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@markhburton@mstdn.social
2025-11-28 13:44:48

At last a sensible note on the bond problem that underpins the tax rises in #Budget2025.
"Slowing quantitative tightening, having the Bank of England absorb its own losses on its balance sheet and reducing the amount of interest paid out on reserves all offer ways for the government to recoup these losses and invest in public services and infrastructure. "
Budget tax rises to…

Budget tax rises to be overshadowed by Bank of England bond sales and losses
Bank of England to make cumulative losses of £112bn until 2030/31, wiping out the £78bn in tax rises raised in today’s budget

@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-12-29 00:30:01

Monumental 🪦
纪念 🪦
📷 Nikon F4E
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photo depicts an urban scene with a large semi-circular metal sculpture in the foreground, partially hidden by a hedge. Behind it are modern high-rise buildings with glass facades and Chinese signage. The buildings feature vertical lines and grid patterns, suggesting a commercial or business district. The contrast between the natural hedge and sleek architecture highlights the blend of nature and urban design. 中文替代文字： 这是一张黑白城市景观照片，前…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white photo shows the exterior of Schindler German Beer Hall in Beijing. The signage includes both English and Chinese text, with logos for German beer brands like Weihenstephan above the entrance. Below, another sign reads “BEIJING CHINA.” In front of the building, a sculpture of two human figures in motion—possibly dancers—adds an artistic touch. The architecture blends German beer hall aesthetics with local Chinese elements, creating a …
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black-and-white street scene captures a cyclist in the foreground wearing a helmet and patterned clothing. A white car partially obscures the view. In the background, tall trees line the street, and a person walks on the sidewalk. A large abstract sculpture with looping forms stands near the trees. Two signs are visible: one indicates a parking lot 50 meters ahead, and the other points to a public toilet. The image reflects a typical urban environme…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: An outdoor art installation features dynamic sculptures of children in playful poses, appearing to run or fly with joyful expressions. Each child sculpture is mounted on a separate platform and arranged in a line, creating a sense of motion and interaction. In the foreground, a large abstract metal structure frames the scene. Behind the sculptures are display boards with text and images, likely describing the exhibit. A building with vertical banners …
@heiseonline@social.heise.de
2025-09-29 09:23:00

Analyse: Möglicher Asteroideneinschlag in den Mond ließe sich noch verhindern
Noch ist nicht auszuschließen, dass der Asteroid 2024 YR₄ in sieben Jahren in den Mond einschlägt, mit gefährlichen Folgen. Gegenwehr wäre jetzt noch möglich.

Analyse: Möglicher Asteroideneinschlag in den Mond ließe sich noch verhindern
Noch ist nicht auszuschließen, dass der Asteroid 2024 YR₄ in sieben Jahren in den Mond einschlägt, mit gefährlichen Folgen. Gegenwehr wäre jetzt noch möglich.

@servelan@newsie.social
2025-09-29 06:22:19

No wonder Russia's getting Cubans to fight in Ukraine...
In Cuba, the Revolution has broken its promises: Hunger and homelessness are on the rise | International | EL PAÍS English
english.elpais.com/internation

@NFL@darktundra.xyz
2025-10-29 11:59:26

Why the 6-2 Patriots traded Keion White and Kyle Dugger -- and what could be next espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/467649

Why did the 6-2 Patriots trade away two former starters? - ESPN
New England has been active ahead of Tuesday's NFL trade deadline with a pair of trades. Here's why.

@arXiv_csCL_bot@mastoxiv.page
2025-09-29 11:14:17

The InviTE Corpus: Annotating Invectives in Tudor English Texts for Computational Modeling
Sophie Spliethoff, Sanne Hoeken, Silke Schwandt, Sina Zarrie{\ss}, \"Ozge Ala\c{c}am
arxiv.org/abs/2509.22345

The InviTE Corpus: Annotating Invectives in Tudor English Texts for Computational Modeling
In this paper, we aim at the application of Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques to historical research endeavors, particularly addressing the study of religious invectives in the context of the Protestant Reformation in Tudor England. We outline a workflow spanning from raw data, through pre-processing and data selection, to an iterative annotation process. As a result, we introduce the InviTE corpus -- a corpus of almost 2000 Early Modern English (EModE) sentences, which are enriched …

@paul@social.van.buu.re
2025-09-29 13:12:34

"Het toestaan van generatieve AI voor dit soort doeleinden aan een universiteit is alsof je een aspirant-bergbeklimmer het telefoonnummer leert van een helikopterservice, en vervolgens doet alsof je bergbeklimmers opleidt."
Je leest het deze week weer in de nieuwsbrief van @…

AI in week 39
New!! A newsletter in English! Scroll down, or visit my site and read this newsletter in English too! If you subscribed a long time ago and never received a newsletter before that's because there we none in English before, so welcome!! So Dutch readers, don't worry! This newsletter looks like

@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…
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-10-28 00:30:01

Moody Urbanity - Metro Consistency 🗿
情绪化城市 - 都市质地 🗿
📷 Zeiss IKON Super Ikonta
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image of a playground featuring a tunnel-like structure made of curved metal bars. The bars form looping arches over a tiled platform, inviting children to crawl or walk through. In the background, trees, benches, and a few people—including a child and an adult—add life to the scene. Urban buildings peek through the trees, hinting at a city setting. The structure’s artistic design and rhythmic curves create a playful yet sculptural …
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A black-and-white image of a public park featuring a modern sculpture or playground structure. The foreground shows a circular base made of dark stone-like material, with curved metal rods arching overhead to form a dome-like shape. A large circular element behind it may be part of the same installation. Trees, benches, and people in the background suggest a peaceful, communal space. The abstract design adds a sense of creativity and modernity to the…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) English Alt Text: A tranquil black-and-white photo of a park walkway lined with tall trees and artistic installations. A prominent sculpture of a human figure with raised arms stands in the foreground, made of reflective or metallic material. Along the path, tall poles display fish-shaped decorations, possibly wind vanes or art pieces. Benches and framed posters suggest the area may host exhibitions. The blend of nature and art creates a peaceful, contemplative atmosp…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (6x6) 🖼️ Image 1: Park with circular structures and benches English Alt Text: A black-and-white photo of a public park with tall trees and a paved surface. In the background, a building features a row of circular structures that resemble amusement ride components or large bicycle racks. A spherical object nearby may be play equipment. Benches and trash bins line the foreground, suggesting a space for rest and leisure. The mature trees cast shadows across the pavement, and …
@leftsidestory@mstdn.social
2025-12-28 01:15:15

On the Side II 🆓
在边缘 II 🆓
📷 Nikon F4E
🎞️ Ilford HP5 Plus 400, expired 1993
#filmphotography #Photography #blackandwhite

Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A close-up black and white photograph of a curved metal surface, possibly part of a fence or gate. Above a thin wire loops gently. In the blurred background, two cars—one white and one dark—are parked, adding urban context. The delicate form contrasts with the hard metal and modern vehicles, highlighting nature’s quiet presence in a busy city. 中文替代文字： 这是一张黑白特写照片，拍摄了一个弯曲的金属表面上，可能是围栏或大门的一部分。上方有一根细线轻轻地环绕着。背景模糊，隐约可见一辆白色和一辆深色汽车，增添了城市氛围。柔软的形态与坚硬的金属和现代车辆形成…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black and white image showing a group of metallic shopping carts nested together beside a large plastic trash bin labeled “BRUTE.” The carts are aligned in a corner, suggesting they’ve been returned after use. Behind them, a wall is painted with abstract curved shapes, adding visual interest. The scene captures a mundane yet essential part of retail life, framed in a stark monochrome tone. 中文替代文字： 这是一张黑白照片，展示了一组金属购物车整齐地嵌套在一起，旁边是一个标有“BRUTE”的大型塑料垃圾桶。…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black and white photo of a metal staircase with open risers, allowing light to cast shadows below. Railings run along both sides. To the right, a motorcycle is partially visible, parked in a shaded area. In the foreground, a concrete structure bears a triangular warning sign. The interplay of light and shadow adds drama to the industrial setting, emphasizing texture and geometry. 中文替代文字： 这是一张黑白照片，描绘了一座金属楼梯，楼梯踏板之间留有空隙，使光线能够穿透并在地面投下阴影。楼梯两侧设有栏杆。右侧阴影处停…
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 (FF) English Alt Text: A black and white photo of a complex urban scene featuring multiple elevated highways crossing above a street-level area. Beneath the overpasses, cars and motorcycles are parked in a lot. A pedestrian walkway with railings runs along the left side, leading upward toward the elevated structures. The concrete pillars and layered roads dominate the composition, creating a sense of scale and depth. The monochrome palette emphasizes the contrast between th…