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@kctipton@mas.to
2025-12-28 09:18:18

The Organists Improvising Soundtracks to Silent Films | The New Yorker newyorker.com/magazine/2025/12

The Organists Improvising Soundtracks to Silent Films
Early on, movies had no sound, but musicians provided live accompaniment. The tradition continues, Alex Ross reports.

@mlawton@mstdn.social
2025-11-26 20:30:29

I still would like to understand the no penalty decision for Ekitike. I mean, sure, there’s the en vogue precedent of ruling in whichever way harms #LFC maximally, but there is usually some flimsy rationale trotted out.

@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…
@kurtsh@mastodon.social
2025-11-23 18:38:14

The problem with Las Vegas is that visitors are now treated like marks rather than guests.
The $50 gotcha charge at Paris Las Vegas for unplugging a cord in the room to charge a laptop is a perfect example:
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“$50 Charge Because I Unplugged A Cord”: Paris Las Vegas Hotel’s Tiny Print Fee Sums Up Why Visitors Are Fleeing The City
A reader shares that the were billed "$50 to charge a laptop" at Paris Las Vegas, and they thought this was "an even more outrageous fee" than $26 for a bottle of water at Aria. Las Vegas executives can't seem to figure out why tourist visits are declining in the city.

@cheryanne@aus.social
2025-12-25 01:20:21

For those following along at home*... I peeled all the prawns! Successfully!
First time in decades. Even I couldn't ruin that particular Christmas tradition.
*Husband (Official Prawn Peeler in Chief) had an operation on left hand 2 weeks ago and also (due to misadventure) now has the right wrist in plaster.
#Prawns

@arXiv_condmatmtrlsci_bot@mastoxiv.page
2025-11-27 10:12:36

Controlled nucleation in methylamine-treated perovskite films by artificial seeding and phase-field simulations
Emilia R. Sch\"utz, Martin Majewski, Olivier J. J. Ronsin, Jens Harting, Lukas Schmidt-Mende
arxiv.org/abs/2511.21407

@mela@zusammenkunft.net
2025-12-24 06:13:09

aCAdeMiC FrEedOM. 🤡
nytimes.com/2025/12/23/us/mel-

Oklahoma Instructor Mel Curth Who Failed Student Samantha Fulnecky’s Gender Essay Is Fired
The instructor, a graduate student at the University of Oklahoma, gave a zero to a student who wrote an essay arguing in favor of traditional gender definitions based on biblical teachings.

@ruth_mottram@fediscience.org
2025-11-21 10:34:41

An evening discussing falling enrollment in #STEM courses at universities across Europe, especially traditional studies like chemistry, geology and meteorology. I wonder if young people are unaware of just how interesting #STEM careers to be? Or do they have the perception it's "too hard" compared to other subjects where easier grades may be had? Or is it simply they think they can have "better"* jobs in other fields?
#AcademicChatter
*Where better might mean higher paid, more prestigious, more certain of employment, or less workload or some combination of all of these... ?

@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
2025-11-23 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…