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David R. K. Adler, also known as David Adler is a political economist, researcher, and writer. Adler is the Co-General Coordinator of the Progressive International. His work focuses on a new internationalism to restore the balance between the Global North and Global South. Adler played an important role in Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's visit to Latin America in August 2023. He met with leaders in Brazil, Chile, and Colombia, which are the three largest leftist-led democracies in the region.  Education. David Adler has a PhD from the University of Oxford, where he studied the political economy of property markets as a Rhodes Scholar at New College. Career. He helped create the Progressive International in 2020. He is the Co-General Coordinator along with Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla. They are part of a group called the Progressive International Cabinet. Before joining Progressive International, David was part of the foreign policy advisory team for U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders. David also directed policy for Yanis Varoufakis and the Democracy in Europe Movement 2025 (DiEM25). During this time, he worked as a coordinator for the Green New Deal movement in Europe.  Adler has written articles about climate change and politics for the New York Times, The Guardian, and El Diario in Spanish. He has also co-written several articles with Yanis Varoufakis. Research. As a Fulbright Scholar at the Colegio de México in Mexico City, he created a housing strategy for the Housing Commission of the Mexican Senate. David also worked at the Centre for Policy Research in New Delhi, where he studied the Delhi Development Authority and how bureaucracy affects slum redevelopment.
Oasis is a proof of concept that seeks to recreate the look and gameplay of the 2011 video game Minecraft, using generative artificial intelligence. The project, whose development began in 2022 between artificial intelligence company Decart and computer hardware startup Etched, was released by Decart to the public on 31 October 2024. The game was released to a huge audience, and the website hosting the game almost crashed within 24 hours of its release. However, reactions were overwhelmingly mixed, as the game seemed to show no coherent logic in its actions or scenario. Some argued that the unpredictability of the AI made the game fun to watch and play. Creation and gameplay. The "proof-of-concept" demo version of the game was created by San Francisco- based Israeli artificial intelligence developer Decart and Silicon Valley computing hardware startup Etched, and funded by a $21 million grant from Israeli-American billionaire Oren Zeev and New York-based firm Sequoia Capital. The idea for the project originated from Harvard University graduate and Etched co-founder Robert Wachen and Israel Institute of Technology graduate and Decart co-founder Dean Leitersdorf after they met in 2022 and shared a common interest in the uses of OpenAI 's GPT-3. The game is named after the science fiction novel and film Ready Player One. It was announced and released to the public for free on October 31, 2024 by Decart, and claimed to be the first AI-playable open-world model game. The game aimed to replicate the gameplay style of the 2011 sandbox game "Minecraft" by using exclusively generative artificial intelligence, without using coding in the process. The AI that runs the game was trained by watching millions of hours of online "Minecraft" gameplay footage. This collected information was used to run "next frame prediction", which attempts to anticipate what the players next action will be from keyboard and mouse inputs based on previous video, in an attempt to simulate real-time gameplay and the game's physics and controls.
Atom.com (formerly AtomFilms) was a broadband entertainment network offering original short subject movies, animations, and series by independent creators. The company was founded in 1998 in Seattle by Mika Salmi. Sequoia Capital, led by Michael Moritz, was the lead investor in Atom Films. Overview. Atom Films was the first online video platform for Oscar winners Jason Reitman, Aardman Animations, and David Lynch. It was the first site to work with a property rights owner to allow works by the general public when it created a partnership with George Lucas for The Official Star Wars Fan Film Awards in November 2000. Buyout. On August 10, 2006, Atom Entertainment was bought by MTV Networks with all properties, including AtomFilms, Addicting Games, Addicting Clips (renamed AtomUploads) and Shockwave.com. The buyout occurred after negotiations against with Google to buy YouTube. In 2012, Atom.com was absorbed into Comedy Central, and was renamed CC Studios.
The 2002–03 U.S. television season was an interesting time for network television, as it marked the beginning of significant shifts in programming trends, particularly with the rise of reality television and the growing popularity of cable networks. Below is an overview of the network television schedule for the 2002–03 season, including major primetime shows and their time slots across the "Big Four" networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox. NOTE: This schedule reflects the general programming structure, but keep in mind that specific air times, particularly for some local markets, may have varied.
The 14 July Revolution also called the 1958 Iraqi military coup was a coup d'etat that happened during 14 July 1958. This resulted in the murder of Faisal II and the removal of the Hashemite-led Kingdom of Iraq.
The Amrit Bharat Express is an express rail in India. It is a superfast train. It first started running on the 30th December 2023. It is currently used in 2 lines across India. The train was designed to reach a speed of 160 km/h but reached a maximum speed of 130 km/h. It connects cities that are more than 800 km apart. Reference. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amrit_Bharat_Express Other websites. Indian Railways
The Ford Equator is a mid-size crossover SUV by JMC-Ford joint venture.  Overview. The Equator is a three-row mid-size crossover SUV, located in the JMC-Ford model range lower than the Everest. The Equator is powered by a transverse-mounted 2.0-liter turbocharged "EcoBoost" engine based on the "JX4G20" petrol engine developed by JMC and AVL which produces 221 hp (224 PS; 165 kW).  Equator Sport/Territory. A shorter two-row version of the Equator named the Equator Sport or Territory on export markets presented on Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2021. Its 140 mm shorter than the Equator. The Equator Sport is equipped with an EcoBoost "4G15F6C" engine with a power of 125 kW (168 hp).
What is Spin Ice? Spin ice is a magnetic crystal. It is also known as a microcontroller. It does not have a minimal-energy state which means that it does not rest at one place but instead fluctuates, in this case it is its magnetism that is moving. This is because the atoms inside of its crystal structure are always moving and cannot physically rest in one position. In its stable form it will continue to exhibit magnetic fluctuations at some frequency. Affects connected electrical systems and vice versa when a current is applied. Spin ice is therefore like a battery for magnetic moments that would eventually melt after expending its energy. Recipe for Spin Ice. With a massive amount of energy we can create a crystal. To make spin ice scientists have used tiny magnets inside of complex crystals.
Kris Law, born Chin Chiang (or KLCC), is a Malaysian actor of Chinese and Thai descent. He became the first ASEAN actor to debut in India, starring with Aamir Khan in the Incredible India campaign. In Malaysia, he is known for playing Christien, the first openly gay character on primetime TV in Ampang Medikal. Law has acted in films from Malaysia, Singapore, Bollywood, and Hong Kong. He began his career in 2000 as a copywriter in Leo Burnett, where director Yasmin Ahmad said he got the job due to his initials (KLCC), royal bloodline, and shared birthday with Giorgio Armani and Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is a free trade agreement for the Asia-Pacific countries of Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.  The 15 member countries make up about 30% of the world's population (2.2 billion people) and 30% of global GDP ($29.7 trillion). It is the largest trade bloc in history. It was signed in November 2020. RCEP is the first free trade agreement for the largest economies in Asia, including China, Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea.
Martial law in Poland () happened from 13 December 1981 to 22 July 1983. The government of the Polish People's Republic used it to stop protests and control the country. It targeted the Solidarity movement and other groups. Background. Poland had many problems in the 1970s. The government borrowed money but could not fix the economy. Food and other goods were limited. In 1980, workers started Solidarity, the first free trade union in the Communist Bloc. Protests grew. General Wojciech Jaruzelski became the leader. He wanted to end protests. Description. On 13 December 1981, Jaruzelski said martial law started. The Military Council of National Salvation (WRON) was created to lead the country. The army and police worked to stop protests. During martial law: Deaths. In total, almost 100 people died. Fewer protests happened in 1982. Martial law ended on 31 December 1982.
Maisie Hannah Peters (born 28 May 2000) is an English singer-songwriter. She began her career on her own, releasing two songs. In 2018 she signed with Atlantic Records, releasing two EPs and the second series soundtrack to the British comedy series "Trying". In 2021, she left Atlantic and signed with Ed Sheeran's Gingerbread Man Records. Next, she released her first studio album, "You Signed Up for This". Peters released her second album, "The Good Witch", in June 2023. Peters became the youngest solo British woman artist to top the UK album charts in nearly a decade with "The Good Witch". Early life. Maisie Hannah Peters was born on 28 May 2000 in Steyning, a small town in West Sussex, England Her parents were a geography teacher and communications worker. She has a twin sister, Ellen, who has been featured on her YouTube channel and Peters' 2021 single "Brooklyn" was written because of her. Peters began singing in choirs about age eight. She wrote her first song at age nine and began writing songs often at the age of 12, after using her friend's guitar for a school project. She went to Steyning Grammar School, where she won the 2015 annual talent show with her song "Electric". At age 15, she began busking on the streets of Brighton and adding songs she wrote to YouTube. She also did acting with Ariel Company Theatre. Career. At age 15 in 2016, Peters did her first recorded show, performing several of her songs on "The Ayala Show". In August 2017, Peters released her debut single by herself, called "Place We Were Made". Four months later, she released her second single, "Birthday".
A Q Star, also a grey hole, is a hypothetical neutron star. It contains a strange matter. It would have a gravitational pull so strong that some light, but not all photons can escape.
Planet Nine, also called Planet X, is a hypothetical planet orbiting beyond Neptune. This theory would explain the anomalies in the Kuiper Belt. Planet 9 could have a weight (mass) about 5 to 10 times the weight of Earth. Since this planet should orbit far away, it would take between 10000 to 20000 Earth years to orbit the Sun. The brightness (Magnitude) of Planet 9 could be around 21, which means that it is very dim.
GDScript is a programming language that is used for the game engine Godot. This language is similar to Python, with syntax and arguments alike. Example. Here is an example of the GDScript Language: extends Sprite2d func _ready():  print("Hello World!") Reference. https://docs.godotengine.org/en/stable/getting_started/introduction/index.html
YouTube Poop (YTP) also known simply as a poop, is a type of mashup or video edit created by remixing/editing preexisting media sources, often carrying subcultural meaning into a new video for humorous, satirical, obscene, absurd, and profane—as well as annoying, confusing, or dramatic purposes. Originally from the United States, poops are now produced all over the world. The name can vary from country to country, with the country's acronym being used next to ‘YouTube Poop’; Brazilian poops, for example, use the name YouTube Poop BR, or YTPBR in its shortened form. There's also (YTPMV) or simply ‘YouTube Poop Music Video’, which is a musical genre that uses human voices, noises and robotic sounds. History. YouTube Poop is a subset of remix culture, in which existing ideas and media are modified and reinterpreted to create new art and media in various contexts. Forms of remix culture existed long before the internet, with Luke Dormehl of DigitalTrends listing William Burroughs' cut-up technique and samples in hip-hop as examples. Dormehl also says that “aesthetically”, YouTube Poop is similar to MTV's “frenetic editing style” in the 1980s, which featured “fast, non-linear cuts” that focused less on character or plot than on evoking a feeling.
Bubble Shooter is a puzzle game. The original version of the game was created for Microsoft Windows by Absolutist Games in 2000. Since 2000, original version has been improved some times and many clones of the game has been released. Bubble Shooter Deluxe version 1.6 was released in April 2004. This version is supported by many operating systems. Gameplay. The player wants to join bubbles with the same coloration into one larger group. If he manages to connect 3 or more bubbles, the whole bubble cluster disappears. The player's task is to get rid of all bubbles on the screen in this way and advance to the next round. Bubble Shooter is puzzle game.
The Panguana poison frog ("Ameerega panguana") is a frog. It lives in Peru. Home. This frog lives near streams in a kind of forest called a purma. It can also live in forests that have never been cut down and forests that were destroyed and are growing back. People have seen it between 200 and 400 meters above sea level. The frog lives in at least four protected places: San Matías–San Carlos Protection Forest, El Sira Communal Reserve, Yánesha Communal Reservation, and a private concession called ACP Panguana. Young. The males frog sits on leaves and calls to the female frogs. After the eggs hatch, the adult frogs carry the tadpoles to pools of water. Danger. Scientists say this frog is not in danger of dying out. It is in some danger from fires and because human beings change the places where the frog lives to make farms for themselves, to get wood to build with, and to make places for cows to eat grass. People do sell this frog as a pet, but scientists say this is not a big danger to the frog.
Siurell is a traditional ceramic piece from Mallorca that has a leisure function and as a whistle. They are generally made of clay and whitewashed with lime. They are usually decorated with colorful brushstrokes. This is a object of popular Mallorcan ceramics. They have been made in types. They have been used as toys by children from families, although during segle 19th and early segle XIX century became fashionable. The typical day to buy siurells is during Sant Marçal, held on June 30 at sanctuary of Sa Cabaneta. Description. Some people think it comes from an ancient Arabic toy, although there are also similar forms in Sardinia, Ibiza and Crete. The Cretan forms are found in the Heraklion Museum from excavations at the Palace of Knossos. There is another theory that suggests that they originated in Greek culture centuries before Christianity. The siurell expresses the traditions of the Bronze Age. It has been attributed religious significance due coincidences and similarities with archaeology of Greece, Cyprus, Greece or Sardinia. In Segovia there are similar figures also with whistle, but siurell shows characteristics with Mallorcan folk dances. Curiosities. Joan Miró really liked siurells. In interview, he said:
Hurricane Catarina was a rare hurricane that struck Brazil in 2004 formed in the Southern Atlantic Ocean Meteorological History.  Catarina made landfall in Brazil as a category 2 hurricane
A purma is a type of grassy place or forest in the Amazon Basin. It is a type of forest that has been cut down and is growing back. There are purmas in South America. Sometimes people cut down Amazon forest to make a farm. These farms are called chacras. After people stop using the farm, the trees and other plants start to grow back. Then it becomes a purma. Scientists call purma "early successional forest." This means that a forest is only a purma for part of the time it is growing back.
The Emperor of Russia, also known as the Tsar, was the ruler of the Russian Empire. This title was used from the 16th century until the monarch was abolished in 1917. The Tsar had absolute power over the government, military, and religion in Russia. The position was usually passed down from father to son within royal families. The Tsars were considered to be divinely appointed and often ruled with strong authority, although some, like Peter the Great, made reforms to modernize Russia. The last emperor was Tsar Nicholas II. He abdicated from the throne in 1917 after Russia's defeat in World War I and following the Russian Revolution. His reign ended the Russian Empire and the Romanov dynasty's 300-year rule of Russia.
Wolfgang Becker (22 June 1954 – 12 December 2024) was a German movie director and screenwriter. He was best known for his work "Good Bye Lenin!" (2003). Becker died in Berlin, Germany on 12 December 2024, at the age of 70.
Charles Brian Handy, CBE (25 July 1932 – 13 December 2024) was an Irish author and philosopher. His works focused in organizational behavior and management. Handy was the chairman of the Royal Society of Arts from 1987 to 1989.  Handy died on 13 December 2024 at his home in London, England at the age of 92.
Gerd Heidemann (4 December 1931 – 9 December 2024) was a German journalist. He was best known for his role in the publication of Hitler Diaries that were later proved to be fake. Heidemann died in Hamburg, Germany on 9 December 2024, at the age of 93.
The 13th congressional district of Illinois is currently represented by Democrat Nikki Budzinski. After the 2020 census, the 13th congressional district was made up of Champaign, Urbana, most of Decatur and Springfield, and most of the Metro East of St. Louis. All of Macoupin County, and sections of Champaign, Macon, Madison, Piatt, Sangamon, and St. Clair Counties, are included in the new 13th.
The 14th congressional district of Illinois is currently represented by Democrat Lauren Underwood. It is located in northern Illinois and has the northern and western suburbs of Chicago. Joseph Gurney Cannon, who was the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, represented the district early in his career (1873–83). The 14th district was represented from 1987 to 2007 by Republican Dennis Hastert, who also was Speaker of the House .
The 16th congressional district of Illinois is represented by Republican Darin LaHood.  Former representatives who represented this district include Everett Dirksen, who went on to become the Republican leader in the United States Senate; John B. Anderson, who became the 3rd highest ranking Republican in the House and went on to run as a major independent candidate in the 1980 Presidential election; and Lynn Martin, who later served as United States Secretary of Labor. It covers parts of DeKalb, Ford, Stark, Will and Winnebago counties, and all of Boone, Bureau, Grundy, Iroquois, LaSalle, Lee, Livingston, Ogle and Putnam counties. All or parts of Belvidere, Channahon, DeKalb, Dixon, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Ottawa, Morris, Pontiac, Rockford and Streator are included.
Virginia "Pepper" Potts is a fictional character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), portrayed by Gwyneth Paltrow. Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, she first appeared in "Iron Man" (2008) as the personal assistant to Tony Stark (Iron Man), played by Robert Downey Jr. Over the course of the MCU, her character evolves significantly. Initially introduced as a supportive assistant, Pepper demonstrates intelligence, resourcefulness, and a strong moral compass. As Tony Stark's love interest, she becomes more central to his character arc. The relationship between Pepper and Tony undergoes various challenges as the series progresses. They eventually get married and have a daughter named Morgan Stark. In "Iron Man 3" (2013), Pepper takes on a more prominent role as the CEO of Stark Industries, showcasing her business skills and leadership. In some adaptations, especially in the comics, Pepper dons her own set of armor, known as Rescue. In "" (2019), she appears in her armor to assist Iron Man in the final battle. Pepper often embodies themes of loyalty, support, and empowerment. She acts as a grounding force for Tony Stark, influencing his journey from a self-centered billionaire to a hero who cares for humanity. Pepper Potts has become an iconic character in the MCU, resonating with audiences for her intelligence, strength, and complexity.
Justin Hammer is a character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), portrayed by actor Sam Rockwell. Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, he first appears in the movie "Iron Man 2", released in 2010. Hammer is a businessman and the CEO of Hammer Industries, a weapons manufacturing company that serves as a rival to Tony Stark's Stark Industries. In "Iron Man 2", Hammer is depicted as an opportunistic and somewhat shady character who seeks to regain prominence in the defense industry following Tony Stark's decision to cease producing weapons. He attempts to create a new line of armored suits and showcases his technology at a government weapons expo. However, his plans are undermined by the machinations of the villain Ivan Vanko (Whiplash), leading to chaos and confrontation. Hammer's character is noted for his charisma and humor, often providing comic relief amidst the film's more serious moments. Despite his ambitious aspirations, his lack of technological expertise compared to Stark ultimately leads to his downfall. There have been no further appearances of Justin Hammer in the MCU, but the character remains a memorable part of Tony Stark's story and the larger narrative of the franchise. Rockwell's portrayal of Hammer has garnered a following, and there is speculation among fans about a potential return in future projects.
Bartholomew Henry "Barry" Allen, also known as The Flash, is a character within the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), portrayed by actor Ezra Miller and based on the DC Comics superhero of the same name. Introduced in "" (2016), Barry is depicted as a young man with the ability to run at superhuman speeds, which he gains from a combination of a genetic condition and an accident involving lightning and chemicals. In the DCEU, Barry Allen is characterized as a socially awkward but determined individual, often using his intelligence and quick reflexes to tackle challenges. He has a deep desire to become a hero and is motivated by the loss of his mother, who was murdered when he was a child, and the wrongful imprisonment of his father. His character is further explored in "Justice League" (2017), where he joins Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and Cyborg to thwart the threat posed by Steppenwolf and his army of Parademons. Barry's youthful exuberance and comedic timing provide a contrast to some of the more serious characters in the movie. As of October 2023, Barry Allen's story continues in the DCEU, with various developments in related film projects. "The Flash", which was released in 2023, delves deeper into his character, exploring themes of time travel, alternate realities, and the consequences of altering the past, emphasizing Barry's struggles and growth as a superhero. Overall, Barry Allen serves as a key figure in the DCEU, contributing to the larger narrative of superhero teamwork and personal heroism.
The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky is an Australian TV show that was aired in ABC Kids.