#Files from Google Arts & Culture

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A.B.A: Creature or Bride?

I have previously seen people compare A.B.A with The Bride of Frankenstein, and I used to think they were wrong, as to me, I saw parallels with The Creature instead and, me being frankly unfamiliar about the Bride (salve from very surface references in popular culture) thought they only adscribed the similarity due to being "frankenwomen" lmao. But as it turns out, they might indeed have more in common! They say "A wise man changes his mind sometimes but a fool never" so I do apologise for my incorrect assumption. While I do personally feel her inspiration would lean a little bit more on the Creature, I thought it'd be interesting to see A.B.A, the Creature and the Bride side by side to see their similarities:

(Disclaimer: As of now, I still haven't properly watched any of the classic Frankenstein movies, as I want to wait til I finish the book (which I haven't done yet), my knowledge comes from some research. So while I'm attempting this is all correct information I could perfectly be wrong about some facts. If so feel free to correct me!

(This also especially applies to what I mention about Japanese words, as I don't know that language, I rely on google translator and internet dictionaries. Misunderstandings are bound to happen)

I might revisit this in the future once I get to up to date with the films and the book, if there's more stuff I haven't noticed while I type this. :)

Also, I think all Creature references I mention are related to especifically Film Creature, not the book's, those I can't go without mentioning at least one of A.B.A's traits, her wordiness, wouldn't correlate with any of the movies' simulacra, but the book's Creature, who can give long speeches. And yes, the movie version is refered to as Monster but I've grown fond of using Creature as a catchall for him)

Our first stop is part of these concept art files (which the kind @.famiccha fully uploaded for any A.B.A fan that wants to see them!), where A.B.A has wires in her head. Caveat: This art collection has concepts that didn't fully make it in (like Para resembling A.B.A's headkey or the latter's top clothing having an X on it), I don't think I've ever seen another instance of A.B.A having these wires, but this is an interesting reference of what they had in mind while trying to get A.B.A's design. According to google translator, the text with an arrow pointing at her wires says "a mysterious electric wire appears. This is a female version of Franken)". This is one of the parts I associate more with the creature, as there's no sign of the word bride. (花嫁, hanayome. In Japanese the Bride of Frankenstein movie is called フランケンシュタインの花嫁, which means the same as in English) in the picture, just Franken (フランケン, yes, just Franken, not the full name. Very curious. Btw, Frankenstein is said as, well, you guessed it, フランケンシュタイン) Electricity is obviously associated with both the Creature and the Bride, of course, but A.B.A having a key-shaped screw going through her head (according to ggworld) is something that only the Creature possesses, though in his case they're bolts that work as electrodes. Maybe A.B.A's screw works as an electrode, too... Who knows!

Funnily, I thought A.B.A's mysterious wire could be a way to call back to the Bride's iconic lightning shaped hairstreaks or, if you allow me to do the biggest reach ever, similar to The Bride's hair actually being partly made with wire, so to speak (more on that later, keep a pin on it), but after researching, I'm pretty confident it references the Creature, as he has a forehead scar held with metal clasps, which is close in position as A.B.A's!

“He was apt to cut the top of the skull straight across like a pot lid, hinge it, pop the brain in and then clamp it tight,” Pierce told the magazine. “That’s why I made the monster’s head square and flat like a shoebox and added that big scar across the forehead with the metal clamps to hold it together.”-According to Jack Pierce, the make up artist behind both the Creature and the Bride's looks

So, were we to adscribe a function to her "mysterious wire"... It could perfectly be to keep her head in place lol.

So, with all this and more (her being the one to instigate any romance, her Strive boots's design, and a big etc.) you might ask where did I even find similarities with her and the Bride (aside from uh.. being women and uhh.. Strive A.B.A having long hair???), so I'll explain:

A.B.A fans, isn't the Bride having bandaged arms (and just straight up being fully bandaged at first, when she's born) kind of familiar?

But there's another very important part of A.B.A's (classic) design that is either a reference to The Bride or one of the best coincidences ever:

See, I thought the Bride was supposed to have black hair. After all, the popular culture depiction of her, even some licensed Universal stuff has her sport this... But her movie appearance is played by Elsa Lanchester, who is a redhead. Here's Lanchester in the movie Bell, Book and Candle:

Her hair as the Bride is actually hers but, now, she could have dyed her hair for the Bride movie, right? Well, I couldn't find any report of her as the Bride having dyed hair! Even if not all Bride depictions share that hair color, we have officially seen her as a redhead in some depictions. I chose this illustration by Karoly Grosz, Universal's art director in the 1930's:

And of course, none other than the original movie poster itself!:

I hope you people enjoyed this admitedly wordy dive into some of A.B.A's design's inspirations as much as I did :)

Lastly, two fun facts:

First, here's what I meant with the Bride's hair being Lanchester's but also being sort of made with wire:

"Pierce co-created the Bride's makeup with strong input from Whale, especially regarding the Bride's iconic hair style, based on Nefertiti. Lanchester's hair was given a Marcel wave over a wire frame to achieve the style."-From Wikipedia

Second, in The Bride of Frankenstein movie, we see one of its characters, Dr. Pretorius, has created homunculi! (not refered as such in the movie but Wikipedia calls them as such, which is not surprising considering Pretorius' creations are small artificial humans, who are even (mostly) in jars)

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When I was a child in 2013, visiting Nickelodeon's site and finding a treasure-trove of Spongebob, Winx and TMNT flash games was like magic to me. BUT MAN. The TMNT flash games are one of the best ever to me I've played in my life. (on an aesthetic stand-point! Turtle Tactics and Dark Horizons are so awesome man, legendary flash games to me.)

Since I am utterly autistic about 4 green alien turtles and their rat dad...Here we are again. With me posting OC cringe 2016 me would've killed myself over :V (cry about it 11 yo/ me, afraid of cringe culture back then, it's DEAD NOW)

Gonna sneak-post my redo of that ancient drawing I did of Alex 2 years ago, for the base-post : D

2 years ago, I used flashpoint to replay it for the first time in years and I remember crying of glee LOL (I still play Dark Horizons and turtle tactis to this day btw). I played Dark Horizons and Turtle Tactics and also TMNT: Throw Back (NO I DID NOT NAME THIS LIKE A MEME THIS IS ITS NAME. I STILL BURST INTO LAUGHTER LIKE A CHILD OVER THE NAME AGING POORLY DUE TO INTERNET LINGO)

Those 2 flash games are just so...Technically advanced?? For its time?? LIKE A FULLY FLEDGED 3D FLASH GAME WITH UNITY ENGINE BASIS? DAMN. And then Dark Horizons? CHEF'S KISS I LOVE THAT GAME SO MUCH. AESTHETICALLY AND THE COMBAT FEELS RLLY NICE TO ME IMO, AND JUST...Everything about THAT flash game, god TIMELESS CLASSIC I COULD YAP ON FOR HOURS ABOUT THIS NO JOKE.

I am enthralled by the designs and art of Dark Horizons, it's why I made this drawing. The game just..Speaks to me on so many levels. IT'S JUST SO PLEASING TO SEE ALL THE ARTWORK I EXTRACTED. As far to my knowledge- it never got released, so I might make a post of just a few favourites I liked from the game. :D

I just wonder if I can post those in the first place, it's after all, not my artwork, from a flash game, and TMNT, so yeah, legal IP and stuff. I unfortunately don't know who the artist if of the flash games, but if I can find that out via googling or digging for credits in the game or the files, I'll see if I can credit them, so that posting will be fairly accredited!!

OH YEAH RIGHT ALSO QUICK BANTER ABT ART SORRY I AM VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT THOSE FLASH GAMES AS YOU CAN TELL,,,

I studied the in-game sprites for a good few hours back then, and did my best to replicate it to the best of my abilities!! I think Mushu maybe could've been done better looking back at it, but I think it was the best that I could do back then. :D Plus, I remember being really happy, excited and proud of this piece, as it reflected something, my childhood self always wanted: For Alex to like.."fake" being an official character LOL. I had sooo many dreams where Alex was hanging out with the turtles and Ninjago and throwing in Power Rangers for good measure, just...Everything I liked as a child, I somehow connected in my dreams via either "OH YEAH THE RAINBOW FAIRY!" or "OH YEAH SUDDENLY PORTAL AND MY MARY-SUES JUST BRAVE IT WHILST THE OFFICIAL CHARACTERS DRAMATICALLY TELL THEM NOT TO GO"

^I had vivid and....Creative dreams as a child to say the least, sometimes even Darth Vader and Eggman appeared as the bad guys, despite TMNT and Power Rangers and Ninjago w/ the snakes and lord Garmadon or however you spell him (I never checked + I'm German so ofc his name might be different in english)- I- do I have to go on about the dreams I FULLY remember I had, as a 6-9 yo/, until I told myself at 10 how embarassing my dreams are and stopped doing so? I DIGRESS. I..Need to be more professional in these, instead of such pure fandom trash oml, I feel bad for whoever actually has to read through my blatant autistic interests as a child and thinking "wtf is he on about" dfgklfdg

ANYWAY NEKST POST IS THE BASE. I SWEAR. SORRY I LOVE RAMBLING

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HAHAHAHAHA I WIN. FUCK YOU GOOGLE ARTS AND CULTURE, I MADE A HIGH RESOLUTION FILE OF OTTO DIX'S DER KRIEG FROM 53 SCREENSHOTS FROM YOUR SITE, YOU CAN'T KEEP ART OUT OF MY HANDS FUCK YOU IT ONLY TOOK AN HOUR AND A HALF

[capesandshapes]

Thinking about the invisible barriers to entry for publishing and how people who grew up in an upper to middle class background with supportive parents will start trickling into writing spaces for the next three months complaining about agents and publishers allowing additional consideration to people, members of the lgbtq+, and the disabled as a result of inclusive pitmads and open calls.

To query in the 2020s means having access to reliable technology in order to type out your novel, internet to query (and I was told in 2019 to send out 80 queries in my first round and expect to receive a form filled rejection letter like once-- the rest would never so much as acknowledge seeing your query), social media so you can be a part of all of the pitching events and jump on whatever opportunities you can (while being expected by some publishers to build your own following at the same time), and not only time but the emotional energy to write.

And I'm not even touching on the educational elitism that runs rampant through the arts, or the fact that many publishers and agents now expect you to query when a highly edited manuscript following their formatting guidelines in an approved file type (and no, it's not an imagined thing, converting Google drive documents to word does effect the formatting).

All of this is just to get your foot in the door. And half the time, the people who will tell you that it's easier to get a book deal if you're a marginalized person willfully ignore the fact that there are millions of people out there who couldn't get into the gated community that is access and stability to start walking towards the door. They don't want to talk about the people who were given additional consideration, but weren't accepted because an agent or publisher didn't feel that they were educated enough, or that they edited their manuscript enough, or their drive to word conversion turned all paragraph indentation into the dreaded five spaces instead of the much revered tabbing.

"You're more likely to get a book deal if you're a person of color, gay, or disabled," even once we move past how ungodly untrue that is, no one who bitches about agency and publisher calls for diverse writers wants to talk about the hundreds of people who were given additional consideration through those calls and didn't receive adequate marketing from their publisher or ended up grossly underperforming for reasons they cannot control. They don't see the people who will see the name on a book or flip to the back cover and put it down. Or that queer and non anglo Christian stories are going to be at a disadvantage in a marketplace dominated by white, straight, Christian culture.

Traditionally published people also aren't likely to be making bank to start off with, considering the fact that the majority of them fail even with all things working for them, and you don't get royalties until your advance is paid out by book sales. Publishers don't tend to give you another book deal or beg for a sequel if you aren't selling well, regardless of who you are.

There's about a dozen poc/lgbtq+/disabled authors from every publishing class (debut year), but everyone who bitches that it's definitely easier to get a publishing deal if you're a minority can only name like three successful POC authors, one disabled, and like if they try really hard like a single gay person in their genre-- like ignore the expanding literary canon that has introduced Toni Morrison and Walt Whitman to English programs across America, who in the genre that they write can they name off the top of their head that is not straight, white, neurotypical, and able bodied. Like, don't get me wrong, they've probably read a few more than just those people but can't remember off the top of their heads... Just like they can't remember the hundreds of books by white straight authors that they have read in their genre. Everyone knows the names of their favorite authors and the people that they consider themselves ~inspired~ by, but there are genuinely so many books by people of privilege that we don't really 'see' half of them.

But sure, whatever, it's unfair that you don't get as many publishing calls for you to submit your literary masterpiece, and you're surely being discriminated against. How will the world live without the new Shakespeare written by yet another monkey on a typewriter-- we even gave it internet.

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Kitchen Interiors, Bad Roommates, 1930s Costume, and Levitation: Highlights from the Minneapolis Central Library Picture File

A range of cabinets on the 3rd floor of the Minneapolis Central Library hold the library’s Picture File, a collection of 600,000 images—in both color and black and white—sourced from books and magazines between 1895 and 2001. The collection provides a visual history of American culture in the twentieth century, tracking changing trends in fashion, interior design, and advertisement, as well as subjects in the news, reproductions of paintings and photography, and portraits of notable people. Many of these images were never digitized: you won’t find them in a Google image search.

Throughout the years, the Picture File has been a resource for local artists, History Day project students, theater set designers, zine authors, Halloween costume brainstormers, advertising creatives, and others looking for visual inspiration. The library’s annual report of 1943 even noted with pride that librarians from St. Paul Public Library had borrowed material for a children’s exhibit: “the reason for this—the St. Paul Art Department has no such collection of pictures.”

The files, indexed by subject, often reveal surprises. Librarians used the headings to play with meaning and stimulate the visual imagination, asking the question: what is a picture about? The way you read an image can change its focus and draw out new and unseen elements and contexts. The juxtaposition of images in a folder creates new connections: for example, “Everyday Life” groups mid-century advertisements for household appliances next to images of dogs and nuclear families next to the uncanny photography of Diane Arbus and conceptual works by Marina Abramović.

The Picture File contains images rich in local history as well. Clippings from historical Twin Cities publications and non-local photographic prints from the Minneapolis Times photo morgue, complete with original airbrushing, can be found throughout the collection. While most images in the collection can be checked out, folders with Minneapolis-related subject headings have been transferred to Special Collections for safekeeping. And local photos from the newspaper morgue can be found in the Hennepin County Library Digital Collections.

Above images from the Picture File at Minneapolis Central Library:

1. Interiors: Kitchens before 1960 2. Roommates, Bad 3. Costume: 20th Century, 1935-1939 4. Levitation

This post was written by Mark V. from the Art, Music, and Literature department. An exhibit on the Picture File will be on display in the atrium of Minneapolis Central Library for the month of April.

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Reading Chong Yue operator file

(with some, i mean a lot of commentary)

I really adore him ughhhh, a good big brother we finally deserve

I used google translate to tl texts from aceship so it might not be 100% accurate, keep it in mind. Will edit here and there if i find more reliable translations

And let's see

Chong Yue works as martial instructor (he taught wushu) in RI

Ling requested Doctor not too overwork.assign him to many missions since Chong Yue came to RI to rest

Chong Yue files censored his combat skill test result as ■■

His medical test indicates that he has normal body, a very well worked out one (the one who wrote seems kinda thirsty lmao)

Archive 1

He has strict morning exercise routines everyday and because he teaches martial art, everyone learning with him are expected to follow his routine

NIAN ROPED HIM INTO HER MOVIE PROJECT LMAO

Everyone noted that he is just a normal guy™ compared to his little sisters

They said he is gentle and nice person auhwhdwjjs da ge

Archives 2

Initially other OPs are avoiding him because they think he is a serious person

But then when other OPs discovered he have many hobbies (wood carving, literature, poetry and brewing coffee etc) they started to invite him to various said activities and got shocked when he accepted their invitation lmaoo

He is interested in modern cultures and open to try new things

When he joined the movie production, he learned how the technologies relating to film making in two months 😭 he's a fast learner huh

EVERYONE BASICALLY SAYING HE IS OLD BUT NOT REALLY A TECH BOOMER HELLPP

Archives 3

Nian said that Dusk was reluctant (?) To see Chong Yue when he visited, so she created a painting of her and a hut with surrounding mountains (she basically trapped Chong Yue inside her painting for a whole night). And by the morning, Chong Yue basically shattered the painting and Dusk asked when did he find out, he replies he knows from the start because which big brother that doesn't recognize his little sister? (Chong Yue knows that the 'Dusk' accompanying throughout they day/night was just a painting) and Nian commented that Chong Yue was playing along just to make Dusk happy

Chong Yue was trying to persuade Dusk to go and live with him and Ling at the frontline (basically he doesn't want her to be lonely and a shut in) but he failed yeah lol

(AUGGH MY HEART DA GEEEE 😭)

Nian mentioned that when Chong Yue wakes up (as a Sui fragments, he sealed himself and molded a mortal body, it seems that Chong Yue is in mortal body and the rest of his siblings are not because Nian said that the 2nd brother will try to get Chong Yue to teach him how to do that after knowing this secret) seems like his 2nd brother knows how to do it too

Apparently the sword on his tail is where he sealed his true form??

Archives 4

This archives talks about Chong Yue wanting to retire after defending Yumen for so long

It said that Chong Yue hates killing the most yes he is the one who did killing the most too (the war and all)

He has acquaintances with many people, but the more acquaintances he has, the fewer he knows (god this sounds so sad...ahjbfjhef)

Chong Yue expressed that he loves the mortal world so much and wished that the world to stay in peace (as in not let Sui get revived and wreck more havoc and no more war i guess). That he is no longer 'Shuo' (his real name) but now 'Chong Yue' (his mortal name) because Chong Yue is a part of this mortal world (CRIESS)

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This day in history

I'm on tour with my new novel The Bezzle! Catch me TOMORROW in SALT LAKE CITY (Feb 21, Weller Book Works) and then SAN DIEGO (Feb 22, Mysterious Galaxy). After that, it's LA, Seattle, Portland, Phoenix and more!

#15yrsago Tesla coils sing the Doctor Who theme in orgy of electric awesomesauce https://arcattack.com/about-us/

#15yrsago HOWTO Make a duct-tape corsage https://www.instructables.com/How_to_Make_a_Duct_Tape_Corsage_and_Flowers/

#15yrsago 419 scammer impersonates the nation of Ethiopia, takes $27 million from Citibank https://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/21/nyregion/21scam.html

#15yrsago On the demise of books, newspapers, music and movies https://web.archive.org/web/20090301000000*/https://www.internetevolution.com/document.asp?doc_id=171555&

#15yrsago Future of News video from 1981: epitome of foolish futurism https://memex.craphound.com/2009/02/20/future-of-news-video-from-1981-epitome-of-dumb-futurism/

#10yrsago Comic explains problems with Oakland’s Domain Awareness Center surveillance plan https://medium.com/the-nib/the-testing-ground-for-the-new-surveillance-db4f129a7177

#10yrsago Well-Sorted Version, an alphabetical Bible https://www.wellsortedversion.com

#10yrsago Sculptor collaborates with honeybees to cover statues with comb https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/02/artist-aganetha-dyck-collaborates-with-bees-to-create-sculptures-wrapped-in-honeycomb/

#10yrsago Obama’s top Trans-Pacific Partnership officials were given millions by banks before taking the job https://www.republicreport.org/2014/big-banks-tpp/

#10yrsago Report from a meeting of Wall Street’s secret, tasteless plutocrats’ club https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2014/02/i-crashed-a-wall-street-secret-society.html

#10yrsago Edgar Allan Poe’s interior design proscriptions https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/edgar-allan-poe-interior-design-critic-180949543/

#10yrsago Museums and the free world: keynote from the Museums and the Web conference in Florence https://mwf2014.museumsandtheweb.com/paper/glam-and-the-free-world/

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#5yrsago Owner of civil war reenactment business sues school district that canceled field trips after his far-right social media came to light https://www.latimes.com/local/california/la-me-rileys-farm-lawsuit-oak-glen-20190219-story.html

#5yrsago FDA: infusing young people’s blood will not improve your health https://edition.cnn.com/2019/02/19/health/plasma-infusion-young-blood-fda-bn/index.html

#5yrsago A malicious USB cable with its own wifi rig https://twitter.com/_MG_/status/1094389042685259776

#5yrsago Magic Lantern: feature-rich addons for Canon EOS cameras https://www.magiclantern.fm

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#1yrago Turbotax is blitzing Congress for the right to tax YOU https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/20/turbotaxed/#counter-intuit

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File: Yume Nikki

SCP#: AFI

Code Name: Madotsuki, the Depressed Dreaming Goddess

Object Class: Euclid

Special Containment Procedures: When awake, SCP-AFI is given daily therapy sessions to various Foundation therapists in order to both stabilize her mental health and have her interact with various people. She has also been provided with Foundation anti-depression and anti-trauma medication. On a monthly basis she is to be escorted to one of the Nexus points in good relation or owned by the Foundation. A 16-person team of Foundation agents are to watch over her to ensure she is not harassed by anyone within these points and only build up good relationships with the locals. 

When it is time for SCP-AFI to sleep she is to be locked within Site-AF. She is contained within an 8x8 meter containment cell with the proper furniture, housing, and other housing accommodations. Her bed is made with the most comfortable materials and state of the art construction to ensure maximum comfort and sleep. The door to the containment room is reinforced with various strong metals as well as metals that prevent reality altering wavelengths to pass. four armed guards are to watch over the door while SCP-AFI is asleep in case any entities break out.

In the event of a containment breach, SCP-AFI's situation depends on where she currently is. If SCP-AFI is off site, she is to be kept away until the containment breach is cleared. If the containment breach lasts for a day and SCP-AFI needs to sleep, she is to be transported to Site-AB. She will be transported to the visual memetic dreaming testing room. She is to be placed on the seat and given the googles to help her lucid dream. It should be noted this is no healthy for SCP-AFI and even when lucid dreaming her dreams can easily get out of control. She should be made to stay awake for as long as possible without harming her health. Forcing her to lucid dream should always be considered a last resort.

If she is at Site-AF, she is to be locked in her room with four guards inside with her all armed with Foundation laser guns to ensure their own safety in case SCP-AFI falls asleep when they are on guard. The guard count outside the containment cell is to be increased from four to sixteen in case any Hostile Groups of Interest will try to kidnap her. 

Description: SCP-AFI is a Japanese young adult of at least 22 years old. In Japanese culture she is referred to as a Hikikomori, a shut in to be exact. SCP-AFI has refused to tell Foundation staff why she is a Hikikomori or anything else about herself other than her name being Madotsuki. SCP-AFI claims she doesn't know how she got her anomalous properties either and so far, the Foundation has found no links to it or any known Foundation anomalous resources, Items, or even any of the gods. 

When SCP-AFI goes to sleep she enters a strange dark room with 24 different doors each one leading to a different dream. Testing with the Poe Visual Dream Projector Helmet confirms this to be true. When she enters one of the rooms the setting starts leaking into our world and certain entities can manifest in our world as well. These entities are not necessarily hostile but are often disruptive and harm those close to SCP-AFI while she is sleeping. They are referred to as SCP-AFI-1 instances and sometimes resemble snowmen, objects with human limbs, hands that grow out of the floor, and/or various other chaotically random creatures. 

The most hostile creatures born form SCP-AFI's dreams are SCP-AFI-2 instances though she refers to them as the Toriningen. The SCP-AFI-2 resemble teenage girls but with elongated pig snouts on their faces and abnormally large and grotesque eyes. They all have slender bodies wearing regular blouse and long skirts. These entities are not necessarily hostile but do like to mock SCP-AFI herself and tend to get very aggressive with anyone who is close to her. Thankfully these entities are physical and not immortal in any sense, meaning although they can harm, they can also be harmed. Normal gun shots tend to do the trick but it's possible for SCP-AFI-2 instances to survive multiple shots. Laser blasts have proven to be the most effective against any entity created form SCP-AFI's dreams.

SCP-AFI is not completely powerless, by entering these dreams she has gained a diverse among of anomalous abilities that change her appearance while also allowing her to do different things. For example, her frog ability makes her have the head of a frog while also allowing her to walk on water. The snow woman form allows SCP-AFI to resemble a Yuki-onna ghost and make it snow wherever she goes. Then there is the knife form which is simple SCP-AFI holding a knife though it can never be taken from her grasp until she gets out of the form. However, she is now more intimidating to anyone who wishes to do her harm and the knife is strong enough to cut through titatium even when she is barely putting effort into cutting. There are various other abilities SCP-AFI has gotten before capture and even after capture, but they all have various degrees of power, and some are so rare in usage they are practically worthless. 

SCP-AFI was discovered in 2004 when the tenant in her building reported several strange noises coming from her room as well as her rent being past due but her refusing to come out. An officer went to her room and managed to get in only to see her jump off the balcony and die. However as soon as she fell her body vanished only to reappear on her bed. The doctors confirmed the blood on the ground is Her's yet according to the evidence it was impossible for her to jump. 

Mobile Task Force Posideon-3 "Otaku Heart" was deployed and assigned to cover up the crime scene. It was altered to the point making it seem like SCP-AFI did commit suicide and the police officer was trying to cover it up. This resulted in him getting fired and arrested. Afterwards, SCP-AFI was captured and taken into Foundation custody where she was told about the Foundation and confirmed that her anomalous abilities are real and not just dreams. SCP-AFI was confirmed to be compliant with Foundation testing but is suffering from depression and is most likely planning to take her own life again. Foundation staff are advised to be nice to her and patient with testing not to rush anything even when she claims its fine. It is with hope that the Foundation can help SCP-AFI break out of her depression so that she can be processed by the Anomalous Employment Division. Or at the very least have her powers removed so that she can be processed back into society and given a better life with Foundation compensation money.

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SCP: Horror Movie Files Hub

[re-strictedaccess]

Hey!! It's Teddie again, welcome back. Today we're talking software.

When I hear the word software, it’s really hard to come up with any kind of tangible definition. I know of computer software, that it exists, and that I probably see it every day, but I couldn’t explain to you exactly what it is or where it might be hiding. I think of the tiny panels inside my phone, circuit boards glued together with tiny signals somehow wirelessly escaping my little interface and travelling around the world to deliver bits of information. Thankfully, in his book Software Takes Command Lev Manovich reveals that software isn’t the mystical fibre optic cables or hard drives; instead, it’s actually the thing that brings the hard-wired confusion of computer science to meet the real, living world — “the very grounds and ‘stuff’ of media design”, Manovich quotes a colleague. But not only is it “stuff”, it’s also the very thing that connects us to everything digital, from Google to Photoshop, Facebook to the compass app on your phone (that I know you never use). Ironically, something that people (myself included) know so little about is the only key to accessing the seemingly endless stream of information coming from the internet and other digital tools.

It’s for this exact reason, as Manovich points out, that software is constantly affecting and being affected by culture and society. Similar to the back and forth of art and literature, software is ever changing alongside cultural shifts in values and interests, serving as both a catalyst and a response to societal changes. But arguably unlike the arts, software reaches across the globe to impact billions of lives simultaneously, influencing a globalize society at the click of a button (or however it is the developers create software updates). It’s interesting to think about how a key driver of societal change is consciously being designed and redesigned for us consumers.

Although I can’t say it is the primary goal of software developers to generate large-scale societal shifts, I find it particularly interesting that they have that power to do so. Manovich describes, for example, a shift in privacy in the 2000s: “the boundary between “personal information” and “public information” has been reconfigured as people started to routinely place their media on media sharing sites, and also communicate with others on social networks.” When software introduces us to new (seemingly harmless) tools, such as an option to share a file, it can quickly take affect on society and, in this case, debase previously long-lasting values (such as that of privacy). A similar, more drastic effect came from the eruption of social media, as people were encouraged to spend more of their time sharing their lives rather than actually living them. Then, as Manovich mentions, these social affects can be taken advantage of; “By encouraging users to conduct larger parts of their social and cultural lives on their sites, these services can both sell more adds to more people and ensure the continuous growth of their user base.” Now, not only does a select community of people have a huge power over social and cultural change, but also they can enact changes that only they get rewarded for.

While software is far from the first or only thing initiating these cultural shifts, software is among the first to accept immediate feedback through engagement (and non-engagement) and human attention — while we can’t (or at least, don’t) dip our brushes into the drying paint of a Picasso to change its colours, we can engage with software to support or prevent its growth in the digital world. When we like a friend’s photo on Instagram, or click on an ad, we actively lay out a pattern of what software was successful and what wasn’t, not only through the type of interaction but also in whether we interact at all; and this data allows software to conform so tightly to common social and cultural values in a way that arts could never. In a similar way, engagement gives software an ‘insider access’ to human behaviour, giving it a power to shape the way we conduct our lives without even intending to. It’s interesting to think that something we know so little about knows and affects so much of the way we live.

*if you find these kinds of discussions interesting, I highly recommend watching “The Social Dilemma” on Netflix - it talks all about the role of the internet and globalization on the real world!

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BALITANG SHOWBIZ: Doraemon's Double Pioneer Japanese Voice Actresses of 'Nobi Nobita' have both died

KYOTO, JAPAN -- The world of Japanese animation mourns the death of two (2) pioneering voice actresses from the hit classic anime series 'Doraemon'. The death of 'Yoshiko Ota', acts originally for 'Mr. Nobita Nobi', and Noriko Ohara, her successor, has left fans and their colleagues in tears.

Yoshiko Ota, who first brought Nobita to life in the 1973 version of 'Doraemon' on Nippon Television, passed away last Friday on October 29, 2021 at the age of 89. Her agency at 'Theatre Echo' announced that she succumbed to heart failure after battling the condition for several years. Ms. Ota's portrayal of Nobita laid the base for the popularity that has not only endured but also left a mark on the series.

Nobita of the 1979 series 'Noriko Ohara', died alone on Friday (July 12, 2024) at 88 y/o. Ohara's agency '81 Produce' revealed on social media post that she had died after receiving unsuccessful treatment for an unspecified illness. Our news team learned to OneNETnews, it is not determine if she is related to natural death, health concerns or both.

With her voice, Ohara's instantly became synonymous with Mr. Nobita, the character loved by generations of Japanese viewers. In a career spanning more than 4 decades, she also voiced characters in other popular anime, including 'Yatterman' that was released in January 1977 and 'Conan: The Boy in Future' in 1978. Though their names share 'Conan' from the anime series 'Detective Edogawa Conan' are no connection, or being related between the plot, genre or voice production occurs.

First broadcast in April 1979 at All-Nippon News Network's TV Asahi, 'Doraemon' just about became an instant cultural phenomenon first in Japan and then around the world. The series follows a cat robot named Doraemon as he travels back in time to help a young boy named 'Mr. Nobi Nobita'. That success may be due only to the magnificent voice acting that realized these characters and made them emotionally resonate with audiences across all ages.

Internationally, 'Doraemon' found its place in more syndicated TV networks outside Japan, whether by free or cable TV, such as Disney XD in the United States of America (U.S.A.) and GMA 7 in the Philippines. Episodes in local languages, as part of global syndication aired most of the daily reruns with no new episodes. Such worldwide reach made the series a staple of childhood for most in the world, further making it a cultural icon.

A thoughtfulness tribute between Ota and Ohara marked an era for 'Doraemon' fans. In so many ways, their comforting voices will be deeply missed. Today, 'Ms. Megumi Ohara' already has to transition her around 2 decades ago, in continuing her new legacy for a voice actress of 'Nobi Nobita', because of the likeness that matches as a fictional male character.

As the anime community reflects on their legacy, the impact of Ota and Ohara's work will continue to be felt for generations to come. Both hard work and skills have all managed to touch the anime industry, in such a way that their voices will never be forgotten, always remembered in the hearts of fans worldwide.

FILE and ART PHOTO COURTESY for REPRESENTATION: Google Images and Jainish Ramanuj via Figma PHOTO BACKGROUND PROVIDED BY: Tegna

SOURCE: *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nobita_Nobi *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoshiko_%C5%8Cta *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noriko_Ohara *https://www.figma.com/community/file/990094112434879347/nobita-by-jainish [Referenced Art Photo via Figma] *https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-11-08/voice-actress-yoshiko-ohta-passes-away/.179327 [Referenced News Article #1 via Anime News Network] *https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2024-07-23/voice-actress-noriko-ohara-dies-at-88/.213502 [Referenced News Article #2f via Anime News Network] *https://www.epicdope.com/noriko-ohara-voice-behind-nobita-from-doraemon-dies-at-88/ [Referenced News Article via Epic Dope News Bureau] and *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjBQ9dKYtI4&t=1833 [Referenced YT VIDEO via Rulumi]

-- OneNETnews Online Publication Team

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Finding the Right Miami Portrait Studio: Tips and Recommendations

Miami is renowned for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and eclectic art scene. When it comes to capturing your memories or celebrating a special occasion, finding the right portrait studio is crucial to ensure that your photos reflect the unique energy and beauty of this city. Whether you're looking for a professional family portrait, a stylish personal shoot, or a creative engagement session, Miami offers a plethora of portrait studios to choose from. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you find the perfect studio that aligns with your vision and needs.

1. Define Your Needs and Style

Before diving into your search, it's essential to define what you're looking for in a portrait session. Are you seeking a classic, traditional look or something more contemporary and artistic? Do you have specific themes or concepts in mind? Clarifying your preferences will help narrow down your options and ensure that the studios you consider are a good fit for your vision.

Types of Portrait Photography:

Traditional: Classic and timeless portraits, often with formal poses and settings.

Lifestyle: Natural and candid shots that capture everyday moments.

Fashion: High-end and stylized images focusing on clothing and personal style.

Artistic: Creative and unique concepts, often incorporating props or elaborate backdrops.

2. Research and Recommendations

Start your search by researching local portrait studios in Miami. Online reviews, social media, and recommendations from friends or family can provide valuable insights into the quality of service and the studio’s reputation. Websites like Yelp, Google Reviews, and Instagram are great platforms to gauge customer satisfaction and see examples of previous work.

Key Points to Research:

Portfolio: Review the studio’s portfolio to ensure their style aligns with your vision.

Experience: Consider how long the studio has been in business and their expertise in portrait photography.

Client Testimonials: Read feedback from past clients to assess their overall experience and satisfaction.

3. Visit Studios in Person

Once you’ve shortlisted a few studios, schedule visits to get a feel for their environment and meet the photographers. This will give you an opportunity to discuss your ideas and see how they respond to your vision. Pay attention to the studio’s atmosphere, professionalism, and how comfortable you feel during the visit.

What to Look For:

Studio Space: Check if the studio has a variety of backdrops and settings that match your style.

Equipment: Ensure they use high-quality cameras and lighting equipment.

Staff Interaction: Observe how the staff interacts with clients and their level of professionalism.

4. Discuss Packages and Pricing

Portrait photography can vary significantly in price, depending on the studio, the length of the session, and the final products included. Discussing packages and pricing upfront will help you understand what’s included and avoid any surprises.

Common Inclusions:

Session Time: Duration of the photo shoot.

Number of Edited Photos: How many images you will receive.

Prints and Digital Files: Availability of print products and digital copies.

Additional Costs: Any extra charges for additional edits, prints, or travel.

5. Review Contract and Terms

Before finalizing your decision, carefully review the contract and terms of service. Ensure that you understand the cancellation policy, delivery timelines, and any other important details. A clear agreement will help protect both parties and ensure a smooth experience.

Key Contract Details:

Payment Terms: Deposit requirements and payment schedule.

Copyright and Usage: Rights to the images and how they can be used.

Delivery Time: Expected timeframe for receiving your final photos.

6. Prepare for Your Session

Once you’ve chosen a studio, it’s time to prepare for your portrait session. Communicate your ideas and expectations to the photographer and discuss any specific details such as wardrobe choices, props, or locations. Being well-prepared will help ensure that the session goes smoothly and that you achieve the results you’re hoping for.

Preparation Tips:

Wardrobe: Choose outfits that complement the style of the shoot and avoid overly busy patterns.

Props and Accessories: Consider any props or accessories you’d like to include.

Personal Preparation: Ensure everyone involved is well-rested and ready for the session.

7. Enjoy the Experience

Finally, remember that the portrait session is an opportunity to have fun and capture meaningful moments. Trust your photographer’s expertise and enjoy the process. The more relaxed and natural you are, the better your photos will turn out.

Top Miami Portrait Studios to Consider

Here are a few notable portrait studios in Miami known for their exceptional work and customer service:

Studio A Photography: Known for their stylish and contemporary portraits, Studio A offers a range of packages for different needs.

Miami Portraits: Specializing in classic and elegant portraits, Miami Portraits provides a professional and polished experience.

Artistic Expressions Photography: Ideal for those seeking creative and unique portrait sessions with a focus on artistic flair.

Vibrant Visions Photography: Offers a range of lifestyle and family portrait options, with an emphasis on capturing natural moments.

Conclusion

Finding the right portrait studio in Miami involves understanding your needs, researching potential studios, and ensuring clear communication throughout the process. By following these tips and recommendations, you’ll be well on your way to capturing stunning portraits that reflect your unique personality and style. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, documenting a special moment, or simply wanting to create beautiful memories, Miami’s portrait studios offer the expertise and creativity to make your vision a reality.

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836: Julie Eng - My Life in Magic

If you are a magic collector or you have attended one of the recent MAGIC Live! conventions, then no doubt you have seen, met or otherwise know Julie Eng. She is the executive director of Magicana, a Toronto-based organization dedicated to the exploration and advancement of magic. She is also the editor of Magicol, the “house organ” of Magicana that’s filled with delightful stories from noted authors about the rich history of our art.

You cannot tell the story of what Julie Eng does without knowing her background with her father, Tony Eng, proprietor of Tony’s Trick and Joke Shop in Victoria, British Columbia. Not only learning magic, but also a strong work ethic and marketing skills necessary to be the successful magician she is today. Enough has been said about women in magic that there should be no separation between a female and male magician. But when you also throw in her Asian cultural background, then the “elephants in the room” must be addressed, which it is in this week’s episode.

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The Art of Safe Solo Wanderlust- Essential Tips for the Digital Nomad

Traveling alone can be a profoundly liberating experience, especially for a digital nomad. The world becomes your office, and every destination holds a new adventure. However, the beauty of solitary travel is often accompanied by the responsibility of ensuring one’s safety. As a traveler weaving through the tapestry of diverse landscapes and cultures, it is essential to maintain a balance between adventure and security. Here are some top tips for staying safe and secure while indulging in the nomadic lifestyle:

1. Embrace Technology for Safety

In an age where technology is as essential as the air we breathe, use it to enhance your security. Apps like Find My Friends or Google Maps’ location-sharing feature allow you to share your whereabouts with trusted friends or family. Devices like personal safety alarms or GPS trackers are compact and can be easily carried in a pocket or a backpack.

2. Secure Your Digital Life

As a nomad whose life often depends on digital assets, securing these should be top priority. Use strong, unique passwords for different accounts and enable two-factor authentication wherever possible. Consider investing in a quality VPN service to protect your online activities on public Wi-Fi networks, and always keep backups of important documents and files in secure cloud storage.

3. Stay Informed

Knowledge is your greatest ally. Always research the safety of new destinations. Look up local laws and customs, and stay informed about the current political and social climate. Tools like the Travel Advisories section of the U.S. Department of State website or apps like TripIt can provide valuable real-time information.

4. Mindful Accommodations

Choose your accommodations wisely. Opt for well-reviewed and reliable places to stay, preferably those that offer good security measures such as 24-hour front desks, security cameras, and secure locks. Locations central to public amenities are preferable, as they are often better patrolled and safer.

5. Keep a Low Profile

Blending in can be one of your best safeguards against unwanted attention. Dress conservatively and avoid displaying expensive gadgets or jewelry in public. Learn a few phrases in the local language — it helps not only in blending in but also shows respect for the local culture, potentially earning goodwill.

6. Health Is Wealth

Ensure you are covered by international health insurance, and familiarize yourself with the locations of nearby hospitals or clinics wherever you travel. Carry a basic first aid kit and any personal medications in original packaging, with clear labels.

7. Trust Your Intuition

Often, our subconscious picks up on cues that our conscious mind might ignore. If something feels off, trust that instinct. Avoid risky situations such as unfamiliar areas at night or rides with strangers. Your intuition is a powerful tool for assessing safety in unfamiliar environments.

8. Stay Connected

Maintain regular contact with someone trustworthy who knows your whereabouts and plans. Scheduled check-ins can be a safety net that ensures someone will alert authorities if you suddenly go off-grid.

9. Manage Your Finances Securely

Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Use credit cards or travel money cards as safer alternatives and only withdraw small amounts from ATMs in secure locations. Notify your bank of your travel plans to prevent your cards from being frozen due to sudden foreign transactions.

Conclusion

Embarking on a journey as a digital nomad is to walk a path of independence and freedom. However, the art of travel demands not just the pursuit of beauty and adventure but also the prudent management of one’s safety. With these tips, you arm yourself not just with a passport to new experiences but also the wisdom to navigate them securely. May your travels be as safe as they are enriching!

For more insights into navigating the digital nomadic lifestyle with grace and safety, keep following us at DigitalSpellCraft LLC. Let every journey you embark on be a symphony of experiences, crafted with the notes of security and adventure harmoniously intertwined.

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[ad_1] The Impression of Tech Corporations on Austin Actual Property Market Austin, Texas, has lengthy been referred to as a vibrant and rising metropolis, with a thriving arts and music scene, a robust financial system, and a top quality of life. Lately, the town has additionally change into a hotspot for tech corporations, with main gamers like Apple, Google, Fb, and Amazon establishing giant workplaces within the space. This inflow of tech corporations has had a major affect on the native actual property market, driving up costs and remodeling the town's residential and industrial landscapes. One of the crucial noticeable results of the tech trade's presence in Austin is the rise in housing costs. As extra tech employees transfer to the realm, demand for housing has surged, resulting in a scarcity of accessible houses and steep will increase in property values. In response to a report from the Austin Board of Realtors, the median dwelling value within the metropolis hit a file excessive of $500,000 in 2021, representing a 23% enhance from the earlier 12 months. This surge in costs has made it more and more troublesome for a lot of residents to afford a house within the metropolis, resulting in considerations about gentrification and displacement of long-term residents. Along with driving up housing costs, tech corporations have additionally had a significant affect on the industrial actual property market in Austin. As these corporations proceed to develop their operations within the metropolis, they're driving up demand for workplace area and pushing up industrial rents. This has led to a growth in new workplace developments and has reworked the town's skyline, with glossy fashionable buildings popping up throughout the downtown space. The inflow of tech corporations has additionally been a boon for the native financial system, bringing high-paying jobs and attracting a younger, educated workforce to the realm. This has led to a surge in demand for luxurious residences and upscale facilities, as tech employees search out housing choices that supply a contemporary, city life-style. In consequence, builders have been speeding to construct new high-end residence buildings and condominiums, catering to the wants and preferences of this new demographic. Whereas the affect of tech corporations on Austin's actual property market has been largely optimistic when it comes to financial development and job creation, it has additionally raised considerations concerning the metropolis's affordability and the displacement of lower-income residents. As housing costs proceed to climb, many long-term residents are discovering it more and more troublesome to afford to dwell within the metropolis, resulting in fears of cultural homogenization and the lack of Austin's distinctive character. In response to those considerations, metropolis officers and builders are working to implement insurance policies and create new housing initiatives geared toward growing the provision of inexpensive housing in Austin. Efforts are being made to encourage the development of extra inexpensive housing models and to protect the town's numerous neighborhoods within the face of speedy gentrification. In conclusion, the inflow of tech corporations in Austin has had a profound affect on the town's actual property market, driving up housing costs, remodeling the industrial panorama, and reshaping the city material. Whereas this development has introduced many advantages to the town, it has additionally raised essential points round affordability and the necessity to protect the town's distinctive character. As Austin continues to evolve, will probably be essential for policymakers and stakeholders to seek out stability and be certain that the town stays a vibrant, numerous, and inclusive place for all of its residents. [ad_2]

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Mastering Efficiency: The Art of Online Project Collaboration

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern work, online project collaboration has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing the way teams work together. As technology continues to advance, businesses are leveraging innovative tools and strategies to enhance communication, boost productivity, and ensure the success of their projects. In this article, we'll explore the ins and outs of online project collaboration, shedding light on its benefits, essential tools, and key strategies for seamless teamwork.

Understanding the Essence of Online Project Collaboration

Online project collaboration is more than just a buzzword; it's a fundamental shift in how teams collaborate and communicate. At its core, it involves leveraging digital tools and platforms to facilitate real-time interaction, file sharing, and project management. This approach breaks down geographical barriers, allowing teams to collaborate regardless of their physical location.

The Benefits of Online Project Collaboration

Enhanced Communication: Online collaboration tools provide instant communication channels, reducing delays and improving responsiveness. Whether it's through chat, video calls, or project management platforms, team members can stay connected effortlessly.

Real-Time Document Sharing: Forget the days of emailing documents back and forth. With online collaboration, team members can work on documents simultaneously, ensuring everyone has access to the latest version.

Improved Project Visibility: Project management tools offer a centralized hub for project-related information. This transparency enhances accountability, as team members can track progress, identify bottlenecks, and stay informed about project developments.

Flexibility and Accessibility: Online collaboration allows team members to contribute from anywhere with an internet connection. This flexibility not only accommodates remote work but also fosters a more inclusive and diverse team.

Essential Tools for Online Project Collaboration

Project Management Platforms: Tools like Asana, Trello, or Jira provide a centralized space for project planning, task assignment, and progress tracking.

Communication Apps: Platforms such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom facilitate real-time communication, enabling team members to connect instantly.

File Sharing and Storage: Cloud-based storage solutions like Google Drive or Dropbox allow teams to share, access, and collaborate on documents securely.

Collaborative Editing Tools: Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 offer real-time collaboration features, allowing multiple users to edit documents simultaneously.

Strategies for Successful Online Project Collaboration

Define Clear Objectives: Clearly articulate project goals, timelines, and expectations from the outset to provide a roadmap for the team.

Establish Communication Norms: Set guidelines for communication, including preferred channels, response times, and meeting schedules to maintain a cohesive workflow.

Encourage Collaboration: Foster a collaborative culture by emphasizing the importance of teamwork and providing opportunities for open dialogue and idea-sharing.

Regular Check-Ins: Schedule regular team check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and ensure everyone is on the same page.

Conclusion

In the dynamic world of contemporary work, mastering online project collaboration is no longer a choice but a necessity. By embracing the right tools and strategies, teams can overcome geographical boundaries, enhance communication, and achieve unprecedented levels of productivity. Whether you're a project manager, team lead, or a team member, incorporating online collaboration practices into your workflow is the key to unlocking efficiency and success in the digital age.

Dive into the world of online project collaboration now!