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SFGATE
9 months ago
SF real estate

A Bargain for Bennifer? J. Lo and Ben Affleck Reportedly Snag $135M Beverly Hills Estate for $60.8M

Getty Images / Realtor.comAfter a whirlwind courtship-rekindled after two decades-plus two weddings and many real estate rumors, it seems celebrity couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez might finally have found their forever home.According to TMZ, the duo recently landed an ultramansion in Beverly Hills.
SFGATE
9 months ago
SF real estate

Grab This Cute Cape Codder Featured on 'Property Brothers' for $415K

Realtor.comA cute, Cape Cod-style home that was featured on HGTV's "Property Brothers" recently hit the market in Smyrna, GA, for $415,000.Built in 1985, the four-bedroom home boasts 2,625 square feet of living space.The corner-lot property has undergone several recent renovations and is already pending sale.
SFGATE
10 months ago
SF real estate

'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Alum Diana Jenkins Lists Her Haute, Hidden Hills Home for $20.5M

Lester Cohen/Getty Images for Neuro Brands, LLC / Realtor.comDiana Jenkins from "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" is selling her chic manse in Hidden Hills, CA, for $20.5 million.After her Season 12 debut on the show, Jenkins will not return for another season, as she focuses on her health and family.
SFGATE
1 year ago
SF real estate

Cheers! Drink In These 6 Homes With Full Bars or Taverns for Celebrating St. Patrick's Day

Realtor.com It's no blarney!In honor of St. Patrick's Day, we rounded up six homes on the market that are located across the country, and offer full bars to toast the luck of the Irish.Some of them even boast full taverns.They're perfect spots for celebrating the holiday without ever leaving home.For a full look, just scroll on down.
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UK news
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Queen's University Vice-Chancellor humbled' to be knighted in Birthday Honours

The Vice-Chancellor of Queen's University Belfast, Ian Greer, has said he is deeply humbled to be knighted in the King's first Birthday Honours.Sir Ian said it was a proud day both for himself and for the university, which recently hosted a major conference to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Hillsborough Castle staff recognised for role in events to mark death of Queen

The central role staff in Hillsborough Castle in Co Down played in events to mark the death of the late Queen has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours.Laura McCorry, head of Hillsborough Castle has been made an MBE for services in Northern Ireland following the Queen's death.She said the honour was a recognition of the part the castle team had played in a number of historic occasions in the past year.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Silence marks pandemic lockdown anniversary on poignant day'

People fell silent at midday on Thursday to mark lives lost during the pandemic on a poignant day marking the third anniversary of the first lockdown.A minute's silence was held at I remember: Scotland's Covid Memorial in Glasgow's Pollok Park as part of the National Day of Reflection.Three wreaths were laid in memory of the lives lost to Covid, and memorial creator Alec Finlay and Scotland's Makar Kathleen Jamie read excerpts from I Remember, a collection of people's memories of the pandemic.
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opportunity
Eater LA
9 months ago
LA food

One of LA's Buzziest Pop-Ups Is Opening an Izakaya in East Hollywood

Budonoki, the two-year-old izakaya pop-up originally founded by a trio of restaurant industry veterans, is permanently settling into Virgil Village this fall at 654 N. Virgil Avenue on the ground floor of the Cha Cha Cha condominiums.Previously, Budonoki popped up at Melody Wine Bar, Ototo, and Thunderbolt, among others.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Gundry + Ducker creates concertina facade for London brewery

A folded facade of galvanised steel and glass fronts the railway arches that house this beer hall in London by local studio Gundry + Ducker.Located in Kentish Town in North London, the brewery was designed for beer company Camden Town Brewery within railway arches in a cobbled mews.Its concertinaed frontage was designed by Gundry + Ducker to celebrate the arches while framing the new taproom and shop within.
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
Manchester United

Bournemouth 0-1 Manchester United: Casemiro stunner edges Red Devils closer to Champions League

Victory on the south coast, together with Liverpool's failure to beat Aston Villa, strengthened United's grip on a top-four spot with two games to play and meant Erik ten Hag is close to achieving his primary objective in his first season in charge.This was not Ten Hag's side at their best, but once they were in front they limited a spirited and organised Bournemouth to a handful of chances, with David de Gea in form to deny Gary O'Neil's side whenever they threatened.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Sports

Jayson Tatum Overcomes the Poor Play of Jayson Tatum, and the Celtics Survive

PHILADELPHIA At the end of one of the stranger games of his career, Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics pounded the ball against the court as the final seconds elapsed.The sound of those hard dribbles each a percussive thud seemed to fill Wells Fargo Center as thousands of 76ers fans tried to make sense of what had just happened in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
www.dw.com
10 months ago
Bayern Munich

Why has Sadio Mane struggled at Bayern Munich? DW 05/03/2023

After Robert Lewandowski's departure, Bayern Munich turned to Sadio Mane to help replace some of the goals.But it hasn't quite worked.Jasmine Baba finds out why the Senegalese star has struggled to fit in.It took until the 69th minute of Sunday's match with bottom club Hertha Berlin for the Bundesliga's most prolific team, Bayern Munich, to break the deadlock.
Defector
10 months ago
New York Knicks

RJ Barrett Needs To Be More Up Than Down | Defector

If the last four games of RJ Barrett were the only ones you'd ever seen, it would be difficult to sympathize with the kvetching and retching of Knicks fans over the last four years.Let me assure you that this is not what it usually looks like.They've been the finest games of Barrett's life, factoring in stakes and competition level.
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www.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
London

Grenfell Tower six years on: the fight for justice continues

S eventy-two people died at Grenfell.Today, 72 months after the inferno, survivors, the bereaved and campaigners say there is still no justice.But they are also crystal clear that time, delays, prevarication and even wilful obstruction will not break their inexorable quest for justice over the appalling failures at Grenfell, which brought so much horror, grief and shame to Britain on that night six years ago.
www.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
London

People don't feel they have justice 6 years on from Grenfell, says Priest

T he priest of a church that became a focal point for Grenfell fire survivors said people still don't feel they've received justice six years on.Father Gareth Wardell, of St Clement Church - a short walk from the tower, has supported many victims, including children, who suffered trauma and lost all their possessions on June 14, 2017.
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
London

William voices concern closure some way off' for Grenfell survivors and families

T he Prince of Wales met survivors and relatives who lost loved ones in the Grenfell Tower tragedy and said he was worried that closure seems a long way off for them.Visiting Queen's Park Rangers' stadium in west London, Prince William heard how the football club was still helping the local community nearly six years on from the blaze that killed 72 people.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

We love our urban trees and thought we'd won the battle to save them. How wrong we were | Sandra Laville

I live near a group of beautiful, mature trees that spread across a corner of two residential roads; they are a community hub, providing a shady place to sit and chat.They are much loved, all covered by tree protection orders, and provided as a gift in perpetuity to the community in the 1980s as a planning condition for the creation of a business park.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
UK politics

Rishi Sunak risks missing target to halve inflation, NIESR warns

Rishi Sunak is at risk of missing his flagship target to halve inflation this year, one of Britain's leading economic forecasters has warned, as households are left thousands of pounds worse off amid the cost of living crisis.Sounding the alarm over the hit to living standards, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research said the soaring price of food and other basic essentials meant inflation was on track to remain persistently high for the rest of this year.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

It Doesn't Count as a War Crime if You Had Fun': Inside the Minds of Some Russian Soldiers

Sweeping out discarded Russian rations, shattered glass and broken furniture was a daunting task.In the four and a half months that Russian forces had occupied a village in eastern Ukraine, the troops had used the local bar as a small outpost, gutting it in the process.The physical destruction of the watering hole of Velyka Komyshuvakha was only part of what the Russians left behind.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

With Probes of Russian Lines, Ukraine's Counteroffensive Takes Shape

In the south, Ukrainian soldiers are fighting on an unforgiving landscape, table-flat farmland with little cover for troops trying to advance.Sixty miles away, they are attacking across the plains in a coal mining region dotted with slag heaps, pushing toward a strategic railway junction.Farther east, they are targeting Russian positions on the hills outside Bakhmut, a city in ruins that fell to Russian forces last month after the longest and bloodiest battle of the war.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
World politics

Life in Ukraine's Trenches: Gearing Up for a Spring Offensive

In a thicket of trees between two vast farm fields, a plywood trapdoor built into the forest floor opened to reveal stairs leading underground.Inside was a subterranean bunker, cut into the black earth, where Ukrainian troops from a mortar unit awaited coordinates for their next target.The men squeezed past one another down a shoulder-width dirt corridor lit with LED strips, staring at tablet computers showing a live drone feed of the terrain outside.
Creative Bloq
9 months ago
Graphic design

Adobe partners with V&A amd MoMA to support diverse voices in the arts

We need to talk about a problem in the arts.There are not enough opportunities for creatives from diverse backgrounds.It's a problem Adobe and the V&A in London (and MoMA in New York) are aiming to solve with a 'multi-year (and multi-million dollar)' residency programme to give underrepresented, emerging creatives a platform to get noticed and support the next generation of artists.
Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
9 months ago
Real estate

Elevate Your Home's Exteriors: 7 Ideas for Jaw-Dropping Luxury Landscaping

A meticulously crafted landscape not only enhances the curb appeal of luxury properties, but it also creates a serene and captivating environment to unwind and entertain guests.Whether you have a modern Los Angeles mansion or a Mediterranean-style Scottsdale home , luxury landscaping has the power to create an outdoor oasis that exudes opulence and charm.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots roster breakdown: Matthew Judon is New England's most disruptive player

With the NFL free agency and draft both in the rear-view mirror, and the final phase of voluntary offseason workouts underway, the New England Patriots are officially "on to 2023."At the moment, the Patriots have a full 90-man roster.Only 53 of those players will be able to survive roster cutdowns and ultimately make the active team, with others competing for practice squad spots.
Digiday
10 months ago
Online marketing

Why some advertisers are reconsidering old school marketing channels

In light of the digital boom, online advertising costs have gone up and data privacy initiatives have obscured measurement, rendering the current digital ad landscape expensive and murky.As a result, some startup advertisers are returning to traditional ad channels, like direct mail and out-of-home billboards, with an eye on diversifying their media spend and discovering new ways to get in front of shoppers.
www.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Toronto

Teachers in Six Nations ask Canadians not to forget impact of federal strike on Indigenous students | CBC News

As the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) strike continues, students at the five federally run elementary schools in Six Nations of the Grand River face another week without class.The five schools Jamieson Elementary, J.C. Hill Elementary, Emily C. General Elementary, I.L. Thomas Odadrihonyani'ta' Elementary and Oliver M. Smith Elementary are run through Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), whose employees are among the 155,000 union members who have been on strike since April 19.
NESN.com
11 months ago
Boston Bruins

Bruins' Linus Ullmark Frank Regarding Performance In Losses

The Bruins failed to end their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series in their two attempts so far.Dropping Game 5 at home and Game 6 on the road is uncharacteristic of Boston's regular season.One focal point is self-inflicted turnovers, and the other is goaltending.In the historic regular season, Linus Ullmark led the league in goals-against average (1.89) and save percentage (.938).
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

ARQBR creates circular church with monumental steeple in Brasilia

Local studio ARQBR has used concrete and wood for a round church in Brasilia, Brazil that lifts off the land with 360-degree, ground-level windows.ARQBR completed the 3,900-square metre (40,000-square foot) concrete facility for the Church of the Holy Family in 2022, as an extension of Lucio Costa's Pilot Project for the capital of Brazil.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

FADD Studio models Bangalore duplex apartment on caterpillar curvatures

Indian practice FADD Studio has fused two separate apartments inside a high-rise development in Bangalore to create a multigenerational family home.The neighbouring four-bedroom apartments, stacked one on top of the other in the SNN Clermont residential tower, were transformed into a six-bedroom duplex for a cosmopolitan couple, their parents and two young children.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Denis Joelsons renovates multi-structure brick estate in Brazil

Brazilian architect Denis Joelsons has completed a renovation of a series of brick structures called Sítio Rio Acima near São Paulo, including a primary home with a vaulted ceiling and arched clerestory window.Located on the outskirts of Jundiaí, the residential complex had been used for over forty years by the same family, becoming a hodge-podge of disparate forms constructed by different generations.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Taliesyn showcases unfinished materials in design of own office in Bangalore

Indian architecture studio Taliesyn has completed its own office in Bangalore, which features textured walls and earthy materials.Located in southern Bangalore, the office spaces are spread across two buildings - a two-storey studio space and a material library inside a converted shipping container.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Linehouse creates tactile restaurant with "Mediterranean soul" in Shanghai

Design studio Linehouse has used natural, tactile materials for the interiors of the Coast restaurant in Shanghai for China's casual dining brand Gaga.The restaurant is set inside a traditional mid-century Shikumen house - a blend of Western and Chinese architecture - with a renovated interior informed by its Mediterranean menu.
www.cbc.ca
9 months ago
Toronto

Community organization MABELLEarts breaks ground for park transformation project | CBC News

MABELLEarts, a community organization in Etobicoke, broke ground on Saturday for their park transformation project a vision that has been in the making for more than 14 years.Executive director Leah Houston said the groundbreaking signals the start of an "incredible park transformation" at MABELLEpark a vibrant art park and "beating heart" of the community.
www.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Toronto

Summer McIntosh returns to competition after world record-breaking performances at national trials | CBC Sports

A month after breaking two world records and another five world junior records at the national swim trials, Canadian phenom Summer McIntosh was back in race mode competing at the Atlanta Classic this weekend.But unlike the trials at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre at the end of March and beginning of April where she stunned the swimming world with her remarkable performances, the focus shifted a little during this weekend's event it was about getting in meaningful race reps in events she doesn't normally compete in but are a part of the medleys.
NESN.com
9 months ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Trying To Stay Positive Despite Recent Team Struggles

The Boston Red Sox have lost five of their last six games and fell below .500for the first time since April 28 after losing the series finale to the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday night.Struggling on defense has been a focal point for Boston, something Red Sox manager Alex Cora has been vocal about during the recent skid.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
NYC real estate

Mastering the Art of Layering Rugs: a Step-by-Step Guide

Choosing a rug ought to be the easiest part of furnishing a room, right?Turns out, it's harder than it looks.The rug you love may not be the right size.Or maybe it's an antique that could be destroyed by foot traffic.Or it's gorgeous but not that comfortable.Or maybe you just can't decide between different styles?
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Overlay Rugs by DesignByThem among 14 new products on Dezeen Showroom

Dezeen Showroom: a collection of jewel-toned graphic rugs made out of wool from New Zealand is among 14 new products featured on Dezeen Showroom.Overlay Rugs by Danielah Martinez for DesignByThemDesigner Danielah Martinez collaborated with Sydney-based studio DesignByThem on a range of vibrant and colourful rugs composed of geometric shapes.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
10 months ago
Design

Balcony design ideas for your home - Yanko Design

A balcony forms a great private outdoor space perfect for unwinding and relaxing, especially if living in a city apartment.Yet, the balcony is one of the most overlooked spaces in the home.However, with some innovative designs, one can enjoy the outdoors from the privacy of the indoors.It can quickly transform into a space perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests.
Brownstoner
10 months ago
Brooklyn real estate

The Insider: Fresh Color and Vintage Finds Define a Young Woman's First Apartment in the East Village

Got a project to propose for The Insider? Contact Cara at caramia447 [at] gmail [dot] com
For her first apartment, a young woman who works in real estate purchased a bright two-bedroom floor-through in a vintage walk-up building, and furnished it in a way that reflects all the excitement and enthusiasm she felt about her new home.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Do the Patriots have any long-term issues to solve?

The New England Patriots have a few issues on their hands that need figured out and solved for the sake of their long-term viability.The team went 10-7 in the 2021 season and seemed to be trending upwards.However, things came crashing down in the 2022 season.The Pats finished with a losing record and missed the playoffs for the second time in three seasons.
ESPN.com
9 months ago
Chelsea

Every top club wants a No. 9 striker, but who are the best options?

As the summer transfer window edges ever closer ( find out when it opens across Europe here), there's one thing that's clear: most of the continent's top clubs are looking to sign a new No. 9 striker.With Erling Haaland's 52 goals in 52 games for Manchester City this season proving that a central goal scorer is a key part of any team, a number of teams will be looking to the transfer market to boost themselves in this position.
Bullets Forever
9 months ago
Washington Wizards

Ricky Council IV and Kendric Davis are the major names for the Wizards' Tuesday workout

The Wizards will be bringing in another group of players for a workout on Tuesday.This one has slightly less star power than Monday's group, which featured potential lottery picks in Nick Smith Jr. and Cason Wallace.Of the group auditioning Tuesday, Arkansas guard Ricky Council IV is the only one currently projected to get drafted and he's likely to end up in the second round.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

What should the Wizards do with Kristaps Porzingis?

Among the decisions facing whoever replaces Tommy Sheppard as head of basketball operations is what to do with Kristaps Porzingis.The 7-3 Unicorn was Washington's best player last season, and the combination of his height and shooting range made him a nightmare matchup - at least in the first quarter.
Thestyledare
10 months ago
JavaScript

Glacier White Granite Countertops - Thestyledare

1. Glacier White Granite is a popular choice among homeowners for its stunning, neutral color and unique, sparkling flecks of mica.
2. When using Glacier White Granite in a kitchen or bathroom, it is important to seal the material regularly to avoid staining and damage.
3. Pairing Glacier White Granite with dark cabinetry or contrasting countertops can help to create a luxurious, modern look in any space.
ProFootballTalk
9 months ago
Chicago Bears

NFL still hasn't announced this year's Hard Knocks team - ProFootballTalk

This year, four teams are eligible to be drafted to serve as the focal point of Hard Knocks.To date, the NFL has yet to publicly declare the winner.Or, depending on perspective, the loser.As noted by Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, the league hasn't announced this year's Hard Knocks team.Last year, the league announced that it would be the Lions in late March.
Paris Perfect
9 months ago
Paris

Before & After at the Beautiful Beaux Reves Apartment in Paris

A good Paris remodeling project is hard to resist, especially when we have the chance to transform a tired old apartment into a beautiful home in the City of Light.We knew the moment we stepped into the apartment that would become Beaux Rêves that it was something very special.The location along an elegant tree-lined boulevard in the 7th arrondissement and its long balcony with Eiffel Tower views made it a dream property.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US politics

Trump and Cuomo Agree on One Thing: DeSantis Mishandled Covid

For years they overlapped in New York politics, two brash sons of Queens rising through the worlds of real estate and government, as Donald J. Trump donated to Andrew M. Cuomo's campaigns and made a virtual appearance at his bachelor party.Then they were antagonists, with Mr. Cuomo, a powerful Democratic governor of New York, embracing chances to serve as a foil to the divisive Republican president.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Bring in some old-school feels with this retro camera-looking speaker - Yanko Design

Kodak, as we all know, has a very peculiar visual style.They value results over aesthetics.It began with a simple box camera with a 100-exposure roll of film.And now, the newest proposal for a new Kodak Bluetooth speaker concept is designed for audio enjoyment rather than visual pleasure as a new product lineup after Kodak's corporate expansion.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
10 months ago
Design

How to make your compact home seem bigger - Yanko Design

With urban spaces shrinking, compact homes are integral to city life.Even with restricted square footage, these abodes can offer ample opportunities to improve functionality by using every square inch of available space.With clever planning, one can enhance the sense of openness and prevent the space from looking cramped and claustrophobic.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Ten bathrooms where marble lines the walls

Our latest lookbook shines a light on homes where marble and similar natural stones have been used as the primary material in the bathrooms.Marble can be a great solution for bathrooms, as it is durable enough to withstand a wet environment better than alternative materials such as wood or concrete.
Design Milk
10 months ago
Design

Small Studio Apartment in Rio Designed With Multifunction in Mind

Cité Arquitetura designed a 344-square-foot (32m2) studio apartment in Rio de Janeiro for a client that required not only a place to live but to also work.To make it happen, the design team had to make every square inch work while incorporating furnishings that pulled multiple duties.The result is Studio Mescla, a comfortable spot for living, entertaining, and working at home.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
10 months ago
Design

How metallic hues can add sparkle to your home decor - Yanko Design

Decorating with metallic accents is trending in the décor space and can add a dash of glamor and panache.From furniture to accessories and wall paint, metallic hues work as a decorative accent making their way into the interior design space.Metallic tones add a shimmering look and can be found in any finish or medium, like artwork, upholstery, and wallpaper.
Dezeen
11 months ago
Design

Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Sanjay Puri

Indian architect Sanjay Puri has joined Dezeen Awards 2023 as a judge.Here, he selects five projects that best reflect his studio's work.Puri, the principal architect and founder of Mumbai-based architecture firm Sanjay Puri Architects, describes his practice as "exploratory, constantly evolving to create spaces".
Design Milk
9 months ago
Design

Make an Acoustic Statement Visually With the Tessellate Collection

The five innovative, cutting-edge acoustic products that make up the Tessellate Collection provide superior sound absorption while making a bold visual statement.Recently launched by Kirei, manufacturer of eco-friendly design materials for interiors, and created by industrial designer Michael DiTullo, Tessellate features a level of design flexibility unmatched in the acoustic market.
SmartBrief
10 months ago
Marketing

Nature abhors a vacuum - SmartBrief

Programmatic adtech has been a vital advertising innovation - but more improvements are needed around the "adtech tax," measurement and attribution, writes Semcasting CEO and founder Ray Kingman." Nature abhors a vacuum."Whether you first heard this phrase from Jeff Goldblum in the 1993 "Jurassic Park" film, or you actually remember your professor crediting Aristotle in your 200-level philosophy course, there are parallels to what we are experiencing in adtech.
www.standard.co.uk
11 months ago
Manchester United

Positive Ryan Mason offers rebuke of Antonio Conte system with life in Tottenham yet

In his first game in charge, Ryan Mason's Spurs (playing a familiar 3-4-3 system) trailed 2-0 at half-time before mounting a spirited second-half comeback, mirroring the pattern of so many games under the Italian this season.And yet this still felt like something of a fresh start for Spurs and their performance, particularly in the second half, should raise optimism that the club can move on from Conte and Cristian Stellini's disastrous short caretaker spell by the end of the campaign.
Digiday
1 year ago
Online marketing

Why Chips Ahoy's linear TV budget is crumbling in the face of new digital options

Chips Ahoy is all but waving bon voyage to its linear television advertising budget.As the 60-year-old, Mondelēz-owned brand looks to better target Gen Z consumers over the last two years, ad spend has shifted almost entirely away from TV spend to social and digital."We really want to be focused on the channels where Gen Z are today.
Washington Post
9 months ago
DC food

Neal Brennan would like to introduce a 'Brand New Neal'

At the conclusion of "Blocks," Neal Brennan's Netflix stand-up special released in November, the 49-year-old comedian found himself at a mental health crossroads.After spending his hour-long set confronting various impediments to his happiness, Brennan cycled through the cures he has tried for his depression - therapy, ketamine, transcranial magnetic stimulation, extreme psychedelics - and pleaded for internal acceptance.
Eater Portland
9 months ago
Portland food

Woodlawn's Newly Open Lobby Bar Brings New Life to a Former Silent Movie Theater

In the Dekum triangle, at the heart of the Woodlawn neighborhood, touches of Portland history live on in new ways, from a wood-fired Italian American restaurant located inside a former fire station to a historic ballroom and public house originally built in 1909.Now, Jessica and Kirk Kelley have given another piece of the neighborhood - an old silent movie theater - a new purpose.
Speckyboy Design Magazine
10 months ago
Graphic design

20 Free Abstract Fractal Brush Sets for Photoshop

There is an abundance of Photoshop brushes available online for various project types.Whether looking for floral and swirl brushes or geometric and techno brushes, the right brush can elevate any design.Abstract fractal brushes are one of the most popular brush types for Photoshop.These brushes are perfect for achieving fast-moving effects and mimicking vibrant background explosions, making them ideal for book covers, website backgrounds, and posters.
Brandingmag
1 year ago
Graphic design

Character Building: The Untapped Power of Brand Icons

Every day, every minute, all over the world, hundreds of thousands of clever advertising people toil away in a never-ending search for brand differentiation.What makes us unique?What can we own?The answer is often an animated brand character.In an industry built on slivers of difference, a branded character is like a 2 x 4, something only you can own.
www.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Mental health

Campaigns should beware using suicides to bolster arguments for their cause | Sonia Sodha

1. The language used to discuss suicide can have a major impact on how people perceive it and understand it, and can even influence whether individuals seek help.
2. It is important to be aware of the potential consequences of the words used to talk about suicide and to ensure that language is used in a
Sun Sentinel
10 months ago
Miami Dolphins

Christian Wilkins remains motivated regardless of contract status; plus, observations from Dolphins' Tuesday OTA

MIAMI GARDENS - Miami Dolphins standout defensive tackle Christian Wilkins' contract negotiations have been ongoing throughout the offseason and are yet to be resolved as the team held organized team activities open to the media on Tuesday.Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has previously said that the two sides have been in constant conversations as they work to lock Wilkins into a long-term extension.
Sun Sentinel
10 months ago
Miami Dolphins

Dolphins take college WR who will play TE, offensive tackle on Day 3 of NFL draft

MIAMI GARDENS - On Day 3 of the NFL draft, the Miami Dolphins finally selected a tight end - sort of - and an offensive tackle.The long wait for the Dolphins' first pick Saturday, which began with Round 4, finally concluded when the team took Stanford pass-catcher Elijah Higgins with their sixth-round selection, pick No. 197.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Europe news

Why Bakhmut? It's a Question as Old as War.

Just weeks before President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine visited the city of Bakhmut in December, a soldier with the military call sign Bear stared out from the window of a ruined sixth-floor apartment overlooking the city's eastern reaches.I quietly stood next to him.The battle below played out in muted ferocity.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Europe news

Battlefield Update: Russia and Ukraine each claim gains in Bakhmut.

THE BATTLE: The fight for Bakhmut, the ruined city in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, has become a focal point of the war as both sides have poured troops into battle and sustained heavy casualties.Bakhmut is viewed as a springboard for President Vladimir V. Putin's stated aim of seizing the entire Donbas, while for Ukraine it has become a symbol of resistance.
www.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia pounds Bakhmut; US and EU welcome China's call with Zelenskiy

Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature 37m ago Russia pounds Bakhmut and Kharkiv 44m ago Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Brussels also welcomed the conversation Xi and Zelenskiy, thought to be their first call since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Bleacher Report
10 months ago
Brooklyn Nets

Mikal Bridges Rumors: 'Nets Aren't Interested' in Blazers Trade After Draft Lottery

Sarah Stier/Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers may want to get help for Damian Lillard this offseason, but it doesn't seem like a Mikal Bridges trade is going to be an option for them.Per The Athletic's Alex Schiffer, the Nets "aren't interested" in dealing Bridges to Portland even after the results of the 2023 NBA draft lottery.
www.amny.com
10 months ago
Brooklyn Nets

Who could Nets be eying in NBA Draft? | amNewYork

Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.By Christian Arnold Posted on May 19, 2023 Sean Marks speaks with reporters at Barclays following the NBA trade deadline.The NBA Draft is a little more than a month away and could be an interesting time for the Nets, who are retooling after a major change in direction for the organization.
Raptors Rapture
10 months ago
Toronto Raptors

NBA rumors: Popular Raptors trade target back on the market

The Toronto Raptors are expected to be one of the big names that dominated the free agency and trade discussions in the offseason.With three of the team's best six players all scheduled to hit the open market and trade rumors surrounding two of the other three, expect tons of activity.The Golden State Warriors, who might try to milk a few more years out of their old core and forgo their developmental ways, might be worth getting on the horn.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Joe Burrow contract extension: Predicting what a team-friendly deal would look like

Joe Burrow is expected to become the highest-paid player in football, but he also wants to leave money on the table for Cincinnati's star receivers.How can he do that?The Cincinnati Bengals were three points away from potential back-to-back Super Bowl appearances last season.Joe Burrow once again showed why he's one of the best quarterbacks in football at the ripe age of 26, and naturally, the Bengals want to keep him around long-term.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Bijan Robinson hyping up Roschon Johnson will have Bears fans over the moon

Chicago Bears fans have to be excited about Bijan Robinson's praise for their new running back.The Atlanta Falcons broke with recent tradition and gambled on a running back with their top-10 pick when the team selected Texas' Bijan Robinson eighth overall in April's NFL Draft.While many expect Robinson to thrive as a focal point of Atlanta's talented offense, he wasn't the only Texas running back selected.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Mike McCarthy immediately lied to Cowboys fans after Eagles' home-run draft

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy wouldn't admit to Cowboys fans that the Eagles aced their first round picks.To be fair, what was Mike McCarthy supposed to say?The Dallas Cowboys head coach was tasked with talking about his own draft pick, Michigan's Mazi Smith, who they selected with the No. 26 overall pick.
www.caughtoffside.com
10 months ago
Arsenal

"Final details" - Arsenal star expected to sign new contract "very soon"

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Bukayo Saka's new Arsenal contract will be officially announced in the coming weeks, while a new deal should also be done for goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale very soon.Saka has been one of Arsenal's best players this season, and is undoubtedly one of the most exciting young talents in world football right now after becoming a focal point in the Gunners' first-team since rising up from their academy.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Coventry-Luton final 'one for romantics' - Robins

Coventry's Championship play-off final against Luton Town is a "game for the romantics" given both sides' rise from adversity, says City boss Mark Robins.The Sky Blues will face the Hatters at Wembley on 27 May, having been together in League Two as recently as 2017-18.Robins has been with Coventry during their rise up the leagues, following a similar trajectory to Luton in the process.
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Who will win race for WSL Golden Boot?

Vivianne Miedema and Sam Kerr have claimed the Women's Super League's Golden Boot twice each in the last four seasons but there looks set to be a new name on the trophy this time around.Heading into the final weeks of the season, just two goals currently separate Manchester City's Khadija Shaw and Aston Villa's Rachel Daly at the top of the scoring charts.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
NYC real estate

Rosie O'Donnell Lists Her Manhattan Penthouse (as Malibu Beckons?)

Rosie O'Donnell is bidding farewell to New York City, at least for the time being.The comedian, actress and serial real estate buyer has decided to sell her last remaining Manhattan property: a sprawling penthouse in the Turtle Bay neighborhood with an immense rooftop terrace and stunning East River vistas.
Old Trafford Faithful
10 months ago
Manchester United

Man United 'actively monitoring' Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez - Old Trafford Faithful

Man United are showing a serious interest in Inter Milan's striker, Lautaro Martinez.Manchester United have had some heroic number nines over the years.It's the focal point of any side who are vying for the big trophies.Erik ten Hag hasn't had a reliable forward at his disposal this term, making the Reds' success this season even more impressive.
The Busby Babe
11 months ago
Manchester United

Aston Villa vs. Manchester United: How to watch FA WSL clash

Manchester United Women are back in action this week.The Reds head to Birmingham to take on a high-powered Aston Villa side in FA Women's Super League play as they look to further cement their place at the top.The Villains are led from the front by England wide-forward Rachel Daly, who is averaging 0.85 goals per 90 in league play this season, and is currently second in the golden boot race with 15 goals.
www.fastcompany.com
10 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Gmail's AI can now write emails for you

Google isn't quite ready to let everyone use generative AI in apps like Gmail and Docs, but it's allowing anyone to try it out.After a couple of months of private testing, Google is opening up a waitlist for its Workspace Labs program and generative AI features, which the company is calling Duet AI for Workspace.
The AC Milan Offside
10 months ago
AC Milan

AC Milan Face Inter Milan In Classic Derby In The UEFA Champions League Semi Finals

AC Milan and Inter Milan take each other on in another historic derby della Madonnina in the semi finals of the UEFA Champions League.The last time this fixture took place at such an advanced stage of the competition was the 2002/03 season and Milan win on to lift the trophy.Simone Inzaghi has got the better of Stefano Pioli twice in 2023 in the league and the Supercoppa but both these losses came during Milan collapse in February.
Theregister
10 months ago
DevOps

Capgemini bags 37M UK border tech contract

The UK's Home Office has awarded a £37 million ($46.6 million) tech contract to Capgemini for its borders and immigration management as the services strive to recover from past failings.The French outsourcing and IT services biz has won the deal "to build, run and monitor applications" on the DevOps platform for the UK Border Agency.
sportslens.com
10 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linked to Free Agent Ezekiel Elliot

Former Dallas Cowboys and free agent running back Ezekiel Elliot is reportedly linked to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Update: #Bucs could potentially sign former #Cowboys RB Zeke Elliott, per @JFowlerESPN Fowler was told that the Bucs are Looking for RB2 behind Rachaad White.and added that Zeke could be an option for them.
Bitter and Blue
10 months ago
Manchester City

Gut Feelings: Real Madrid v Manchester City

Manchester City have returned to the scene of their biggest disappointment in recent years.Sure City have lost in the UEFA Champions League several times in less-than-ideal circumstances, but last year Real Madrid really pulled the rug out from under Pep Guardiola's side.City gave up three goals and their two-goal aggregate lead, all in the 90th minute or later, to lose the match, the semifinal, and their shot at making the UCL final for the second consecutive year.
MarTech
10 months ago
Marketing tech

XR + AI: 5 tools driving today's content revolution | MarTech

Generative AI is taking our industry by storm, and every marketer out there needs to pay close attention.The technology solves one of our major challenges - creating tons of unique and compelling content.Our always-on, digital world has forced us to become publishers of hyper-relevant content to connect with and reach our audiences.
AdExchanger
1 year ago
Marketing tech

New Utah And Connecticut Data Privacy Laws Are Coming. Are You Ready? | AdExchanger

Marketers might as well go ahead and add "tightrope walker" to their list of skills.The delicate balance between personalization and stringent privacy laws is just as precarious as a high-wire act.Research shows that 66% of consumers want personalized ads, but nearly half of them are uncomfortable sharing any data.
500ish.com
1 year ago
Apple

Apple's New Reality

I'm not so sure it's us seeing smoke anymore in so much as we're seeing the fire of Apple's incoming headset.It's a bit reminiscent of the months leading up to the unveiling of the original iPhone back in 2006/2007.But now reporters have better supply chain sources, and so there's more detail to report.
Medium
10 months ago
Data science

A Study of Real-world AI Model Failures and Their Impact

Editor's note: Ayush Patel is a speaker for ODSC East 2023.Be sure to check out his talk, "Why do AI Models go Rogue?A Guide to Detect and Fix Silent Model Failures," to learn more about AI model failures.How models prone to defects can lead to costly mistakes Rapid advancements in AI have made it possible to achieve what was once unimaginable.
Boston.com
10 months ago
Boston Celtics

'We wanted to run him': The Celtics successfully attacked injured MVP Joel Embiid in Game 2 victory

Celtics "We knew there were going to have to be some kind of growing pains bringing him back."It was clear heading into Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals that NBA MVP Joel Embiid wouldn't look like the version of himself that imposed his will on the rest of the league this year.The kind of injury he has - a sprained LCL ligament in his knee - typically has a 4-6 week recovery period.
Hogs Haven
10 months ago
Washington Redskins

Film Session: Why the Commanders selected CB Emmanuel Forbes at 16

Emmanuel Forbes is an exciting prospect and addition to the Commanders defense.While Washington was solid statistically from a yardage perspective last year, they ranked 27th in takeaways with just 14 (eight interceptions).Enter Forbes, who can help take the defense to another level.He is a top-tier athlete with elite speed and ball-hawking ability and has a solid understanding of route concepts that will allow him to win at the next level.
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

4 Washington Commanders who could move the needle in 2023

Which Washington Commanders have the potential to significantly move the needle when the 2023 campaign arrives?For everyone across the Washington Commanders to enjoy better fortunes in 2023, it must be a collective effort.The pressure will be on in no uncertain terms if Dan Snyder sells the franchise as expected, but their task won't be easy given how competitive the NFC East looks set to be once again next season.
Eater SF
10 months ago
SF food

This Michelin Guide-Recommended Dumpling Shop Is Now a Japanese Restaurant

A quietly powerful Richmond District dumpling destination just reopened as a Japanese restaurant under the same owners.The Michelin Guide-recommended Dumpling Alley closed in early April after three years of dishing up xiao long bao and shrimp donuts on Clement Street.Now, the San Francisco Standard reports that as of April 18, the business has returned as Serendipity, a lowkey spot for sushi and korokke.
Eater SF
1 year ago
SF food

Step Inside Downtown's New Waterfront Spot for Pisco-Soaked Post-Work Drinks

While some people are busy wringing their hands over the alleged demise of downtown San Francisco, others are ready to raise a glass.In fact, if you've been paying attention you may have noticed there's been a bar boom in the city's Financial District and SoMa neighborhoods that includes the debut of glamorous coastal Italian-inspired Bar Sprezzatura, late-night cocktail and sushi hotspot Dragon Horse Bar, and Heartwood, the upcoming bar from the Beehive and Treasury teams.
Boston.com
10 months ago
Boston Bruins

David Pastrnak dealt with shoulder injury against Panthers; What Bruins free agents said about future plans

Bruins "It's definitely painful to not be able to give your 100% and play my game for the series, especially after the year I had."Most NHL players would be happy with lighting the lamp five times over seven postseason outings.Of course, David Pastrnak isn't like most NHL players.And even though the Bruins star winger landed punches against both Alex Lyon and Sergei Bobrovsky during Boston's first-round exit against the Panthers, he believes he fell well short of the lofty standards he set for himself during a 61-goal season.
Food & Beverage Magazine
10 months ago
Food & drink

Blossoms & Brass Opens at South Coast Plaza's Collage Culinary Experience

Blossoms & Brass, the newest addition to Collage Culinary Experience, South Coast Plaza's global dining collective is now open, debuting a curated menu of artisan cocktails and decadent bites.Taking cues from the restaurant's rich design and décor, the menu at Blossoms & Brass masterfully combines old-world Italian influence with Japanese ingredients and flavor profiles.
Eater NY
1 year ago
NYC food

A New Laundromat With an Attached Bar Is Open in Brooklyn

New York laundromats can be stressful, between dodging to get the last free machine only to find out it's broken to arriving late for the wash cycle's finish and finding your clean laundry left on the floor.New business Pearl Lee's Washtub hopes to "ease the chore of laundry with libations" for Crown Heights neighbors.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Wellness

The Boss Paid for Dinner, and Then Complained the Next Day. What Do We Do?

My husband's boss, an executive at a multinational firm, came to our city on vacation and invited us to dinner.We made reservations at our favorite restaurant.When the bill came, the boss's husband picked up the check and said: We've got this.We thanked them and said we hadn't intended for them to pay.
www.dw.com
1 year ago
Canada news

Biden visits Canada with migration, trade, defense in focus DW 03/24/2023

16 minutes ago16 minutes ago Washington and Ottawa have agreed to revise a pact to reduce the surging number of asylum seekers.Biden will push for Ottawa's increased defense expenditure.US President Joe Biden arrived in Canada Thursday for talks with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.Discussions will focus on the war in Ukraine, trade, migration, Canada's defense spending and an increasingly assertive China.
Bavarian Football Works
1 year ago
Bayern Munich

Four Observations from Bayern Munich's 2-1 loss to Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga

As Bayern Munich players go into international break, Julian Nagelsmann perhaps won't sleep too well.This loss means Bayern goes into a string of tough games, having to fight in each game and put forth their best XI.Nagelsmann gambled today and paid the price.Here are my observations.Leverkusen's run of form hasn't been the greatest but they do have players all over the pitch who can hurt you, speedy wingers who can cause havoc unless his name is Moussa Diaby and he has to pass the ball (sorry, Diaby).
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
US news

F.D.-Who? A Commuter School Hopes To Be a March Madness Fairy Tale

TEANECK, N.J.The jokes of F.D. who? go back more than 30 years, to the last time Fairleigh Dickinson University played Purdue in the N.C.A.A. men's tournament.Purdue fans held up signs with the slogan when the two teams faced off in 1988.Purdue won.F.D.U.faded back into obscurity.So, for alumni of the New Jersey commuter school who remember the old jab, F.D.U.'s shocking victory against No. 1 Purdue on Friday was especially sweet.
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