Goldman Shifts a Top Private Credit Executive in Bet on Mideast
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-05/goldman-shifts-a-top-private-credit-executive-in-bet-on-mideast?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Time for some cultural change, we think.
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Celebripost - Il Post
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Celebripost
Con Owen Wilson e Ben Stiller, Ryan Reynolds, Kate Middleton e quelli alla Mostra del cinema di VeneziaIl Post
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Lisbona, la testimonianza di due italiani sopravvissuti
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Lisbona, la testimonianza di due italiani sopravvissuti
Leggi su Sky TG24 l'articolo Lisbona, la testimonianza di due italiani sopravvissutiRedazione Sky TG24 (Sky TG24)
NYC Grapples With a Weighty Dilemma: What To Do About Trucks
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-09-05/nyc-grapples-with-a-weighty-dilemma-what-to-do-about-trucks?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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NYC Grapples With a Weighty Dilemma: What To Do About Trucks
Heavy tractor trailers strain highway bridges and deliver noise and pollution to urban communities. But cities like New York also depend on trucking.John Surico (Bloomberg)
Initiative on AI hailed as growth catalyst
(China Daily) China's emphasis on bolstering the extensive and in-depth integration of artificial intelligence in various fields will help t...www.technologynewschina.com
How to Get Started with darktable
No matter your experience with raw photo editing, darktable can be intimidating and has a number of unique features which can be hard to understand at first. So just jumping in and flailing around is not a good strategy for learning it. With that in mind, here are my recommendations for getting started properly.
For help and discussion, join the discuss.pixls.us forum, which is the “official” darktable forum and were you'll find the power users and developers. The Play Raw section, in particular, can be a great way to learn.
The Basics
It's important to understand that the workflow and many tools are nothing like in Lightroom or most other raw editors, and trying to fit your old workflow into darktable is almost certainly going to be frustrating. If you have experience color grading video in programs such as Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve, you should find the workflow fairly familiar, though.
The FAQ
Read the new users section before anything else, since that will probably answer some of your questions.darktable.org/about/faq/
Beginner Tutorials
This tutorial is getting a bit old, so some details have changed, but it's still the best for understanding the core workflow: youtu.be/5CmsxxxsMDs
I recommend this tutorial next, since it's more recent, and covers the newer Sigmoid tonemapper: youtu.be/ZUc6LOzg_Nk
By watching those two tutorials, you'll already understand more than some YouTubers making darktable videos... Do not skip them, no matter your previous experience.
The Manual
Keep it handy and don't be afraid to read it. There's a good chance that what you want to know is in there.docs.darktable.org/usermanual/…
Next Steps
There are other YouTube channels and tutorials, of course, but they vary greatly in quality, so these are the only ones I can recommend, without reservations, to new users.
Bruce Williams
Has done a very good job of explaining most features in darktable. His YouTube channel is like an annotated manual.youtube.com/@audio2u
Boris Hajdukovic
The darktable wizard. He's the one to watch to take your editing to the next level and learn all the little tricks.youtube.com/@s7habo
Darktable Landscapes
This is a solid channel for general editing. There are even some videos for users coming from Lightroom.youtube.com/@DarktableLandscap…
Nicolas Winspeare/A Dabble in Photography
Also solid. Often a bit more technical.youtube.com/@adabbleinphotogra…
Aurélien Pierre
A former darktable developer, he has videos going deep into certain modules and topics.youtube.com/c/Aur%C3%A9lienPIE…
#darktable #photography #foss #OpenSource
Bruce Williams Photography
darktable is a FOSS (free and open-source software) alternative to apps like Lightroom and Raw Therapee. Bruce Williams will help you get up to speed on this awesome alternative RAW image editor.YouTube
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Sinovac Biotech announces initiative to boost China's biopharmaceutical supply chain
(China Daily) Chinese vaccine company Sinovac Biotech Ltd has teamed up with 69 partner companies to launch the Laifu Initiative, which is a...www.technologynewschina.com
Why not just test for Nazi tendencies and DNA relation?
Trump Administration Ending a Hiring Rule Dating to 19th Century
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Trump Administration Ending a Hiring Rule Dating to 19th Century
The Trump administration plans to rewrite the playbook for government hiring, allowing managers to select from a broader list of qualified candidates instead of having to choose from the top three scorers on a competitive exam.Gregory Korte (Bloomberg)
Polar Loop: Displayfreies Wearable ohne Abo als mögliche Alternative zu Whoop
Der finnische Sportuhrenhersteller Polar hat mit dem Loop sein erstes Wearable ohne Display auf den Markt gebracht. Im Unterschied zu Whoop kommt es ohne Abo.
Trump threatens to revoke US citizenship of Rosie O’Donnell
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to revoke the citizenship of one of his longtime critics – comedian Rosie O’Donnell.INQUIRER.net USA
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Timperi, 'torno giornalista nel prime time del mattino' - Tv - Ansa.it
https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/cultura/tv/2025/09/05/timperi-torno-giornalista-nel-prime-time-del-mattino_d518d775-a03b-450d-a26b-56ae82cfe520.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Timperi, 'torno giornalista nel prime time del mattino' - Tv - Ansa.it
"È un attestato di fiducia da parte dell'azienda, praticamente è il prime time del mattino". Sono queste le prime impressioni di Tiberio Timperi prima di iniziare la sua nuova avventura insieme a Maria Soave, Unomattina news. (ANSA)Agenzia ANSA
Blitz anti-migranti in una fabbrica di Hyundai-LG in Georgia, arrestati più di 300 sudcoreani - Nord America - Ansa.it
https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/mondo/nordamerica/2025/09/05/blitz-anti-migranti-in-una-fabbrica-di-hyundai-lg-in-georgia-arrestati-piu-di-300_f19855bb-f7b0-4eb3-95e6-cd35d9dd5fca.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Blitz anti-migranti in una fabbrica di Hyundai-LG in Georgia, arrestati più di 300 sudcoreani - Nord America - Ansa.it
Ira di Seul: ' 'Preoccupazione e rammarico' per 'diritti ingiustamente violati' (ANSA)Agenzia ANSA
Me l’hanno regalato… e indovinate un po’? Ho di nuovo da studiare!
Tanto vale farlo come si deve: niente pose da lamer da quattro soldi, ma capire fino in fondo come funziona questa piccola meraviglia
Se devo perderci tempo, almeno che sia tempo speso bene… e con due mattoni di manuali così, non mi manca certo la lettura da comodino! 🙏
@G3rt
Dirò una cavolata, ma leggendo altrove mi è sembrato di capire che le stesse cose le può fare un Raspberry Pi, anch'esso con la GPIO dove collegare cose
How Did a Croatian Freediver Hold His Breath 60 Times Longer Than Most?
https://www.sciencealert.com/how-did-a-croatian-freediver-hold-his-breath-60-times-longer-than-most?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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How Did a Croatian Freediver Hold His Breath 60 Times Longer Than Most? : ScienceAlert
Most of us can hold our breath for between 30 and 90 seconds.The Conversation (ScienceAlert)
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If you can’t make it and want to follow along from elsewhere, live streams will be at 2025.nixcon.org/live
NixCon 2025 - Switzerland
Join us for NixCon 2025 in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland on September 5-7, 2025.NixCon 2025
UN decries crimes including gang rape, murder, torture in Congo conflict over last year
https://apnews.com/article/congo-m23-human-rights-united-nations-8700888f0589d621b760c98aeb2d9239?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Oggi la #cultura ci parla di #scienza, di #fisica.
Da quale altra disciplina scientifica Otto Hahn ebbe l'idea di chiamare la rottura del nucleo atomico "fissione"?
E non googlate che vi vedo!
E non suggerite.
#QuizTime
- Biologia (50%, 8 votes)
- Chimica (25%, 4 votes)
- Zoologia (12%, 2 votes)
- Elettronica (12%, 2 votes)
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Dropbox high CPU usage? Dropbox High CPU? Why is Dropbox using a lot of CPU on my computer?
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Aqua 1 Foundation, which invested $100M in Trump-backed World Liberty Financial, provides $20M in financing to Above Food Ingredients (ABVE)
Aqua Labs Investment will be tech partner
Above Food is in deal to merge w/Dubai company Palm Global
Announcement notes: Aqua 1 recognizes potential of Palm Global's Palm Promax Investment partnership, including tokenization of $1.5 trillion in sovereign assets, gold-backed stablecoin and proprietary trading platforms
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"Though some criticism of the initiative has merit, cutting the program wholesale would be a mistake," writes Alexander William Salter.
"It should instead be refocused and improved." wapo.st/3VtExl8
Trump Hosts Tech Titans at White House
President Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner at the White House on Thursday evening, attended by leading executives from the world’s top technology companies. The event highlighted the administration’s commitment to strengthening ties with Silicon Valley and underscored its focus on artificial intelligence and domestic investment.
The dinner was originally planned for the Rose Garden but was moved to the State Dining Room due to weather conditions. Despite the change, the atmosphere remained formal and warm. Trump welcomed his guests with praise, describing them as highly intelligent figures and essential partners in shaping America’s economic future.
Elon Musk’s Absence Draws Attention
The guest list included some of the biggest names in the industry, from Mark Zuckerberg and Tim Cook to Bill Gates and Sam Altman. Yet one absence stood out: Elon Musk. The Tesla and SpaceX chief confirmed he was invited but said he could not attend in person, instead sending a representative. Tensions between Musk and Trump have escalated in recent months following public disagreements, and his absence underscored the widening rift.
Trump offered a pointed remark about Musk, calling him a genius with enormous potential, though he added that there are issues Musk must resolve. The comment reflected the complex relationship between the two men, marked by both respect and strain.
Major Investment Commitments
The central theme of the dinner was investment in America. Trump pressed each executive to state their commitments openly. Meta and Apple pledged to channel investments worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Google announced plans exceeding $200 billion, while Microsoft outlined an annual investment of tens of billions.
OpenAI, represented by CEO Sam Altman, voiced strong support for Trump’s pro-business policies. Altman described the evening as “a refreshing change” and pledged to expand AI certification programs to benefit millions of Americans by 2030.
Bill Gates offered a different angle, emphasizing the role of technology in advancing medical research. He highlighted AI’s potential to accelerate the development of vaccines and treatments for diseases such as HIV and sickle cell. Gates also praised public health initiatives previously launched during Trump’s presidency, framing AI as a crucial driver of future breakthroughs.
A Shift in Relations with Silicon Valley
The gathering marked a turning point in the government’s relationship with the tech industry. In prior years, tensions had flared over regulation and criticism of Big Tech practices. This time, the atmosphere was notably different. Executives not only attended but expressed open appreciation for policies designed to foster innovation and growth.
Trump reinforced the idea that America must remain the global leader in technology. “We want innovation to be born in America, to grow in America, and to benefit the American people,” Trump declared during the dinner.
Politics and Economics Intertwined
Beyond economics, the dinner carried significant political weight. Trump aimed to signal that his administration is not solely reliant on traditional industries but is also aligning with the leaders of technology who are shaping the digital future.
For the executives, attending the White House was a symbol of readiness to work more closely with the administration. For the public, the event was seen as a strategic moment that will influence the trajectory of AI, education, and healthcare across the United States.
Closing Perspective
Elon Musk’s absence was notable but did not overshadow the importance of the dinner. With figures such as Zuckerberg, Cook, Gates, Nadella, Pichai, and Altman at the table, the event underscored that technology now lies at the heart of America’s political and economic strategy.
Olam News will continue to follow the evolving relationship between Washington and Silicon Valley and its global impact on innovation. Readers can also explore our in-depth analysis on technology investment strategies in the Business and Technology sections of Olam News.
this is a stain on our nation
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The Israeli president's invitation to the UK shows Starmer is an accomplice to genocide
Israel president Isaac Herzog has been invited to London to meet with government ministers next Thursday.Ricky Hale (Council Estate Media)
The deputy White House chief of staff has emerged as a key enforcer of the D.C. operation in the month since Trump federalized the local police department.
How Stephen Miller is running Trump’s effort to take over D.C.
washingtonpost.com/politics/20…
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Ausgaben der gesetzlichen Krankenkassen steigen weiter an
Die Ausgaben der gesetzlichen Krankenkassen sind im ersten Halbjahr weiter gestiegen. Das erklärte Ziel von Gesundheitsministerin Warken bleiben stabile Beiträge. Offen ist jedoch, ob das gelingen kann.
Thomas Bornhaupt
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