Trust is your own stride, Luck’s but a fleeting whisper, Confidence shouts loud.
Morning Briefing (2023-12-21)
Today, in Lincoln, UK, it looks like overcast clouds with a current temperature of about 9.51°C. Overall for today though, it’ll be light rain and cool down to an average of 9.4°C.
News
In global news, an Alabama judge is currently considering whether to allow executions by nitrogen, which would be an alternative to lethal injection. This comes as part of ongoing discussions surrounding the ethics and methods of capital punishment. BBC News
In the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Israel has promised a speedy investigation into the deaths of hostages, as new evidence emerges. This investigation is significant as it seeks to address allegations of human rights violations committed by Israel during the conflict. The New York Times
Angola has decided to leave OPEC due to disagreements over oil production quotas. This move will have implications for both Angola’s oil industry and the dynamics of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries. Al Jazeera
Additionally, NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN has released its English news broadcast at 23:00 JST. This broadcast covers a range of international news stories and can be accessed through the provided link. NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
Turning our attention to Lincoln, UK, Paris Fury, the wife of professional boxer Tyson Fury, recently visited a sheepskin baby products business called Baa Baby in the city. This visit highlights the growing popularity and recognition of the business. Lincolnshire Live
Meanwhile, councillors in Lincolnshire have criticized the decision to redirect funds from the High-Speed 2 (HS2) project to London. This redirection of funds has been met with disapproval as it impacts the region’s connectivity and infrastructure development. The Lincolnite
In a tragic incident, a family paid tribute to a father of three who died in a car crash in Tongue End. The family remembered him as a free-spirited individual, highlighting the devastating impact of the accident on their lives. Lincolnshire Live
Furthermore, a former RAF doctor convicted of child sex offenses has been erased from the medical register. This action demonstrates the consequences faced by individuals who engage in such abhorrent acts. The Lincolnite
In the realm of mathematical news, recent research explores the role of curvature in explaining wildfires. By using mathematics, scientists aim to gain a better understanding of how wildfires spread and can potentially develop more effective strategies for managing them. AMS Math Moments
Additionally, the study of compactifications, configurations, and cohomology is an area of mathematical research that has wide-ranging applications. The American Mathematical Society has published a collection of papers on this subject, which delve into various aspects related to these mathematical concepts. AMS Conferences
Furthermore, another topic in mathematics is the study of bridges, wheels, tricycles, and squares. This field of inquiry explores the interplay between these geometric structures and the underlying mathematical principles, providing insight into the beauty and interconnectedness of mathematics. AMS Math Moments
Lastly, a conference organized by the American Mathematical Society focuses on the diverse world of partial differential equations (PDEs), emphasizing both algebraic and cohomological aspects. This conference serves as a platform for mathematicians to share their research and collaborate on advancing the understanding of PDEs. AMS Conferences
Dailies
First up, starting the day with a game of chess. Then, moving onto a quick Typeracer match, Typelit page and Monkeytype test to yourself typing quickly, warming up to quickly type out a solution to a Project Euler problem.
That might be quite an intensive task, so next up we’ll cool down a bit with a bit of Sudoku, followed by a fun game of Chessle. Now that your mind has relaxed a bit again, let’s do some Brilliant courses on LLMs and Calculus!
By this time, you probably want to move somewhere else, so let’s do something we can do on the go if you want to: Lichess tactics and Chess.com puzzle. Now that you’ve moved a bit, let’s explore the world in a Geoguessr game and make sure you know the country names in Globle!
Now, just before we finish up with some proper thinking, let’s combine the previous two dailies into Worldle, then play the regular old Wordle.
Finally, we’ll end this morning’s dailies by making sure you can still program somewhat! Here’s a little list, choose a few to explore today:
Today’s Schedule
No events for today! :D
Emails
Good morning! In today’s email subjects, we have a couple of important updates for you. First, there is an email regarding changes to crypto in the UK that require your action. It seems that there might be some regulatory developments or updates in the cryptocurrency field. I recommend reviewing the email thoroughly and taking any necessary steps.
Additionally, you have received an email notification from Abbeygate Sixth Form College. Your exam certificates are now ready for collection. It’s great news that they are available, as I know you have been looking forward to receiving them. You can plan a visit to the college at your convenience to pick them up. If you need any additional details, the email likely contains further instructions or contact information for the college.
Let me know if you would like me to provide more assistance with either of these topics.
Chess
Daily Puzzle
Here’s a puzzle to think about today, it’s a bit harder than your usual puzzles at a rating of 1673. The puzzle ID is nWI8n in case you want a bit of a hint or you want to check your solution in a more visual way!
fen: r2q1k1r/ppp3p1/2npbn1p/4P1B1/8/Q1N2N2/PP3PPP/3RK2R w K - 0 15Spoilers! Below is the solution, so try and put your solution below it first so you can check them - but only once you’re confident!
['e5d6', 'h6g5']My Solution
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Daily Games
Here are the game(s) I’ve done today, including an analysis for each one:
Game One (me vs person)
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Good Luck! ✨
Good luck on your journey! Believe in yourself, stay positive, and never give up. You’ve got this! You’re destined for greatness!
Now…
Have a look at the to-do list in The Scholar’s Ledger, or not, you do have free will after all :)
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Completed tasks
- Look into implementing Typelit, Wordle, and Worldle into my Dailies. 🔒 2023-12-21 🕸️ The Scholar’s Ledger