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Sudan: How Will Trump's Return to the White House Impact Sudan?

[Dabanga] Washington D.C. -- With Donald Trump set to return to the White House following his vistory in the US elections on November 5, questions are being raised about how his administration will guide relations with Sudan, especially in light of his "America First" policy that he has pledged to his constituents to adopt.




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RSS Namespaces

For those of you who already know what XML namespaces are, and just want to know how FeedForAll supports them, pleases skip ahead to the Extensions in FeedForAll Section.

For the rest, this section is for you. First of all, what are RSS Extensions? Well, technically they are called XML Namespaces, but we will call them RSS Extensions,, or just Extensions, in most of this document, mainly because we will be talking about how namespaces specifically apply to RSS feeds, and extends their capabilities.


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Personal Namespace Extension

The RSS specification allows you to create and use your own custom elements (tags) in any RSS feed, by declaring your own namespace. Doing this is 100% in line with the RSS specification and the feed will validate. However, you should have a specific and well-planned reason to do so. No RSS readers, or other RSS processing applications will be able to use your custom info for any purpose.

Adding elements (tags) would typically only be used in an in-house solution where the writing application and the reading application have prior knowledge of the new tags.

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Personal Namespace Extension

The RSS specification allows you to create and use your own custom elements (tags) in any RSS feed, by declaring your own namespace. Doing this is 100% in line with the RSS specification and the feed will validate. However, you should have a specific and well-planned reason to do so. No RSS readers, or other RSS processing applications will be able to use your custom info for any purpose.


Personal Namespace Extension




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RSS Namespaces

For those of you who already know what XML namespaces are, and just want to know how FeedForAll supports them, pleases skip ahead to the Extensions in FeedForAll Section.

RSS Namespaces




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Personal Namespace Extension

Extension: Personal Namespace Extension

Purpose: The RSS specification allows you to create and use your own custom elements (tags) in any RSS feed, by declaring your own namespace. Doing this is 100% in line with the RSS specification and the feed will validate. However, you should have a specific and well-planned reason to do so. No RSS readers, or other RSS processing applications will be able to use your custom info for any purpose.

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RSS Extensions and Namespaces

For those of you who already know what XML namespaces are, and just want to know how FeedForAll supports them, pleases skip ahead to the Extensions in FeedForAll Section.

For the rest, this section is for you. First of all, what are RSS Extensions?

RSS Extensions and Namespaces





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Brainy bike helmet packs lights, turn indicators and crash detection

When we last heard from Lumos, the bike helmet company had announced a model which was simply equipped with a "smart" tail light. The firm is getting fancy again, however, with its turn-indicating, 360-degree-illuminating, crash-detecting Nyxel.

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First SpaceX Starship launch since 'chopsticks' catch: How to watch

Flight 6 of SpaceX's giant Starship is scheduled to fly no earlier than Monday, November 18, 2024. If there are no delays, the world's largest rocket ever to fly will lift off at 4:00 pm CST from the company's Texas Starbase. Here's how to watch.

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Premium compact tri-laser projector leverages Leica imaging know-how

Following a number of industry partnerships, imaging titan Leica announced its own smart projector in 2022. Now the company has followed that ultra-short-throw Laser TV with a compact audiovisual treat designed for "maximum flexibility and cinema feeling in Leica premium image quality."

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Stand-up barbecue takes to the trail in its own backpack

Although we've seen a number of packable camp kitchens recently, most of them are large enough that they have to be transported in a vehicle. The iKSPLOR Adventure BBQ is different, in that it fits into its own custom backpack.

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Social media use found to have little to no impact on mental health

Using social media platforms for long periods has little to no association with mental health indicators like depression, anxiety and stress, according to new research. However, another recently published study found that men risk developing unhealthy obsessions with physique if they place too much importance on likes and comments.

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Space-based solar power to be beamed to Iceland by 2030

UK startup Space Solar has signed an agreement with Reykjavik Energy that could see Iceland become the first country to receive power beamed from a space-based solar power plant. The 30-MW demonstrator is scheduled to go online by 2030.

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Light, ultra-packable traction spikes save your hide on icy terrain

Traction device specialist Kahtoola is preparing to launch its most portable MICROspikes wearable to date, one so light it calls it the Ghost. The new design builds on the company's popular lineup but replaces stiff chains with a collapsible TPU frame that disappears away in your pack until it's needed for a slick, sketchy traverse. Within seconds, basic hiking boots gain toothy, ice-biting steel spikes to keep you secure, stable and confident on otherwise treacherous terrain.

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The 90/90 Rule: A Simple Way to Declutter Your Life and Space

Tidying up your closet or any part of your home can feel overwhelming, especially with lots of clutter. The 90/90 rule provides a simple, effective method to streamline the process and create a more organized space.




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Why Did Researchers Send a Wooden Satellite into Space?

Japanese researchers have launched the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, to explore wood's potential as an eco-friendly material for space technology. This groundbreaking mission aims to test wood's resilience in space and reduce satellite pollution upon re-entry.




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Spotify breidt aanbod uit met series van Cineverse met positieve impact op lock-in, advertentie-inkomsten en de ARPU

Spotify breidt zijn aanbod uit met videocontent van Cineverse. Video podcasts, muziekvideo's, clips en videocursussen vormen al een behoorlijk logische uitbreiding van het aanbod. Het vergroot de lock-in en rechtvaardigt hogere tarieven. Het toevoegen van series gaat een stap verder en is te...




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Peru's national fibre backbone ups capacity by 195%

(Telecompaper) Peru's transport and communications ministry (MTC) said country's Fibre Optic Backbone Network (RDNFO) has increased contracted capacity by 195...




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Ziply Fiber acquires Pacific Northwest assets of Unite Private Networks

(Telecompaper) Ziply Fiber has agreed to acquire the Pacific Northwest assets of Unite Private Networks (UPN) from owner Cox Communications, for an undisclosed amount...




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KPN preview Q3: omzet hoger, marge lager en wat is de eerste impact van Ziggo's UEFA en Odido's FWA?

KPN rapporteert de resultaten over het derde kwartaal op 28 oktober. De markt verwacht een hogere omzet maar een lagere marge...




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RS Taichi WP Backpack review

It’s been nearly a year since I got my hands on RS Taichi’s waterproof backpack, which is available in five colours and a unique Resident Evil edition. I’ve gone for the plain black shade due to its stealthy look and was quite eager to see just how usable this bag would be during monsoon. The WP backpack’s construction mainly comprises polyester and thermoplastic polyurethane. The bag consists of a primary 25-litre waterproof compartment, a smaller compartment located near the primary compartment’s opening and an external quick-access pocket that isn’t waterproof.

Main compartment holds 25L.

The bag uses a roll-up top system to seal the main compartment and can be adjusted based on how full it gets. It’s easy to use and even includes a Velcro strap to keep it tightly sealed. Its 25-litre storage is a boon for when I’m travelling, and over time, I’ve fit huge items in this compartment, including Rishaad’s fully packed Kriega R25 backpack!

Secondary compartment is handy storage for small items

The secondary compartment is only water-resistant, even though it uses the same opening as the main compartment. It can be used for smaller items, such as a pair of gloves, balaclavas and cleaning cloths. The third external pocket is mainly designed for items you’d like to keep handy that aren’t fazed by the rain, like a set of keys.

Outer pocket is not waterproof.

This bag gets a chest harness and a waist belt; both of these can be further adjusted to your size and do a good job of preventing the straps from slipping off the shoulders and distributing luggage weight evenly, especially when on the bike.

Chest harness divides the load and provides a better fit.

The overall fit, finish and feel of this bag are premium, and it feels
built to last. However, after all this time, I did lose the rubberised end on the zipper pull tab located on the external pocket. Honestly, this is quite a minor issue and can be easily replaced. I’ve had absolutely no complaints with this bag otherwise. It’s been quite handy and dependable through my daily commute during peak Mumbai monsoon.

Waist harness helps keep the bag secure while riding.

Given that this bag is waterproof, you are prone to wearing it outside your protective rain gear, which can make it susceptible to dirt and grime being flung on it by the rear wheel. In such cases, a quick wipe-down with a wet cloth helps, and fortunately, the bag doesn’t stain permanently. This bag is currently available on special order at 6kiom.com and will cost approximately Rs 15,000.

Velcro strap help seat the two main compartments well.

I managed to buy it for far less overseas, and you may also have to wait anywhere from one to four months for it to be delivered. Just like most imported products, the RS Taichi WP backpack comes at a price, but it gives you good quality and performance in return.

Also see: Ixon Dirt Air gloves review
 




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Mahindra Scorpio N petrol MT review: Power packed

The Mahindra Scorpio N has been on sale for around two years now and it's been available in a variety of options: five trims, petrol, diesel, manual, automatic and even a 4x4 version. While we did experience the petrol-auto and diesel-auto way back, we’ve just got to experience the petrol manual version, in the recently launched mid-spec Z8 Select trim.

Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select review: price

The new Z8 Select trim is available in petrol and diesel, with manual and automatic gearbox options. The petrol manual is priced from Rs 17.10 lakh, going up to Rs 19.09 lakh for the diesel-automatic (ex- showroom, India). However, the 4WD can’t be had in this new trim. The Z8 Select variants cost about Rs 1.11 lakh-1.65 lakh less than the respective Z8 variants – depending on the powertrain selected – and is about Rs 69,000-1.38 lakh higher than the Z6. The petrol-manual featured here costs Rs 1.65 lakh less than the equivalent Z8 variant.

Also see: Mahindra Scorpio N petrol MT video review

Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select review: features

Compared to the Z8, the Z8 Select misses out on push-button start/stop, a tyre pressure monitor, dual- zone climate control, chrome door handles, anti-pinch front passenger window, power folding wing mirrors, and automatic headlights and wipers, which is not much when you consider the price delta.

Misses out on auto headlamps/wipers, auto climate control, push button start and power folding mirrors, compared to the higher Z8.

It still gets features like 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, LED lights, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch MID, cruise control, a sunroof, six airbags, ESC, hill-hold assist and much more. And, compared to the lower Z6, the Z8 Select gains four airbags, Mahindra’s Adrenox connected car tech, a rear camera, leatherette upholstery, chrome front grille, LED lights, 17-inch alloys and more. Also new is a ‘Midnight Black’ paint shade on the Z8 Select, but the one you see here is finished in the ‘Napoli Black’ shade.

Z8 Select still gets a sunroof, an 8-inch touchscreen and much more. 

The Z8 Select manages to strike a great balance between price and features, and comes across as being a real value-for-money offering in the Scorpio N range.

Mahindra Scorpio N petrol-MT review: powertrain, drive experience

Powering the Scorpio N is Mahindra’s 203hp, 370Nm 2.0-litre turbo-petrol, and this feels like one of the most potent mass-market engines around.

Refined 203hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol has strong low and mid range grunt.

Unlike the diesel, the Scorpio N petrol doesn’t get drive modes, but it’s not a big miss as this engine is very responsive. It’s not a free-revving petrol engine and redlines at a relatively conservative 5,500rpm, but the good slug of torque lower down means it feels its most energetic in the low to midrange, and it suits the character of this big, heavy SUV. So overtaking on the highway is also a breeze, and if you're in the right gear, you won’t even have to downshift to do that. What’s a bit of a downer is the 6-speed manual transmission, which requires some effort to slot in, but the clutch is light and easy to modulate.

While the clutch is light, the gearbox does take some effort to slot in. 

It completes the 0-100kph sprint in 10.83sec, which is not far off the much lighter and smaller Hyundai i20 N Line MT’s time. As for in-gear acceleration, it does 20-80kph in third gear in 8.34sec and 40-100kph in fourth gear in 10.50sec, which is respectable. And while we haven’t subjected it to our real-world fuel economy tests, on our drive we got an MID-displayed 7.3kpl in mixed city and highway driving conditions, which is expected of a heavy, petrol-powered SUV. We soon hope to put it through our instrumented tests.

Scorpio N petrol-MT performance
AccelerationTime (sec)
0-20kph1.14s
0-40kph2.38s
0-60kph4.89s
0-80kph7.95s
0-100kph10.83s
20-80kph (in 3rd gear)8.34s
40-100kph (in 4th gear)10.5s

What’s also nice is that it's very easy to drive. You’re sitting high up and you get a very good view out, and the clutch and steering are light, so it’s quite a breeze to drive in the city despite its size.

Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select petrol-MT: ride and handling

The Scorpio N feels stable and composed on the move.

The Scorpio N also fares much better than the older Scorpio in terms of ride and handling. It’s still a body-on-frame SUV, but Mahindra has made significant changes with respect to the chassis stiffness and suspension setup to improve its road manners. As a result, the Scorpio N feels much tidier around the bends. Sure, it still rolls around corners, but it’s far better contained now and the light but precise steering also helps your confidence. The ride quality also feels far less busy than the previous generation. There is still a bit of bounciness, but given that it’s based on a ladder-frame, some lumpiness over low-speed bumps is acceptable. Overall, the Scorpio N feels stable and confident on the road.

Mahindra Scorpio N petrol-MT review: interior and exterior

The rest of the Scorpio N remains unchanged. Inside, you get an upright dashboard with the touchscreen flanked by the AC vents. There’s a good mix of materials inside, from gloss black elements, soft-touch leather padding, chrome and silver elements. The dual-tone brown and black upholstery is appealing too. Build quality and fit and finish are also decent.

Middle row has acres of space and can comfortably accommodate three adults.

The front seats are large and supportive, but the lumbar support feels a bit excessive. The middle row can be had with either individual captain’s seats or a bench, though the Z8 Select can only be had with the latter. Headroom and kneeroom on offer in the middle row is tremendous and it can easily fit three adults too. The bench seat is split 60:40, with only the smaller section on the kerb side featuring a one-touch tumble feature; the right-hand-side seat only folds.

Space in the third row is tight and best saved for kids.

Getting in to the third row is also easy and it’s nice that it gets front-facing seats as standard, rather than the side-facing seats from before. However, space here is tight for adults and best saved for kids. The last row doesn’t split, but folds and tumbles, and while that does free up much more room, the folded seats do eat up quite a lot of luggage space.

Scorpio N's imposing road presence has proven to be a hit with buyers.

In terms of design, the Scorpio N is your typical butch and upright SUV, with a lot of interesting details around: the slim LED lights, chrome-embellished grille, stylish alloys and the tall, Volvo-esque tail-lamps. The overall design is a bit reminiscent of the old Scorpio, and it definitely has a lot of road presence, which buyers of the SUV appreciate.

Mahindra Scorpio N petrol-MT review: verdict

The petrol-MT is potent yet easy to drive and the Z8 Select trim represents good value.

The Scorpio N is a comfy and practical SUV, which has secured a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP for adult occupant protection. The new Z8 Select trim is also good value for money. The petrol-manual powertrain is smooth, potent and easy to drive even in city confines, and buyers will also like its tough nature and road presence. While the petrol-manual is not the preferred powertrain choice for SUVs, if you are on the lookout for one, this represents a very good choice. Just be prepared for regular visits to the petrol pump. And sure, the third row isn’t spacious enough and the manual gearbox is a bit notchy, but then this SUV’s strengths far outweigh its shortcomings.

Also see:

Mahindra to launch electric Bolero, Scorpio

2022 Mahindra Scorpio N review: Sting in the tale




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Creating sustainable spaces

Here is how you can minimise the ecological footprint and at the same time make your home visually appealing



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When a tiled roof doubles up as a gallery space at Nisarga Art hub, a community residency in Angamaly

Made for a family of musicians, the Nisarga Art Hub at Angamaly in Kerala has been modelled as a sustainable community residency



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Impacting through design

Two structures were ingeniously crafted in order to address the needs of the two most vulnerable segments of the population, urban slum children and senior citizens



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A virtual tour of four interactive community spaces in India

How some of India’s top architecture firms are bringing back the concept of much-needed interactive meeting zones for social progress and wellness. A virtual tour of four such projects in both rural and urban India



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Co-living spaces: what young professionals want

Gen Z and millennials prefer technology-integrated and community-oriented accommodations in cities across India



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Maruti Suzuki commences exports of compact SUV Fronx




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Bright and earthy beetroot pachadi recipe (ബീറ്റ്റൂട്ട് പച്ചടി)




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Tiruchi’s eateries turn the page on newspapers as food packaging material

FSSAI ban on using newspapers to serve, wrap or store food has made many look for food-grade alternatives; affordability and rising cost is one of the key factors for food sellers using newspapers






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By 2030, Bengaluru will possess 330-340 million square feet of office space in India: report

The primary demand generators for Bengaluru’s office market are anticipated to be the technology, engineering, manufacturing, and BFSI sectors.  The Confederation of Indian Industry and CBRE report projects that Bengaluru, the country’s IT hub, will maintain its dominant position in … Continue reading



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Mumbai Rains: During the monsoon, the walk-in homebuyer’s activity slows down, impacting housing transactions

The real estate industry in Mumbai has suffered the most as a result of the heavy rains and the numerous cases of waterlogging that have been reported. Real estate experts claim that between July and August, during the monsoon, walk-ins … Continue reading



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Potential Tropical Storm Sara’s development and impact




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OCLC Research Will Harvest DSpace Metadata

Craig Neilson and Ray Matthews recently returned from North Carolina to learn about using DSpace, ePrints, and LOCKSS-Docs for providing permanent public access to state publications. OCLC has announced it is teaming with Google and MIT to harvest DSpace OAI-PMH metadata to turn it into a format which can be indexed and searched by Google. This will enable information about publications stored by governments and universities using this open source institutional archiving system to be readily retrievable.




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A 30-Megawatt Space Solar Power Plant Is Scheduled For 2030

Innovators in the field of space solar power are outperforming expectations for commercial application, motivated by the potential for harvesting solar energy on a 24/7 basis, unimpeded by weather or climate.

The post A 30-Megawatt Space Solar Power Plant Is Scheduled For 2030 appeared first on CleanTechnica.




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Global Installed Solar Capacity To Blow Past 2 Terawatts, USA Or Not

The installed solar capacity of the global PV industry is poised for another round of rapid growth, with or without an assist from the US.

The post Global Installed Solar Capacity To Blow Past 2 Terawatts, USA Or Not appeared first on CleanTechnica.




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Best Value for Money EVs — Subcompacts (B Segment)

This is the second of a five-part series of articles (you can check the first part here), where I look at the best affordable EVs in each size category. There are plenty of good EVs right now, but one of the main challenges continues to be their price and how ... [continued]

The post Best Value for Money EVs — Subcompacts (B Segment) appeared first on CleanTechnica.




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アクセシビリティ分野における欧州出版業界の能力向上に取り組むプロジェクトAPACE、欧州の出版におけるアクセシビリティの現状に関する調査報告書を公開

2024年10月2日、アクセシビリティ分野における欧州出版業界の能力向上に取り組むプロジェクトAPACE(Accelerating Publishing Accessibility through Collaboration in Europe)が、欧州の出版におけるアクセシビリティの現状に関する調査報告書を公開しました。

APACEは、イタリアの非営利団体Fondazione LIAの主導の下、欧州の出版関係団体等が参加しているプロジェクトです。2025年6月から適用が開始される欧州アクセシビリティ法(European Accessibility Act:EAA)を背景として2024年1月に立ち上げられ、アクセシビリティ分野における欧州の出版業界の能力向上に取り組んでいます。

発表によると、報告書では、欧州の出版におけるアクセシビリティの現状について、出版社等に対するオンライン調査と専門家に対するインタビュー調査を基に分析しています。主な結果として、調査対象となった出版社の70.5%は、EAAが自社の活動に影響を与えることを認識しているものの、アクセシブルな電子書籍を作成しているのは全体の37.4%にとどまること等が述べられています。

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Six Eccentric Compact Javascript Frameworks at a Glance

JavaScript is a requisite and a crucial part for developing WebPages and Websites whether it be a professional website or a simple page or whether you are  an experienced developer or a naïve person JavaScript is a must for Web Development. In this day and age , JavaScript Framework have become extra specialized and powerful …

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Honda Motocompacto – The e-Bike That Thinks It’s A Suitcase

The Honda Motocompacto has to be one of the weirdest e-bikes we’ve ever seen. It’s not just the strange skinny shape, it’s also the fact that it doesn’t appear to offer any real advantage over an electric scooter except a rudimentary seat. Just 3.7 inches wide, it’s made out of aluminum and plastic, and boasts a max speed of 12 mph and a range of 15 miles per 3 hour charge. While we may scoff at the quirky design, there’s...

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U.S. Open Outpaces the NBA Finals in Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL




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The Opacity of Sin

Sin is opaque - it does not allow the light of God to enter and be reflected from our lives. Fr. Stephen looks at the work of God's light within our lives and suggests ways in which we may understand our relationship with God through what the Scripture says about light and darkness.