Plutonic Rainbows

I initially encountered an issue where every time I saved an image's metadata using IPTCInfo3, a duplicate backup file (with a tilde at the end) was created, cluttering my directory. To resolve this, I installed the latest version of IPTCInfo3 directly from GitHub, which includes an overwrite option. I then updated my code in my application to call: ipt c_ info. save (options=[ "overwrite" ]). That change successfully prevented the creation of the unwanted backup file.

This photograph, taken in the mid-1990s, features the famous Italian fashion model.

Beautifully elusive ghost dubs from Civilistjävel! burst forth with a compelling new LP that arcs from Pole-inspired vapors to crystalline ambient textures, culminating in a closing track featuring cult chamber pop artist Thomas Bush — all new from Fergus Jones' burgeoning FELT label. Following the success of Brödföda (2024) and Jones' solo debut for Numbers, the seven-part suite Följd reliably guides devoted listeners into intimate, imaginary synth landscapes that evoke an uncanny isolationist pastoralism and reflective introspection, echoing traditions from Cluster to Enno Velthuys, Ø, and more obscure Swedish synth influences.

In addition to a farewell piece featuring collaborative vocals by Thomas Bush, the album spotlights Tomas Bodén's rapid, improvisational synth play. His approach gently navigates a realm of softly expansive, aerated analog textures and spongy sub-bass frequencies, crafting what is now recognized as a distinctive signature sound. From the opening strokes to Bush's quietly yearning vocals, Civilistjävel!'s subdued yet melodious instrumental lyricism guides listeners through moments reminiscent of Mika Vainio's classic Kantamoinen, unfolding with frosted-pane synth gazes, a breathtaking 10-minute centerpiece of melting drum machines and synth wooze, perfectly measured dubbed acid in XVII, and an iridescent, blissful escape in XVIII.

I have, for many years admired this company for their advertising artwork. Here is a fantastic example from 1990.

I optimised performance by deferring render-blocking resources and streamlining my external connections. I added the defer attribute to my jQuery and Lightbox2 script tags so they load in the background without delaying the initial page render. I also improved connection times by adding preconnect links for my external resources from code.jquery.com and cdnjs.cloudflare.com. Additionally, I modified the Lightbox2 stylesheet link using a media attribute trick to ensure it doesn’t block rendering. This should improve load times while maintaining functionality.

In recent weeks, I’ve refined the design aesthetics of this blog, focusing primarily on the background and link colors. Additionally, I’ve added Lightbox functionality. Since the Lightbox resources are served via a CDN, the overhead is minimal.

CloudFront speeds up image retrieval by caching images at multiple edge locations around the world. When a user requests an image, CloudFront delivers it from the nearest edge location instead of fetching it from your origin (like your S3 bucket), which might be far away. This significantly reduces latency and load times. Additionally, CloudFront optimizes network routing and supports features like compression and smart caching policies to ensure that content is delivered as efficiently as possible.

OpenAI has integrated Deep Research into its desktop applications and enabled multi-modal support for both o3-mini and o3-mini-high. This upgrade is important because it now allows file uploads of both text and images. I do wonder if it is still worth the pro cost subscription.

Today, I embarked on an exciting journey into natural language processing by creating a syntax tree application using Python’s NLTK library. The project started by demonstrating the significance of syntax in NLP, where I built a simple Python script that tokenizes input sentences, performs POS tagging, and uses a regular-expression-based grammar to generate syntax trees. This approach provided a clear, structured visualisation of how sentences are parsed, setting a strong foundation for the project. With the core NLP functionality in place, I integrated a web interface using Flask, allowing users to enter sentences and see their parsed syntax trees in real time. To elevate the user experience, I turned to D3.js to create an interactive, horizontally oriented SVG visualisation. This step involved dynamically sizing the SVG based on the tree’s layout and adding zoom and pan features so that users could easily navigate through complex trees. The result was a sleek, responsive display that brought the underlying language structure to life.

To add a final touch of interactivity and polish, I implemented smooth hover animations and tooltips for each node in the tree. When a user hovers over a node, its circle gently enlarges while a tooltip appears, providing detailed information about the node. Throughout this process, I ensured that all text elements maintained a clean and modern appearance. This project not only deepened my understanding of NLP and web visualisation but also showcased how to seamlessly merge backend processing with interactive front-end design.

After reading a few positive reviews, I decided to purchase this product. It is available exclusively in a 30 ml bottle, and the quality is outstanding. It makes an immediate impact and wonderfully evokes the timeless charm of vintage Polo Ralph Lauren.

It opens with a sharp burst of aromatic herbs and mint that immediately grabs attention, before evolving into a complex heart where animalic and spicy nuances — most notably a potent castoreum — intermingle with earthy, resinous notes.

Despite its bold and polarising opening, the dry down reveals a surprisingly balanced composition, merging warm, woody elements with subtle sweetness that endures impressively over time. Ultimately, Unutamam is celebrated for its transformative character and lasting impact, making it a fragrance best suited for those willing to embrace its unconventional and provocative nature.