Diana Ross (although my favorite is Ron Carter)
Diana Ross (although my favorite is Ron Carter)
Entire French Populace Moved To Tears By Cartoon Of Robot Holding Flower
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"Quantum computers are really good at operating on Abelian groups, but have, at least so far, not shown any success whatsoever on non-Abelian groups. This does make sense, given their construction, and gives us some data on why lattices have withstood quantum cryptanalytic attacks so far."
The Bad UX World Cup 2025. βBuild a date picker with bad UX (the worse, the better).β The winning entry used a Tinder-like interface to swipe your desired days, months, and years. [badux.lol]
WE'RE HIRING! Join our team, the ITS Collaboration Services Team at the University of Michigan! We manage Google Workspace, Dropbox, Slack, Zoom, Microsoft 365, and more. The position posting ends November 30th! myumi.ch/jJR3Z #hiring #highered #umich #googleworkspace #dropbox #slack #zoom #ms365
who will be first to hack alaska phone voting? halderman? bellovin? one of the matts?
princeton junction, new jersey
This is a black and white photograph showing a suburban residential scene from the 1980s based on the cars and architectural style. The image features a two-story colonial-style house with white siding and black shutters. The house has a distinctive gambrel roof design on an attached garage section on the left side. Yours truly in light-colored clothing stands in the driveway between two period cars - American-made sedans from that era. The property appears newly developed, with sparse, recently planted landscaping including some small shrubs near the house foundation and a young tree on the right side. The lawn looks freshly seeded or laid, and there's a lawn spreader or similar equipment visible on the grass in the foreground right. In the background, you can see other houses under construction or recently completed, suggesting this is a new subdivision development. The overall composition captures that classic American suburban expansion moment, documenting a family's new home in a growing neighborhood. ALT by Claude
post you from a different era
college professor, 1983
The same people are certain that there are cities in the US governed by Sharia law π
lake michigan under a blue and cloudy sky
This is a beautifully serene beach scene captured during sunset. The composition features: Foreground: A sandy beach with scattered rocks and driftwood along the shoreline. A small boat rowboat rests on the sand near the water's edge. Main Elements: On the left side, a striking silhouette of a pine tree frames the scene, with the sun glowing brilliantly through its branches, creating a natural focal point. Water: The calm waters of Marquette Bay display gorgeous gradient colors ranging from golden orange near the horizon to soft blue-gray in the upper portions. The water's surface is remarkably smooth and reflective. Sky: A peaceful gradient transitions from warm golden and orange tones near the horizon to cooler blue hues above, characteristic of golden hour lighting. Background: A distant shoreline or island is visible as a dark silhouette along the horizon line. The overall mood is tranquil and contemplative, with excellent use of natural light creating a warm, peaceful atmosphere. The photograph demonstrates nice composition with the tree providing natural framing and the leading line of the beach drawing the eye toward the glowing sun.
thanks! i just point and shoot βΒ sand, lake, and sky do the heavy lifting.
check out this one, that i took an hour ago. it's shutterbug heaven up here β impossible to take a bad shot!
This is a beautiful, serene beach scene featuring a pristine sandy shoreline meeting calm ocean waters under a stunning gradient sky. The sand appears light beige or tan with some texture and footprints visible on its surface. The ocean is relatively still with gentle ripples, displaying a deep blue-gray color that suggests either early morning or late afternoon light. The most striking feature is the sky, which transitions smoothly from a rich, deep navy blue at the top to lighter shades of blue and eventually to a pale turquoise or light blue near the horizon. This beautiful gradient creates a peaceful, contemplative atmosphere. The horizon line is clear and straight, dividing the composition roughly in the middle between sky and water. The overall impression is one of tranquility and natural beauty, with the calm conditions suggesting a peaceful moment at the beach. The lack of waves or disturbance in the water, combined with the clear sky, indicates favorable weather conditions and creates a sense of serenity.
lake superior under a blue sky
Detroit Institute of Art and the Main Library under a blue sky #weirdpano
czech and cantonese language tapes. filthy rudy ray moore tapes. i am dad.
death of the net predicted, film at 11
covid wastewater in ann arbor went from nearly the lowest in a year to half of last winter's peak in about 2 weeks
buckle up
This photo shows a beautiful river scene on a bright, clear day with a brilliant blue sky dotted with white puffy clouds. The main feature is a railroad bridge crossing the water, supported by concrete pillars. What's particularly interesting is a line of bright orange or red buoys floating in the water, creating a path or marker system across the river. On the right side of the image, there's a pedestrian walkway with orange railings that extends out over the water, allowing people to get closer to the river. The shoreline is landscaped with rocks and grass areas. The water is calm and reflective, mirroring both the sky and the surrounding trees. Dense, lush green trees line both sides of the river, creating a natural corridor. You can see some utility poles and power lines in the background, indicating this is in a developed area. The lighting is excellent, suggesting this was taken on a perfect summer day. The contrast between the deep blue water, bright orange buoys, green vegetation, and blue sky creates a very vibrant and appealing scene. This looks like a recreational area where people come to enjoy the waterway, possibly for boating, fishing, or just sightseeing.
blue sky over the argo dam
This photo shows a peaceful river scene with remarkably still, mirror-like water that perfectly reflects the cloudy sky above. The water surface is so calm that it creates an almost perfect [not really] reflection of the white and gray clouds scattered across the blue sky. Along the far shore, there's a dense line of mature trees creating a lush, green canopy. You can see a boat dock area nestled among the trees, with several boats visible. On the right side of the image, there's a concrete bridge or overpass structure spanning across the water. The sky dominates much of the composition, filled with puffy white and gray clouds against patches of blue sky. The lighting suggests this was taken during the day, possibly in late morning or afternoon, when the light creates this beautiful interplay between sky and water. The overall scene has a very tranquil, serene quality - the kind of peaceful waterway you might find in many parts of the Midwest or other regions with rivers and lakes. The stillness of the water and the perfect reflections create an almost symmetrical composition that's quite striking.
later that day overlooking the huron river and argo livery
This photo shows a panoramic view taken from the Broadway bridge looking out over the Amtrak station and Broadway park. The scene is dominated by a dramatic, overcast sky filled with gray and white clouds, with just a small patch of blue sky visible in the upper portion of the image. Below, the landscape shows a mix of residential areas with houses nestled among trees, and a large construction site with various vehicles parked throughout. There's a modern building with a distinctive flat roof visible in the middle distance, and you can see some infrastructure including what looks like a bridge or overpass structure in the foreground. The terrain is relatively flat with dense tree coverage throughout the residential areas, giving the community a well-established, leafy appearance. The parking area or construction site on the right side of the image suggests some kind of development or commercial activity taking place. The lighting suggests this was taken during the day, but the heavy cloud cover creates a moody, somewhat dramatic atmosphere. The wide-angle perspective captures the expansive feeling of the landscape and the impressive scale of the cloudy sky above.
big sky with a patch of blue over the amtrak station and the nearly complete broadway park
Detroit - NYC
Detroit - Isle Royale
TIL downtown Detroit is pretty much the same distance from Midtown Manhattan as it is from Isle Royale National Park which is part of Michigan
definitely, people need to read it and then yell their heads off at their Trump supporting relatives
the view from my hotel window
thereβs a marzipan museum in tallinn where you get to eat marzipan
This photo captures a scene in downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan, featuring the iconic Burton Memorial Tower in the background. The tower, part of the University of Michigan campus, stands tall behind a group of white vendor tents that are set up for the Ann Arbor Art Fair. In the foreground are several closed, peaked white tents arranged in a row, set up on a blocked-off street. Trees with lush green foliage partially obscure the base of the tower, and a mostly cloudy sky with a patch of blue peeking through fills the top of the image. To the right, a person stands near a black van, suggesting early setup or preparation for the event.
Burton Tower under a blue sky (but it won't be blue for long: as you can see, art fair is upon us)
This is a classic Manhattan street scene showcasing the dramatic urban canyon effect created by New Yorkβs towering skyscrapers. The photo captures the beautiful contrast between the cityβs architectural eras - you can see older pre-war buildings with their classic brick and stone facades alongside sleek modern glass towers that reflect the brilliant blue sky. The perspective from street level really emphasizes the scale and density of Manhattanβs built environment. The wide avenue stretches into the distance, flanked by these architectural giants that seem to reach endlessly upward. You can see pedestrians crossing at the crosswalk, giving a sense of the human scale against these massive structures. The lighting is particularly striking - the sun appears to be hitting one of the glass buildings, creating that bright glare, while the deep blue sky with white clouds provides a stunning backdrop. The street appears to be relatively quiet for Manhattan, which might suggest this was taken on a weekend or during a less busy time of day. This type of view is quintessentially New York - the interplay of old and new architecture, the urban canyon effect, and the way the cityβs grid system creates these dramatic sight lines down the avenues. Itβs the kind of scene that captures why Manhattanβs streetscape is so iconic and instantly recognizable around the world.ββββββββββββββββ
forty-second street looking east from fifth avenue under a blue sky with wispy clouds
comerica park under a blue sky
wolverines vs. spartans under a blue sky
This is from 2016..
HND under a blue sky