August 2, 2024 – Page 11

Hidden for Centuries, Rare 17th-Century Miniature Papercuts Have Been Discovered Under Floorboards in Hackney — Colossal

[ad_1] Craft History #miniature #paper August 1, 2024 Grace Ebert All photos by James Dobson, courtesy of National Trust, shared with permission For middle and upper-class girls, 17th-century education included lessons in core subjects like reading and writing, along with embroidery, housekeeping, and paper-cutting. The latter craft typically involved using minuscule pairs of scissors, […]

In seaside Southport, a mosque bears the brunt of UK’s immigrant anxiety

[ad_1] LONDON (RNS) — The leading Muslim umbrella group in the U.K., the Muslim Council of Britain, has urged mosques to be extra vigilant and strengthen their security ahead of regular Friday prayers in the wake of this week’s violent attacks on a mosque in Southport, after false claims that a Muslim had killed three […]

Democrats begin roll call to make Kamala Harris the nominee : NPR

[ad_1] Vice President Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, delivers remarks before departing Houston on Thursday. Mark Felix/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mark Felix/AFP via Getty Images The virtual roll call to make Vice President Kamala Harris the Democratic presidential nominee is underway. After President Biden’s departure from the race, the party […]

"We want to make greater use of deep learning technologies": Canon talks AI, 3D imaging, and third-party lens support

[ad_1] From left to right: Tetsuji Kiyomi, Yasuhiko Shiomi, Go Tokura, Tetsushi Hibi Photo: Dale Baskin “In the past, we categorized the user bases as professionals, high-end amateurs, and entry-level users,” explains Go Tokura, Canon Executive Vice President, Head of its Imaging Group and Chief Executive of its Imaging Business Operations. “We still believe that […]

21 Apps Like Ibotta To Earn Cash Back Shopping

[ad_1] Have you ever wondered how you can earn extra cash just by shopping? Apps like Ibotta make it easy for you to get cash back on your everyday purchases by simply scanning a receipt or shopping online. These apps help you save money while doing something you already do – buying groceries and other […]

Charli XCX and Billie Eilish Share New “Guess” Remix: Watch the Video

[ad_1] Charli XCX has released another Brat remix. This time, she’s enlisted Billie Eilish for a new version of the bonus song “Guess.” The new song comes with a video directed by Aidan Zamiri. It features a ton of underwear and also a cameo from the producer of “Guess,” the Dare. Watch the “Guess Featuring […]

New RINGS OF POWER Behind The Scenes Featurette Focuses on Forging The Rings — GeekTyrant

[ad_1] A new behind-the-scenes featurette has been released for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 and it focuses on the forging of the rings. There are the 20 rings of power that are forged by Sauron, with the Elves to control Middle Earth. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or […]

Zucchini Biscuits (Parmesan Herb) – Sally’s Baking Addiction

[ad_1] These are my tender yet flaky zucchini biscuits, made drop-style in about 40 minutes without a mixer, rolling pin, or biscuit cutter. Savory flavors like parmesan cheese, fresh basil, parsley, and garlic infuse every buttery bite. And when they’re combined with garden zucchini and tangy buttermilk, it’s nearly impossible to resist a second helping. […]

A miniature Vegas Sphere is the perfect nightlight

[ad_1] A miniature Vegas Sphere is the perfect nightlight Arduino Team — August 1st, 2024 Sphere in Las Vegas is inarguably one of the most notable architectural achievements of the 21st century so far. Gaudy? Maybe. Controversial? Definitely. Interesting? Absolutely — no one can debate that with a straight face. When 15-year-old Ben Kennedy’s bedroom nightlight […]

‘Say Yes To The Dress’ Hayley Paige: Noncompete Devastating

[ad_1] Before you say “yes” to that dream job, you better read the fine print. Noncompetes, which stop employees from starting their own businesses in the same industry and working for a competitor for a set period after the employment ends, can be devastating, says wedding dress designer Hayley Paige Gutman. Gutman shared her testimony […]