Situating Women: Gender Politics and Circumstance in Fiji
(Canberra: Australian National University E Press, c2012), by
Nicole Louise George (multiple formats with commentary at ANU
Press)
The Register of John Trefnant, Bishop of Hereford (A.D.
1389-1404) (register in Latin, commentary in English; Hereford:
Wilson and Phillips, 1914), ed. by W. W. Capes, contrib. by John
Trefnant (stable link)
The Revolt of the Pueblo Indians of New Mexico in 1680
(reprinted from the Quarterly of the Texas State Historical
Association, 1911), by Charles W. Hackett (bound with some related
papers; page images at HathiTrust)
Animals and the Shaping of Modern Medicine: One Health and Its
Histories (Cham: Palgrave Macmillan, c2018), by Abigail Woods,
Michael Bresalier, Angela Cassidy, and Rachel Mason Dentinger (PDF
and Epub with commentary at Springer)
FTT, the native token of the controversial FTX ecosystem, has
been pumping lately. This recent price upswing was triggered by the
launch of a customer claims portal, an online platform for
customers to access their account information and submit electronic
proof of claims in FTXs restructuring proceedings.
Although the portal became unavailable barely an hour after
launch, the price of FTT has managed to stay afloat, with a 21%
increase in the last day.
FTX Claims Portal Goes Offline For Unknown Reasons
Last month, the debtors in FTXs insolvency case announced that an
online claims portal was in the final stages of launch. The portal
reportedly went live on
Tuesday, July 11, enabling customers of the bankrupt crypto
exchange to access their account information.
The platform before going offline said users can access their
account balance as of November 11, 2022 the day FTX filed for
bankruptcy in the United States. Then, if required, customers would
also be able to submit an electronic proof of claim with the FTX
Debtors claims and noticing agent (Kroll Restructuring
Administration).
However, the claims portal only stayed live for about an hour
before going down for unknown reasons. As of this writing, there
has been no official statement from FTX addressing the crash.
That said, it is worth noting that customers
still have until September 29, 2023, to file a claim. This can be
done via alternative means besides the website, like through
US mail.
FTT Rallies 21% In A Single Day Price Overview
After the FTX claims portal went live yesterday, the FTX token
(FTT) received a lot of attention from crypto enthusiasts. And the
tokens price showed a positive reaction, gaining more than 24%
roughly an hour after the launch.
However, this price surge was short-lived, as the FTT token soon
shed a considerable chunk of its early gain. This is understood to
be in response to the claims portal going offline.
It is worth noting that FTT has been on a positive run in recent
weeks. According to CoinGecko data, the tokens value has increased
by nearly 117% in the past month.
The stories about how Microsoft basically created a monster in
their AI, which would give super problematic answers to queries,
among other things, have made the rounds.
It would seen Microsoft is listening
to the feedback, which ranges from amused to horrified, as theyve
lobotomized the program.
The move comes after the tool, codenamed Sydney, went on a
tirade and dumped odd stories into news feeds everywhere. This was
not, obviously, the sort of publicity Microsoft wanted for its
tool, so they decided to give it firm limits instead.
Now, she can only reply 50 times per day and engage in 5 chats
per session, which they hope will cut down on the bizarre and
sometimes disturbing responses.
The group raised concerns over Prometheum's changing position on
crypto regulatory clarity and under what circumstances the firm
obtained a special purpose broker-dealer license.
Computer
programs have been used to create color to show pigments. (Photo:
Jan Magne Gjerde, NIKU)
What's the coolest thing you've discovered on a hike? An
interesting plant, a pretty rock, or maybe something left behind by
another hiker? For one Norwegian dad, a family hike turned into a
thrilling discovery. As announced by the Norwegian Institute for Cultural
Heritage Research (NIKU), an unassuming rock found outside of
Oslo is actually covered in ancient Bronze Age rock paintings
featuring rowers and standing figures. This pigment has survived
thousands of years, and it expands researchers knowledge of the
range of such prehistoric art.
Tormod Fjeld, a graphic designer by trade who hunts petroglyphs
in his free time, took his family for a hike in the Norwegian woods
outside Oslo. The family paused for cookies and juice by a large
rock. Looking at the boulder with his practiced eye, Fjeld noticed
strange colors. He used an app on his phone to process a photograph
of the rock. Pigments are colored by the app, which often indicates
if they are naturally occurring or were added by human hands. In
this case, humans and animals became clearly visible. I took a
picture and went into the app, Fjeld told NIKU. I had something like an
out-of-body experience. I didnt really think it could be
anything.
He immediately contacted a friend of his who is an archeologist.
Eventually the NIKU examined the rock, declaring it to be the first
of its kind in the region of stfold and Viken. The paintingswhich
show human rowers, standing humans, and animalsare sheltered by a
rock protrusion which protects them from the elements. For now,
their location remains secret to protect them. They are extremely
hard to find due to the faintness of the paint, Jan Magne Gjerde of
NIKU told...
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Conflux (CFX) has recently recorded a significant price rise
following a few days of bearish movements. According to data from CoinMarketCap,
CFX has gained by 11.39% in the last 24 hours, emerging as the days
top gainer. So whats driving this price gain?
Bank of China Announces SIM Card NFC Payments, Sparks
Excitement In The Conflux Community.
On July 10, The Bank of China announced it would be
commencing the testing of SIM card-linked payments using the
digital renminbi known as digital yuan starting from July 11-
yesterday.
According to its statement, the state-owned bank claims to be
conducting this program in collaboration with telecommunications
giants China Telecom and China Unicom.
The project aims to enable payments using a near-field
communication protocol (NFC) and a technology known as super SIM
cards. Basically, users will be able to process digital yuan
payments by bringing their mobile phones in contact with designated
payment terminals.
That said, following the emergence of this news in mainstream
social media today, there has been a wave of excitement in the CFX
community, with some hinting that the latest move by the Bank of
China could boost the adoption of CFX in the future.
For context, the Conflux Network signed a partnership with China
Telecom to develop a Blockchain-powered SIM card (BSIM) back in May
2023. Given this, it appears that some CFX fans believe the Conflux
Network will play a significant role in the new SIM Card e-CNY
payment system.
The excitement in the CFX community translated into positive
price movement, with CFX surging by 11% this morning to hit a peak
price of $0.2031. Prior to this price increase, CFX had seen its
market price fall from $0.197 to as low as $0.175 over the last
seven days.
At the time of writing, CFX is currently trading at $0.201 with
a 0.20% loss in the last hour. However, the tokens trading volume
has risen 135.79% and is valued at $75.4 million. With a market cap
of $617.6 million, Conflux is ranked as the 67th biggest
cryptocurrency on the market.
CFX Price Analysis And Prediction
Analyzing the CFXs 4-Hour chart, the token appears to be headed
for a resistanc...
On the first day, God said, Let the atmospheric
water vapors condense and become rain, and so there was a downpour,
and it was inconvenient. But we had ponchos. It was November at
Disney World, and ponchos were like noses or smartphones in that
every visitor had one, of course they did, it wasnt even a
question.
Soon the rain turned horizontal and worked
itself inside the ponchos, and now the condensation cycle in the
sky was being restaged on an individual level. Youd think this
situationthousands of humans being dumpling-steamed in plastic and
packed into a slow boat or a shuttle simulatorwould create a
terrible odor, but Disney World was one step ahead: employees (cast
members)stationed at the threshold of each
attraction kindly asked guests to remove their ponchos before
entering, and all obeyed, crumpling wet balls into pockets and
backpacks and we saw that it was good.
Id intended to keep a detailed diary at Disney
World but totally failed. My notebook has only two notes, both
scribbled at Living with the Land, the EPCOT ride
where you hop into a boat and glide past an idyllic farmhouse and
through a series of greenhouses to learn about crop rotation and
pesticide reduction. In our search for more efficient ways to grow
food, we often fail to realize the impact of our methods, a
narrator explained, channeling Wendell Berry. When we passed a
thicket of tomatoes, the narrator revealed that one of
EPCOTs tomato plants had yielded thirty-two thousand
fruits. A gasp went through the crowd.
As it turned out, Living with the Land features
the greatest fantasy in all of Disney World: no dirt.So the first note in my notebook was:
What vacuum cleaner used by maintenance
employees @ Land?
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in
context for July 12, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesks daily
newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto
markets.
Attackers of this kind are supposedly "big game hunting
large-scale organizations with deep pockets to extract the most
money possible out of these firms.
The biggest LIE regarding the Human body and soul is whats
INSIDE. The fabrication of reality starts within, creating the
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Bankrupt cryptocurrency lender, Celsius Network, has filed a
lawsuit against Liquid
Staking Platform StakeHound. The crypto lender claims that
Stakehound allegedly owes $150 million worth of tokens, including
ether (ETH), Polygons MATIC, Polkadots DOT, and other
cryptocurrencies, that belong to Celsius.
The complaint was filed as part of Celsius Networks ongoing
bankruptcy proceedings. And according to the filing, StakeHound
already initiated arbitration against Celsius. StakeHound argued
that it was not obligated to exchange native ETH for stTokens after
allegedly being confronted with breaching its duties to
Celsius.
StakeHound Argues No Obligation to Exchange stTokens, Court
Filings State
The crypto lender reportedly entrusted StakeHound in 2021 with
25,000 staked native ETH, 35,000 native ETH, 40 million MATIC, and
66,000 DOT, according to court documents. These tokens are valued
at approximately $150 million, as indicated in the court
filings.
Celsius received stTokens in exchange for the tokens entrusted
to StakeHound, which they could either use for other investments or
return to StakeHound in order to retrieve their cryptocurrency.
Court documents reveal that StakeHound initiated an arbitration
proceeding against Celsius in Switzerland after the crypto lender
filed for bankruptcy. In the arbitration filing, StakeHound claimed
that it has no obligation to exchange stTokens for other
tokens.
However, Celsius Network also claims that StakeHounds
arbitration filing violated the automatic stay rule. This rule
falls under Section 362 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.
The automatic stay rule under Section 362 of the United States
Bankruptcy Code acts as a legal protection and goes into effect
when a debtor files for bankruptcy. This provision prohibits most
creditors and debt collectors from taking any further action
against the debtor or the debtors property without first receiving
permission from the bankruptcy court.
The court filing also shows that Celsius argued that StakeHound
should be obligated to return Celsius property immediately. It also
included compensation for damages resulting from StakeHounds
purported breach of contractual duties.
Additionally, according to reports in 2022,
Celsius Network lost 35,000 ETH when StakeHound lost private keys
for a total of approximately 38,000 ETH. Celsius argues that it
should not be obligated to repay these assets.
At the time, StakeHound attributed the loss to Fireblocks and
filed a lawsuit against the custody provider in 2021. However,
Ce...
For more than 800 years, the volcanic system on Icelands
Reykjanes Peninsula sat dormant. That is, until March 2021, when a
fissure vent appeared south of Fagradalsfjall
mountain. A throng of scientists, photographers, and tourists
descended on the area to capture the long-awaited eruption, with
the first event continuing for six months, followed by a secondand
very similar onethat ran for less than three weeks in August
2022.
Two days ago, a new eruption began spewing dramatic currents of
lava in an area north of Fagradalsfjall, near Litli-Hrtur. Drone
pilot Isak Finnbogaso captured stunning footage of
the remarkable landscape as it churned molten earth to the surface.
You can see more of his footage of Iceland on YouTube and Instagram. (via Kottke)
All
images Isak Finnbogason
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What is a Dopp Kit bag? Thats what I first wondered when I saw
this project, and Ill happily explain the etymology in the end of
this article. First, however, we should look at this fantastic
project that Becky Stern has shared with us. This kit is a great
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Getting a new home is exciting for any family, but it has been
particularly emotional for a man named Jose Armenta. The Marine
Corps veteran lost both his legs during a tour in Afghanistan, and
now, hes being repaid for his service thanks to actor Gary Sinises
charity. The Gary Sinise Foundation has gifted Armenta and his
family a mortgage-free home. The construction is currently underway
in Bonita, California, and the family of five couldn't be more
excited and thankful.
Armenta served as a canine handler alongside a dog named Zenit.
In 2011, he stepped on a pressure plate full of homemade explosives
during a security patrol. The corporal woke up five days later in
Germany to realize both his legs from just above the knees were
gone.
If we never give up, then well never lose, he
positively stated. And if we allow it, the worst day of
our life may become the most defining day. He retired from the
Marine Corps in 2013, but continued to serve working as a police
dispatcher on the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Looking
for purpose and finding inspiration in personal finance, he became
a financial advisor dedicated to helping federal employees.
Still, some things had yet to fall into place. While he had
added wheelchair ramps to his home, it wasn't fully accessible. I
am especially haunted by the memory of falling with my infant son,
he confesses. Although the baby was
not injured, he feared he could not properly take care of his
childr...
There are some people out there who can just lose weight like
its no problem at all.
They dont eat right, they dont exercise, they drink all kinds of
booze, and they still drop pounds.
Some people are just like that
Lets hear from AskReddit users about the
easiest and laziest ways they ever lost weight.
Good one!
VR games.
I bought my kids Quest headsets for Christmas and accidentally
lost 10 lbs playing when the kids were asleep.
Got myself one and lost another 30 lbs playing Beatsaber.
Well, now you know
Stopped drinking beer last summer.
Lost 15 lbs in 6 weeks.
Started drinking again in the fall, gained it all back.
Sorry for your loss.
My wife d**d on Easter Sunday. We were together over 20 years. I
have lost 70 pounds in the two months since. Last week alone I lost
13.
I probably also lost a fair amount prior while sleeping in the
ICU as we failed at each step to make it to chemo. My doctor says
my weight loss is okay (as a temporary thing), but wants me to try
to stay above 500 calories a day and not pass out. Mostly I live on
the cream in my morning coffee.
I do not recommend this method. Also, as she had a heck of a
dark sense of humor, Ill point out that she lost even more weight
than I have via cremation, although it was mostly water weight.
Super e...
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On-chain data shows the Polygon trading volume has seen a
significant increase compared to the other altcoins. Heres what
this means for MATIC.
Polygon Trading Volume Has Observed A Sharp Jump Recently
According to data from the on-chain analytics firm Santiment, altcoins have
observed an increase in trading volume during the last few days.
The trading volume here is an
indicator that measures the daily total amount of a given
cryptocurrency thats getting involved in transactions on the
blockchain.
When the value of this metric is high, it means that a large
number of tokens are being shifted around on the network. Such a
trend can be a sign that traders of the asset are actively
participating in the market right now.
On the other hand, low values imply that the cryptocurrency is
observing a low amount of activity currently. This kind of trend
can suggest that there isnt much interest in the coin among general
investors at the moment.
Now, here is a chart that shows the trend in the trading volume
of some of the largest assets in the sector over the past week:
As displayed in the above graph, the trading volume of most of
the altcoins had declined to relatively low values a few days back,
implying that interest in them had dropped.
However, during the last couple of days or so, the indicators
value has bounced back for these assets, suggesting that investors
are once again participating in trading.
From the chart, its visible that two altcoins in particular have
enjoyed the sharpest increase in the metric: Polygon and BNB. This would mean that these
cryptocurrencies have a stronger interest backing them right
now.
Generally, high amounts of volume are needed to sustain any sharp moves in the
price. This is because a high volume implies the presence of a
large number of traders, who can provide fuel for building any such
move.
Thus, whenever the trading volume rises for any asset, the price
of the coin becomes more likely to show volatility. Which direction
such volatile price action might take the cryptocurrency in is hard
to say from the volume alone, however.
In the case of Polygon and BNB, though, a surge in their
prices...
Practices for empaths to protect themselves, heal energetically,
and discover self-empowerment
Explores different types of empaths and empathing, including
sensitive empaths, psychic empaths, and quantum and paranormal
empathing
Offers advanced strategies for energetically protecting yourself
and your loved ones
Looks at the connection between limiting beliefs and empathic
behaviors, including how to release limiting beliefs and how
empathic behaviors are connected to the health of your energy
field
There is no doubt we are living in a time of significant global
upheaval and change. Yet psychic empath Suzanne Worthley, a highly
skilled professional intuitive energy practitioner, shares how as
an empath you can still live an empowered life, energetically
protect yourself and your loved ones, and contribute in a
meaningful way to creating a more positive, life-affirming reality
on every level of dimension.
Starting with the basics of human energy systems, Suzanne explores
different types of empaths, the three expressions of empathy, and
the differences between empathy and sympathyand why one is truly
helpful and the other limiting. You will learn how to identify and
release different types of limiting beliefs, both learned and
programmed into our beings. You will also discover how to prevent
unwanted energy transference and learn the fascinating skill of
empathing buildings, land and the natural world, and other
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Confident Empath delves into aspects of empathing not often
explored, such as quantum and paranormal empathing, soul contracts,
and advanced empathing strategies. Interspersed throughout the
guide are extraordinary and compelling true accounts from Suzannes
professional work that illustrate the concepts taught: from
encountering intermingled timelines from the 1800s to a healing
investigation that walked through the holographic history of a more
than 100-year-old brothel.
Suzanne Worthley has been an energy healing practitioner,
intuitive, and psychic empath for more than two decades. She
teaches about consciousness studies and energy work and offers
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On this weeks episode of The Market Report, Cointelegraphs
resident expert discusses if this is your last chance to buy
Bitcoin on the cheap as the Bitcoin pre-halving rally may be right
around the corner.
What began as a joke on how to safely conduct a photo shoot
during COVID-19 restrictions soon turned into a creative adventure
that Steve Haining will never forget. The Canadian
photographer worked with model Ciara Antoski and a host of experts
to produce an epic photoshoot that went up to 32 feet underwater.
It not only resulted in gorgeous photos but also earned Haining a
place in the Guinness Book of World Records
for the deepest underwater photo shoot with a model.
After Haining was told that shooting in pools, a controlled
environment he was used to working in, wasn't possible during the
pandemic, he joked about taking things outdoors. That quickly
spiraled into an adventure that had him seeking out advice from
renowned photographers Benjamin
Von Wong and Brett
Stanley, who shared their own experiences working in open
water.
Working with an expert safety diver, Haining and his favorite
underwater model ventured to Canada's shipwreck capital, Tobermory,
Ontario. Antoski had worked to perfect posing while working at such
depths and also submerged herself in ice baths to prepare herself
for the freezing temperatures. While they'd both practiced for the
moment, nothing could prepare them for the day of the shoot.
The shoot brought about specific challenges that Haining had to
adapt to. This included communicating with Antoski in terms of what
was needed from her when she took her place in the shipwreck.
Certain jobs are stigmatized and being a custodian is one of
them.
But people should actually do a bit of research before they make
judgments about that profession because it turns out that its not a
bad gig at all!
And a woman named Roxie shared a video on TikTok where she
expressed her surprise that janitors at Buc-ees gas stations make
the same amount of money as she does as a healthcare worker.
She said in her video that she found out the day before that
Buc-ees pays their janitors the same hourly wage as she makes in
her job as a case manager.
This dish is the perfect showcase of my favorite summer veggies
and is cooling and refreshing. I love it so much and could eat it
every day. I served this dish at a cooking competition and won
Grand Prize, Best Flavor and Most Locally Used Ingredients all
three prizes that were offered! I have served it at parties as well
and everyone always raves. When I started writing recipes for LNF,
I was not technically gluten free, but had been avoiding grains for
the most part for about 8 years already. A few years later, as I
have fine tuned my diet even more, I have all but eliminated gluten
from my diet. I feel that gluten containing grains can be a
healthful food if properly prepared (if soaked, sprouted and
soured) but since genetic engineering has raised its ugly head and
it has been found out that most wheat is GE (even organic), I
pretty much avoid it.
It is amazing this is not being served at fine dining
restaurants as it is so gourmet and delicious. This will fulfill
your need for pasta if you are gluten free and give you added
nutrition as this pasta is made with veggies, not grain. I do not
normally recommend buying additional kitchen gadgets, but I make an
exception with this one as it makes such interesting noodles and
other vegetable shapes. It is called a Taglialegumi or Turning Slicer (English translation) made by Paderno
from Italy.
Ingredients
4 medium sized Summer Squash you can use a combo of interesting
summer squash. Try the many beautiful heirloom varieties for a
beautiful dish. At least try a combination of zucchini and yellow
squash.
2 Heirloom Tomatoes try different varieties and colored
tomatoes (Brandywine are my favorites)
2 Bell Peppers try different colors (now there are purple,
brown, yellow, orange and red peppers (I avoid green as they can be
hard to digest) (if you have the opportunity, grill the bell
peppers for added flavor)
4 medium sized Garlic cloves
cup Soft Goat Cheese or Feta (optional)
cup Olive Oil the best tasting olive oil you can find
2 teaspoons good salt
Fresh Ground Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon of each fresh herbs -basil, oregano, thyme
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for June, released by the
Bureau of Labor Statistics today, has sent ripples of optimism
throughout the Bitcoin and crypto market. The latest figures reveal
a surprising cooling in inflation, which has ignited hopes of a
positive outlook.
According to the data, the headline CPI year-over-year (YoY)
inflation fell to 3.0%, coming in below expectations of 3.1%. This
represents a noteworthy decline from the previous months 4.0%
figure.
Even more encouraging is the fact that core CPI YoY inflation
dropped to 4.8%, surpassing market expectations of 5.0%. Notably,
this is the first time the core CPI has fallen below 5.0% since
December 2021, leading analysts at The Kobeissi Letter to remark, The 26-month
battle against inflation may finally be nearing its end.
On a month-on-month (m/m) basis, headline CPI came in at 0.3%,
picking up slightly compared to May (+0.1%). Meanwhile, core CPI
m/m came in lower than expected, landing at 0.3% instead of
0.4%.
BREAKING: US inflation below expectations
#Bitcoin
Headline CPI YoY 3.0% (forecast 3.1%, last 4.0%) Headline CPI
MoM 0.2% (forecast 0.3%, last 0.1%) Core CPI YoY 4.8% (forecast
5.0%, last 5.3%) Core CPI MoM 0.2% (forecast 0.3%, last 0.4%)
Why The CPI Data Is Crucial For Bitcoin And Crypto
The Fed has raised interest rates by 5.0 basis points since
March 2022 to bring down the highest inflation in the US in four
decades. During the June meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee
(FOMC) announced a pause for the first time in this cycle to give
itself time to assess the still-evolving impact of the previous
hikes. Fed Chair Jerome Powell, as always, stressed data
dependency.
Prior to the release of the CPI and core CPI, the market was
expecting a 92% probability (according to the CME Fed Watch Tool)
that Fed policymakers would decide in favor of a 0.25 basis points
rate hike at their July 25-26 meeting, which would bring the policy
rate into the 5.25% to 5.50% range. Todays figures are likely to
influence the decision by the Fed. However,
San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly recently said at a
Brookings Institution event that the Fed may end up doing less
because we have to do less; we may end up doing just that; we may
end up doing more. The data will tell us.
Despite that, 20 minutes after the CPI release, the CME Fed
Watch Tool still displayed a 89% of a 25 basis point hike at the
end of July. Renowned journalis...
KAVA is one of the Layer-1 blockchains in the crypto industry
with links to two top blockchains, Ethereum and Cosmos. The network
combines the Cosmos blockchain, and the EVM technology boosting its
speed, security, and maximum scalability. It also utilizes the
developer support of the Ethereum network.
As such, Kava supports cross-chain interoperability, allowing
users to transfer assets between Cosmos and Ethereum
ecosystems. Kavas native token, KAVA, which powers all the
transactions on the blockchain, currently sits at the 62nd position
on Coinmarketcap
rankings.
At the time of writing today, July 12, KAVAs market cap stands
at $661,668,155, showing an increase of 5.95%. Also, the coin has
recorded more gains in 7 days than other top coins like Bitcoin and
Ethereum, showing losses in their weekly gains.
KAVAs price stands at $1.06, depicting a gain of 5.51% in 24
hours, while the weekly price shows an 11.31% increase. But KAVAs
trading volume currently stands at $59,625,037, a decline of
22.88%. This is unexpected, given the increasing price
gains.
Looking at the declining volume, trading activities with KAVA
show low participation. Also, the global market Fear & Greed
Index is currently at 57, depicting Neutral. As such, the current
gains on KAVA may not be sustainable.
Also, KAVAs daily chart on
TradingView, shows that the RSI is at 62 moving towards the
overbought region of 70. Such a movement suggests a trend reversal
to the downside once the asset reaches the overbought
region.
So while traders might be encouraged by the greenish moves
today, represented by KAVAs trend above the 50-day moving average,
they should be careful, given the possibility of a downtrend
soon.
Network Upgrade And USDT Launch Might Be Pushing KAVA
Many factors affect the prices of crypto assets. Some of these
factors include market-wide sentiment, network developments, news,
regulations, etc. Regarding KAVAs price gains today, network
developments and events are seemingly responsible for it.
The much anticipated Kava 14 blockchain upgrade is slated for
today, July 12, at the block height of 5,597,000 at 3:00 p.m. UTC.
GitHub reveals that the
release will facilitate the seamless unlocking of Cosmos native
assets on Kava EVM. Not only that, it will support the
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harassment that involves privacy invasion, following, identity
theft, stalking and harassment . Any unregulated hate group, social
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any person with some computer know-how can obtain any of the
information presented in this video, and use it for stalking,
psychological manipulation, and covert tactics that are designed to
induced psychological illness! This is a rapid edit of a much
longer presentation called "You've Lost Privacy, Now They're Taking
Anonymity " posted at HOPE X (2014): Yo... Government and
private entities are working to shred privacy and warehouse
personal, relationship, and communications data. Once unimaginable
surveillance technologies are being perfected and implemented. The
most intimate details of lives are routinely and unthinkingly
surrendered to data-gatherers. Is it still possible to be an
anonymous whistleblower? Is it still possible to be anonymous at
all? Your physical location and activities for the past ten years
are known and have been logged. If you attend a church or synagogue
o...
Its pretty commonplace to hear that people like a book better
than the movie version, but today were going to flip that old adage
on its head and well hear from AskReddit users about movies
they think are actually better than the book.
Yall ready for this?
Get started now!
Different plot.
Who Framed(Censored) Roger Rabbit.
The books plot is very different, and the characters are all
unlikeable. Eddie isnt a tragic character whos dealing with his
brothers death by drinking his life away and alienating all the
toons he used to befriend.
Hes a hard bitten, hard drinking a**hole just because. Roger is
dead, and the character who ki**ed him doesnt really make any
sense.
The producers of the movie took the idea of a world with toons
and humans and threw away the plot. They made the right choice; the
movie turned out amazing.
Amazing film.
Jaws, in my opinion.
The book is not bad, dont get me wrong, but the characters in it
are extremely unlikeable. I think Spielberg was right to eliminate
some of the subplots and to buff the characters up to be more
likable/relatable.
Also, the end of the book kinda sucked. I wont spoil it, but
compared to the movie its extremely anti-climatic.
I still like both, the book is still a very good read and I
understand why it was such a phenomenon, but Ill always say
the...
Top medical schools in the
state are now transitioning toddlers and training future primary
care doctors on how to engage in the experimental
treatment.
Duke Medicine opened its
Gender Clinic in 2015
to offer a wide variety of services under one roof.
Th...
APT, the native cryptocurrency of the Aptos blockchain,
continues to exhibit an underwhelming market performance in 2023.
Following a somewhat positive run at the beginning of July, it
seems the bears are back in control, with APTs value dipping by
nearly 10% in the last seven days.
This has pretty much been the case for the APT token since the
end of January as its price has declined steadily since reaching
its all-time high of $18.58 on January 26.
APT Falls By 14% In One Week Price Overview
The Aptos token made a bright start to July, gaining more than
13% in a few days. However, the prominent altcoin has shed all its
recent gains, now trading below the months opening price of
$7.29.
After reaching a high of $8.24 on July 4, the Aptos token
experienced a significant decline, bringing its value to $7.15 two
days later.
Since then, it appears that the coins price has been moving
mostly sideways. But it is worth noting that APT fell below the $7
price level for the first time this month on July 8. The token
dropped below this level again on July 10 before climbing back to
$7.18 the following day.
As of this writing, APT is valued at $7.03, with a mere 0.3%
gain in the past 24 hours. According to CoinGecko data, the coin has a market
capitalization of over $1.48 billion, making it the 36th-biggest
cryptocurrency. The Aptos token has a 24-hour trading volume of
roughly $48.9 million, representing a 14.6% decline in the past
day.
Is The Downward Trend Over?
A look at the daily chart shows that the APT token faces
significant resistance at the $8 price zone. The tokens price has
failed to break through this level twice in the past three weeks,
falling back to $7 at each instance.
That said, the daily Relative Strength Index (RSI) indicates
that the selling pressure is high at the moment, having crossed
below the 50 mark. This means there may not be sufficient buying
pressure to push the tokens price above the $8 resistance.
Meanwhile, price action data reveals that APT has been stuck in
a downtrend channel since the high of $16.22 made on February 16,
2023. Over the past five months, Aptos has failed to record a
higher high, while writing three lower lows.
If Aptos continues in its descending trend channel, we might see
its price fall below $4. On the flip side, if it manages to break
out of the downtr...
This is an opinion editorial by Rune stgrd and Alexander
Ellefsen, financial writers based in Norway.
Although we dont have exact numbers on Bitcoin adoption
globally, we do know that the global average cryptocurrency
adoption rate was estimated to be at about
12% in 2022 and that bitcoin currently has about half of the total
market cap of the global cryptocurrency market. Turkey (27.1%)
and Argentina (23.5%) topped the 2022 adoption list, and the
countries with the most inflation seem to have the highest adoption
rates.
The oil-rich nation of Norway is at
8% cryptocurrency adoption, which is just two-thirds of the
global average. Considering that it has a rather tech-savvy
population, this is surprisingly low. The following factors might
provide some explanation:
Norwegian politicians demonstrate a negative attitude toward
cryptocurrencies, and as analyst
Jaran Mellerud at Luxor reports, the government wants to smoke
out miners.
EBA officials anticipate a surge in stablecoin issuance in the
coming months and have urged businesses to use its guiding
principles before restrictions are implemented.
This flaming beam of light
appeared in the skies over Tucson, Arizona, USA. The astonished
witness noticed this beam of light during the late hours of the
night and took the following video.
Some jokes backfire in spectacular fashion, dont they?
And this sounds like one of those times!
Did this woman act like an a**hole when she got a lump of coal
for Christmas?
Lets take a look at what she had to say
AITA for not wanting coal for Christmas?
This year I went to my fiancs house for Christmas. It was my
first time going, as we would typically go to my familys house
instead.
I got a (rather pricey) gift for my fianc Dan related to his
hobbies, I got nice gifts for Dans parents based off of things Id
talked about with them before, and I got a small pack of chocolates
for each of Dans other relatives (I didnt know them that well).
I wasnt expecting many gifts from Dans relatives because I didnt
know many of them that well, but I was certainly expecting more
than I got.
At first, I was excited when I saw that there was a big pile of
gifts for me. However, once I opened the first one it was just a
piece of coal. Everyone laughed, and I just kind of laughed along
thinking it was a gag gift and that the other gifts would be
different. But every single one turned out to be coal. All 18 of
them.
I started to get upset, so I cried and lashed out at Dan. But he
calmly explained apparently this is a longstanding tradition in his
family where they gift coal to newcomers who are celebrating
Christmas with them for the first time. He explained that its just
easier that way since all the relatives who might not know the
newcomer well dont have to stress...
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The Shiba Inu ecosystem token Bone ShibaSwap (BONE) has seen a
staggering 88% price increase within the last 28 days, since Jun
15. Last Saturday, the price rally stopped for the time being at
just under $1.50, which means that the Shiba Inu-based token has
already experienced an interim price increase of over 120%.
Since then, the BONE price has been in a consolidation. A look
at the 1-day chart of BONE shows that the price initially shot
above the 50% Fibonacci retracement level, but failed to defend the
gains on a daily basis and eventually fell below the resistance.
Thus, the $1.38 level is the key resistance.
The current correction has caused the overheated daily RSI to
reset from 81 to 61. Still, further consolidation might be needed
to ignite further upside potential. A target for bears could be the
100-day exponential moving average (EMA)and the 38.2% Fibonacci
level in the $1.00 to $1.01 range.
After a potentially necessary reset of technical indicators and
another breakout above $1.38, the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level
at $1.50 and the 78.6% Fibonacci retracement level at $1.80 would
then be the next targets before the all-time high of late February
2023 at $2.10 would be within reach.
Shiba Inu: Reasons For The BONE Price Rally
The main reason for the current rally in the price of Shibaswap
Bone (BONE) can be seen in the announcement by Shiba Inu chief
developer Shytoshi Kusama about the launch of Shibarium next month.
BONE will be the governance token of the upcoming highly
anticipated layer 2 network and will also serve as a gas token.
As NewsBTC reported, Kusama published a new blog post last week
stating that Shibarium will likely be unveiled at the Blockchain
Futurist Conference. The conference will be held on August 15 and
16 in Toronto, Canada.
BONE will then not only be the official governance token for
Shibarium, but will al...
HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd., previously known as HIVE
Blockchain, has announced that along with its renaming, the company
will be focusing on revenue opportunities with its Nvidia graphics
processing unit (GPU) cards in cloud compute technology.
HIVE plans to utilize a fleet of 38,000 Nvidia GPUs for
computational tasks, expanding its revenue channels while seeking
to drive advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
According to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine, the company
intends to enter the rental market for GPU server clusters and
launch its new service, HIVE Cloud. This cloud service will empower
users with access to a virtual instance of a single GPU, a
bare-metal server equipped with up to 10 GPUs, or even clusters of
multiple servers to provide an array of computing power, the press
release said.
Aydin Kilic, president and CEO of HIVE, highlighted the
importance of high-performance computing and GPU processing power
in today's AI-driven world. Kilic stated, "Training these tools,
from ChatGPT to Midjourney, require high-end GPU compute. As
businesses adapt to the new AI world, we believe they will seek
companies like HIVE to develop their own AI tools."
Executive Chairman Frank Holmes expressed optimism about the
potential of GPU computing with Nvidia GPU cards, stating, "We
believe the demand has a potential for a high-margin business with
annual revenues in the range over $100,000,000."
HIVE Digital Technologies stated that it remains dedicated to
driving innovation with sustainable, ethically-driven technological
solutions, and that its current bitcoin mining operations will
continue. The company owns data centers in Canada, Sweden and
Iceland.
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When we think of illustrations, using a pen, pencil, or even an
iPad often comes to mind. But have you ever considered using
colored ink? It's the medium of choice for illustrator Anna
Sokolova, who has written a book about the topic and teaches My Modern
Met Academy's online course about colored
inks.
While they can seem intimidating at first, once you get a handle
on how to work with them, colored inks open up incredible creative
possibilities. We asked Sokolova to share some of her dos and
don'ts for working with colored inks. Following her lead, you'll be
able to use these inks to breathe life into any illustration that
comes to mind.
Call me crazy, but I think calling someone a b**ch is not
cool.
At all.
And the woman who wrote this story on Reddits Am I the
A**hole? page wants to know if shes wrong for taking offense to
someone calling her that nasty word.
Was she out of line?
Read on to get all the details.
AITA for being uncomfortable with my boyfriends friend calling
me b***h?
For context, I am a 31F living with my boyfriend Mike who is 34.
Mike has a friend Victor who comes over a lot. Yesterday, Victor
came over to watch baseball with Mike.
Victor asked me to pass him a beer so I passed one over but I
dropped it. It didnt crack open or anything, but he said Nice one,
b**ch. I was honestly shocked and said excuse me? He started
laughing and Mike joined in. I was very uncomfortable and genuinely
didnt know what to say. I told Victor that I didnt appreciate him
calling me a b**ch.
He got super defensive and said he was saying it jokingly. I
said it doesnt matter how you were trying to say it, I am
uncomfortable. He got very huffy and said I was just being
sensitive and then he said and youre probably going to accuse me of
being a s**ist now arent you. Cant say anything these days.
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges has
experienced a surge in its stock price, despite a large sale of
shares by Cathie Woods Ark Investment Management LLC.
On July 11, Ark Investment Management sold approximately
135,152 Coinbase shares, worth around $12 million. This marked
Cathie Woods first sale of Coinbase shares since July 26, after
nearly 11 months of consistently buying up the stock.
Cathie Woods Ark Investment Management Sells Significant Stake
In Coinbase
Cathie Woods investment in Coinbase solidified Ark Investment
Management as one of the major stakeholders, ranking fourth in
terms of Coinbase shares held. However,
the recent sale by Ark Investment Management suggests a shift in
strategy as the firm decided to put a pause on its buying
spree.
Notably, Cathie Woods Coinbase stock buying frenzy came at
a time when the crypto market was in a period of uncertainty,
specifically during the regulatory scrutiny from the US Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC), the fallout from the FTX exchange,
and an increase in bankruptcy cases which cast a shadow over
investor sentiment.
Though there are no specific reasons why Cathie Wood has decided
to sell a large portion of its Coinbase shares, this move can be
attributed to being a reflection of a calculated response to the
current market conditions.
Over the past month, the US regulator has intensified its
scrutiny of the industry and this intensification has impacted even
larger players in the industry such as Binance and Coinbase. Both
exchanges saw the US SEC file a lawsuit against them over the
alleged offering of unregulated securities.
COIN Buck The Trend
Despite the large sale of Coinbases shares by Ark
Investment Management, the market reacted unexpectedly as the stock
price defied expectations and surged by nearly 10% in just one day.
Particularly, over the past 24 hours, Coinbase shares saw an
increase of 9.78%, reflecting a positive investor sentiment.
The stock has seen an increase from the $46 level which it
traded at early in June, to trading at a price of $91.54, at the
ti...
The bank plans to enable users to make phone payments by
integrating its digital yuan app with specialized super SIM cards
with near-field communication capabilities.
If you think
cannabis possesses a broad range of applications, olive oil is
going to blow your mind!
Humans have been hip to this miracle elixir since approximately
2500 BCE, when Mediterranean dwellers used it as lamp fuel and to
anoint royalty, warriors, and other VIPs. (Not for nothing does
messiah translate to the anointed one)
Its culinary applications entered the mix between the 5th and
4th centuries BCE.
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Had a date like this. Within the first 90 minutes they had taken
like three shots, and were on their third drink.
I understand wanting to calm your nerves, but d**n. The whole
You need to play catch up LOL isnt as cute as you think it is.
We did not go on any other dates.
2. You stink!
Take a shower before you go.
And take it easy with the perfume/cologne.
Your date shouldnt smell you before they see you.
3. Okay
My husband said that years before he met me, he went on a lunch
date with a girl. She wanted to go to Olive Garden, so he
obliged.
This girl had FOUR bowls of the endless soup or whatever they
call it, and then orders her entree to go because thats how you get
em!
There was no second date.
4. Totally clueless.
Both people should know that its a date.
My clueless story: I (a guy) knew another guy from work who
asked me out on a double date with two women he knew. I am not much
one for blind dates but it seemed like fun. The wom...
The Government Accountability Office highlighted blockchains
ability to streamline and improve annual reporting, facilitate safe
loans and monitor business development progress.
Among millions and millions imprisoned in the Holocaust, one man
in particular stands out and stood out even to his Nazi captors. At
the Mauthausen garage yard, a black point stood about amidst the
dust-colored multitude, writes novelist Joaquim Amat-Piniella. Its
a black boy from Barcelona, born in Spanish Africa. The officer who
had spotted him from the balcony ordered that he be brought up to
him. His robust and muscular body surprised the Nazis, as did his
cultivation: that he responded to their questions in German may
well have kept him from being sent immediately to the gas chamber.
His name was Carlos Jos Grey Molay, also known as Carlos Greykey,
and his remarkable life story is the subject of 5124.GREYKEY, Enric
Ribes short documentary film above.
Narrated by Greykeys daughter Muriel Grey Molay,
5124.GREYKEY uses retro techniques, recreated home movies
and personal/archival photography to visualise a daughters memories
of an enigmatic father. So writes
Rob Munday at Short of the Week, going on to describe the film
as consisting of painstakingly recreated home movies (reshot on
Super 8 and 16mm as Muriel couldnt retrieve them), photos (both
from Muriels archive and historic archives) and stop-motion
(created by S/W alums I+G Stop Motion).
As the highly anticipated US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for
June is set to be released today at 8:30 am EST, the Bitcoin (BTC)
market finds itself at a crucial crossroads. With inflation
concerns lingering and the Federal Reserves next moves under
scrutiny, market participants eagerly await the impact of the CPI
figures on BTCs price trajectory. The expectations are as
follows:
Headline y/y at 3.1% (last 4.0%)
Headline m/m at 0.3% (last 0.1%)
Core CPI y/y of 5.0% (last 5.3%)
Core CPI m/m of 0.3% (last 0.4%)
The Feds Battle Against Inflation
In recent months, inflationary pressures have been a cause for
concern, capturing the attention of investors and economists alike.
While headline inflation is cooling off fast and expected to fall
further to 3.1% (from 4.0% in May), it is the core CPI, which
excludes volatile food and energy prices, that has become
increasingly important.
In recent public appearances, members of the Federal Reserve
(Fed) have maintained a hawkish stance and expressed concerns about
a potential resurgence of inflation regarding the elevated core
inflation. The underlying concern stems from the fact that
inflation has primarily declined due to resolving supply chain
problems, while core inflation remains elevated.
The rise in wages could contribute to a cycle of increasing
sticky core inflation. Although core CPI was at 5.3% in May,
experts now anticipate a gradual decline to 5.0% in June. While
this is progress, it shows how sticky core inflation currently
remains. An unexpectedly sharp drop would therefore be extremely
bullish.
Any number below expectation could lead to a rally in the
Bitcoin and cryptocurrency markets, as Christopher Inks, renowned
trader and psychology coach, tweeted:
CPI will be released with a large expected drop from 4%
last time to 3.1% expected this time around for the headline
number. If core CPI comes in below 5%, that would be huge, and you
better hold onto your britches. Will used car sales send core down
much greater than expected?
A surprise in core inflation could have a significant impact on
the next rate hike decision by the Fed. The next FOMC meeting is on
July 26. At the moment, the CME FedWatch tool predicts with 92.4% a
25 bps rate hike which is holding back the markets. This
probability is likely to drop massively if the core CPI surprises
to the downside.
As usual, JP Morgan has drawn up a game plan for the S&P 500
in view of todays release of the Consumer Price Index. According to
the banking giant, a drop in the CPI to 3%-3.2% has the highest
probability at 45%. The S&P 500 could then gain between
0.5-0.75%.
The second-highest probability is given by JP Morgan to a drop
in the headline CPI to 2.8% to 2.9% (25%). In this case, the
S&P 500 could rise by 1.5-1.75%. Moreover, the banking
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I filled out an anonymous survey exactly one time at a previous
job and Ive vowed to never do it again.
Why?
Because it backfired spectacularly and all of the employees who
were encouraged to speak their minds were chewed out by management
after we were open and honest in our responses.
And it seems like the guy who posted this video on TikTok pretty
much feels the same way.
Despite deep concerns over freedom of speech and expression, the
Pakistani government, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has
declared July 7th as "Quran Sanctity Day" in response to a
controversial incident in Sweden where an Iraqi refugee reportedly
desecrated the Quran. This act, which occurred in Stockholm, has
been characterized by some as an exercise of free expression, while
others perceive it as a deeply offensive act of sacrilege.
Nationwide rallies were held on this day to protest against the
event, calling upon all citizens and political entities to exhibit
unity against such disrespectful actions. Simultaneously, the
Pakistani Parliament voiced its dismay and aims to pass a
resolution denouncing the Quran burning. Internationally, the
Pakistani Ambassador in Geneva, in coordination with the
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), successfully initiated
an urgent discussion at the UN Human Rights Council about the
alarming rise in religious hatred, as exemplified by the Quran
desecration. The OIC emphasizes freedom of speech but seeks
preventative action against such disrespectful acts and the
creation of legal deterrents. While these reactions reflect the
profound significance of the Quran in the Islamic faith, they also
underscore an ongoing global tension between the rights to freedom
of expression and the respect for religious sensitivities.
Nun Sexting Scandal: Accused Priest Refuses to
Cooperate
An unfolding scandal involves American priest, Father Phillip
Johnson, and Reverend Mother Superior Teresa Agnes Gerlach, due to
allegations of an illicit 'sexting' relationship. While Johnson,
suspended and not cooperating with church investigations, remains
tight-lipped about the situation, Gerlach has openly acknowledged
their relationship. However, she insists that she up...
At one point he notices that on the
left side one of the spheres is approaching his field of view and
the last thing he caught on video was a sort of corridor inside the
sphere.
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Im all for a funny prank every once in a while, but when it goes
too far or it happens ALL THE TIME, its pretty annoying.
And the woman who wrote this story on Reddits Am I the
A**hole? page wants to know if she was out of line for not showing
up to the birthday party that her husband planned for her.
But it sounds like she had a good reason to not attend
Take a look at her story and see what you think.
AITA for not showing up to the birthday party that my husband
planned for me?
So, my husband is a jokester and a prankster. He has a habit of
pulling pranks especially on my birthdays!
He judges my reactions as overreactions and says I should loosen
up and be extra happy because he thinks hes making my birthdays
extra funny. But it actually upset me and put me in a position
where I get laughed at and recorded by his family.
He planned for my 26th birthday this past week, which was held
at a restaurant. I told him I wouldnt go if he was going to pull
one of those pranks hes famous for because its a public place and I
did not want to be publicly humiliated.
He swore on his mom, on the bible, promised me and brought two
witnesses. Wrote an agreement stating hed pay $ money if he pulled
a prank. I believed him and said that Id go. I had to cancel with
my parents who wanted to celebrate at their...
Well, this sure sounds like a conundrum, doesnt it?
This guy seemed to be on the fence about going to his wifes
birthday party or his best friends wedding.
Whats a man supposed to do?!?!
Check out his story below and see if you think he made the wrong choice.
AITA for going to my best friends wedding instead of my wifes
birthday party?
My wife is turning 30 and has planned a big birthday party with
her friends and family, unfortunately my best friend has also got
his wedding on the same evening.
I have picked my best friends wedding as we are very close and I
do not get along with my wifes family.
My wife is now furious with me and demanding that I do not go to
the wedding, but I cant go back on the commitment I made to my best
friend.
So, am I the a**hole for going to the wedding anyway?
Now lets see what Reddit users said about this.
One person said made a good point about the timeline here.
BY: SAMUEL MANGOLD-LENETT, Angel Studios recent film Sound of
Freedom, which adapts the true story of a government
agent-turned-vigilante who works within legal means to fight an
international child sex trafficking ring, is receiving great
commercial success and critical acclaim. Briefly outperforming the
latest pile of Disney slop, Sound of Freedom is a well-produced and
well-acted film that effectively blends action and suspense while
pushing one of the modern worlds most significant yet
under-discussed issues to the forefront of public discourse. This
issue, of course, being the multibillion-dollar, global human
trafficking industry.
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The point of the movie, as expressed by its star Jim Caviezel in a
heartfelt mid-credits call to action, is to wake people up to the
horrors of the all-too-real and
overlooked exploitation of children in the contemporary sex trade.
This seems like a pretty harmless task, no? If anything, one would
think that a widely popular cultural phenomenon attempting to
encourage people to stand against the ongoingexploitation of...
Walt Disney World crowd sizes over the
July 4th long weekend were shockingly thin, according to tracking
data provider Touring Plans, which predicted that the
low-attendance trend seems poised to continue amid ongoing
conservative backlash to what some describe as a woke agenda.
Disney has been embroiled in a legal and political fight with
Florida governor Ron DeSantis which was triggered by the companys
opposition to a bill that bans discussing sexual orientation or
gender identity in kindergarten through third grade. The company
has also faced streaming losses and its stock was recently
downgraded in part due to fears of lower attendance at its Disney
World and Disneyland theme parks
People visit the Magic Kingdom
Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., on
April 18, 2022. (Ted Shaffrey/AP Photo)
While Disney executives have said they expect weaker performance
from their U.S. theme parks this year, the recent attendance
numbers suggest reality could be even worse than pessimistic
predictions. This is not normal. These are not pea...
In a groundbreaking development that once again showcases his
visionary mindset, Elon Musk, the renowned entrepreneur and CEO of
Tesla and SpaceX, recently took the stage to introduce a humanoid
robot prototype. The unveiling of this innovative creation brings
the promise of accessible robotics to the masses, as Musk announced
that the robot would be priced at less than $20,000. This ambitious
endeavor aims to revolutionize various industries, bringing
automated assistance and increased efficiency to countless
workplaces. Lets dive into the details of this remarkable
venture.
Dubbed TeslaBot, the humanoid robot is an impressive creation
designed to navigate and interact with the world just like a human
being. Standing at approximately five feet and eight inches tall,
TeslaBot boasts an array of advanced features that allow it to
perform a wide range of tasks with dexterity and precision. The
design is sleek and minimalist, following the distinctive aesthetic
that has become synonymous with Teslas products.
TeslaBot is equipped with advanced sensors, cameras, and a
sophisticated neural network that enables it to perceive and
understand its surroundings. Its lightweight yet robust
exoskeleton, made of advanced composite materials, ensures
durability while allowing for smooth and agile movement. The robot
is also designed with a user-friendly interface, making it easy for
individuals with minimal technical expertise to operate and
program.
The TeslaBot is programmed to perform various tasks, such as
household chores, repetitive industrial work, and even basic
caregiving responsibilities. With a payload capacity of up to 45
pounds, it can lift heavy objects, making it a valuable asset in
warehouse and manufacturing environments. The robots agility and
flexibility allow it to maneuver through tight spaces and navigate
complex environments with ease.
Elon Musk emphasized the importance of safety during the
demonstration, highlighting the incorporation of advanced
artificial intelligence algorithms to prevent accidents and ensure
human well-being. The TeslaBot is equipped with state-of-the-art
sensors that allow it to detect and react to its surroundings,
minimizing the risk of collisions and unintended contact with
humans.
Furthermore, Musk has pledged to open-source the code and
blueprints for TeslaBot, fostering a community-driven approach to
its development and inviting collaboration from researchers,
engineers, and roboticists worldwide. This open approach aims to
address ethical concerns and establish transparency in the
evolution of humanoid robotics.
The introduction of an affordable humanoid robot with Teslas
stamp of innovation has significant implications across numerous
industries. As the cost barrier lowers, small businesses,
educational institutions, and individuals alike can access and
leverage the power of robotics in their respective fields.
Before you part with your cash, you probably want to know which
are the best prenatal vitamins in 2019. This is one of the first
decisions you will make about your prenatal health, so its
understandable that you want to get it right. You want to give your
baby the best start possible, and taking care of your health during
pregnancy is the best way to go about that. Were here to help
answer the question of what are the best prenatal vitamins in 2019
to take?
There are lots of different bottles and packets on the chemist
shelves, all claiming to be the right one for you and your baby.
How do you know which prenatal vitamin is best? Do they all do
pretty much the same thing or are there variations between brands?
Perhaps most importantly, which ones will your sensitive tummy be
able to cope with now that youre battling pregnancy nausea?
Do I need prenatal vitamins?
Yes, you need to take prenatal vitamins for pregnancy to ensure
you are getting all of the nutrients you and your baby need. While
you may be able to get lots of vitamins and minerals by eating a
healthy, balanced diet, its always wise to take a prenatal vitamin
to be on the safe side. Even a healthy diet can lack nutrients.
Taking the best prenatal vitamins means you can rest assured that
youre getting everything you need, even when pregnancy nausea is
restricting your diet.
How are prenatal vitamins different from other vitamins?
Prenatal vitamins differ from other vitamins because they are
specifically designed to meet the needs of a pregnant woman. Your
body is growing a human being from scratch and it needs a specific
set of nutrients for that. Prenatal vitamins contain high amounts
of folic acid which help to prevent neural tube defects. Many
top-rated prenatal vitamins also contain iron which you need higher
amounts of during pregnancy.
7 Best Prenatal Vitamins in 2019
What are the best prenatal vitamins? Here are the best prenatal
vitamins in 2019 on the market today. Read on to find out which
pregnancy vitamins made it onto the list and what we love about
them:
Prenatal Vitamins in 2019 #1: Rainbow Light Prenatal Petite
Mini-Tab Multivitamin
The Rainbow Light Prenatal Petite Mini-Tab Multivitamin is a
compact vitamin so its ideal for people who struggle to swallow big
prenatal pills. These are small prenatal vitamins so theyre easy to
swallow. They are food-based multivitamin filled with vitamins,
minerals, food and herbs. These pregnancy vitamins are suitable for
vegetarians.
A daily serving of these small prenatal vitamins contains 600
mcg of folic acid to promote babys brain and spinal development, as
well as a whole host of other vitamins and minerals. Rainbow Light
Prenatal Petite Mini-Tab Multivitamins also contain probiotics to
enhance digestion during pregnancy.
Rather than taking one big pill, you will need to take three
tabs a day. While you could take these all at once, many...
Editor's Note: Interesting that Disney passed on releasing this
film, but made another Pedo Jones film...
Why was Indiana Jones depicted as a pedophile and Raiders
of the Lost Ark? Does that bring the movie down in a modern lens?
"I was a child. I was in love." "You knew what you were doing." Was
there a political debate over the age of consent back then that
made its way into the film at the time? There seems to be no
defense that can be made for this and it bothers me that one of my
favorite films has an attitude of complacency toward grooming
minors. This is a level of complexity I don't welcome when it comes
to writing characters. This scene is never really resolved. Indy
never admits it was wrong. I don't like the idea that pedos can be
heroes if they have an unrepentant attitude. What does it say about
Steven Spielberg, George Lucas or whoever it was that wrote the
movie? Karen Allen said she doesn't see Indy as a pedophile in an
interview. Oh, well I guess that resolves it. Thank you for that
input, Karen. Nobody is a pedo if you think they aren't. The
numbers don't matter in the face of personal opinion, I
guess.
<h3>Traversing the landscape of life on the wings of
trust.</h3> <hr> <p><a
href="https://bookshop.org/a/5908/9781592703937" target=
"_blank"><img alt= "Bunny & Tree: A Tender Wordless
Parable of Friendship and the Improbable Saviors That Make Life
Livable" class="cover alignright size-medium" height="411" src=
"https://i0.wp.com/www.themarginalian.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/bunnyandtree_cover.jpg?fit=320%2C411&ssl=1"
width="320"></a></p> <p>We spend our lives
yearning to be saved from harm and heartache, from ourselves, from
the inevitability of our oblivion. Religions have taught that a god
saves us. Kierkegaard thought that <a href=
"https://www.themarginalian.org/2022/09/23/kierkegaard-diary/">we
save ourselves</a>. Baldwin believed that <a href=
"https://www.themarginalian.org/2020/04/23/james-baldwin-nothing-personal-4-am/">
we save each other</a>, if we are lucky. Ultimately, we dont
know, or only think we know, what saves us. But when it happens, we
hold on to our saviors with the full force of gratitude and grace.
In every true friendship, each is the others savior, over and
over.</p> <p>That is what Hungarian artist
<strong>Balint Zsako</strong> explores with great
subtlety and sweetness in <a href=
"https://bookshop.org/a/5908/9781592703937" rel="noopener" target=
"_blank"><strong><em>Bunny & Tree a strange and
wondrous wordless picture-book about a bunny saved from the
archetypal hungry wolf by an unlikely savior a sentient tree and
the unlikely friendship that blooms between them.</p>
<p><a href="https://bookshop.org/a/5908/9781592703937"
rel= "noopener" target="_blank">...</a></p>
A Lancet review of 325 autopsies after Covid vaccination
found that 74% of the deaths were caused by the vaccine but the
study was removed within 24 hours. The paper, a pre-print that was
awaiting peer-review, is written by leading cardiologist Dr. Peter
McCullough, Yale epidemiologist Dr. Harvey Risch and their
colleagues at the Wellness Company and was
published online on Wednesday on the pre-print site of the
prestigious medical journal. However, less than 24 hours later, the
study was removed and a note appeared stating: This preprint has
been removed by Preprints with the Lancet because the
studys conclusions are not supported by the study methodology.
While the study had not undergone any part of the peer-review
process, the note implies it fell foul of screening criteria. The
original study abstract can be found in the Internet Archive. It
reads (with my emphasis added):
Background: The rapid
development and widespread deployment of COVID-19 vaccines,
combined with a high number of adverse event reports, have led to
concerns over possible mechanisms of injury including systemic
lipid nanoparticle (LNP) and mRNA distribution, spike
protein-associated tissue damage, thrombogenicity, immune system
dysfunction and carcinogenicity. The aim of this systematic review
is to investigate possible causal links between COVID-19 vaccine
administration and death using autopsies and post-mortem analysis.
Methods: We searched for all published autopsy and necropsy reports
relating to COVID-19 vaccination up until May 18th, 2023. We
initially identified 678 studies and, after screeni...
The Cancer New Moon arrives on the highly auspicious day of July
17, 2023. On this day, the
Lunar Nodes also shift signs for the first time in almost two
years, signifying both the start and end of a karmic cycle.
With karmic energy strong under this New Moon, we may find
ourselves pushed and pulled in new directions. New opportunities
may present themselves, or we may discover inner shifts and changes
that begin guiding us in a new way.
You can read more about the
July 2023 Cancer New Moon here, but if you want to work deeper
with the energies, here is a ritual to guide you. This ritual is
designed to bring nourishment to your mind, body, and soul, while
also strengthening and repairing your connection with the Divine
Mother within. I hope you enjoy it!
1.) Start with your Cosmic Healing
Meditation. This meditation is designed to bring subtle
healing frequencies to the body using certain hand positions. It is
easy and relaxing to follow along with, and will help to prep you
for the rest of this ritual.
2.) After your meditation, get your paper and colored
pencils/markers and think of someone close to you that you love
deeply- they do not have to be living. If you really want to dive
deep into some healing work, pick your mother (even if you have a
strained relationship), as under the Cancer New Moon, working with
your mother or the mother wound will help to mend your connection
with feminine energy, help attract higher love, facilitate heart
healing, and restore your connection with self-nourishment.
3.) Close your eyes and bring your mother or the person you have
chosen into your awareness. Meditate for a moment, imagining you
are sending deep love, comfort, forgiveness, and strength to this
person. Do this for 10-15 minutes.
4.) Then open your eyes, and begin drawing a symbol that
represents the bond and connection you have with this person. If
you are working with a strained relationship, draw the sym...
Artificial intelligence has proven effective at identifying
security vulnerabilities, but early tests indicate it wont be able
to replace humans for a while.
Custodia, an innovative
bitcoin and cryptocurrency bank seeking to establish a charter in
Wyoming, took a bold step by filing a
groundbreaking lawsuit against the Federal Reserve on June 7,
2022. The legal action stemmed from the Fed's inexplicable delay in
approving Custodia's application for a "Master Account," a process
that typically takes 5-7 days but had been pending for over two
years. This extended delay, eventually turning into a
denial on January 27, 2023, raised concerns about potential
biases favoring incumbent banks over disruptive newcomers like
Custodia. The outcome of this lawsuit could have profound
implications for the future of banking regulations and reshape the
entire industry.
Custodia's disruptive approach aims to revolutionize the banking
model by positioning itself as the least risky bank in the U.S.,
which would make it highly attractive to investors. It does this
through its charter as a SPDI bank, or special purpose depository
institution. These SPDI banks are fully-reserved banks that receive
deposits and conduct other activity incidental to the business of
banking, including custody, asset servicing, fiduciary asset
management and related activities, according to the
official website. In other words, their business model is to
make money from banking services and take far less risk than any
other bank in the world. The key aspect of Custodia's strategy
involves completely eliminating the controversial practice of
fractional reserve lending, a move that no other bank in the United
States has undertaken. If Americans had any idea what kind of risk
they take by depositing money into a fractional reserve bank, they
would likely revolt.
SPDI banks commitment to eliminating fractional reserve lending
would likely strike a chord with institutions seeking to mitigate
risks and hedge their investments. Additionally, a bank like
Custodia could leverage Wyoming's pioneering regulatory framework
for digital assets, providing customers with a system that ensures
safety and security without resorting to rehypothecation or
over-leveraging. This distinctive offering sets banks like Custodia
apart from traditional banks and positions it as a trusted partner
for institutional investors.
The lawsuit filed by Custodia against the Federal Reserve marks
a historic milestone. As the case proceeds to the discovery phase,
previously undisclosed internal emails and documents within the Fed
are expected to come to light. This transparency could unveil any
potential advantages afforded to incumbent banks and shed light on
the fairness of...
On July 6, after months of advocacy efforts by arts
organizations, community cultural groups, and city council members,
New York City announced a fiscal year 2024 budget of $241 million
for the Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA).
The adopted budget, which the agency says is a record high,
comes on the heels of an open letter addressed
to Cultural Affairs Commissioner Laurie Cumbo, Mayor Eric Adams,
and other New York City representatives. A collaborative effort
between the local arts advocacy groups Latinx Arts Consortium of
New York (LxNY), Dance/NYC, and the Alliance of Resident
Theatres/New York (ART/NY), the letter took aim at perceived
cultural funding inequities in the previously proposed executive
budget and garnered 600 signatures from museum professionals,
filmmakers, gallerists, performers, and others working across New
Yorks arts and culture sector.
Our correspondent Sean McShee updates us on the continuing
archeological research which is providing new insights into the
burial of a powerful Gaulish woman known as the Lady of Vix.
The Northern Lights are one of the most fascinating sky
phenomena out there. Although they are more common in places closer
to the North Pole, strong geomagnetic storms can make them more
visible at lower latitudes than usual. One such storm is taking
place later this week, and with it, the skies of some states may
light up at night this Wednesday and Thursday.
A forecast made by the University of Alaska Fairbanks a few days
ago stated that the aurora may be visible from many U.S. cities in
the Lower 48 states. However, this report has since been updated,
and it turns out that many urban areas in the mid-continental U.S.
have been removed from the list. Still, there is some hope for
those in northern states, as well as Canada.
According to the latest report, the Northern Lights may be
visible in Alaska and a handful Canadian provinces and territories,
such as Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec, and the Northwest Territories.
As for places in the continental U.S., cities closer to the
northern border may have the best shot, such as Minneapolis, MN;
Great Falls, MT; Bismarck, ND; Madison, WI; Lansing, MI; and
Portland, ME.
The prime time for viewing the Northern Lights is within an hour
or two of midnight (between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time),
according to National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA). Finding a dark place, away from the city
lights and any light pollution is also key to enjoying the aurora
at its best. Don't forget to check the weather forecast, too, as an
overcast sky may block your view.
Auroras are a spectacular sign that our planet is electrically
connected to the Sun, states NASA. These light shows are
pro...
Agenda 21 calls for dedicated armies to enforce Agenda21 protocols,
calls for rewilding large geographic areas of the North American
continent up to 50% and prohibiting human access to these areas,
Agenda 21 considers irrigation, hydro electric damns and paved
roads unsupportable, while forcing the public into UN contractor
built stack'em and pack'em housing with no warranties near railroad
lines, making ownership of real estate and automobiles obsolete.
How would these draconian measures not be considered biased and
tyrannical?
ChatGPT
It's important to clarify some misconceptions about Agenda 21.
First of all, Agenda 21 is a non-binding voluntary action plan
developed by the United Nations (UN) in 1992 at th...
Why were test soundings of the Antarctic
ocean during Roald Amundon's exploration to the south pole the same
as recent Antarctic ocean tests and sounding?
Roald Amundsen, the Norwegian explorer, led the first successful
expedition to reach the South Pole in 1911. During his exploration,
Amundsen did not specifically focus on conducting oceanographic
tests or soundings in the Antarctic Ocean (also known as the
Southern Ocean). His primary objective was to reach the geographic
South Pole overland.
It's important to note that scientific exploration and
understanding of the Antarctic Ocean have significantly advanced
since Amundsen's time. Modern research vessels and technology allow
for more comprehensive and accurate measurements and
observations.
The similarity between the ocean tests and soundings conducted
during Amundsen's time and recent ones is purely coincidental. The
data collected by Amundsen would have been limited in scope and may
not have been as extensive or detailed as contemporary
measurements. Furthermore, the techniques and equipment used in
oceanographic research have improved significantly over the years,
providing researchers with more accurate and precise data.
In summary, while both historical and recent tests and soundings
contribute to our understanding of the Antarctic Ocean, the
methods, equipment, and comprehensiveness of the data collected
differ significantly, making it unlikely for them to yield
identical results.
What if there is a political agenda to the Climate change
narrative such as Agenda 21
Agenda 21 is a non-binding action plan adopted by the United
Nations (UN) at the Earth Summit in 1992. It outlines a
comprehensive blueprint for sustainable development in the 21st
century, covering various aspects of environmental conservation,
social equity, and economic development. It does mention climate
change as a significant issue that requires global attention and
action.
While some individuals and groups may perceive a political
agenda behind the climate change narrative, it is important to
distinguish between the scientific consensus on climate change and
any potential political motivations. The overwhelming majority of
climate scientists agree that human activities, particularly the
burning of fossil fuels, are the primary drivers of global warming
and climate change.
The scientific consensus on climate change is based on extensive
research, data analysis, and peer-reviewed studies conducted by
experts from around the world. It is not influenced by a single
political agenda but rather represents the collective understanding
of the scientific community.
San Francisco resident and gallerist Collier Gwin, 71, will be
required to perform 35 hours of community service to wipe his
record clean after spraying an unhoused
woman with a garden hose on the sidewalk outside of his gallery
in January. A video of Gwin hosing down the distressed woman and
screaming at her to move as she cried out for help quickly
circulated on social media, prompting criticism from activists
across the Bay Area and throughout the nation. Gwin and the woman,
known as Q,...
Decades ago, blue whales were on the brink of extinction. The
largest animals to
have ever lived on Earth (including dinosaurs), the species has
been a huge target for whalers hunting their valuable blubber,
especially during the early 1900s following the invention of
mechanized harpoons and fast-traveling factory ships. In the 193031
season alone, 30,000 blue whales perished, according to the
International Whaling Commission (IWC).
In response to this mass slaughter, the IWC banned the hunting
of blue whales in 1966. Under increased protection, the species
that nearly disappeared has been steadily recovering over the past
few decades. Blue Whales: Return of the
Giants (2023) is a new do...
Although the incident was humiliating it was also eye-opening.
Until it happened to me, neither my friend nor I had realized how
common this trend had become . It isnt just about what happened to
me increasingly Muslims are a part of a cycle of discrimination
that targets them due to their appearance.
These incidents are the jumping-off point for Los Angeles artist
Tanzila Ahmed, who began painting a series of works titled
Aunties with Deadly
Stare in the midst of COVID lockdowns. The one-week show,
on view at LA ArtCore through July 15, includes dozens of
paintin...
More than 2,000 years ago in Hellenistic Greece, the astrolabe was invented as a kind of analog calculator
to decode a range of astronomical observations, survey an area, or
reckon latitude and time. Often made from metal, the tool was
modified and further developed in the Islamic world, then later in
Western Europe, throughout the next several centuries. By the
medieval period, it had been adopted by astrologers and some
physiciansthe latter for whom religious belief and medicine were
closely intertwinedto determine the course of the planets and their
influences. And in the 16th century, the device found its way to
scholar Leonhard Thurneisser (a.k.a. Thurneysser, circa
1530-96).
Thurneisser was fascinated by the workings of the universe, and
his wide-ranging knowledge landed him a position as an intellectual
and miracle doctor at a noble court in Brandenburg, Germany.
Denounced as a serious scientist by some of his peers due to his
interest in alchemy and astrology, he nevertheless published his
findings in a phenomenal tome known as the Archidoxa in
1569, containing a collection of astrological predictions and
ideas. Six years later, he released an addition to the volume
called the Astrolabium, which used
volvelles, or wheel charts, to provide individual horoscopes.
Richly illustrated with hand-colored plates engraved by an
artist named Pete...
From spray-painted graffiti and colorful murals, there is
absolutely no shortage of artwork on the streets of New York. Even
lampposts and street signs are decorated with an abundance of
curious stickers and odd posters. With so much to look at, it can
be difficult to catch the attention of daily commuters and
head-bent errand runners.
For Max Kolomatsky, a Brooklyn-based filmmaker and graphic
designer, the overwhelming amount of street art was a perfect
opportunity to help amplify some voices in need of a boost. After
wandering around his neighborhood, he took to reading the various
flyers and posters tacked onto posts or storefront windows and
realized that some of them could probably get more attention, with
just a few design tweaks.
Now known on Tiktok as @cool_lookin_bug, the
artist has amassed over 3 million views for redesigning street
posters he sees every day in a form of artistic community service.
Whether its an ad for a local appliance store, a flyer promoting a
local ...
Hello, and thank you for I would like to discuss the notion
that we don't necessarily need faith in God, as evidence for a
spiritual realm can be found all around us. Let's into some points
that support this perspective.
The Fine Tuning of Evolution, and Nature:
The intricacies and precision of the universe, including the
laws of physics and the delicate balance required for life to
exist, suggest the presence of a designer. Science has also
revealed the remarkable process of evolution, which presents life
over billions of years. Nature, with its awe-inspiring complexity
and the intricate interplay of its ecosystems, provides evidence of
a higher power.
Confirmed Miracles:
Throughout history, numerous accounts of miracles have been
reported. These miracles often transcend the natural order of
things, offering signs of divine. While not all miracles can be
unequivocally proven, many are supported by testimonies other forms
of empirical evidence.
Apparitions of Loved Ones:
Many individuals have seen ghostly apparitions or experienced
a deep sense of connection with departed loved ones in some other
way. These experiences are deeply personal and subjective, they
offer individuals solace that there is more to existence than what
meets the eye. These encounters provide glimpses into the spiritual
realm and the life beyond the physical plane.
Prayers Answered:
Countless people throughout history have attested to having
their prayers answered in many...
Years ago I built a modern chicken coop and it has been great.
So much so, that we loaded it on a trailer and moved it out to our
new house that we built. After weeks of allowing the chickens to
roam about and crap all over we decided we had enough of that and
fenced in a run for them with some cheap landscape fence and
T-posts.
Fast forward a few years and that cheap fence now looks like
crap. Not to mention that we never had anyway of getting into the
run besides hopping the fence. That being said, it was finally tome
to give our trashy little fence a makeover. We decided to build a
welded wire garden fence that would keep the chickens in, our dog
out, and look good around the house. The posts are 4x4s and with
the Simpson Strong-Tie EZ Spikes, the post setting went fast,
making the entire project quick and easy. Read on to see exact how
we did it.
Phoenix, a Lightning
wallet developed by Acinq, has undergone significant improvements
with the introduction of splicing technology, resulting in a more
efficient and user-friendly experience. Unlike previous versions,
which created multiple channels and incurred unpredictable fees,
the new Phoenix manages a single dynamic channel, eliminating the
need for scattered liquidity and splitting issues.
With splicing, users can now resize channels, adding or removing
funds without adding future risk. The previous 1% fee on inbound
liquidity has been replaced by the mining fee for the underlying
on-chain transaction. The announcement emphasized the significance
of splicing, stating, "We believe that the efficiency gains brought
by splicing are so phenomenal that all wallets will eventually
implement it."
regarding unexpected channel creation fees. Users are now notified
in advance when an incoming Lightning payment will incur a channel
management fee, allowing for fine control over fee management.
Additionally, the fee for sending Lightning payments is now fixed
at 0.4%, ensuring transparency and aligning incentives between
users and the wallet provider, to find the best (reliable,
affordable) route within the fee budget.
One notable feature of the new Phoenix is trustless swaps.
Instead of relying on swap services, which often lack flexibility,
Phoenix enables users to make on-chain transactions directly from
their channel. Users have the freedom to set their own feerate and
even adjust the fee later for faster confirmation.
While splicing offers remarkable benefits, it should be noted
that external swap services still hold advantages in certain
transactions. These services cut the link between off-chain and
on-chain, maintaining the channel size and adding inbound
liquidity.
The new Phoenix wallet marks a significant milestone in the
development of self-custodial wallets. Its enhanced features, such
as splicing, improved predictability and trustless swaps, showcase
the continuous innovation in the Lightning Network ecosystem. The
announcement noted that users can look forward to advancements like
blinded paths for better privacy, BOLT 12/Offers for static
Lightning invoices and Taproot for cheaper channel management and
enhanced on-chain privacy.
Android users, with an ETA for iOS release expected in the coming
weeks. Interested users can apply for the beta by emailing
phoenix@acinq.co.
since were talking about famous quotes heres one from sartre
Never believe that anti-Semites are completely unaware of the
absurdity of their replies. They know that their remarks are
frivolous, open to challenge. But they are amusing themselves, for
it is their adversary who is obliged to use words responsibly,
since he believes in words. The anti-Semites have the right to
play. They even like to play with discourse for, by giving
ridiculous reasons, they discredit the seriousness of their
interlocutors. They delight in acting in bad faith, since they seek
not to persuade by sound argument but to intimidate and disconcert.
If you press them too closely, they will abruptly fall silent,
loftily indicating by some phrase that the time for argument is
past.
The Africa Institute has announced the cancellation of a
sprawling David Adjayedesigned campus that was to have occupied
downtown Sharjah. The news comes in the wake of allegations, first
published in
What makes you scream? It can be fear, it can be excitement.
Others can scream from a mere need of catharsis. Ultimately, it's a
universal activity charged with emotion. As part of their Keep
it 100 series, Cut recently asked 100 people to scream at the
top of their lungs on camera. The result is a funny and insightful
video that reveals a lot about the human
condition.
The subjects react to the request of screaming in a wide variety
of ways. A couple of people stretch. One man has a very physical
response for just a tiny scream to come out of his mouth. A few
people cut off their scream quickly, and burst into laughter from
nervousness. One guy jumps and does a split in the air, followed by
another who screams at the wall behind him. Coincidentally, a few
women reveal that they are recovering from an illness, so the
scream is not coming out despite their best efforts.
After screaming, some exclaim, That felt good! Others describe
it as relieving and like having a weigh taken off their chest. Many
of the women let out screeches that could land them the role of a
final girl in a horror movie. After letting out a roar, a woman
says, I do that in the car sometimes, a sentiment shared by many
others in the video. When asked what they were thinking about, a
lot bring up the stress of work and family problems.
Though there are many that participate in eccentric fashion,
some people are more coy and quiet, and feel embarrassed at being
pushed into letting out something louder than an aahhh! A few feel
uncomfortable screaming around people because they don't want to
annoy others, despite clearly being asked to do it. One woman
simply doesn't feel comfortable with the idea of screaming. I'd
rather cry, she declares.
As viewers, one unexpectedly feels the relaxing eleme...
Geometries of Afro Asia: Art Beyond Solidarity, by Joan Kee.
University of California, 2023. 320 pages. ON A 2011 VISIT TO
ZAMBRIA, Hillary Clinton warned of a new colonialism in the
African
Unchained, a Bitcoin
custodial services company, has announced the launch of its private
client service with collaborative custody. According to a press
release sent to Bitcoin Magazine, the new platform called Unchained
Signature is a membership-based service that helps high-net-worth
individuals, institutions and corporations invest in and manage
their bitcoin.
The company compares the experience to that of premium banking
services, but with the added twist of multi-signature custodial
models that Unchained is known for. The fact that clients hold
their own bitcoin keys, even when they get a loan with their
bitcoin used as collateral, is an assurance that Unchained is not
able to singularly move or rehypothecate client funds, as many
now-defunct crypto firms did prior to their collapse, the press
release stated.
Dedicated account management features described include private
trade execution, multi-million dollar loans and retirement and
estate planning plus technical support, even to the extent that
advisors will travel in-person for assistance during emergencies.
In addition, Signature clients will receive early access to
Unchaineds latest products as well as exclusive access to
networking events.
As the best performing asset of the last decade, bitcoin
continues to draw in new high-net-worth individuals and
institutions, many of whom have previously shied away from crypto
due to technical barriers and third-party risks, said Joe Kelly,
co-founder and CEO of Unchained, as he described the companys
opportunity. Unchained Signature exists to help these investors
buy, secure, and grow their bitcoin with as much technical and
logistical assistance as they need all without compromising
security.
When we pull on a pair of denim jeans, hop in our cars, or fill
up a bucket, our first thought probably isnt, Where did this come
from? We pluck clothing items from racks or supplies off of
hardware store shelves, but how in the world were they made?
Japan-based project Process X (previously) goes
behind the scenes of major manufacturing companies and specialty
production studios to discover how simple materials are transformed
into ubiquitous objects we rely on all of the time, from pencils to
billiard cues to galvanized pails to manhole
covers. The team also introduces practices with deep roots in
Japanese culture, like the meticulous process of carving Noh
masks.
See a few of our favorite videos here, and learn how numerous
other things are madeor scrappedon Process Xs YouTube channel.
Buffaloborn, New Yorkbased artist Asad Raza has been appointed
curator of the 2025 iteration of Clevelands Front International
Triennial, Artnews reports. Raza, whose collaborative practice
resists
Over the course of the past year, M&Ms have been plastered
all over the news, social media, and even Super Bowl commercials.
In January 2022, Mars Wrigley gave the brown M&M shorter heels
and replaced the green M&Ms boots with sneakers in a push
toward more inclusive marketing.
What resulted was outrage. Tucker Carlson became the face of the
backlash, stating, M&Ms will not be satisfied until every
last cartoon character is deeply unappealing and totally
androgynous. Carlson was not the only one speaking out. In a
Rolling Stone article titled, Let the Green M&M Be
a Nasty Little Slut, senior writer EJ Dickson argues, The green
M&M has spent decades building her brand as a horny, sexy
bitch, and for what? For her creators to give her Larry David
footwear in the name of feminism?
By September, the purple M&M had made her debut. Carlson
soon reignited the war, leading to Mars temporary suspension of
their spokescandies. On FOX News, he remarked, The green M&M
got her boots back, but apparently is now a lesbian maybe? And now
theres a plus-sized, obese purple M&M. While all of these
comments are nonsensical, they point to the pressure placed on
women to conform to gender norms and accommodate mens sexual
desires.
Sexualization of Women in the Media
M&Ms were not the first nor the only gendered commercial
food product. In the 1940s, the Chiquita Banana, the worlds first
branded fruit, made her debut. The original Miss Chiquita Banana
was racialized and
sexualized in order to appeal to the American market. Her
femininity, specifically, was oversexualized through her
flirtatious winking and eye-rolling as well as her frilly dresses
and lipstick.
Shaper reached out to us to test out their new shaper trace
tool. The idea behind this tool is to be able to capture vector
drawings quickly, easily, and with dimensional accuracy. This task
is something that is often a difficult thing to achieve when it
comes to working with lasers or cnc machines. You []
I needed a simple but stylish console table for an Airbnb -
since it's for short term rentals, I didn't need storage. I
didn't want to spend alot of time or money on a project. I
was able to build this console table for about $25 in lumber.
Inexpensive - cost about $25 in lumber
Stylish - goes with just about any decor
Wood Top - the wood top adds texture and warmth to a space and
is easy to clean and keep looking new
Lightweight - easy to move around if needed
Perfect Size - it's a just right size for a narrow hall,
entryway or small living room or that blank wall that needs
something
Common Materials - build with furring strips and 1x12,
available at most stores
Minimal tools - you just need a few tools to make this
Plans for Matching Pieces - this turned out so well, I added
plans for the coffee tables and end tables too!
How to Build it - Watch the Build Video
In this super quick video, watch me build this console
table.
Build your own square industrial coffee table for under $50 in
materials. This simple coffee table is sturdy and beautiful
and you can build it any size you choose, and stain or paint it any
color you wish!
Why We Love this Coffee Table!
Simple style goes with any decor
Clean lines will make a space free structured and
uncluttered
Solid wood top will stand up to use and be easy to refinish if
required
Square size perfect for sectionals
Easy to build design just requires a few essential homeowner
tools
How to Build it - Watch the Build
Video
In this super quick video, watch me build this console
table.
Rhymes for Kindly Children: Modern Mother Goose Jingles
(eleventh edition; Chicago et al.: P. F. Volland and Co., c1916),
by Fairmont Snyder, illust. by Johnny Gruelle (page images at
childrensbooksonline.org)
An Impartial Account of the State of New England: or, The Late
Government There, Vindicated in Answer to the Declaration Which the
Faction Set Forth When They Overturned That Government, by John
Palmer (HTML at EEBO TCP)
The Best Books: A Reader's Guide to the Choice of the Best
Available Books (About 50,000) in Every Department of Science, Art
and Literature, With the Dates of the First and Last Editions and
the Price, Size, and Publisher's Name of Each Book (second edition,
corrected; London: Swan Sonnenschein and Co.; et al., 1901), by
William Swan Sonnenschein (stable link)
The History of Wyandot County, Ohio: Containing a History of the
County, its Townships, Towns, Churches, Schools, etc. (Chicago:
Leggett, Conaway and Co., 1884) (stable link)
The Revolution in New England Justified, and the People There
Vindicated From the Aspersions Cast Upon Them by Mr. John Palmer,
in His Pretended Answer to the Declaration, Published by the
Inhabitants of Boston, and the Country Adjacent, on the Day When
They Secured Their Late Oppressors, Who Acted by an Illegal and
Arbitrary Commission From the late King James ("E. R." and "S. S."
believe to be Rawson and Sewall; Boston: Printed for J. Brunning,
1691), by Edward Rawson and Samuel Sewall (stable link)
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