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 Got a new background for Chrome last night. Cherry blossoms:

                                                                                  

It was easy enough; just went to the Chrome Web Store and asked for Themes.

My choice became my new background!

Copilot:

When do Cherry blossoms come out in Japan. Are they out now?

Cherry blossoms in Japan typically bloom from late March to early April in central regions like Tokyo and Kyoto. However, the timing varies depending on the region and weather conditions. As of now, in late April 2025, the cherry blossom season has already passed in most parts of western and central Japan. Northern regions, such as Hokkaido, are currently experiencing their bloom.

If you're planning a trip, northern Japan might still offer a chance to enjoy the beautiful sakura! Have you ever experienced cherry blossoms in Japan before?

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Canada; If I sell my residence - at considerable profit - do I need to pay capital gains tax?

In Canada, if the property you sell has been your principal residence for every year you owned it, you are generally exempt from paying capital gains tax on the profit due to the principal residence exemption. However, if the property was not your principal residence for the entire period, you may need to pay tax on part or all of the capital gain.

Additionally, starting January 1, 2023, if you owned the property for less than 365 consecutive days before selling it, the profit might be considered business income rather than a capital gain, unless certain life events apply.

If you're unsure about your specific situation, consulting a tax professional or the Canada Revenue Agency might be helpful!

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Finally, I have an explanation of why certain German verbs take the dative (indirect object)

case(indirect object endings on the article). With Copilot, below:

                                                                                     

German language: why do these verbs require the dative case. Could I see examples for each?

In German, certain verbs require the dative case because they inherently involve an indirect object—the recipient or the one affected by the action. This is a grammatical rule that reflects how the action of the verb interacts with the objects in the sentence.

Here are some common dative verbs with examples:

1. helfen (to help)

   • Ich helfe dem Mann. (I help the man.)

2. drohen (to threaten)

   • Der Hund droht dem Kind. (The dog threatens the child.)

3. gehorchen (to obey)

   • Das Kind gehorcht dem Lehrer. (The child obeys the teacher.)

4. erklären (to explain)

   • Der Lehrer erklärt dem Schüler die Aufgabe. (The teacher explains the task to the student.)

5. gefallen (to please)

   • Das Buch gefällt der Frau. (The book pleases the woman.)

6. glauben (to believe)

   • Ich glaube dem Freund. (I believe the friend.)

7. sagen (to say)

   • Er sagt dem Mädchen die Wahrheit. (He tells the girl the truth.)

8. vertrauen (to trust)

   • Sie vertraut dem Arzt. (She trusts the doctor.)

These verbs require the dative case because the indirect object (e.g., dem Mann, dem Kind) is the one receiving or being affected by the action. Let me know if you'd like to explore more verbs or dive deeper into German grammar!