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Polar low over the Barents Sea on February 27, 1987

A fictitious synoptic chart of an extratropical cyclone affecting the UK. The blue arrows between isobars indicate the direction of the wind, while the “L” symbol denotes the centre of the “low”. Note the occluded, cold and warm frontal boundaries.

Cyclone Catarina, a rare South Atlantic tropical cyclone viewed from the International Space Station on March 26, 2004

Cyclone on Mars, imaged by the Hubble Space Telescope

Never criticize, condemn or complain: People very rarely criticize themselves, no matter how wrong they may be. Your criticism will not be welcome. “I will speak ill of no man, and speak all the good I know of everybody.” – Ben Franklin Criticism puts others on the defensive, hurts self-esteem and builds resentment. Criticism is futile. Positive Reinforcement works better. Example: Reprimanding soldiers for not wearing their helmets is less effective than asking if the helmets are uncomfortable and reminding them that the hats were designed for their protection.Make the other person feel important.

People yearn to feel important and appreciated.

Continually recognizing someone’s expertise and capabilities will make them feel important. They will want to demonstrate their expertise by possibly helping you.“I am hearty in my approbation and lavish in my praise.” – Charles Schwab.

Give others clear authority over a part of a larger project and help them understand their tangible contributions. They’ll become more committed to the success of the project.

Be sincere and avoid flattery. However, obvious, over-the-top flattery can often win smiles and carry the same favor as if it were sincere.

Fever and ulcers

The number of infected children has steadily increased since hospitals in Fuyang began admitting patients with fever, ulcers in the mouth, or a rash on their hands and feet, according to the Anhui Health Bureau’s website.

An official investigation into the cause of the outbreak has been launched, and a prevention and control team has been set up to contain infected areas in the province, the bureau said.

The illness – known as EV71 – mainly affects children under the age of 10.

The World Health Organization said it was concerned about the number of deaths in the current outbreak, although EV71 has been reported in China before.

The question of reporting infectious diseases is especially sensitive in China, following widespread criticism of the handling of the Sars epidemic in 2003.

Attempts to cover up the scale of that outbreak led to the sacking of China’s health minister and promises of reform.