![]() Most tech companies, from big to small, pretty much run the same basic infrastructure, email, and messaging within their organization. Which, of course, then becomes the fuel for a second ransom demand." Key takeaway #2: Collaborative platforms are at heightened risk for security breaches due to WFH For example, don't underestimate for a second how valuable targeting data and how much targeting data that the ransomware actors obtain when they hack into one of their victims and steal all their internal data. "Let's not forget, each breach tends to beget more breaches. That generally doesn't happen as much anymore with the bad guys using compromised infrastructure, or does probably in part because so much of the "bad stuff" has migrated to the cloud.īy and large, attackers are also getting way better at not spamming people who aren't able to be victims of their spam so basically, not drawing undue attention to their crime infrastructure, which is making their attacks more organized. In the case where the bad guys are using compromised infrastructure, the malicious host isn't complicit attacked, right? So, cleaning up the infection, more often than not, in the old days meant getting the victim to first care and then take appropriate action. ![]() The average vendor compromise attack is costing organizations over $180,000, and hackers are successful with those compromises about 12% of the time. While cyberattacks have shifted over the last decade, email is still the primary attack vendor even in 2022. Key takeaway #1: Cyberattacks relying on email still prevalent Here are some of the key highlights from their riveting discussion on preventing cyberattacks that matter the most. Have you ever attended a webcast and were saddened when it's over because the presenters really made you think? That was the case for a broadcast SecureWorld recently hosted with Mike Britton, CISO of Abnormal Security, and legendary investigative journalist Brian Krebs.
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![]() James, I'm still patched into Drake's com system - I've intercepted enough radio chatter to learn that Drake's Combat Troops have overtaken the defense platform. There exists unused dialogue that heavily implies a different beginning to the game's final mission, Equinox. Unused dialogue implies that there was a beginning section to Equinox that was scrapped, so these two objectives could have originally had something to do with that content. Just like the above text, however these exist right before the objectives of Equinox, the game's final mission. These placeholder objectives are listed right before Countdown's objective text. The Mission Objective 5 text is either a placeholder, or a sign that whatever mission this may have been for only had four objectives. Considering their location, it's entirely possible that these objectives were originally used for the scrapped mission, Streets of Tokyo, or for something else entirely. Located right after Phoenix Fire's information in the text strings are a set of objectives that don't find use in any of the final missions. Unused Objective Text Disable all security measures before using the lift No map data remains for any of these cut missions. For example, in the final game Hidden Agenda's main objective is covered in the stage Chain Reaction Atoll Infiltration's objective is covered by Deep Descent and Island Infiltration has a distinct second half that takes place along a river that renders it the longest stage in the game, possibly a result of absorbing River Gauntlet. That, or they were just deemed unnecessary to the overall plot. Some of these missions sound very similar to missions they lie either before or after, so they may have originally been alternate versions of the final missions we got. "Prevent a hostile takeover of the missile defense platform.and save the world."Īside from the "Training" mission at the start, these cut missions give off the impression that the latter half of the game's story was trimmed extensively when compared with what they originally intended. "Covertly make your way into the secret underwater base and pursue Drake." "Infiltrate Drake's Disarmament Facility." "Destroy the air defense system that protects the island from attack." ![]() "Sabotage the island's radar jamming devices so you can open the way for MI6 forces." "Reach Drake's private island undetected." "Use the special abilities of Q's Vanquish to infiltrate Drake's secret island base." "Flee the scene and head for Q's mobile headquarters." "Escape Kiko's trap and get out of the skyscraper alive." "Determine how Drake is secretly using the decommissioned power plant." "Infiltrate a nuclear power plant in the process of being decommissioned by Phoenix Industries." "Covertly access Mayhew's headquarters and retrieve data from the company computer system." "Rendezvous with Alexander Mayhew, a traitor in Drake's organization." "Race to meet Q at the extraction point." "Make your escape with Zoe on an unarmored snowmobile." "Drop in on Raphael Drake's reception and rendezvous with undercover agents." "Prevent a rogue faction from putting a damper on the New Year's celebrations in Paris." "Learn basic weapon and gadget skills in Q's evaluation center." Included along with the rest to get an idea of where they fit in the game's story, these missions end up looking like: Within the tables for mission titles and descriptions, there are text strings for both titles and descriptions of several cut missions hidden among the normal set. ![]() Achievements earned carry over for purchased game(s). 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Coski chronicles the rich history of the so-called second American flag… along a plethora of surprising stories, anecdotes, economic statistics, and editorial quotations regarding the flag. ” -Joseph Crespino, The Washington Post Book World He shows that the history of the flag is simply too complicated for anybody to reach such simplistic conclusions… The depth and breadth of his research give his book real authority, and future disputants on both sides will have to reckon with his clear, reliable conclusions. Coski takes the story forward from there, but his most important contribution is his recounting of the tumultuous story of the flag in the second half of the 20th century, when the civil rights movement emerged, setting loose a variety of groups that made competing claims over the meaning of the flag-and the meaning of the war… Coski’s book will speak to the flag’s opponents as well as its defenders, but his most inspired message is aimed at those cheerleaders who insist that the flag has one, unchanging, fundamentally benign meaning. The battle flag, though not the official banner of the Confederacy, emerged over the course of the war as the sentimental favorite among Confederate soldiers and civilians alike. In his important new book, The Confederate Battle Flag, John M. “No symbol in the past few decades has been more divisive than the Confederate battle flag. But if you have Coski’s book under your arm, you might be able to turn the debate into something more than just finger-pointing. Bring up the subject of the flag and then stand back. “If you’d like to dazzle your friends at the next cookout with what you know about the much-misunderstood Confederate flag, Coski’s book is for you… Go ahead. ” -Diane McWhorter, The New York Times Book Review Coski’s history, The Confederate Battle Flag, brings some needed rationality to a debate driven by the raw emotion of soul injury. ![]() “The total cost of many products has gone up recently and, in some cases has gone up dramatically, and (BNPL) makes it feel cheaper,” said Gail Henderson, an associate professor at Queen’s University Faculty of Law. The growth of BNPL is fuelled by the economic slowdown amid a rise in the cost of living - the consumer price index rose by 7.0 per cent in August, compared to a year earlier, Statistics Canada reported this month - and a spike in eCommerce during COVID-19, according to the Research and Markets survey. Since her initial purchases, Hopkins has used several BNPL services including Sezzle, Klarna and Afterpay to help build a new post-pandemic lockdown wardrobe. Without the BNPL option, Hopkins said she “either wouldn’t have made a purchase at all or would have purchased less without the pay-later option.” She checks her budget before finalizing a purchase. Users who charge BNPL purchases to credit cards are often unaware of the late-payment fees and may be piling on financial problems down the road, Mullholland said.įor Hopkins, who is cautious about overspending and racking up any debt, BNPL payments work well. “But it’s a slippery slope for people who are facing affordability challenges and are not as financially literate.” “It’s a great financial instrument in the hands of a small minority of people who are extraordinarily disciplined about their finances and keep close tabs on them,” said Elizabeth Mulholland, CEO of financial empowerment charity Prosper Canada. However, financial experts warn that the ease and attractiveness of the service can send customers into a debt spiral if they spend beyond their means.īNPL payment in Canada is expected to grow by 63.5 per cent annually and reach $5.95 billion (U.S.) in 2022, according to a Research and Markets survey.įorty-two per cent made their scheduled payments with a credit card, which could rack up interest if not paid off promptly 30 per cent made their payments through a linked bank account.įifteen per cent of users who made their payments on time and in full made “unfavourable financial trade-offs.” These included delaying payment of another bill, incurring overdraft fees on their bank account, borrowing money from family or friends, exceeding credit-card limits, cutting back on essentials and taking out a loan or cash advance. Customers fill out a simple application at the (typically online) checkout. These arrangements are quick and convenient and soaring in popularity. “Buy now, pay later” or BNPL is a type of short-term financing offered at the point of sale that allows consumers to make purchases and pay for them at a future date, often interest-free. For me it was just a stopgap and I was expecting cash,” Hopkins said. “The fact that it’s what I would have paid, but broken up into four payments every two weeks, made it perfect. Hopkins made her purchases - all within her budget - and split the $242.95 owed into four equal payments. While browsing online stores, she came across a “buy now, pay later” option which would let her pay for her gifts in instalments. The 40-year-old book editor was awaiting a late payment from a client during peak holiday-shopping season. Last Christmas Dana Hopkins had a cash-flow problem. ![]() For some tests, such as HIV, you will be offered specialist counselling to help you deal with your results. ![]() If you're worried about the outcome of a test, you may choose to take a trusted friend or relative with you. Sometimes, receiving results can be stressful and upsetting. You'll be told when your results will be ready and how you'll be given them. Some test results will be ready the same day or a few days later, although others may not be available for a few weeks. The results are sent back to the hospital or to your GP. It will then be sent to a laboratory where it will be examined under a microscope or tested with chemicals, depending on what's being checked. Blood test resultsĪfter the blood sample has been taken, it will be put into a bottle and labelled with your name and details. Bruises can be painful, but are usually harmless and fade over the next few days. If this has happened to you in the past, tell the person carrying out the test so they're aware and can help you feel more comfortable.Īfter the test, you may have a small bruise where the needle went in. However, some people feel dizzy and faint during and after the test. Only a small amount of blood is taken during the test so you shouldn't feel any significant after-effects. A plaster may be put on the small wound to keep it clean. Pressure is applied to the skin for a few minutes using a cotton-wool pad. When the sample has been taken, the tourniquet will be released, and the needle will be removed. If you don't like needles and blood, tell the person who is taking the sample so they can make you more comfortable. You may feel a slight pricking or scratching sensation as the needle goes in, but it shouldn't be painful. The syringe is used to draw out a sample of your blood. This makes it easier for a sample to be taken.īefore taking the sample, the doctor or nurse may clean the area of skin with an antiseptic wipe.Ī needle attached to a syringe or special container is inserted into the vein. This squeezes the arm, temporarily slowing down the flow of blood and causing the vein to swell. Their skin may be numbed with a special spray or cream before the sample is taken.Ī tight band (tourniquet) is usually put around your upper arm. ![]() The usual place for a sample to be taken from is the inside of the elbow or wrist, where the veins are relatively close to the surface.īlood samples from children are often taken from the back of the hand. The arm is a convenient part of the body to use because it can be easily uncovered. ![]() What happens during a blood test?Ī blood test usually involves taking a blood sample from a blood vessel in your arm. It's important to follow the instructions you're given, as it may affect the result of the test and mean it needs to be delayed or carried out again. avoid eating or drinking anything (fasting) apart from water, for up to 12 hours – read more about eating and drinking before having a blood test.The healthcare professional who arranges your blood test will tell you whether there are any specific instructions you need to follow before your test.įor example, depending on the type of blood test, you may be asked to: Read about some common types of blood test.įor more information about a wider range of tests, search the blood test A-Z index on Lab Tests Online UK. Most blood tests only take a few minutes to complete and are carried out at your GP surgery or local hospital by a doctor, nurse or phlebotomist (a specialist in taking blood samples). see how well certain organs, such as the liver and kidneys, are working.See the seller's listing for full details and description.Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test.įor example, a blood test can be used to: The item includes accessories found with the original product and may include a warranty. Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test. The item may be missing original packaging and may have been used for testing or demo purposes. Selling as is, new condition with no functional defects. Items have been in storage and may show signs of shelf life. ![]() As one of the longest standing games on the appstore it remains a classic that I revisit often. We hope you agree with our list and love the hard work these creators have done.This game is very good. These are the top 15 co-op scenarios of Arma 3. You can see the map list in the download link.ĭRO is one of the best mission creators and is loved by the community. Select your AO location, the factions you want to use and any supports available or leave them all randomized and see what mission you are sent on.ĭRO supports many players on one mission and can be played on many different maps. Dynamic Bulwarks: Build - Defend - Surviveĭynamic Recon Ops is a randomized, replayable scenario that generates an enemy occupied AO with a selection of tasks to complete within. Be fast and precise, they will never know what hit them.Ģ. Your objectives are to destroy the tanks, eliminate the leader and engineer, and destroy the jets on the airfield. This group has already acquired 2 tanks and 2 jets. Although you are there as a negotiation team, you have received orders to eliminate the dealer and thief.Ī separatist group is planning a military coup. Your objective is to get back stolen high-risk documents and find the weapons dealer. If you are interested in playing an infiltration mission with a friend, undercover, this is a mission to go for.Īnother 4 player co-op mission with a playtime of approximately 1 hour. You are an undercover agent with multiple tasks: Like a Ghost is a 2 player mission with an approximate playtime of 1 hour. Otherwise, this is another amazing mission. You are tasked to destroy the enemy AA tank and radar station so the NATO forces can attack in a large force Operation Black Dagger is another infiltration mission. I like snowy maps and infiltration missions, and I am pretty sure you will like this mission as well. The lower the number of players, the harder the mission will be. The operation is created to be played with 2 teams, which means 10 players. You have to get there before the rebels do. The rebels are searching the crash site and surrounding forest for survivors. I love the mission as you can play in pitch blackness, just don’t forget to destroy the transformer.Ī joint SAS/SBS strike team is infiltrating rebel-held Thirsk to reach a crashed NATO plane. The compound is heavily guarded, and the village has hostiles occupied, therefore an enemy QRF is to be expected. Human intelligence has confirmed Abdul-Khaliq Zahir Abdallahs location at Galati. Lights out is a night operation, preferred to be played with 3 or 4 players. This is a short mission with low light conditions, but it is a pretty good one. Once the task is complete you will be extracted. You are tasked to eliminate the weapons and the person responsible for the ambush. ![]() Rebels have ambushed a Nato convoy, killing 4 personnel and stealing weapons onboard. Into the Fog is an early morning operation played by up to 4 players, so wear your night vision goggles. ![]() So you can directly dive in and play with your friends. ![]() This is an up to 4 player co-op mission with a playtime of approximately 1 hour. Now you have new objectives with lots of enemies around you. You and your team are on the way back home from a data securing mission. If you just want to jump in action without much of a storyline, try this mission. Target positions, enemy loadout and spawns are random each time, so you cannot experience the same gameplay. The weather and time can be set up with parameters. This mission can be played as singleplayer or 2-4 player co-op. If you love the concept, you will love the mission as well.Ī Long Way is a more basic mission with multiple objectives around the map. It is time to destroy those zombies and demons. The only hope left is you, the Knights Templar which is a tactical group of holy warriors fighting for the cross. Sun’s light has been absent since that day and the human race is dying. With a maximum of 4 players, this mission is a little more thrilling, so gather your team to dive into some strange events.Ī portal to hell has opened on Earth. ![]() Imagine our surprise when not only did one but two barred owls answer, then one flew up and landed in the tree closest to us!Īlthough it felt like we were watching the bird show at the Dallas Zoo, these were wild owls that live in the park! It was certainly an exciting addition to our hike! Our adventure included a stop at the perch pond to learn about animals that live in or near the water, experiments along the trail involving our sense or smell and sight and then he used several different owl calls to teach us about these nocturnal raptors. We had the opportunity to take a night hike with the park naturalist, and it was fantastic!Īfter assuring our group that we didn’t need flashlights, we put them away and headed off into the park! The City of Mansfield offers several different nature classes at the Oliver Nature Park, as well as hikes and even birthday parties!Īlthough the park closes at dark, guided night hikes are offered throughout the year, and on special request from groups. ![]() The Outer Loop Trail also leads to the Concrete Walnut Creek Linear Trail, which leads you along Walnut Creek all the way to Hwy 360. I’m a 3-mile hiker most days, that’s what I really enjoy, so I can do 3 big loops or explore the smaller trails. The outer loop is a mile, with several shorter trails inside the loop. The trails are mostly gravel and flat, with little elevation change. It’s dog-friendly and the trails are shaded for much of the park. We visit as often as we can, about once a week when we can. Oliver Nature Park in January, 2014, and it’s become one of our favorite places to go for mid-week fun and exploration! Of course, it’s just right down the street from us, but the 80 acres make it a fun place to visit, worthy of a drive from most parts of the DFW Metroplex! However, you won’t find swings, slides or athletic fields at the park, because the focus is all on nature! 48 years before Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (34 ABY)Īs you can see, Jedi Fallen Order takes place in that troubled time between the rise of the Empire and the Rebel Alliance’s first major victory with the destruction of the Death Star.24 years before The Mandalorian (10 ABY).18 years before Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (4 ABY).14 years before Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (0 BBY).One(ish) year before Solo: A Star Wars Story (13 BBY).Five years after Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (19 BBY).18 years after Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (32 BBY).This places it at 14 years before the Battle of Yavin (14 BBY).Ĭomparing it to other entries in the Star Wars canon, Jedi Fallen Order takes place: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order takes place five years after the execution of Order 66 and the Declaration of a New Order, which established the Galactic Empire. When does Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order take place? Here’s what you need to know about the Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order timeline so that you can be sure about what era this canon epic takes place in. Before doing that, though, it’ll pay to go into EA and Respawn Entertainment’s new game with some added context. Science fiction fans the world over will get the chance to dive headfirst into a narrative-driven Star Wars adventure when Jedi: Fallen Order releases on PC, PS4, and Xbox One this coming Friday, November 15. However, we’ve got some clues from events mentioned in the game, and from the developers that give us an exact date for when the events of Jedi Fallen Order occur. There’s no exact reference in Jedi Fallen Order to let you know when along the Star Wars timeline it takes place. There’s no Resistance and First Order here, only the Empire and a fledgling spark of what will become the Rebel Alliance. It’s not hard to get confused, especially when Jedi Fallen Order takes place almost fifty years before the current film trilogy. The only “Age of Rebellion” project we know of for sure is Andor, featuring Rogue One’s Diego Luna as Rebel operative Cassian Andor.Star Wars has been a little all over the place since Disney got ahold of the franchise. If so, that’s also in the “Reign of the Empire” time. Lando probably fits here too, should it star Donald Glover as a young Mr. ![]() ![]() That puts it right in the middle of the “Reign of the Empire” era. Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+ takes place a decade after the events of Revenge of the Sith. With the High Republic’s twilight years only 52 years before to the events of The Phantom Menace, this leads to speculation that we could see the early Sith days of Palpatine. ![]() Books and comics with the High Republic branding take place 200 years prior to the prequel era. “Emerging Dark Side powers” are at the center of The Acolyte, set in the end of the High Republic. Where do all of these fall? We have a pretty good idea for most of them. This not only contains the events of The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker, but also the animated series Resistance. Of course, we’ve recently seen a metric ton of new Star Wars projects announced by Lucasfilm. Finally, we have “The Rise of the First Order” period. ![]()
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