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Friars at the Basilica of Saint Francis turn to AI, lasers and gigapixel cameras to repair 13th century church
Crime Now Court Tosses Sentence After A.I. Video of Victim ‘Forgiving’ His Killer Is Played The New York Times - Adeel Hassan • 39m An appellate court in Arizona threw out the prison sentence of a man convicted of manslaughter after an A.I.-generated video of his victim was played in court.
Federal judges who've ruled against Trump administration denounce threats against themselves, their families
9 hours ago President Donald Trump abruptly ended a tense "Meet the Press" interview with host Kristen Welker in Wisconsin Sunday after she repeatedly challenged his claims about election fraud, California’s vote count and his proposed "anti-weaponization" fund. Trump cut off the interview after accusing NBC, …
Robots can sculpt marble, but some disagree if they're making art
10 hours ago The 8 best fantasy and sci-fi writers you're not reading One of the most frustrating parts about the convergence of critical and popular opinion caused by the social media age is that some stellar creators … 19 hours ago Kamala Harris mural in Atlanta painted over after election loss, prompting outrage A mural of Kamala Harris in Atlanta was promptly painted over as voters digested the outcome of her electoral defeat to Donald Trump.
Morocco's Gnawa musicians bring ancient songs to modern audiences Original
Gnawa’s musical legacy in Morocco For centuries, Gnawa music was only played in secret ceremonies by enslaved Black Africans kidnapped from the deserts of western Africa and brought to Morocco during medieval times. Gnawa— an indigenous word for Black people —was both an oral history and an antidote to suffering. But the story doesn't end there. Gnawa continued its journey out into the Atlantic from the slave ports of Africa and landed in America, where it helped give shape to the blues.
A Newcomer's Perspective on SpotLAX2023 - NYCAviation
For 10 years now, I have been hearing about the SpotLAX events. Each year, I would end up sitting at home staring at all the pictures and reading about the events. It made me very envious! When the dates for the 10th anniversary SpotLAX2023 event were posted, I realized that the time had come to actually attend the event. I had only be to Los Angeles once before, and that was more than 10 years ago. During that trip, I had managed to spot at the Proud Bird Restaurant for a few hours.
Save The Dates: SpotLAX Returns Next September - NYCAviation
Last month’s 10th anniversary SpotLAX event was one for the ages. We had our best turnout ever, and many attendees remarked that this was the best SpotLAX they had been to. New for this year was a rooftop spotting party at the H Hotel Los Angeles that saw nearly 200 people attend, easily our largest gathering of all time. Today, we’re thrilled to announce the dates for next year’s SpotLAX event. #SpotLAX2024 will take place September 13-15th 2024.
Get To The Chopper! My First Time Spotting From A Helicopter. - NYCAviation
Everyone has a bucket list. You know, those items that you really want to achieve before departing this mortal earth. Some, you know you will probably never achieve. Others, you know will be achievable with a little bit of work. For me, I know I will likely never be able to say I was in an aircraft that was catapulted off or landed on an aircraft carrier. I also know I will never be able to spend an hour in a helicopter over LAX airport photogr….
Chopping An Item Off The Bucket List - NYCAviation
Everyone has a bucket list. You know, those items that you really want to achieve before departing this mortal earth. Some, you know you will probably never achieve. Others, you know will be achievable with a little bit of work. For me, I know I will likely never be able to say I was in an aircraft that was catapulted off an aircraft carrier or was on an aircraft that landed on an aircraft carrier. I also know I will never be able to spend an hour in a helicopter over LAX airport photogr….
Here's Everything You Need To Know About #SpotLAX2023 - NYCAviation
The 10th anniversary of SpotLAX, #SpotLAX2023 is just about 2 weeks away. Here’s all the information you will need to make the most of this exciting event! First off, a note on activities. SpotLAX was initially conceived as an informal gathering of planespotters, and that spirit largely remains today. It’s an event where groups of friends both new and old gather to chat, enjoy the aviation ambiance, and take photos. We want all to feel welcomed at SpotLAX, especially our new attendees.
Drumroll Please….. Here’s the dates for #SpotLAX2023! - NYCAviation
More articles by Ben Granucci » Written by: Ben Granucci Tags: #SpotLAX2023, H Hotel Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), plane spotting, planespotting, SpotLAX One of the most common questions we’re asked this time of year is “when will next year’s SpotLAX be held?” In the past, we’ve always waited to announce the dates until late winter.
Here Is The #SpotLAX2022 Schedule - NYCAviation
#SpotLAX2022 is less than a week away! Here’s the schedule of events that we have planned. Returning this year are fan favorites such as Donuts On The Deck and our Saturday evening dinner at The Proud Bird. New this year is our first ever Friday afternoon gathering, on the roof of the new LAX Economy Parking Garage. Friday, September 16 1:00pm-4:00pm: Join us on the roof of the new Economy Parking Garage to enjoy the view from this brand new LAX spotting location.
Our Amazing #SpotLAX2022 Event Returns This September - NYCAviation
Winter’s chill is upon us. Around here, as we look forward to the warmer weather in the months ahead, we also begin planning our annual SpotLAX event. So it is with great excitement that we can announce that #SpotLAX2022 will be held the weekend of September 16-18, 2022! As in previous years, the event will be a fun-filled weekend of great planes, great views, and great people. For the fifth time, we will be holding our event the same weekend as Brett Snyder’s “Cranky Dorkfest“.
UPDATED: #SpotLAX2021, What You Need To Know - NYCAviation
Enter your email address to receive the latest updates through the SpotLAX Newsletter. powered by TinyLetter UPDATE Aug 17 2021: Just as expected, COVID continues to throw us curveballs, but we’re ready to meet them and update you with the latest on what to expect at #SpotLAX2021! Here’s what’s new. You can find our original post below. First, BRING A MASK. Masks are required in all indoor public spaces per LA County mandate. We expect all participants to abide by this, full stop.
Boston Logan International Airport Plane Spotting Guide - NYCAviation
| Spot A: Constitution Beach Views: This spot is most useful for runway 22L and 22R arrivals and departures as well as taxi shots of planes taxiing to or rolling off the 22’s. Directions: By road, take RT 1A to Boardman ST. Follow through the rotary to Saratoga St (the street leading to a big intersection). Go across the street, over the bridge, then veer to the right and take the first (quick) right. Follow that to beach.
#SpotLAX2021 Is Coming: What You Need To Know - NYCAviation
Summer is unofficially here, and that can only mean that our annual #SpotLAX2021 event is right around the corner! This year, the event will be held Friday September 17 through Sunday September 19. Once again, this weekend also coincides with Cranky Flier’s annual Cranky Dorkfest on Saturday morning at 11am. Best of all, most events are FREE! Photo by Heather Abbott With the ongoing pandemic, there is always the chance that we may have to cancel/change events.
Announcing Our Plans For #SpotLAX2021 - NYCAviation
We couldn’t be more excited to announce that NYCAviation’s #SpotLAX is back! Our fun-filled weekend of great planes, great views, and great people will run this year from September 17 through the 19th, 2021. Just like in prior years, we’re tag-teaming with Brett Snyder’s Cranky Dorkfest, held that Saturday at the park across from the iconic Sepulveda In & Out. While we are thrilled to be back, it will not be without some changes.
#SpotLAX2020 Has Been Cancelled. Here’s Why: - NYCAviation
Over the past several months, I have wrestled with a difficult decision: whether or not we could safely hold #SpotLAX2020 in September. With different parts of the country experiencing the crisis brought on by COVID-19 differently and at different times, it was not an easy decision to make. Initially, I was hopeful that we could somehow manage to sneak it in.
#SpotLAX2019 Is Right Around The Corner, Are You Ready? - NYCAviation
We hope everyone is having a fun start to the Summer! With July heat, that can only mean that our annual #SpotLAX2019 event is right around the corner! This year, the event will be held Friday September 6 through Sunday September 8. Once again, this weekend also coincides with Cranky Flier’s annual Cranky Dorkfest on Saturday morning at 11am. Best of all, most events are FREE! What else is going on that weekend?
#SpotLAX2019 Is Right Around The Corner, Are You Ready? - NYCAviation
We hope everyone is having a fun start to the Summer! With July heat, that can only mean that our annual #SpotLAX2019 event is right around the corner! This year, the event will be held Friday September 6 through Sunday September 8. Once again, this weekend also coincides with Cranky Flier’s annual Cranky Dorkfest on Saturday morning at 11am. Best of all, most events are FREE! What else is going on that weekend?
How vaccine hesitancy puts my family at risk
Seth Wenig | AP Seth Wenig | AP In this March 27, 2019, file photo, a woman receives a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine at the Rockland County Health Department in Pomona, N.Y. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that U.S. measles cases have surged this year, and at this pace will set a record for most illnesses in 25 years.
Maine Voices: Students aren’t the only ones who’d benefit from stricter vaccine rules
Maine Voices increase font size A third-grade teacher who has MS now risks contracting diseases against which he cannot be vaccinated. By Heather AbbottSpecial to the Press Herald Share YARMOUTH — When I opened my newspaper Saturday morning, the headlines filled me with dread: “Vaccine opt-outs for kids at all-time high in Maine” (Page A1) and “Worst-in-the-nation pertussis rate only getting worse” (Page A8).
JFK Airport Planespotting Guide - NYCAviation
PLEASE NOTE: this is an “alpha” version of the map. Please report any issues in this thread on the NYCAviation forums. Thank you. | Point A: Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge North Note: You will hear many spotters refer to this spot as “Howard Beach” even though that is not technically where it is. The name has just sort of stuck. Views: Known for 31L departures. Distant view of 13R arrivals. Directions: Get off of the Belt Parkway at Cross Bay Blvd and head south.
Case study: Nasdaq's troubleshooting to transformation
Imagine taking a broker from 1869, stuffing them into a time machine and winding the clock forward by 100 years. Stepping out onto the exchange, they would be looking out on a familiar sight. The method for taking buy and sell orders and physically trading stock would be pretty much the same. Move forward a couple more years to 1971 however and they’d meet a very different world.
Caste study: Nasdaq's troubleshooting to transformation
Imagine taking a broker from 1869, stuffing them into a time machine and winding the clock forward by 100 years. Stepping out onto the exchange, they would be looking out on a familiar sight. The method for taking buy and sell orders and physically trading stock would be pretty much the same. Move forward a couple more years to 1971 however and they’d meet a very different world.
Heather Abbott Connects With Female Amputees Over Fashion and Fearlessness
PAY IT FORWARD: After losing her leg in the tragic bombing at the Boston Marathon, Heather Abbott has dedicated her life to helping other amputees through the same transition she faced. As I look back five years to that fateful Marathon Monday in Boston, I am struck not only by how much my life has changed since losing my leg that day, but by how appreciative I actually am of some of those changes.
Book Jeff Bauman for Speaking, Events and Appearances
As the cover of Jeff Bauman’s New York Times bestseller, Stronger reads: “I saw the bomber. He took my legs, but he didn’t break me… He only made me STRONGER.” This inspiring Marathon survivor story, told in the upcoming major motion picture starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Jeff Bauman, has already captured the hearts of millions of readers.
New York's Greatest Plane Spotting Week of the Year Returns for 2015 - NYCAviation
It has been called “the Super Bowl of plane spotting.” Every September, leaders of the world descend on New York City for the United Nations General Assembly. Others simply refer to it as “UN Week.” More accurately, the ‘General Assembly’ is the name of the largest organization of the United Nations. Each year in mid-September, the General Assembly begins a new session. This year will be the seventieth session. As part of the start of a new session, a General Debate is typically called.
What I'm Reading | University of Venus | InsideHigherEd
I am first and foremost a reader, and I like to share what I've read with people I think would also enjoy the article or book or blog post. But I struggle to find the right social media platform to share what I’m reading. Goodreads is great for sharing books, but doesn’t include other media formats. I try to keep Facebook personal, and Twitter more public and professional, which works if I can condense quotes.
Touch N’ Go: US Navy Airship Program Canceled, Watch the A350 be assembled - NYCAviation
(Touch N’ Go is updated throughout the day with our favorite AvGeek news, pictures, videos, tweets & more.)t AvStories: ✈ Breaking News – U.S. Navy Airship Program Canceled. [Airships.net] ✈ Check out the National Museum of the US Air Force’s virtual cockpit tours.[AFMuseum] ✈ Flight Review: China Airlines’ New 777-300ER Wows Passengers.
Touch N' Go: Plane Crash in Wichita, Woman Behind the Voice at 200 Airports, Turnaround Timelapse - NYCAviation
#SpotLAX2023 Hotel Rooms Now Available! Summer is just a week away! And that can only mean one thing around here: it’s time to start planning #SpotLAX2023. As previously announced, #SpotLAX2023 will be held the weekend of September 8-10, 2023. This ye...
4 Dead After Plane Crash at Wichita MidContinent Airport - NYCAviation
A small plane crashed into a building at Wichita MidContinent Airport (ICT) just before 10 a.m. central time on Thursday, killing four people and injuring five others. Photos circulated within minutes on social media, showing a large fire and cloud of smoke. According to FAA spokesperson Elizabeth Isham Cory, the twin-engine Beechcraft King Air declared an emergency shortly after takeoff, stating that he had lost the left engine.
Touch N' Go: Amelia Earhart Plane Fragment Identified, Flying Car Takes to the Skies - NYCAviation
(Touch N’ Go is a collection of our favorite AvGeek news, pictures, videos, tweets & more from the day.) AvNews: ✈ Amelia Earhart Plane Fragment Identified. [Discovery] ✈ Aeromobil 3.0, a flying car prototype, begins test flights. [NYCAviation] ✈ The High Cost of Cancelled Airline Flights. [24/7 Wall St.] ✈ Directing Planes, by Remote Control.
Touch N' Go: A-7 Corsair II retired, SmartSky to battle Gogo/AT&T + more #AvGeek highlights - NYCAviation
(Touch N’ Go is a collection of our favorite AvGeek news, pictures, videos, tweets & more from the day.) AvNews: ✈ The Hellenic Air Force, the last operator of the A-7 Corsair II, has finally put its A-7 fleet into retirement. [IHS Jane’s 360] ✈ What it took for Elon Musk’s SpaceX to disrupt Boeing, leapfrog NASA, and become a serious space company.
Watching Airplanes: Crossing Generations to Foster the Aviation Dream - NYCAviation
Some people would say that I lead a bit of a boring existence. Long hours at the office and a commute that takes the better part of an hour greatly reduce the amount of free time I have in the evenings. Most nights it behooves me to wait out the evening exodus from Portland by watching the evening push at Portland International Jetport (PWM) from the observation area. The observation area is actually very nice.
Five of the World's Best Airport Viewing Areas - NYCAviation
When NYCAviation heard about the opening of the viewing area at Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel, I thought I’d look further into what made this hotel so plane spotter-friendly. And, as it turns out, the Rydges Sydney Airport hotel has a pretty cool thing going on, which inspired me to research other airport viewing areas around the world, too.
The Aircraft Viewing Areas of South Florida
Ah, South Florida. Known for its beautiful beaches, nightclubs, retirement communities….and aircraft viewing areas? As it turns out, the three main airports on Florida’s east coast all boast aircraft viewing areas, an absolute heaven for plane spotters and anyone with an interest in aviation. Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and even little Palm Beach all have an official viewing area of some sort, providing views of the airports main runway.
Photo Review: LAX Spotters Weekend 2013 - NYCAviation
More articles by NYCAviation Staff » Written by: NYCAviation Staff Tags: LAX, Photography, planespotting, spotlight Though always a sanctuary for planespotters, LAX saw a dramatic influx of enthusiasts lining fences and filling the grassy areas surrounding the airport recently. NYCAviation was fortunate enough to be invited to join in the planning and promotion of PHXSpotters.com‘s annual spotting adventure, and this year’s journey was to Los Angeles.
Photos: Virgin America and Hugh Jackman Unveil Real Steel Movie Plane - NYCAviation
Hollywood star Hugh Jackman was on-hand at Los Angeles International Airport Friday morning to unveil a newly painted Virgin America Airbus A320 decorated and renamed in honor of the new Dreamworks Pictures film, Real Steel. Virgin America's Airbus A320 Real Steel waits to have its new art revealed outside of the Flight Path Learning Center Museum at Los Angeles International Airport.
How to Choose a Camera: Sensors and Megapixels - NYCAviation
Ever since digital cameras began using the term megapixel, the meaning of the phrase “bigger is better” has taken on a whole new meaning. Practically every new camera release from almost every known manufacturer comes with a brand new sensor typically with more megapixels. That sensor represents the function that was provided by film in the past. To make the discussion simpler, I will only talk about digital SLR cameras and sensors.
On This Day in Aviation History: April 25th - NYCAviation
1983: NASA exploration spacecraft Pioneer 10 flies past the orbit of Pluto. 1972: German pilot Hans Werner-Grosse sets a new sailplane flight distance record of 908 miles (1,460 km) in a Schleicher ASW 12. 1948: A North American F-86 Sabre becomes the first jet-powered aircraft to break the sound barrier. The Stout ST-1, the first all-metal airplane built for the U.S. Navy, makes its first flight, piloted by aviation pioneer Eddie Stinson.
Video: Antonov An-124 Loads Giant Concrete Pump in Atlanta for Delivery to Crippled Japan Nuke Plant - NYCAviation
A Volga-Dnepr Airlines Antonov An-124 chartered by Japan’s disgraced Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) landed in Atlanta on Friday to pick up a giant Putzmeister concrete pump for delivery to Japan. The 190,000-pound pump will be used to spray water onto the damaged nuclear reactors at Japan’s Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant. TEPCO reportedly bought two of the pumps, which can be operated remotely, for about $2 million each.
Emirates to Launch Second Daily Flights to Houston and Los Angeles - NYCAviation
Emirates on Thursday announced the launch of second daily flights to Los Angeles (LAX) and Houston (IAH). Starting October 31st for Los Angeles and November 1st for Houston, Emirates will fly non-stop to both cities twice a day on Boeing 777 aircraft. The services will provide luxurious private suites in First Class and lie-flat seats in Business Class.
British Airways Cabin Crews Steps Closer to Strike - NYCAviation
British Airways Unite cabin crew staff have voted overwhelmingly for strike action against the airline over plans to change cabin crew hours and crew level cuts, although no time-period for the planned strike has been set as of yet. This is their second attempt to moving forward with a strike after their last blocked attempt during Christmas. Of the 80% of the Unite members that voted, 81% of the votes were in favor of the plan to strike.
Tokyo Haneda Slots Sought by Five US Airlines - NYCAviation
Following the conclusion of a pact reached between Japan and the US in December 2009, slots at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, are to become available for international airlines. This also falls in line with the opening of a new runway later this year at Haneda that will allow for long-haul international flights.
Boeing 787 Completes Stall Tests and Fatigue Testing Airframe Update - NYCAviation
Over the past few weeks, the crews piloting the Boeing 787 have performed between 50 and 60 stall tests on this brand new aircraft. During the stall tests, the pilots reduce power on the aircraft until it is no longer able to generate enough lift and then recover to normal flight speeds.
Santa's North Pole Approach Plate - NYCAviation
Ever wonder how Santa guides the reindeer and his sleigh back to his workshop? Here you go. I would advise against attempting this approach on your own, as I hear the security up there resembles that in the desert surrounding Area 51. One billion Schrute Bucks for the first photograph of Santa on final.
On This Day in Aviation History: December 25th - NYCAviation
2003 – UTA Flight 141 departs overweight and runs off the end of the runway at Conraky Airport in the Republic of Guinea, striking several structures and killing 151 of the 163 on-board and two on the ground. Some say that this aircraft may be the former American Airlines N844AA that was stolen from Angola in May of 2003.
The Logbook: Come Fly the Irate Skies - NYCAviation
• In a role reversal, a passenger had to deal with anirate flight attendant on American Airlines Flight 614 to Dallas this past Sunday. The F/A had been visibly irritated throughout the flight and at one point flipped out on a first class passenger after he merely asked for orange juice. She began yelling and making rude remarks to the man for a period of time before asking other passengers to be witnesses in her claim that he was rude.
The Logbook: French Passengers Only...Brace For Impact! - NYCAviation
• Pardon my French, but we’re &%#$@# going down! Passengers on an Aer Lingus flight became a little concerned after an automatic announcement told them they were about to crash when a mis-translated message was announced. After telling English-speaking passenger that they were about to enter turbulence, it was then explained in French that they would be ditching into the water and they went over emergency procedures.
The Logbook: Busy Day at the Paint Hangars - NYCAviation
• Bellview Airlines will be starting Lagos-Heathrow flights again December 1st with their new Boeing 767-300. • Horizon Air’s newest Q400 has been painted in a bright green “Comfortably Greener” scheme. • Boeing’s first 747-8 rolled out of the paint hangar in Everett, Washington. • Jetsetter from birth; a V Austrailia 777-300 flight from LAX to Sydney diverted to Honolulu last Friday when a woman gave birth in business class.
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