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@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-10-29 00:35:19

Moody Urbanity - Literally 📄
情绪化城市 - 字面上 📄
📷 Pentax MX
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400，expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image showing a person walking across a tiled pavement. Only the lower legs and feet are visible; the person wears dark pants and white shoes. The pavement features geometric patterns, including arrows and diamond shapes, embedded into the tiles. The image has a grainy texture, giving it an artistic, vintage appearance. The scene captures motion and design in an urban setting. 中文替代文本： 一张黑白照片，展示一个人走在铺有几何图案的地砖上。画面中只看到其腿部和脚部，穿着深色裤子和白色鞋…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A close-up view of a large metal pipe, likely part of a water or gas pipeline system. The pipe is joined by a flange with several bolts and has a handwritten label attached. The label reads “招租 不做饭者优先 1361302812”. The background shows a landscape with rows of trees, suggesting the pipe is part of a infrastructure. The scene is outdoors, with natural light and a clear sky. 中文替代文本： 这是一张大型金属管道的特写图像，可能属于供水或天然气管道系统。管道通过法兰和多个螺栓连接，顶部贴有手写标签，内容为“招租 不做饭者优先 136…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: Three safety signs mounted on a tiled wall. Each sign features a red prohibition symbol and bilingual text in Chinese and English. From left to right: “No Burning” with a flame and matchstick icon; “No Entry” with a person walking through a doorway; and “No Climbing” with a person climbing a ladder. The signs are clear and bold, designed to prevent fire hazards, unauthorized access, and unsafe climbing in a restricted area. 中文替代文本： 三块安全警示牌安装在瓷砖墙上。每块牌…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A storefront entrance with glass doors and signage above. The sign includes Chinese text and an image of a bowl, suggesting a food establishment. The text reads “随便外卖 外卖盲盒 吃出惊喜,” promoting takeout meals with a surprise element. A unit number “0412b” is visible above the door. The setting is urban, with reflections of buildings in the glass. The image is in black and white, giving it a stylized, vintage feel. 中文替代文本： 一家餐饮店的入口，设有玻璃门和上方招牌。招牌上有中文文字和一个碗的图…
@tiotasram@kolektiva.social
2025-10-27 03:00:46

Day 30: Elizabeth Moon
This last spot (somehow 32 days after my last post, but oh well) was a tough decision, but Moon brings us full circle back to fantasy/sci-fi, and also back to books I enjoyed as a teenager. Her politics don't really match up to Le Guin or Jemisin, but her military experience make for books that are much more interesting than standard fantasy fare in terms of their battles & outcomes (something "A Song of Ice and Fire" achieved by cribbing from history but couldn't extrapolate nearly as well). I liked (and still mostly like) her (unironically) strong female protagonists, even if her (especially more recent) forays into "good king" territory leave something to be desired. Still, in Paksenarion the way we get to see the world from a foot-soldier's perspective before transitioning into something more is pretty special and very rare in fantasy (I love the elven ruins scene as Paks travels over the mountains as an inflection point). Battles are won or lost on tactics, shifting politics, and logistics moreso than some epic magical gimmick, which is a wonderful departure from the fantasy norm.
Her work does come with a content warning for rape, although she addresses it with more nuance and respect than any male SF/F author of her generation. Ex-evangelicals might also find her stuff hard to read, as while she's against conservative Christianity, she's very much still a Christian and that makes its way into her writing. Even if her (not bad but not radical enough) politics lead her writing into less-satisfying places at times, part of my respect for her comes from following her on Twitter for a while, where she was a pretty decent human being...
Overall, Paksenarrion is my favorite of her works, although I've enjoyed some of her sci-fi too and read the follow-up series. While it inherits some of Tolkien's baggage, Moon's ability to deeply humanize her hero and depict a believable balance between magic being real but not the answer to all problems is great.
I've reached 30 at this point, and while I've got more authors on my shortlist, I think I'll end things out tomorrow with a dump of also-rans rather than continuing to write up one per day. I may even include a man or two in that group (probably with at least non-{white cishet} perspective). Honestly, doing this challenge I first thought that sexism might have made it difficult, but here at the end I'm realizing that ironically, the misogyny that holds non-man authors to a higher standard means that (given plenty have still made it through) it's hard to think of male authors who compare with this group.
Looking back on the mostly-male authors of SF/F in my teenage years, for example, I'm now struggling to think of a single one whose work I'd recommend to my kids (having cheated and checked one of my old lists, Pratchett, Jaques, and Asimov qualify but they're outnumbered by those I'm now actively ashamed to admit I enjoyed). If I were given a choice between reading only non-men or non-woman authors for the rest of my life (yes I'm giving myself enby authors as a freebie; they're generally great) I'd very easily choose non-men. I think the only place where (to my knowledge) not enough non-men authors have been allowed through to outshine the fields of male mediocrity yet is in videogames sadly. I have a very long list of beloved games and did include some game designers here, but I'm hard-pressed to think of many other non-man game designers I'd include in the genuinely respect column (I'll include at least two tomorrow but might cheat a bit).
TL;DR: this was fun and you should do it too.
#30AuthorsNoMen

@raiders@darktundra.xyz
2025-11-24 02:27:29

Raiders’ Geno Smith Drops True Feelings After Loss to Browns heavy.com/sports/nfl/las-vegas]

Raiders’ Geno Smith Drops True Feelings After Loss to Browns
The Las Vegas Raiders let a good chance slip away, falling 24-10 to the Cleveland Browns on November 23 at Allegiant Stadium despite matching up against rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders.For Las Vegas, they again went pass-heavy, as Geno Smith completed 30 of 44 passes for 285 yards and one touchdown. Nonetheless, that decision from offensive coordinator Chip Kelly came at a cost: The offensive line allowed 10 sacks.Moreover, Smith’s drop-back passes didn’t result in more points, as the R…

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2025-12-25 21:20:32

Apple settles with Brazil's regulator to allow alternative app stores; report: Apple will charge a 5% fee for alt app stores and 15% on App Store linkouts (Hartley Charlton/MacRumors)
macrumors.com/2025/12/24/new-a

Apple to Introduce New App Store Fee Structure in Brazil Following Antitrust Settlement
Brazilian regulators have approved a settlement that will require Apple to change how the App Store operates on iPhone in the country, including...

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-11-25 00:30:00

Moody Urbanity - Stand 🧍‍♂️
情绪化城市 - 立 🧍‍♂️
📷 Nikon FE
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A grainy black-and-white photograph features a group of leafless trees with intricate branches silhouetted against the sky. Some trees retain foliage. A building is partially visible behind the trees, and a metal fence runs along the bottom. Power lines stretch horizontally across the top. The composition emphasizes contrast and texture, evoking a moody, atmospheric feeling through the interplay of natural forms and urban elements. 中文替代文字： 这是一张颗粒感强烈的…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A storefront display showcases traditional Chinese cloth shoes arranged neatly behind a glass window. The shoes feature intricate embroidery and colorful patterns, reflecting cultural craftsmanship. To the left, more shoes are stacked in a bin, with hanging items and several bottles on the floor. A potted plant adds greenery near a handwritten sign. The sign and window text read “Old Beijing Cloth Shoes – Seasonal Clearance,” suggesting a local shop o…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A narrow alleyway paved with rectangular tiles is bathed in sunlight, casting dramatic shadows across the ground. The black-and-white photograph emphasizes the contrast between light and dark. Shadows of railings and foliage create intricate patterns. The alley is flanked by walls and structures, leading the viewer’s eye into the distance. The composition evokes a quiet, contemplative mood, highlighting textures and geometry through light play. 中文替代文…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white street scene shows pedestrians walking under tree shade along a sidewalk. On the left, a storefront features a large decorative duck sculpture placed on a ledge. Above it, a flag with Chinese characters reads “East City Watch Post.” The image captures daily urban life, with people casually strolling and engaging with their surroundings. The duck and flag add cultural and whimsical elements to the otherwise ordinary setting. 中文替代文字： …
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-12-24 00:30:00

City Spot ⭕️
城市点阵 ⭕️
📷 Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 533/16
🎞️ Lucky SHD 400
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photograph captures a modern cityscape from street level. A wide road stretches into the distance, flanked by evenly spaced trees and streetlights. Vehicles are visible on the road, suggesting light traffic. In the background, a cluster of high-rise buildings dominates the skyline, with one uniquely shaped skyscraper standing prominently at the center. The sky is filled with wispy, textured clouds, adding depth and atmosphere. The monochr…
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A striking black-and-white photo shows the silhouette of a traditional East Asian pagoda or temple. The structure features multiple tiers with upturned eaves and ornate roof decorations. Its dark outline contrasts sharply against a bright sky. Two diagonal power lines cross the image, adding a modern touch. Birds are seen flying in the sky, bringing motion to the stillness. The composition blends cultural heritage with contemporary elements, evoking a sens…
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image highlights the intricate roofline of a traditional East Asian temple or historic building. The roof features curved tiles, carved animal figures, and decorative ridges. Above the structure, the sky is clear, and tree branches stretch into view from the top edge. The contrast between the dark architectural details and the bright sky emphasizes craftsmanship and cultural richness. The photo evokes reverence for heritage and artistry. …
Lucky SHD 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A monochrome photo shows a man sitting on a low brick wall in front of a traditional East Asian building. He wears dark clothes and a backpack, holding a phone to his face as if talking. Behind him is a brick structure with a tiled roof and a large, weathered double door. Small bushes and trees frame the walkway leading to the door. A bottle and other items rest on the wall nearby. The scene blends modern activity with historical architecture. 中文替代文字： 这是一…
@Techmeme@techhub.social
2025-12-22 11:45:40

Investigation: internal Binance files show it failed to stop hundreds of millions in crypto from flowing through suspicious accounts, even after a 2023 US deal (Financial Times)
ft.com/content/5d8af345-d593-4

Binance allowed suspicious accounts to operate even after 2023 US plea agreement
Leaked files show continued activity despite links to terror networks, failed ID checks and other red flags

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-11-23 00:34:17

Moody Urbanity - Past 📴
情绪化城市 - 过去 📴
📷 Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 533/16
🎞️ Ilford HP5, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A black-and-white photo of a traditional Chinese gate with ornate carvings and layered roof tiles. The gate bears the characters “成贤街” (Chengxian Street), indicating a culturally significant location. The structure is symmetrical, with decorative beams and eaves typical of classical Chinese architecture. In front of the gate, a modern traffic sign shows a crossed-out car symbol, indicating that cars are prohibited. The juxtaposition of ancient design a…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A vintage black-and-white photo of a traditional East Asian building. The roof features cylindrical tiles in overlapping rows, typical of Chinese architecture. Below the roof, a large arched doorway and a circular window with intricate carvings are visible. Tree branches hang in the foreground, partially obscuring the roof. The image has visible grain and wear, suggesting it is archival. The scene is quiet and timeless, evoking cultural heritage and a…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A monochrome photo shows a man standing beside a stroller on a sidewalk. He holds a helmet and faces a wall with Chinese characters reading “消防通道 禁止停车” (Fire Apparatus access route. No parking). The wall is flanked by traditional architectural elements and trees, suggesting a historical urban setting. A cyclist passes by in the foreground, blurred in motion. The contrast between stillness and movement adds depth. The man’s posture is relaxed, and the …
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text A black-and-white photo of an old brick wall featuring an arched doorway and a decorative window. The doorway is worn and partially damaged, while the window has ornate carvings. Stone steps lead up to the entrance. A bicycle leans against the wall to the right, adding a modern contrast. A striped concrete block sits in the foreground. The scene blends historical architecture with everyday urban life, evoking a sense of quiet nostalgia. 中文图像替代文字 这是一张…
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-10-21 00:59:51

Moody Urbanity - Manmade Confinements 🏗️
情绪化城市 - 人造禁锢 🏗️
📷 Pentax MX
🎞️ Kentmere Pan 400
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Kentmere Kentmere PAN 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photograph taken from a low angle, looking up at three towering modern buildings. The buildings have grid-like facades with rows of windows. Two structures frame the left and right sides of the image, while a third building rises in the center background. The sky is visible above, creating a stark contrast with the dark tones of the buildings. The perspective emphasizes verticality and scale, evoking a sense of urban grandeur a…
Kentmere Kentmere PAN 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white street-level view of a narrow pedestrian street flanked by tall modern buildings. The facades feature grid-like windows and balconies. On the right, storefronts with signage, awnings, and outdoor seating suggest cafes or restaurants. On the left, a building with large glass windows displays partial signage reading “ITAL” and “GN.” A glass-covered entrance in the foreground may lead underground. The scene is quiet, emphasizing u…
Kentmere Kentmere PAN 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photo of a building with barred windows and a decorative facade featuring horizontal stripes and circular patterns. An air conditioning unit is mounted between two windows. One window has partially obscured Chinese signage. A metal gate with ornate designs stands in front of the entrance. The image evokes a vintage or documentary feel, highlighting architectural details and urban texture. 中文替代文本： 这是一张黑白照片，展示一栋建筑，窗户装有铁栏杆，外墙装饰有横…
Kentmere Kentmere PAN 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image of a multi-story commercial building. The lower level features a sign with Chinese characters reading “交通旅行社” (Transportation Travel Agency). Above are barred windows and air conditioning units. The upper floors have enclosed balconies with glass windows reflecting trees and sky. The building’s facade suggests a mix of residential and business use in an urban Chinese setting. 中文替代文本： 这是一张黑白照片，展示一栋多层商业建筑。底层有一块中文招牌，写着“交通旅行…