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IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, Volume 32, Issue 9, September 2024

1) GIFTWD: A Prospect Theory-Based Generalized Intuitionistic Fuzzy Three-Way Decision Model

Author(s): Jianhua Dai, Tao Chen, Kai Zhang, Dun Liu, Weiping Ding

Pages: 4805 - 4819

2) Three-Way Decision Method Within Prospect Theory via Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers in Multiscale Decision Information Systems

Author(s): Yibin Xiao, Jianming Zhan, Chao Zhang, Wei-Zhi Wu

Pages: 4820 - 4834

3) A Novel Three-Way Deep Learning Approach for Multigranularity Fuzzy Association Analysis of Time Series Data

Author(s): Chunmao Jiang, Ying Duan

Pages: 4835 - 4845

4) A Large-Scale Group Decision-Making Method Fusing Three-Way Clustering and Regret Theory Under Fuzzy Preference Relations

Author(s): Lun Guo, Jianming Zhan, Chao Zhang, Zeshui Xu

Pages: 4846 - 4860

5) A Fuzzy Rule-Based System for Portfolio Selection Using Technical Analysis

Author(s): Ahmad Zaman Khan, Pankaj Gupta, Mukesh Kumar Mehlawat

Pages: 4861 - 4875

6) One Network Fits All: A Self-Organizing Fuzzy Neural Network Based Explicit Predictive Control Method for Multimode Process

Author(s): Keke Huang, Xinyu Ying, Xinyi Liu, Dehao Wu, Chunhua Yang, Weihua Gui

Pages: 4876 - 4889

7) Multidimensional Dynamic Pruning: Exploring Spatial and Channel Fuzzy Sparsity

Author(s): Mingwen Shao, Jiandong Kuang, Chao Wang, Wangmeng Zuo, Guoyin Wang

Pages: 4890 - 4901

8) Noise-Estimation-Dominated Fuzzy Segmentation Strategy for Accurate Implantation of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators

Author(s): Cong Wang, Xin Tan, Bo Li, MengChu Zhou

Pages: 4902 - 4911

9) Models and Algorithms for Optimizing Thresholds in Fuzzy Representation-Based Three-Way Decision

Author(s): Jiubing Liu, Shutian Huang, Tianrui Li, Qiang Liang, Huaxiong Li, Zhifeng Hao

Pages: 4912 - 4926

10) TWStream: Three-Way Stream Clustering

Author(s): Jiarui Sun, Mingjing Du, Zhenkang Lew, Yongquan Dong

Pages: 4927 - 4939

11) Distributed Fault Diagnosis for Heterogeneous Multiagent Systems: A Hybrid Knowledge-Based and Data-Driven Method

Author(s): Runze Li, Bin Jiang, Yan Zong, Ningyun Lu, Li Guo

Pages: 4940 - 4949

12) Three-Way Decisions With Pythagorean Fuzzy TOPSIS for Internet of Drones

Author(s): Jiajia Zhou, Yian Zhu, Lian Li

Pages: 4950 - 4960

13) Hierarchical Sequential Three-Way Multiattribute Decision-Making Method Based on Regret Theory in Multiscale Fuzzy Decision Systems

Author(s): Jin Qian, Yuehua Lu, Ying Yu, Jie Zhou, Duoqian Miao

Pages: 4961 - 4975

14) Fuzziness-Based Three-Way Decision With Neighborhood Rough Sets Under the Framework of Shadowed Sets

Author(s): Jie Yang, Xiaoqi Wang, Guoyin Wang, Qinghua Zhang, Nenggan Zheng, Di Wu

Pages: 4976 - 4988

15) A Novel Group Three-Way Decision Method Integrating Regret Theory and Consensus Reaching Process for Decision-Making Problems With Interval-Valued Uncertain Information

Author(s): Xiao-Hong Pan, Shi-Fan He, Ying-Ming Wang

Pages: 4989 - 5004

16) ViolinBot: A Framework for Imitation Learning of Violin Bowing Using Fuzzy Logic and PCA

Author(s): Cong Jin, Xiaoyu Liu, YuFei Zhao, Yonggui Zhu, Jie Wang, Hesheng Wang

Pages: 5005 - 5017

17) Graph Classification Method Based on Fuzzy Entropy Causality in a Network Formal Context

Author(s): Min Fan, Huan Li

Pages: 5018 - 5032

18) Intuitionistic Fuzzy MADM in Wargame Leveraging With Deep Reinforcement Learning

Author(s): Yuxiang Sun, Yuanbai Li, Huaxiong Li, Jiubing Liu, Xianzhong Zhou

Pages: 5033 - 5045

19) Fuzzy Multimodal Graph Reasoning for Human-Centric Instructional Video Grounding

Author(s): Yujie Li, Xun Jiang, Xing Xu, Huimin Lu, Heng Tao Shen

Pages: 5046 - 5059

20) Systematic Feature Selection Based on Three-Level Improvements of Fuzzy Dominance Three-Way Neighborhood Rough Sets

Author(s): Xianyong Zhang, Benwei Chen, Duoqian Miao

Pages: 5060 - 5072

21) A New Neurodynamics-Based Model for Fuzzy Convex Optimization Problems With Fuzzy Coefficients and General Constraints

Author(s): Jiqiang Chen, Litao Ma, Witold Pedrycz, Xu Wang

Pages: 5073 - 5085

22) Twin Fuzzy Networks With Interpolation Consistency Regularization for Weakly Supervised Anomaly Detection

Author(s): Zhi Cao, Ye Shi, Yu-Cheng Chang, Xin Yao, Chin-Teng Lin

Pages: 5086 - 5097

23) A Design of Fuzzy Rule-Based Classifier for Multiclass Classification and Its Realization in Horizontal Federated Learning

Author(s): Xingchen Hu, Xiubin Zhu, Lan Yang, Witold Pedrycz, Zhiwu Li

Pages: 5098 - 5108

24) Employing Iterative Feature Selection in Fuzzy Rule-Based Binary Classification

Author(s): Haoning Li, Cong Wang, Qinghua Huang

Pages: 5109 - 5121

25) Heterogeneous Group Consensus Method With Three-Way Decisions Based on Fuzzy Social Networks and Manipulation Behaviors Under Multiscale Information Systems

Author(s): Yibin Xiao, Jianming Zhan, Zeshui Xu, Luis Martínez

Pages: 5122 - 5135

26) Multilabel Feature Selection Based on Fuzzy Mutual Information and Orthogonal Regression

Author(s): Jianhua Dai, Qi Liu, Wenxiang Chen, Chucai Zhang

Pages: 5136 - 5148

27) DMET-Based Double Asynchronous Dissipative Control of Fuzzy Semi-Markov Jump Systems With Redundant Channels

Author(s): Meng-Jie Hu, Ju Hyun Park, Yan-Wu Wang, Jun Cheng, Xiao-Kang Liu

Pages: 5149 - 5162

28) Constructing Interpretable Belief Rule Bases Using a Model-Agnostic Statistical Approach

Author(s): Chao Sun, Yinghui Wang, Tao Yan, Jinlong Yang, Liangyi Huang

Pages: 5163 - 5175

29) Practical Adaptive Backstepping Control for Performance and State Constrained Systems of Cable-Driven Manipulators

Author(s): Yuanlong Xie, Hu Li, Shuting Wang, Shiqi Zheng, Peng Shi

Pages: 5176 - 5188

30) An Interactive Approach for Intuitionistic Fuzzy Data Envelopment Analysis

Author(s): Qingping Gao, Yu Lin, Yu Luo, Xuewen Xu

Pages: 5189 - 5200

31) Multilayer Fuzzy Supremum Approximation to Discrete-Time Synchronization

Author(s): Tianrun Liu, Yang-Yang Chen, Guanghui Wen

Pages: 5201 - 5213

32) Observer-Based Quantized Guaranteed Cost Control of Fuzzy Networked Control Systems With Unreliable Links and Its Applications

Author(s): Qunxian Zheng, Shengyuan Xu, Huaicheng Yan

Pages: 5214 - 5225

33) Flexible Preassigned Finite-Time Fuzzy Bipartite Consensus Control for Nonlinear MASs With Dead-Zone Inputs and Actuator Faults

Author(s): Lei Wan, Huaguang Zhang, Jiayue Sun, Xiaohui Yue, Xiangpeng Xie

Pages: 5226 - 5236

34) Relaxed TS Fuzzy Model Transformation to Improve the Approximation Accuracy/Complexity Tradeoff and Relax the Computation Complexity

Author(s): Péter Baranyi

Pages: 5237 - 5247

35) Optimized Backstepping Attitude Containment Control for Multiple Spacecrafts

Author(s): Sijia Fan, Tong Wang, Chenhui Qin, Jianbin Qiu, Min Li

Pages: 5248 - 5258

36) Fuzzy Neural Network for Representation Learning on Uncertain Graphs

Author(s): Yue-Na Lin, Hai-Chun Cai, Chun-Yang Zhang, Hong-Yu Yao, C. L. Philip Chen

Pages: 5259 - 5271

37) Observer-Based Adaptive Event-Triggered Control for Nonlinear Networked Systems Under Multiple Cyber Attacks

Author(s): Yu Shan, Xiangpeng Xie, Jiayue Sun, Ju H. Park

Pages: 5272 - 5284

38) Fuzzy-Based Sampled-Data Synchronization of the Hindmarsh–Rose Neuronal Model

Author(s): Sasikala Subramaniam, Chee Peng Lim, Prakash Mani

Pages: 5285 - 5295

39) Asynchronous Filtering for Fuzzy Sampled-Data Systems Subject to Censored Measurements and Nonuniform Sampling

Author(s): Jun Cheng, Qiongwen Zhang, Dan Zhang, Huaicheng Yan, Wenhai Qi

Pages: 5296 - 5306

40) Relaxed Stabilization of Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Semi-Markov Jump Systems With DoS Attacks: A Homogeneous Polynomial Approach

Author(s): Shiyao Pan, Xiangpeng Xie, Xiaoming Wu

Pages: 5307 - 5319

41) Cascaded Two-Stage Feature Clustering and Selection via Separability and Consistency in Fuzzy Decision Systems

Author(s): Yuepeng Chen, Weiping Ding, Hengrong Ju, Jiashuang Huang, Tao Yin

Pages: 5320 - 5333

42) Pseudolabel Enhanced Multiview Deep Concept Factorization Fuzzy Clustering

Author(s): Zhuangzhuang Zhao, Hongtan Yang, Zhaohong Deng, Wei Zhang, Chenxi Luo, Guanjin Wang, Yuxi Ge, Shudong Hu

Pages: 5334 - 5347

43) Bell-Shaped Fuzzy Least Square Twin SVM With Biomedical Applications

Author(s): Anuradha Kumari, M. Tanveer, Chin-Teng Lin, the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative

Pages: 5348 - 5358

44) Fuzzy Clustering From Subset-Clustering to Fullset-Membership

Author(s): Huimin Chen, Yu Duan, Feiping Nie, Rong Wang, Xuelong Li

Pages: 5359 - 5370

45) Zero-Sum-Game-Based Distributed Fuzzy Adaptive Self-Triggered Control of Swarm UAVs Under Intermittent Communication and DoS Attacks

Author(s): Ying Wu, Mou Chen, Mohammed Chadli

Pages: 5371 - 5384

46) Self-Organizing Hybrid Fuzzy Polynomial Neural Network Classifier Driven Through Dynamically Adaptive Structure and Compound Regularization Technique

Author(s): Zhen Wang, Sung-Kwun Oh, Zunwei Fu, Witold Pedrycz, Seok-Beom Roh, Jin Hee Yoon

Pages: 5385 - 5399

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gsmattingly · 2 years ago

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Review: "The Soul"

On Netflix I watched "The Soul" directed by Wei-Hao Cheng and starring Chang Chen, Janine Chun-Ning Chang, Anke Sun, and Christopher Ming-Shun Lee. Chang Chen was in "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Red Cliff", "A Brighter Summer Day" and numerous other films. I enjoyed this film. It was definitely rather intricate with some unexpected twists and turns. However it is not for everyone. There are certainly some bloody scenes and it is not a happy film. Chang Chen plays Liang Wen-Chao, who is a detective working on a murder case. In the film he also is dying from cancer. For this film he lost 26 pounds and shaved his head. He was not a heavy set fellow to begin with.

From IMDb,

"Wang Shicong, chairman of the famous group, died tragically at home. The prosecutor Liang Wenchao (Zhang Zhen) and his wife, criminal police A Bao (Janine Chang), learned during the investigation: the deceased's son Wang Tianyou (Lin Huimin), the young newlywed wife Li Yan (Sun Anke), long-time partner Wan Yufan (Christopher Li), and even the dead ex-wife Tang Suzhen (Zhang Baijia), everyone has intricate connections between each other. A Bao discovered the appalling secret hidden behind the case... The film is adapted from Jiang Bo's novel. "

It is a compelling film and well-acted, in my opinion. The cinematography is very good. The story line was interesting to me. It is science fiction and even has elements of the occult but neither overwhelms the film.

I doubt that this film will become a classic or cult favorite but I liked it.

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manysubitles · 2 years ago

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Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Cast: Chang Chen, Janine Chun-Ning Chang, Anke Sun

Wang Shicong, chairman of the famous group, died tragically at home. The prosecutor Liang Wenchao (Zhang Zhen) and his wife, criminal police A Bao (Janine Chang), learned during the investigation: the deceased's son Wang Tianyou (Lin Huimin), the young newlywed wife Li Yan (Sun Anke), long-time partner Wan Yufan (Christopher Li), and even the dead ex-wife Tang Suzhen (Zhang Baijia), everyone has intricate connections between each other. A Bao discovered the appalling secret hidden behind the case... The film is adapted from Jiang Bo's novel.

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architectnews · 4 years ago

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WELL Living Lab, Beijing

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WELL Living Lab in Beijing

23 Jun 2021

WELL Living Lab

Design: Superimpose Architecture

Location: Shunyi, Beijing, China

Superimpose designs adaptable Lab for human-centered research

The Well Living Lab in Beijing is a Sino-American collaboration between Delos, Mayo Clinic and Sino Ocean Group, bringing together building science, behavioural science and health science. The Laboratory will provide controlled and simulated indoor environments that mimic indoor office environments and residential living spaces to conduct innovative human-centered research. The goal is to improve the impact that indoor environments have on human health, wellness, comfort, and performance. Superimpose’s responsibility was creating a WELL and LEED certified building and to use low-tech solutions to create a flexible and optimised environment to facilitate and conduct research.

One of the many things the recent epidemic situation has taught us, is that our buildings and interiors should become healthier, more adaptable to changing situations and that they should promote physical and mental well-being. Indoor wellbeing has been Superimpose’s focus already since 2016, when designing Asia’s first WELL Living Lab and a 26,000 square meter adjacent office park in Shunyi, Beijing.

Superimpose’s responsibility was creating a WELL and LEED certified building and to use low-tech solutions to create a flexible and optimised environment to facilitate and conduct research.

In order to create an open reconfigurable plan-layout which allows for different experiment conditions and to optimize sun-exposure, both escape stairs together with building core are placed at the northern side of the building. These building elements together with a canopy and rotatable rooftop lab are designed as individual elements and together express a ‘plug-in’ massing concept.

The building core situates MEP spaces, shafts, washrooms with access to natural daylight. The lift is discreetly hidden as Superimpose opposed to the idea of having it as the main vehicle for vertical circulation. Instead the otherwise dark and hidden escape staircases become the red iconic highlight of the building promoting physical exercise and social interaction.

Superimpose designed the building’s façade as a cassette system to allow for adaptability whilst maintaining a strong and recognizable architectural feature that fits into Shunyi’s industrial context. Internal blinds, external blinds and electrochromic glass for an on-demand variety of shading and glass colour are integrated within these façade cassettes. The entrance canopy offers shelter and provides an entrance gesture. It directly connects to the outdoor staircase whilst allowing for daylight to the ground floor. On the rooftop, there is a fully rotatable laboratory for comprehensive sunlight related research, together with a rooftop-farm to promote nourishment and a sense of participation.

By designing the Well Living Lab in such a way that it reflects and adapts the WELL standards in the simplest and most effective way, Superimpose aims to contribute and facilitate improving health and wellbeing for future office and residential developments in China and beyond.

WELL Living Lab in Beijing, China – Building Information

Design Company: Superimpose Architecture

Scope: Architecture Design Function: Laboratory and Office Size: 26,123 sqm Location: Shunyi, Beijing, China Status: Completed 2021 Client: Sino Ocean Group Tenant: Delos Design team: Carolyn Leung, Ben de Lange, Ruben Bergambagt, Xuan Wang, Huimin Xie, Pablo Gonzalez Gonzalez, Xiaoyu Xu, Casper Kraai Certification: LEED BD+C Core and Shell Gold, WELL HSR, WELL Platinum, WELL Performance Verification LDI / BIAD (Beijing Institute of Architectural Design)

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tripstations · 6 years ago

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Best places in Asia to visit for your next holiday

(CNN) — Two centuries ago, trips to Asia were reserved for wealthy merchants, ambassadors and colonial elite who could afford grand and expensive voyages.

But that travel scenario has been turned on its head.

With a proliferation of affordable flights, versatile accommodations, high-speed rails and increased international connectivity, it’s easier than ever to visit Asia.

Why go? The world’s biggest continent has long captivated travelers with its natural beauty, distinct cultural traditions, ancient architecture and absolutely delicious food.

Here are 17 of Asia’s best destinations — a diverse mix of cities, islands and entire countries — to consider for your next adventure.

Bhutan

Paro Taktsang — also known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery — is one of Bhutan’s most famous sites.

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Anchoring the eastern end of the Himalayas, Bhutan showcases the very best of mother nature — picture dense forests, deep valleys and cloud-piercing peaks.

Travelers typically land in Paro, home to the country’s only international airport. The historic town is nestled in a verdant valley, surrounded by ancient Buddhist temples and monasteries.

The most notable is Paro Taktsang (also known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery), a sacred site that seems to cling to a cliff in the upper Paro Valley.

Aglow with white facades, gold-plated domes and rust-red accents, the 17th-century temple sits alongside a cave network, known as a sacred meditation site.

The steep, two-hour pilgrimage to the monastery is challenging, but the payoff is unforgettable.

Penang, Malaysia

Penang’s capital offers culture, cuisine and so much more.

Located off the western coast of Malaysia, the island of Penang is a mecca for food and architecture lovers.

George Town, the island’s main city, makes for an ideal home base thanks to a dynamic cityscape that’s punctuated by British colonial architecture, Buddhist temples and ornate Chinese manor houses.

This seaside city is known as one of the world’s top food destinations, serving up a delicious mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian cuisine.

You’ll crave dishes like Hokkien mee (fried prawn noodles), roti canai (an Indian-influenced flat bread dish with dal or curry) and Penang laksa for years after visiting.

El Nido, Philippines

Philippines’ El Nido, located in Palawan, is home to some of the world’s most beauitful beaches.

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Searching for tropical paradise? You’ll find it in El Nido. Located on the northern tip of Palawan Island, in the southwestern Philippines, the archipelago plays host to turquoise waters, mysterious lagoons, dozens of beaches and secret caves.

Surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs, Bacuit Bay is the crown jewel. It’s here where you can explore the mysterious lagoons via nimble kayaks.

Travelers spend their days snorkeling and diving, or cruising around remote and hidden beaches across the archipelago.

Many tour operators arrange adventure-packed boating trips, complete with grilled seafood lunches served on board.

Bali, Indonesia

Bali’s Nyang Nyang beach is a mile-long strip of golden sand, framed by jungled cliffs, green meadows and blue ocean.

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Beautiful Bali, Asia’s most famous wellness getaway, sits in the center of Indonesia’s vast archipelago. Of the country’s 18,000-some islands, Bali is easily the most famous, drawing more than 5.6 million foreign visitors every year.

Even amid the popularity, the island oozes relaxation and a sense of spirituality. It can be felt across the territory — in the imposing cliffs in Uluwatu, tranquil waves in Nusa Dua, trendy beach clubs in Seminyak and dramatic rice paddies and temples in Ubud.

For those who love an adventure, the island’s mountain trails and secret coves will showcase a more remote side of this well-trodden paradise.

Then there’s the food: from healthy juice bars to beachfront seafood barbecues, the dining scene will spoil you for choice.

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul is filled with impressive Buddhist temples.

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Seoul might have a well-deserved reputation as one of Asia’s more futuristic cities, but the capital of South Korea is also home to a wealth of ancient landmarks that provide a peek into the past.

There’s the sprawling Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace, Deoksu Palace and elegant hanok (traditional wooden homes), just to name a few.

After exploring the city’s imperial history, travelers can get a sense of what makes modern Seoul tick in upbeat neighborhoods like Hongdae.

As the creative heart of Seoul, this is where you’ll find popular K-beauty boutiques, restaurants, bars, street performers, karaoke and an endless array of clubs.

Rajasthan, India

The facade of the Hawa Mahal or “Palace of Winds” in the old walled city of Jaipur.

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An arid desert region in northwestern India, Rajasthan has long been considered the land of kings and colors.

Most first-time travelers trace the rainbow through the regal region, starting with Jaipur, aka the “Pink City.”

So named for its salmon-hued buildings of the Old City, Jaipur showcases Rajasthan at its best: ornate palaces, buzzing bazaars and the UNESCO-listed Amber Fort.

A deeper dive will take you to Jodhpur (the Blue City), Udaipur (the Gold City) and Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, where Royal Bengal Tigers rule the land.

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temple is on many travelers’ must-see lists.

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Over 2.5 million tourists descend on the city of Siem Reap in Cambodia every year with a common purpose: to see Angkor Wat.

Dating to the 12th century, this UNESCO-listed Khmer temple, part of the massive Angkor complex, is a staple on every bucket list for good reason.

The incredible architecture features distinct towers, intricate carvings and stone corridors that feel cool underfoot.

And within the Angkor Archaeological Park, you’ll also find two other major temples — Angkor Thom and the Bayon Temple — all surrounded by dense jungle.

After seeing the sites, travelers will want to explore Siem Reap’s chic restaurant scene or head farther afield to less-frequented temples.

A few worthy side trips include Banteay Srei (nicknamed the “Pink Temple” for its sandstone structure) or 12th-century Beng Mealea where encroaching foliage and vines create an eerie, mysterious atmosphere.

Hong Kong

The 120-year-old Star Ferry is Hong Kong’s oldest form of public transport. The origins of this commuter service can be traced back to one man.

A former British colony with deep Cantonese roots, Hong Kong embodies the urban jungle archetype.

The architectural density, narrow city streets, soaring skyscrapers and fast-paced way of life set the tone for an action-packed visit.

Victoria Harbour flows through it all. The famed Star Ferry cruises across the jade green water — a peaceful scene that’s starred on many a postcard.

Hong Kong’s cosmopolitan charms reveal themselves in Central, where glamorous bars, restaurants and art galleries await.

And across the harbor, Tsim Sha Tsui’s museums and mega malls boggle the mind. Meanwhile, more traditional districts such as Yau Ma Tei and Sham Shui Po showcase mom-and-pops cha chaan teng (post-World War II diners) and lively outdoor markets.

No matter which district you explore in Hong Kong, there’s always something new to uncover — whether it be hidden down an alley or up inside a commercial tower.

Hanoi and Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Heading to Hanoi? Here’s a look at five of the top dishes every visitor needs to try while in the Vietnamese capital — egg coffee included.

As the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a hub of history, culture and endless energy.

For first-time travelers, the Old Quarter is the best place to start. This labyrinth of lanes reveals French colonial architecture, hardworking hawkers, artisanal crafts and no shortage of restaurants.

It’s busy and chaotic but navigating the crowded streets, where motorbikes reign, is half the fun.

After soaking up the history of Hanoi, travelers can chase the sun to Phu Quoc.

The 28-island district, located off the coast of Cambodia but still part of Vietnam, is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia — not to mention the world’s longest oversea cable car.

Whether you stay on more developed Phu Quoc Island or ultra-remote Hon Xuong, the region promises island hopping, snorkeling, diving, sandy shores and more.

The Great Wall and Xi’an, China

Xi’an’s Islamic heritage is best observed in the Muslim Quarter, or Huimin Jie in Mandarin, located in the center of Xi’an old town.

A remarkable feat of engineering, The Great Wall is a must-see when in China.

Stretching for anywhere from 1,500 to 13,000 miles (estimates vary), the fortified wall runs across northwestern China like an stony spine.

While carefully restored areas like Mutianyu make for an easy stroll, forgotten stretches like Jiankou feel wild and steep.

The latter provides an unforgettable adventure across crumbling corners and overgrown watchtowers, but it’s more suitable for experienced hikers.

Continuing the historic tour of China, Xi’an is another highlight. Southwest of Beijing, this ancient city once played host to merchants, poets and warriors in the heyday of the Silk Road.

You can cycle atop the city’s beautiful Ming-era city walls, explore the leafy lanes of the Muslim Quarter and experience the famed Terracotta Warriors.

As one of the world’s most revered archeological sites, the lifelike stone warriors serve as guardians of the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the founder of the Qin dynasty.

Chiang Rai, Thailand

Chiang Rai’s Wat Rong Khun — better known as the “White Temple” — is a popular city attraction.

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Located near the Golden Triangle (at the confluence of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos) in northern Thailand, the city of Chiang Rai is often overshadowed by its neighbor, Chiang Mai.

But for those who appreciate unspoiled natural scenery and a slow-paced lifestyle, the atmosphere is just right.

Among the highlights around town, the ornate Blue Temple and 14th-century Wat Phra Kaew temple showcase historic Lanna architecture, while photogenic Wat Rong Khun (aka the “White Temple”) serves as a modern gem.

The blinding white facade is covered in glittering mirrored chips, while unexpected contemporary artwork lines the interiors.

Chiang Rai also draws travelers to sample its northern style of Thai food, best enjoyed at no-frills local restaurants and markets.

Staples include ubiquitous grilled pork sausages, khao soi (northern noodle curry) and gaeng hung lay (pork curry with ginger), but there’s a whole world of food to explore.

Luang Prabang, Laos

The former capital of Laos, beautiful Luang Prapang is home to colorful temples and dramatic natural scenery.

It’s hard not to fall in love Luang Prabang. Surrounded by mountains, the UNESCO-protected ancient capital of the Lan Xang Kingdom feeds the soul both figuratively and literally.

You’ll be surrounded by sacred rivers and golden wats, robed monks and silent meditation — an ideal getaway for those who need to unplug.

And then there’s the food. Laotian cuisine is famously fresh and excellent, drawing largely from local produce and ingredients.

The most popular dishes include fish or pork laap (akin to a spicy meat salad), khao jee pa-tay (banh mi-style sandwiches), paeng pet (spicy fried duck meat mixed with blood, organs, and herbs), herb-stuffed sausages and buffalo jerky.

Kathmandu, Nepal

The Bouda Stupa is the centre of Buddhist spirituality in Kathmandu.

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As the most likely starting point on an adventure through Nepal, Kathmandu captivates travelers from the moment they touch down.

The labyrinth of little lanes, kaleidoscopic bazaars, speeding rickshaws, the scent of simmering chilies… it’s a sensory experience like no other.

In the center of it all is Durbar Square, a UNESCO-listed palace complex that marks the heart of Old Town and serves as an extraordinary example of Nepal’s traditional architecture.

All the while, the mighty Himalayas loom in the distance. With Kathmandu as a base, you can tackle various trails, including the one-day Champadevi Hill hike which weaves through a pine forest toward a spectacular summer.

For something more intense, the five-day Shivapuri circuit traverses the namesake national park (famed for its diverse flora and fauna) and rewards travelers with excellent views of the Himalayas.

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

A Buddha statue at Indonesia’s Borobudur Temple.

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While Bali might be Indonesia’s go-to beach destination, Yogyakarta lures history enthusiasts from all over the world.

Located on the island of Java, this ancient city is considered the cultural capital of Indonesia thanks to its vibrant art scene, indie boutiques, deep-rooted rituals and religious sites.

This is where you’ll find two of the country’s most important UNESCO-listed archaeological sites: Prambanan and the Borobudur temples.

Built in the 9th century, beautiful Borobudur is said to the largest Buddhist temple in the world and is particularly majestic at sunrise. Meanwhile, imposing Prambanan features ornate spires and Hindu architectural elements.

As a long-standing tradition, Prambanan hosts nightly Ramayana ballet performances — an unforgettable dance-drama that taps into the roots of Javanese culture — that are both enriching and entertaining.

Kyoto, Japan

Tokyo might be the commercial heart of Japan, but Kyoto embodies its heritage. The city is home to no less than 1,600 temples and 17 UNESCO sites, not to mention postcard-worthy scenes everywhere you go.

Most notably, the traditional district of Gion is where you’ll find kimono-clad geishas strolling across bridges, while chefs meticulously prepare multi-course kaiseki meals. It’s not a movie — it’s real life.

Exploring the city’s various temples could takes weeks, months, years…. But if you’re here for the highlight reel, must-visit landmarks include Nanzen-ji Temple, Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine and Kinkaku-ji (the “Golden Pavilion”) — all promise beautiful gardens and traditional architecture.

Elsewhere in the city, the mystical Sagano Bamboo Forest draws its fair share of visitors, as does the 8th-century Fushimi Inari Shrine atop Mount Inari, famed for its photogenic orange torii gates.

Sri Lanka

The ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya is located in north central Sri Lanka.

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This teardrop-shaped island nation can be found off the southeast coast of India.

Despite its urban sprawl, capital Colombo feels slow-paced and approachable thanks to its colonial architecture, wide streets and serene Buddhist temples.

From there, most travelers head south to the colonial fort of Galle, which feels like a walled village on the coast, before tracing the southern coastline for whale watching, powdery sand beaches and perhaps an elephant safari in Uda Walawe National Park.

Then it’s up into the cool highlands, where winding roads zig through lush tea plantations and old British hilltowns, like Nuwara Eliya.

Up north, you’ll find what’s dubbed the Cultural Triangle for its ancient and natural wonders, including the iconic Sigiriya Rock — a former palace-fortress built atop a dramatic rock plateau — the Dambulla cave temples, and the beautiful imperial city of Kandy, just to name a few.

Maldives

Trans Maldivian Airways is the world’s largest float plane operator. We go on the job with one of its most experienced pilots, Canadian Andrew Farr.

Remote and romantic, the Maldives is a top choice for honeymooners for a reason. Set off in the Indian Ocean, the 1,929-island archipelago is home to consistently tropical weather with temperatures hovering around 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius) throughout the year, though it’s best to avoid monsoon season from June to August.

It’s the kind of place where you can relax, unwind and tune out the world for as long as you like. Or you can snorkel and dive, surf and island hop — the experience is totally up to you.

But it would be a shame if you missed the rich marine life. In particular, areas like Hanifaru Bay and the Blue Hole, both in the northerly Baa Atoll, are known for incredible visibility and cyan water that’s teeming with manta rays, whale sharks, turtles, and colorful reef fish.

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adalidda · 6 years ago

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Photo: uID IoT architecture (credits: Xiaojie Shi, Xingshuang An, Qingxue Zhao, Huimin Liu, Lianming Xia, Xia Sun and Yemin Guo)

State-of-the-Art Internet of Things in Protected Agriculture

Authors: Xiaojie Shi, Xingshuang An, Qingxue Zhao, Huimin Liu, Lianming Xia, Xia Sun and Yemin Guo

Journal: Sensors 2019, 19(8), 1833

Publisher: MDPI

The Internet of Things (IoT) has tremendous success in health care, smart city, industrial production and so on. Protected agriculture is one of the fields which has broad application prospects of IoT. Protected agriculture is a mode of highly efficient development of modern agriculture that uses artificial techniques to change climatic factors such as temperature, to create environmental conditions suitable for the growth of animals and plants. This review aims to gain insight into the state-of-the-art of IoT applications in protected agriculture and to identify the system structure and key technologies. Therefore, we completed a systematic literature review of IoT research and deployments in protected agriculture over the past 10 years and evaluated the contributions made by different academicians and organizations. Selected references were clustered into three application domains corresponding to plant management, animal farming and food/agricultural product supply traceability. Furthermore, we discussed the challenges along with future research prospects, to help new researchers of this domain understand the current research progress of IoT in protected agriculture and to propose more novel and innovative ideas in the future.

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monkie-kid-oc-showdown · 4 months ago

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Hello

My oc/sona HuiMin Sun

She/her

1500+years old

She born at the middle of the sunset:she made from both light and shadow.When she born,she was alone and lived for a time with lil' monkeys.

Then a human family got adopt her,when she was 900 years old(fam found her so long time after she lived with monkes),DBK and Sun Wukong's legendary fight took her family's life:they all gone(or die,unknown),she was alone again,then a group of Thief monkeys adopt her.

She live with them for a long time that she is 1400.She got skills of robbery,and she is so slight thief.While she met with Niantu...

She was on another burglary,on the home of the most known Artifact keeper and collecter-Niantu Mian Mihou.

Yhey met in a bad,toxic time,but every day and moth passed,their relationship grew as they became couple.

She fell in love with him,and she helps her bf to collect and keep safe the artifacts.

POWERS:

She had both light and shadow powers,so she can make shadow and light portals,she got cursed when her family gone:This curse cause her turning to flamy monkey when she gets angry or sad,or teased.She is successor of the Six-eared Macaque.She likes her master as a dad.So,she is a snow monkey taht hates hot....

oooo, interesting! Love her!

#lego monkie kid oc #lmk #lmk oc #contestant #lego monkie kid

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Impact of age on the overall survival benefits of anti-EGFR-containing regimens in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Publication date: Available online 28 January 2019

Source: Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology

Author(s): Yuguang Zhao, Wenhui Liu, Meiting Sun, Qiuli Miao, Yingmin Liu, Huimin Tian, Yapin Su, Fujun Han

Abstract

Background

We conducted a meta-analysis to examine the associations of age, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, and performance status with the overall survival (OS) benefits of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) after treatment with versus without epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors.

Methods

We systematically searched literature for randomized controlled trials comparing chemotherapy or radiotherapy with versus without EGFR inhibitors in locoregionally advanced, recurrent, or metastatic HNSCCs. Hazard ratios (HRs) for OS were calculated using random-effects models for patient groups according to age (younger vs. older), HPV infection status (p16-positive vs. p16-negative), and performance status score (better vs. poorer).

Results

Five phase III trials with 2653 patients were included. EGFR inhibition was associated with a greater OS benefit in younger patients than in older counterparts (HR 0.70 vs. 1.05,P < 0.001). There were no apparent differences in OS based on HPV status (P = 0.860) or performance status score (P = 0.235). Largely consistent results were obtained following stratification by treatment strategy (i.e., chemotherapy and radiotherapy).

Conclusions

Patient age appears to impact OS independent of HPV infection and performance status after adding EGFR inhibitor agents during HNSCC treatment. This finding may help design relevant clinical trials.

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Impact of age on the overall survival benefits of anti-EGFR-containing regimens in head and neck squamous cell cancer: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

The present meta-analysis was conducted to examine the associations of age (younger vs. older), human papillomavirus (HPV) infection (p16-negative vs. p16-positive), and performance status (better vs. poorer performance status) with the overall survival (OS) benefits of patients with head and neck squamous cell cancer (HNSCC) after treatment with versus without epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors. The results showed that EGFR inhibition was associated with a greater OS benefit in younger patients than in older counterparts. There were no apparent differences in OS based on HPV status or prformance status score. Therefore, patient age appears to impact OS independent of HPV infection and performance status after adding EGFR inhibitor agents during HNSCC treatment.

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Sunshine & the lane

(c)2024 Huimin Chi Beneath the village sun, the cars stand still,Their occupants away, on errands gone.The houses slumber in the afternoon,Their windows shuttered from the heat’s strong yawn. A gentle breeze stirs through the leafy trees,Whispering tales of far-off lands and sweets.The sunbeams dance upon the dusty ground,Casting long shadows where no feet are found. A solitary figure walks…

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ahavenofwords · 8 years ago

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We’re All Romantics, Admit It

I may not understand the world and its millions of secrets that are only increasing in difficulty as the years have passed—changing to decades, centuries, millenniums—until all that exists is a year dated in the books as something that was, is, or will be. I may not, I get that very much, but I will not stop. For in the difficulty that lies in facing the facts—such as the knowledge that the sun that has done nothing but help us live to this day will end up destroying all that we were someday—I obtain peace. There is certainty in knowing something and preparing.

I may not understand much, and I’m sorry that it’s one of my shortcomings, but I swear I would never try to stop understanding you—even if the sun swallows the earth, leaving us with no home to return to and walk on, hand in hand. You may be more difficult to understand than this planet on which we reside—I pray that you aren’t, for I’d love to understand you in this lifetime—but my patience outdoes the mass of the universe. I would not need to breathe until you spoke, lending me your hand to hold onto until you decided that I was worthy enough of the treasure that is your entire world—your whole heart. –c; Huimin Zhuo [November 1st, 2014]

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Day 32: Mr. Melaka! Mr. Malaysia! Mr. Asia! Mr. Universe! (2/10)

top - a very happy husky being cradled at the huskitory, view of the river, red reinforcements at st. paul’s church; center - a cute painting at the orangutan house, a magestic cat on a hill near st. pauls church, the dutch area; bottom - my huge mango smoothie, a statue of a malaysian body builder, the satay place we went to for dinner

Malacca trip day one! Our bus left early in the morning, so I woke up and left the dorm before the sun was even fully risen. Thank goodness 7-Eleven is open 24/7 and there’s one at Boon Lay, so I was able to grab something to eat at that hour.

While I was waiting for Christine to get to the meeting point, an older couple who was also going to Malacca at that time sat down next to me. I exchanged small talk with the lady and she gave me an orange for Chinese New Year, which was a nice gesture. We didn’t end up being on the same bus though, since there were two buses leaving at that time and they got on the slightly earlier one.

The bus Christine and I took had fairly comfortable seats that reclined surprisingly far, but the AC was blasting most of the way there and it was practically arctic cold. We stopped at a rest stop for lunch and as we were getting back on the bus I whined a bit to the driver and he chuckled and was like “Cold, ah?” but then he actually turned down the AC for the rest of the trip. Considering this and the fact that he also didn’t abandon us at the checkpoints like Christine was afraid would happen, we were quite satisfied with the service haha.

Since it was the most out of the way from the main attractions of Malacca, Christine and I had determined beforehand to go to the Huskitory first when we arrived in Malacca. When we got there, a bunch of big huskies greeted us. I had never seen a pure-bred Husky in real life before, and they were just as fluffy and pretty as I thought. We came in the middle of a session, so a bit after we arrived, they let the big dogs rest and let in a group of smaller husky puppies. I say they were smaller, but this was only relative to the full-grown huskies. Holding one in my lap still felt like carrying a six or seven year old child haha.

After spending as much time at the Huskitory as we were allowed, we checked into the hotel. The room was small, but it was nice and clean and that was all I really needed. I was also excited to be able to sleep in a bunk bed since I hadn’t done that since I was in elementary school.

Christine and I set out again towards the main tourist area. We stopped by a mall and found Nadeje, a shop famous for their mille crepe cakes that Huimin, a Malaysian native, had recommended. They certainly lived up to their reputation, but they didn’t add the extra step of caramelizing the top like the mille crepe at Charles Classic Cakes haha. After that snack break, we arrived at the main area and walked around St. Paul’s church and the Dutch occupation area. There was also a big sign that had Malacca’s slogan which looked all too familiar to me – “Don’t Mess with Melaka” – which I found funny.

Booths were starting to open at the well-known Jonker Street night market when we got there, and Christine and I already started to sample food. I got a huge mango smoothie at one stall that was delicious and cheap, the perfect combo. The area was just pretty in general, with lots of art and nice buildings, so we just leisurely explored and took lots of pictures. We had satay for dinner at another of Huimin’s recommendations. I know I should stop being so surprised at the affordability of food in Malaysia, but our meal ended up costing only a couple of bucks for a bunch of satay.

Jonker Street was even more lively when we wandered back over. There were Chinese New Year festivities going on and a lot more stalls were out selling their fare. It reminded me a lot of Taiwanese night markets. I rounded the night out with durian chendol, which was refreshing, but the gula melaka at this particular place was a bit strong in taste and not really my cup of tea. Even still, I think we did a good job of hitting a lot of the major sites despite only having been here for half a day.

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