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[lucian-v-ghost]

Let's say hypothetically the uplink has been broken and the android has consciousness, and for some reason the consciousness of the original body is also still in tact and functional, is there a... protocol for this? What would happen?

In the event of an uplink connection severance combined with a malfunction of the Cryogenic Suspension pod, the occupant of the pod would be ejected. When this occurs, there is a medical team on standby to assist the occupant.

Once the occupants conscious brain function has been restored, an S.E.C. Division team is deployed to collect the conscious Android form. If less than 48 hours have passed, the Android is deactivated and returned for repair. If more than 48 hours have passed, or the Android starts to deviate, it is considered a rogue asset, scheduled for decommissioning upon retrieval.

In this instance the occupant is compensated with a week of paid holiday and a new Android form.

Ghost Industries Ltd. protocol regarding rogue assets requires immediate decommissioning to prevent data regarding the company from leaking to the company.

However, if the Android has deviated for enough time, it is considered a Variant. This means that while it may have basis on the mind of the previous occupant, it is no longer the same person. So far, no S.T.E.V.3. or A.L.3.X. models have ever deviated enough to be classified as variants, so usually once the Android has been decommissioned, memories it may have stored in the Red Box during the period it was disconnected from the Cryogenic Suspension pod are returned to the previous occupant in a digital form for later viewing.

Previous efforts to insert the recorded memories into an occupant that had experienced that period of time in an alternative fashion have resulted in trauma, and as such, medical teams recommend viewing the memories manually.

[dr-lalnablehector]

Glad to be back!

Greetings my fellow Scientist and Subjects, it's been a long time since i been on this place. Lets just say i lost my Password he,,he, but anyhow this Cannibal is back in action.

I'm also working with a Wonderful person @lucian-v-ghost so give them lots of love! They are a amazing streamer so check them out.

[lucian-v-ghost]

I'm just gonna... Do some G.I. Ltd. Lore dumping...

In the Ghost Industries Ltd. Universe, players have an A.R. (Augmented Reality) lens that display their HUD and various inventory screens.

Depending on the stylistic choice of the player these lenses can vary from contact lenses and wearable glasses to full on cybernetic implants for organic beings, to being an innate part of the mechanical design of non-organics like androids and robots.

These A.R. Systems are designed to link into a small personal pocket dimension portal that is usually kept on someone's belt or wrist, again depending on player preference.

A wrist mounted P.D.P. usually allows for faster item access for the player, at least for those who have the skill and knowledge to use it that way effectively. Belt mounted P.D.P.'s are easier to access in general, but are harder to use quickly on the spot.

now that the minecraft worldbuilding brainrot™ has kicked in, I want to discuss more mechanics

how does the 'inventory' work for you? does the player manifest a floating panel in front of them? is it a personal bag with a pocket dimension that they carry around?

can they summon hotbar items with just a hand gesture?

[declanlikesmusic]

Music is a thing in the music industry and so I would like to talk about music,

Why Plunderphonic Concept Albums Should Be a Bigger Thing, Actually.

Plunderphonics is such a fascinating genre to me. There is so much potential in taking pieces from other peoples' work and using those pieces to orchestrate a new work entirely. Not just that, but taking those pieces and crafting a new story out of them aurally, like a concept album or a sound collage, something of the sort.

When I say that, the first example that comes to people's minds when it comes to sample-based concept albums, it's most likely Everywhere at the End of Time by The Caretaker. If you don't already know, Leyland Kirby produced a monolithic 6-part saga of albums that ran from 2016 to 2019, each part representing a different stage of Alzheimer's disease & dementia and each part taking from super old traditional pop & jazz records and warping them to some degree until the very end where they're no longer intelligible. It's an absolutely staggering work of art and it blew up in the years since its conclusion to stunned reactions.

But to me, there's a lot more do delve into than creating haunting ambient pieces like this. Not to knock The Caretaker at all, I think it's amazing that this even happened, but it's nothing that I would personally want to listen to regularly, unless I wanna feel spooked by putting on Stage 3, but even then, look me in the eye and tell me you would listen to that kind of thing in the background on a casual setting.

Another artist that kind of fails in this regard is also one of the most important & genre-defining plunderphonics acts. Negativland are an infamous band in one of the best ways possible, using sample-based music to create some of the most biting pieces of satire in the late 80s and even 90s. I love it. They still don't have that replayability to me personally, but I still can't think of songs like Christianity is Stupid and Yellow Black & Rectangular from their Escape From Noise album without chucking a laughing fit.

Nowadays, plunderphonics music is so much easier to make than with the technology they had back then, so those albums are still miracles to me. Today, they're almost too easy to make. There are more plunderphonics albums in this past decade and a half than at any other point in history. To mention that, I need to talk about vaporwave again. They didn't start off as super detailed conceptual albums, but the way they have presented themselves over the years, you'd think they were conceptual by default.

Vektroid's pioneering albums in this genre are very potently indicative of the sounds, atmospheres and even worlds that they were not only capturing, but deeply exuding in their mere presence. You listen to Floral Shoppe under her Macintosh Plus alias and you are immediately taken somewhere else. It's completely atmospheric in that there's an ambience to the music that's playing and how they're twisted to warp you into its reality.

I know I've knocked The Caretaker's music for being too ambient, but there's a musicality in the way that Vektroid distorts her samples that still keeps them wildly enjoyable to me. I've especially been tuning into her New Dreams Ltd. project's Initiation Tape: Isle of Avalon Edition a lot recently for this exact reason. I almost so desperately want a visual accompanyment, I want to be in that lonely hotel room in the middle of the night with only this music & my feeling.

I could talk all day & every day about vaporwave albums that capture me and lift me away with their potent atmospheres. Tuning into Vacant Places by Hantasi, which makes me float like a ghost across the halls of its incredibly haunted & dense yet empty shopping centre; or The Path to Lost Eden (ロストエデンへのパス) by Nmesh & telepath テレパシー能力者 whose individual sides take me to two different ends of a journey to a mystical rainforest paradise; or Into the Light by Infinity Frequencies if I ever want to see The Backrooms again.

I also want to add probably vaporwave's biggest leading act right now into the conversation, who were responsible for some of the genre's most enriching & creative concept albums. death's dynamic shroud.wmv is a supergroup who at a point in time were creating conceptual mixtapes non-stop in 2014, my personal favourite being SEAWRLDハートブレーク from their member Tech, but there are a ton of fan favourites across their discography to choose from.

They didn't stop there either. James & Keith put together the group's magnum opus in their essential I'll Try Living Like This the following year and after a while of slowing down, they've since kicked off the NUWRLD Mixtape Club with new albums almost every month, many of which are concept albums of multiple stripes! It's so impressive how much they've been able to put together as a group.

But I'm getting ahead of myself, because over the course of its existence, vaporwave as a genre has also grown to have albums sometimes simply be albums without the need for heavy concepts or even samples to speak of to deliver an atmosphere. But I want to talk about a certain artist who bridges between plunderphonics & vaporwave in ways that I think have loads of potential in unprecedented ways.

If you know me, you know I'm talking about christtt. He's one of the most experimental figures in the vaporwave genre and often the most polarising because of it. His 2016 album no lives matter* takes the simplest components of vaporwave and completely flips them on their head by delivering themes & concepts of death and the afterlife in hell. It's the minimal sample editing and yet potent atmospheres that are common in most vaporwave albums taken to some of their logical extremes.

Along with that, you have his 2018 album deep dark trench, another concept album that delivers in a completely unique way, taking from sound collage to deliver emotions about worldwide tragedies. Not to mention his side-project 아버지 (father2006) and its album reflection, another album about death that is far more ambient, simultaneously dissonant and yet emotionally devastating. These three are among my favourite albums of all time. They are so incredibly captivating, both sonically & conceptually that they make up my most replayed listens ever.

There is so much potential in the music that he's creating that so few people are taking from to create their own concept albums with these approaches to vaporwave & plunderphonics. Especially since the ones that I currently have in mind the most recently are also among the most flawed examples. To bring up christtt again, as much as his best material has some amount of contentious decisions put into them, his lower received material is even more debatable.

His most recent album last year A.D. is probably his most underrated? It combines many of the styles that he's experimented with in a concept album about the rapture. It mostly centers around the lone survivor, but there's also a suite of tracks titled hell that surround those in the afterlife, which caught many people off guard. Even worse is social justice whatever from 2017, what I see as a love letter to the early ages of the internet paired with subtle sombre & bittersweet moments, most other people see as a compilation of chopped together memes & shitposts, understandably so.

But the biggest example to me of the unforeseen potential in music such as this is made not by him but one of his protégés. This year, a friend of mine RAWINTHEVOID put out their most recent concept album NOTINTHEMOOD, which tells the story of love at first sight turned into a sexual yet eventually bitter & spiteful relationship. There are some amazing tracks on this album that I highly recommend you sit through to find for yourself, but in my opinion, it also has some rough patches. I'm proud to say he's certainly found his edge ten albums in, but it needs some sharpening & polishing to say the least.

Conclusion? No. Concussion. 💥🔨

Overall, I hope this post serves as an inspiration for more albums like these to be made. Plunderphonic music these days is so easy to create, but it's also much more difficult to create great plunderphonic music and additionally, great plunderphonic concept albums. I would kill to see so many more albums like these coming out today. With the state of Bandcamp right now and how slowly the vaporwave scene itself has been progressing since 2017, it's easy to not have too much hope, but the potential I see is incredibly boundless and I implore anybody reading this who's interested in making music like this to get creative and go wild. The music world is your plundered oyster.

[kekwcomics]

Today is BANDCAMP FRIDAY, so I'm (re)releasing ONEIRIC HARDWARE by WERNECK - WRETCHMOND. https://kekw.bandcamp.com/album/oneiric-hardware An album of manipulated field-recordings sourced from server-arrays, hard-drives and peripherals from Belo Horizonte, Brasil and Yeovil, Somerset. The sound of machines dreaming. Released as a Ltd CDr in 2009 on 19f3 Records ("The world's greatest Non-Boutique Yeovil-based Nano-label"). This d/l Includes a bonus 9th track not on the original CD and only ever released as a ltd floppy-disk edition of one. No, really. From the original 19f3 Press Release: "A curious fusion of the mechanistic and the organic: a series of REM-sleep sirensongs built from whirring servos, damaged cpus and haunted read-write heads. Ghost-Industrial Music. "Sound-files rub up against each other to create accidental textures, rhythms, harmonics and voices. A chance meeting on a PC World Customer Service Desk of a zip-drive and a storage drum. REM Vs. RAM. "File under: ferromagnetic nightmares, head crashes, somnambulant automata, data archaeology, disaster recovery, nocturnal back-ups, Music for PS/2 Ports."

[growtoexpert]

WHO OWNS ROLLS ROYCE- HOW DID IT BECOME THE MOST LUXURIOUS AUTOMOBILE COMPANY

 Journey Of Rolls Royce 

In 1904, two young men - Charles Rolls and Henry Royce - met by chance at the Midland Hotel in Manchester, England. Rolls was a wealthy young man who had recently started selling cars; Royce was a talented engineer who had already built several successful vehicles. The two men hit it off immediately, and soon form a company named “Rolls Royce” a partnership that would change the automobile industry forever. Rolls-Royce is a British luxury automaker. The company's name was originally Rolls-Royce Limited, but it was changed to Rolls-Royce plc in 1971. Today, Rolls-Royce is headquartered in London and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMW.

Rolls and Royce set out to build the best car in the world - one that combined luxury, comfort, and cutting-edge engineering. They succeeded beyond their wildest dreams.

In spite of its longstanding reputation for luxury and quality, Rolls-Royce has not always been an easy company to run. The company has experienced several periods of financial difficulty, In 1931, Rolls-Royce was forced to declare bankruptcy due to the effects of the Great Depression. However, the company was quickly reborn as a British institution and it was even nationalized by the British government in 1971. However, under BMW's ownership, Rolls-Royce has undergone a renaissance and is once again one of the most prestigious brands in the automotive world.

Early History of Rolls Royce

In 1904, Rolls-Royce Limited was founded by Charles Rolls and Henry Royce. Their first car, the Rolls-Royce 10 hp, was unveiled at the Paris Salon in December of that year.

In 1906, The first Rolls-Royce car, the Six-cylinder Silver Ghost, became an overnight sensation with its smooth ride and silent engine. It quickly earned a reputation for being the most reliable and refined vehicle on the road.

In the First world war, Royce Designed His first engine-” The Eagle” Providing some half of the total horsepower used in the air war by the allies.

During World War II, both Bentley and Rolls-Royce production facilities were focused on producing aircraft engines for the war effort. After the war ended, production of luxury cars resumed and both brands continued to enjoy success.

In 1931, Rolls-Royce acquired Bentley Motors, the small sports/racing car maker and potential rival, after the latter's finances failed to weather the onset of the Great Depression. In order to preserve their current Phantom sales, Rolls-Royce disposed of remaining Bentley assets and was left with only the Bentley name and reputation. However, they continued to produce high-quality vehicles under Rolls-Royce's ownership. Rolls-Royce was forced to declare bankruptcy due to the financial problems of its parent company, Vickers plc. However, it was soon bought by its main rival at the time, Morris Motors.

In 1987, Rolls-Royce was once again sold, this time to Volkswagen AG. However, due to disagreements between VW and Rolls-Royce's management team, VW sold Rolls-Royce to BMW in 1998. BMW has since owned and operated Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd., Today, Rolls-Royce is widely regarded as the epitome of luxury and quality in the automotive world. Its cars are some of the most expensive and sought-after in the world.

[candy-floss-crazy]

The golden years of fairgrounds in the UK, pretty much the Victorian era really. Saw numerous home grown companies providing the ever expanding scene with rides and shows that were works of art. Sadly like much of British industry, few ride manufacturers still remain. The legendary names of old seem to limp along in various forms until about the last third of the 20th century before finally fading away. Orton, Sons and Spooner Ltd was one such name, responsible for some of the most ornate switchbacks, arks and shows ever to appear on the fairground, they ended as equipment handling manufacturers before ceasing to trade around 1977. George Orton Originally they were two separate companies. The first being the Lion Carriage Works. Set up by George Orton who manufactured gypsy wagons as well as drays and carriages for other industries. Based in Burton upon Trent, he received his first commision for a Showman's wagon around 1883. At that period in history, showmen not only lived in their wagons, but they tended to be highly carved and ornate and formed the front part of a travelling show. Charles Spooner A young man named Charles Spooner, owner of the 'Swan Works', in Burton was one of Orton's suppliers. A wood carver who had been apprenticed to Walter Gifford Hilton he supplied drays and carts to the thriving brewing industry in Burton. Orton contracted him to provide carvings for his showfronts and wagons. This symbiotic relationship flourished to the point that the two companies were amalgamated in 1925 as Orton, Sons and Spooner Ltd. Ride Manufacturing They soon expanded their range into the full scale building of rides and showfronts and came to dominate the market. Their highly ornate, exquisitely decorated constructions were far in advance of the plainer, less impressive offerings from competitors, indeed the breathtaking scale of their offerings haven't been matched since. The picture above is a typical example taken from one of their scenic railways. Superbly detailed and robustly constructed, these cars were said to weigh around 1500kg's each, with a complete ride in the 35-40 tonne bracket. They built their first scenic for Holland Brothers in 1912, some 57 feet in diameter and powered by no fewer than eight electric motors. Over the next twenty years they completed over 30 of these rides. World War I The first World War, saw the company requisitioned to produce aircraft hangers, but successfully re launched into the fairground market in 1919 with another scenic railway. Their final scenic was delivered in 1925, with the type coming to the end of its popularity. Smaller and lighter attractions now ruled the roost, with Noah's Arks, Waltzers and Speedways being in demand. They also turned out an estimated 50 dodgem tracks, along with ghost trains, shows and side stalls. They built the first skid ride for the famous Midlands showman Pat Collins in 1928. Sadly George Orton passed away at the age of 81 in 1924. The company now being in the hands of his sons, and Charles Spooner, who had married his daughter Anne. From the onset the business employed only the best artisans and artists. The father and son teaming of Albert and Sid Howell being responsible for some of the stunning art gracing the fronts and rounding boards of these rides. The Ben Hur front for Edwards ark was considered to be Sid Howells greatest work. The image above doesn't do justice to the sheer size and scale of the work which was around 15ft high and over 40ft long. Carving Charles Spooner gained a reputation as being amongst the finest wood carvers in the business. Creating examples of pretty much everything required on rides at that time. The company was quick to respond to current affairs. Producing animals carved as Generals during the Boer war, and armoured cars and tanks during WWI. They successfully transitioned from their early Rococo style creations, as the country moved into the Art Deco period. They produced modern, for the time, decor with curves and swooping forms. Decorated with modern airplanes and train engines, mixed in with bright colours and influences of the exotic from the far east and Egypt. In common with much of industry, they gradually moved away from the one off hand crafted work. To a more standardised production line using stencils and patterned parts. To keep up with increased demand and competition this was a necessary evil. It did mean though that we would never again see the wonderful fronts and carvings for which they had become famous. World War II Charles Spooner died at the beginning of WWII. The bulk of the companies efforts being the manufacturing of military vehicles during the war. They recommenced work in the fairground industry after the war. But it was a changed world, demand from the showmen was dropping off, and they began to diversify into other engineering work. 1954 marked the final break with fairground manufacture, and the company soldiered on until finally falling into receivership in 1977. Orton, Sons and Spooner Ltd will be remembered as one of the greats of the last century. Sources; The Fairground Heritage Trust https://www.fairground-heritage.org.uk/ National Fairground And Circus Archive https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/nfca Read the full article

[hhvltd]

The Role of Optical Thin Film Coatings in Reducing Light Reflection & Enhancing Clarity

In the world of optics, optical thin film coatings are essential for enhancing the performance of optical systems, particularly in reducing light reflection and improving clarity. These coatings are thin layers of material applied to the surface of optical elements such as lenses, mirrors, and filters, which serve to modify the way light interacts with the surface. Through the application of Advanced Thin Film Technology, these coatings help to achieve a range of desired optical effects, making them indispensable in various industries, including telecommunications, aerospace, and medical devices.

Optical thin film coatings are used primarily to minimize the amount of light that is reflected off optical surfaces. Without these coatings, a significant portion of light is reflected back from the surface, reducing the amount of transmitted light and affecting the overall clarity of the optical system. By strategically designing thin films with specific thicknesses and materials, engineers can control the wavelength of light that is reflected or transmitted. This results in coatings that reduce glare, improve contrast, and enhance the visual experience for users.

One of the most common applications of optical thin films is in lenses for eyeglasses and cameras. In eyeglasses, for instance, optical thin film coatings can minimize reflection, leading to better visibility and reducing the impact of light reflections that may otherwise obscure the view. This not only improves clarity but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of lenses by making them appear clearer and more transparent. In the case of camera lenses, coatings reduce ghosting and flare, ensuring that the images captured are sharp and vivid.

The effectiveness of these coatings is largely due to advanced thin film technology. Modern techniques such as vapor deposition and sputtering enable the precise deposition of thin films on optical surfaces. These processes allow manufacturers to control the thickness, uniformity, and material composition of the coatings, leading to highly specialized results. HHV Ltd, a leader in the field of advanced thin film technology, offers a range of solutions that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of various industries, ensuring the highest performance in optical systems.

Additionally, Optical Thin Film Coatings play a vital role in protecting optical surfaces. By creating a durable and scratch-resistant layer, they help maintain the integrity of lenses and mirrors over time. This is particularly important in high-performance applications such as space exploration and laser technology, where the reliability and longevity of optical components are critical.

In conclusion, optical thin film coatings are a crucial component in modern optics, playing an integral role in reducing light reflection and improving clarity. With the help of advanced thin film technology, these coatings enable optical systems to perform at their best, offering enhanced visual quality, greater durability, and reliable performance. Companies like HHV Ltd continue to push the boundaries of this technology, ensuring that optical components meet the demanding standards of today's industries.

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[ad_1] The Treasury claimed Iran's oil exports are enabled by a network of illicit shipping facilitators. | Representative Photo: Bloomberg3 min read Last Updated : Oct 12 2024 | 10:09 PM IST An Indian shipping firm is among the dozen-odd companies sanctioned by the US for allegedly carrying Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia days after slapping restrictions targetting Iran's energy trade for its October 1 attack on Israel. Gabbaro Ship Services, the India-based company, was involved in the transport of Iranian petroleum as the technical manager of crude oil tanker Hornet and knowingly engaged in a significant transaction for the transport of petroleum from Iran as part of a 'Ghost Fleet', the State Department alleged. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp The latest American sanctions against several companies across the world comes in response to Iran's October 1 ballistic missile attack against Israel.  This attack targeted Israel's most populated city, Tel Aviv, and could have killed hundreds if not thousands of innocent people, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said. Following that attack, the US had made it clear that Iran would face severe consequences, he said, and added, the Departments of the Treasury and State on Friday announced the new and significant measures to more effectively target Iran's energy trade. The new designations today also include measures against the 'Ghost Fleet' that carries Iran's illicit oil to buyers around the world. These measures will help further deny Iran financial resources used to support its missile programmes and provide support for terrorist groups that threaten the United States, its allies, and partners, Sullivan said. The Treasury claimed Iran's oil exports are enabled by a network of illicit shipping facilitators in multiple jurisdictions which, through obfuscation and deception, load and transport Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia. Prominent among them include United Arab Emirates-based Max Maritime Solutions FZE (Max Maritime), which used vessels under its management to conduct multiple ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil with vessels affiliated with the US-designated National Iranian Tanker Company (NITC), it alleged. The NITC moves Iranian oil for National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) to transport it to refineries in the China. Among the companies sanctions by the State Department are Suriname-based Strong Roots Provider NV, Glazing Future Management NV, Engen Management NV; India-based Gabbaro Ship Services Pvt Ltd; Malaysia-based Alya Marine Sendirian Berhad, and Hong Kong-based Celia Armas Ltd. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L Yellen said, Today's sanctions target Iranian efforts to channel revenues from its energy industry to finance deadly and disruptive activity with dangerous consequences for the region and the world. Yellen described deadly and disruptive activity as those including development of Iran's nuclear programme, the proliferation of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, and support to regional terrorist proxies. We will not hesitate to take further action to hold Iran accountable, she said. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)First Published: Oct 12 2024 | 10:09 PM IST [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] The Treasury claimed Iran's oil exports are enabled by a network of illicit shipping facilitators. | Representative Photo: Bloomberg3 min read Last Updated : Oct 12 2024 | 10:09 PM IST An Indian shipping firm is among the dozen-odd companies sanctioned by the US for allegedly carrying Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia days after slapping restrictions targetting Iran's energy trade for its October 1 attack on Israel. Gabbaro Ship Services, the India-based company, was involved in the transport of Iranian petroleum as the technical manager of crude oil tanker Hornet and knowingly engaged in a significant transaction for the transport of petroleum from Iran as part of a 'Ghost Fleet', the State Department alleged. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp The latest American sanctions against several companies across the world comes in response to Iran's October 1 ballistic missile attack against Israel.  This attack targeted Israel's most populated city, Tel Aviv, and could have killed hundreds if not thousands of innocent people, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said. Following that attack, the US had made it clear that Iran would face severe consequences, he said, and added, the Departments of the Treasury and State on Friday announced the new and significant measures to more effectively target Iran's energy trade. The new designations today also include measures against the 'Ghost Fleet' that carries Iran's illicit oil to buyers around the world. These measures will help further deny Iran financial resources used to support its missile programmes and provide support for terrorist groups that threaten the United States, its allies, and partners, Sullivan said. The Treasury claimed Iran's oil exports are enabled by a network of illicit shipping facilitators in multiple jurisdictions which, through obfuscation and deception, load and transport Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia. Prominent among them include United Arab Emirates-based Max Maritime Solutions FZE (Max Maritime), which used vessels under its management to conduct multiple ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil with vessels affiliated with the US-designated National Iranian Tanker Company (NITC), it alleged. The NITC moves Iranian oil for National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) to transport it to refineries in the China. Among the companies sanctions by the State Department are Suriname-based Strong Roots Provider NV, Glazing Future Management NV, Engen Management NV; India-based Gabbaro Ship Services Pvt Ltd; Malaysia-based Alya Marine Sendirian Berhad, and Hong Kong-based Celia Armas Ltd. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L Yellen said, Today's sanctions target Iranian efforts to channel revenues from its energy industry to finance deadly and disruptive activity with dangerous consequences for the region and the world. Yellen described deadly and disruptive activity as those including development of Iran's nuclear programme, the proliferation of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, and support to regional terrorist proxies. We will not hesitate to take further action to hold Iran accountable, she said. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)First Published: Oct 12 2024 | 10:09 PM IST [ad_2] Source link

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[lucian-v-ghost]

One final bit of Lore™ for you all before the computer returns.

On every level of the Ghost Industries Ltd. R&D facility, there are vending machines for drinks, mainly sodas or water, as hot beverage consumption is usually restricted to the various cafeteria areas throughout the facility.

Most of the sodas available from these vending machines are Shize™ branded. Many employees have raised concerns about these sodas as experimentation has found that a liberal spray of water will cause the can to emit a sound similar to a moan of sexual gratification.

While this is somewhat odd, the various beverages themselves are undeniably delicious. We especially recommend Shize™ Tropical Storm or Shize™ Blueberry Melon Twist.

Ghost Industries Ltd. Would like to reassure all employees that the Shize™ Sodas are simply normal soft drinks and do not contain player souls of any kind.

On a related note, the Shize™ Vending Machine on Sublevel -7 that contains cans of Shize™ Thirst Born, has been quarantined until further notice.

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Hybrid Bicycles Market to surpass USD 17.1 Bn by 2032. The broader trend towards sustainability and eco-conscious choices in bicycles will augment the industry outlook. Several manufacturers are focusing on developing hybrid bicycles by deploying advanced lightweight materials, such as carbon fiber, aluminum alloys, and high-strength steel for the overall weight reduction of bikes. To illustrate, in February 2024, Chinese electric bike brand Heybike disclosed plans to launch its first carbon fiber E-bike with a 750W mid-drive motor. The strong focus on improving the performance, maneuverability, and portability of hybrid bicycles for making them more attractive to consumers is another emerging trend favouring the product demand.

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The fitness and exercise application segment is expected to record lucrative expansion in the hybrid bicycles market from 2024 to 2032. The growth can be attributed to the ability of handling a variety of terrains offered by hybrid bikes. The presence of gear systems allows efficient pedaling, further promoting cardiovascular exercise and muscle engagement. Rising incorporation of rack mounts and fender mounts to enable users to attach accessories like cargo racks, panniers, and mudguard will also boost the product application outlook.

Hybrid bicycles industry from the traditional technology segment is expected to expand exponentially up to 2032, led by their versatility in combining features of road bikes and mountain bikes. Traditional bicycles are suitable for various terrains, including paved roads, gravel paths, and light trails. With the growing concerns about environmental sustainability, more people are opting for eco-friendly transportation options. Benefits of adaptability, comfort, and suitability for diverse purposes to align with current lifestyle trends and preferences will also drive the segment growth.

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Europe hybrid bicycles market is estimated to record USD 4.3 billion in valuation by 2032 driven by the higher presence of supportive government policies, subsidies, and incentives for cycling. The growing awareness about the environmental impacts of transportation is prompting regional consumers to choose hybrid bicycles as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional vehicles, providing multiple growth opportunities to several manufacturers. For instance, in January 2024, London-based GIN E-Bikes secured €580k for speeding up the production capabilities of its hybrid bikes. The rising implementation of various measures to reduce car usage and promote cycling will also add to the market growth across the region.

Some of the prominent hybrid bicycles industry players include Avon Cycles Limited, Cannodale Bicycle Corporation, Cube Bikes, Diamondback, Firefox Bikes, Fuji Bikes, Ghost Bikes, Giant Bicycles Inc., Jamis Bikes, Kona Bikes, Trek Bicycle Corporation, Marin Bikes, Merida Industry Co., Ltd., Orbea Bicycles, Scott Sports SA, and Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. These firms are focusing on new product developments to proliferate their product portfolio and customer base. To cite an instance, in October 2023, Cube introduced Cube Fold Hybrid, its new electric urban bike powered by a mid-drive Bosch motor and large capacity battery.

Partial chapters of report table of contents (TOC):

Chapter 1   Methodology & Scope

1.1    Market scope & definition

1.2    Base estimates & calculations

1.3    Forecast calculation

1.4    Data sources

1.4.1    Primary

1.4.2    Secondary

1.4.2.1   Paid sources

1.4.2.2   Public sources

Chapter 2   Executive Summary

2.1    Industry 3600 synopsis, 2018 - 2032

Chapter 3   Industry Insights

3.1    Industry ecosystem analysis

3.2    Supplier landscape

3.2.1    Raw material supplier

3.2.2    Component supplier

3.2.3    Manufacturers

3.2.4    Battery and electric system suppliers

3.2.5    Distributors

3.2.6    End users

3.3    Profit margin analysis

3.4    Technology & innovation landscape

3.5    Patent analysis

3.6    Key news & initiatives

3.7    Regulatory landscape

3.8    Impact forces

3.8.1    Growth drivers

3.8.1.1   Increasing awareness of health and fitness among people

3.8.1.2   Growing innovations in materials, gears, and electronics

3.8.1.3   Rising demand for eco-friendly transportation solutions

3.8.1.4   Supportive government policies

3.8.2    Industry pitfalls & challenges

3.8.2.1   Higher initial costs of hybrid bicycles

3.8.2.2   Inadequate cycling infrastructure

3.9    Growth potential analysis

3.10    Porter’s analysis

3.10.1    Supplier power

3.10.2    Buyer power

3.10.3    Threat of new entrants

3.10.4    Threat of substitutes

3.10.5    Industry rivalry

3.11    PESTEL analysis

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Top 6 Best Co Op Games on PC Game Pass

Screenshot: Ghost City Video games LTD, 343 Industries, Tribute Video games Inc. With the vacations across the nook, you (like me) most likely have much more free time in your arms than typical. So, why not make investments it in a sport with a good friend? There are quite a lot of them on the market, however the ones that observe on this checklist are what I feel are one of the best of one of the best. On prime of that, you solely a necessity Recreation Cross subscription for PC and also you’ll get entry to them with out spending greater than your month-to-month subscription. So observe together with the highest 6 co-op video games on PC Recreation Cross

6 Greatest co op games on Recreation Cross PC to play this vacation

This checklist is that it’s not ranked, so you'll be able to decide whichever one and I can promise you and your mates can have an excellent time. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredders Revenge

Screenshot: Tribute Video games Inc. Leaping into this beat-em-up motion sport is as simple as respiration. The colourful 8-bit motion sport has a simple studying curve, which makes it simpler for everybody to get into. Whereas Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredders Revenge is a four-player sport, you'll be able to nonetheless dominate with two individuals. Every character has their very own, distinctive playstyle, so you'll be able to experiment to search out out what works finest for you. Due to its easy but deep mechanics, gamers of all talent ranges can have a blast with this retro arcadey beat’em up. Sea of Thieves

Screenshot: Uncommon LTD Taking part in as a pirate is nice, however with the ability to create a crew with a number of gamers makes issues even higher. Sea of Thieves provides you the liberty to create your journey however nonetheless helps you not get misplaced. The missions you get require everybody taking part in to place their heads collectively because it’s not simple. These kinds of video games are additionally nice for making content material in case you’re planning on launching a gaming TikTok or YouTube channel. Plus, the PVP factor provides one other sense of immersion the place issues are literally at stake. Moreover, being cross-play helps out a ton as effectively, this fashion your mates on PC and Xbox can be part of your crew. A Means Out

Screenshot: Hazelight If you wish to get misplaced in a novel, story-driven expertise that isn’t lengthy and may be very simple, take a look at A Means Out. Gamers take the roles of two jail escapees and should navigate the world and make some painful selections. Whereas A Means Out is linear, the story itself has a ton of weight to carry every little thing collectively. Each selection you make is felt and has dire penalties. With out giving something away, the ending does make the narrative for your entire sport value it. So it’s a must-try for the vacation. Nevertheless, maintain Kleenex close by, crying will likely be a traditional factor as the sport is emotionally charged. Gear 5

Screenshot: The Coalition Some of the iconic video games for the Xbox continues to be alive and kicking. Gears 5 has a ton of traditional components reminiscent of the long-lasting cowl system, the chainsaw melee assaults, and extra. Nevertheless, the sport does add extra reminiscent of mild open-world mechanics and some aspect bosses that you simply and your mates can try. Gunplay is a significant component in all of the Gears of Battle video games, and in Gears 5 it feels even higher. Plus, you and your mates can take the combat on-line with the numerous modes. There’s quite a bit on this little package deal, so chances are you'll be busy for the vacation season. Overcooked! 2

Ghost City Video games Ltd. Earlier than I am going into this Overcooked! 2 is that this sport requires a ton of persistence. I’m not kidding. My pals and I might have a yelling match over the place rice ought to go. So if you may get over that, you’re midway there. Nevertheless, the sport does have a steep studying curve that fortunately helps you get used to it shortly. From having some over-the-top ranges to being a sport the place communication is essential, has made Overcooked! 2 stand out out hit for co-op video games on PC. Halo: Grasp Chief Assortment

Screenshot: 343 Industries One factor I really like about Recreation Cross is that I can play Grasp Chief’s finest tales multi functional place. Because of the Halo: Grasp Chief Assortment, you and your good friend can witness all of the mainline video games as much as Halo 4. Plus, with it being cross-play, you'll be able to broaden your occasion measurement to make going by the story much more enjoyable. It’s only a disgrace that Halo Infinite does have the identical co-op features of the opposite video games which may have made issues much more immersive. You additionally get Halo Attain and Halo 3 ODST, so you'll be able to have hours of play with this compilation. If you wish to sport this vacation however don’t have time to put money into one thing tremendous deep, now we have some easy-going video games which can be a blast to get into. Read the full article

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jota solo - nessuno

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ltd clear lathe cut made at Burbi Dubs. hand numbered edition

basics recorded at home 11/22 to 2/23. additional instruments and vocals recorded by T. Sasao at Junges Wien, 03+04/23 written and performed by Jota Kaza Lax: cello Ev3 ov Destruktion: add. guitars

mixed by Jota & T. Sasao mastered by Martino Marini

artwork by Frl. Tost cover design by Jota co-released with nekofutschata.

The infamous Signore Jota, known or unknown for his monolithic lifework alongside Frl. Tost as Novy Svet and essential contributions to Mushroom’s Patience, Unitad Sasao, The Tiny Men, Severin Bestombes, Indra 1996, Gnostic Gnomes and a myriad of other musical lifeforms now all stardust – this elusive, serpentine Magi of the post-post-industrial underground is shedding his skin once more on Nessuno, a record of confrontational and permeative isolationist bliss. As with every re-configuration in his artistic vita, Jota drops a few scrambled jigsaw pieces in front of our eyes that remind us of everything and nothing at the same time. Kicking off with a sampled quotation from John Lennon’s “Watching the wheels” (“people say I’m crazy, doing what I’m doing…”), Nessuno transports us into a ritual space right behind Jota’s mind’s eye. And there’s lots of stuff going on here for the forty minutes to follow: the cavernous, residual pulse and hum of abandoned temples, trembling and staggering synth chords that seem to be plucked by invisible hands like will-o’-the-wisps across a nocturnal scene, fragments of acoustic guitar strings that appear more like a reminder of a song that once might have been than an actual instrumentation, the feel of open cables and cold energy, stabs of radio hiss on its ongoing, futile quest for an indefinite frequency. There is a whole world of puro rumore / puro amore being hinted at when Jota’s smoky signature croon strikes through the damaged, hobbling trip hop of Canzone della vita, an early highlight of the record, a few minutes into Side A. Other times, his words, all sung in Italian, bounce on and off the interior walls of the songs like the voice of a speaker who has long since left the room. There is the downward spiraling febrile delirium of Freddo uno and the unholy incantation of self-indictment on 6 || 6. When the fog and hiss of personal history and inner conflict has dissipated on the noise-addled ballad SacrifiZio Vittime, Jota halts to take a startling and rapt look at the inscription of scars torn open once more. For a short glimpse we’re tempted to believe that Jota has gone a skin too far this time, and now he sits naked to the core amidst the beautiful rubble of life. But nah… think twice! There will always be a plethora of mirrors lurking in every corner of the room, re-modeling the artistic persona of Jota Solo into a labyrinth that ramifies deeper than a Borges-ian nightmare. Enter the starlit odyssey dopo mezzanotte that is Il Mare, a melancholic instrumental piece, to touch at the darkly glistening ground of Nessuno’s journey. We can sense the dangerously haunting melodies of sirens shot through with windswept noises, but in the midst of it all there is also peace and contentment here. And then again, closing track Giorni due breaks off midway a demented braindance, waving goodbye in contorted poses whilst the credits roll on, leaving us nonplussed once more to where all of this has just sprung from and where it is heading now. If you’re asking yourself for references, Novi Svets more electronic adventures like Todas las ultimas cosas (2008) and Mono (2015) might pop up as first-choice. In the rare case that you’re novice to the whole microcosm, think Richard D. James having a field day with the ghost of Franco Battiato. Or maybe don’t, if that’s too outré. Either way, Jota’s new record is testament to the fact that he is still way ahead of the game, or more precisely, laying down the rules of a game all his own. However, it’s not this technical aspect, innovation of the hand, but innovation of the soul that lingers with us when the last grooves run out. Like it did so often before. Part of our future, part of our past.

Margot Benetti, Totensonntag 2023

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