"Burger King over McDonald's?! That's your worst take."

As Netanyahu chats fast food on a podcast, the UN reports Israeli forces have killed over 1,000 Gazans at aid sites.

@maitlis.bsky.social | @jonsopel1.bsky.social

Proton is launching a privacy-focused AI chatbot AI, but make it private.

Proton is launching a privacy-focused AI chatbot

The image shows a river estuary on a cloudy day. The water reflects light, creating a shiny, winding path through dark, wet sand and mud. The sky is overcast, adding a somber atmosphere.

Aberdyfi to Dovey junction on the train views of the estuary are incredible, on a grey day shot through the window me wonder what Bill Brandt would make of it

#nature #travel #estuary #monochrome #bw #landscape #aberdyfi #seashore #bnw #blackandwhite #river #photo #riverdyfi #photography #wales

Pope condemns Gaza war’s ‘barbarity’ as 73 reported killed while waiting for food Pontiff also speaks of anguish over Israeli strike on territory’s only Catholic church, which killed three people

Pope condemns Gaza war’s ‘barbarity’ as 93 reported killed by Israeli fire while waiting for food

A view from an open doorway reveals a train platform and a stationary train. The train is white with a red stripe near the roof and has a window visible. The platform is textured and divided by a yellow line

Travelling by rail gives you the opportunity to see things and you could say a gateway to Wales.

#railway #photography #photo #train #railway #travel #wales #rail #transport #station #penhelig #station #aberdyfi

John Swinney calls on Sir Keir Starmer to help Scotland evacuate Gazan kids The First Minister wrote to the Prime Minister.

✍️ @johnswinney.bsky.social: "It is deeply saddening that so far the UK Government has refused to even enter into a dialogue about medical evacuations for children in Gaza who, without proper medical attention, will be left to die.” www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottis...

The image shows a monochrome view of a wide river estuary under a cloudy sky. The river curves gently through the landscape, leading towards a distant horizon. The scene is captured in shades of gray, conveying a calm and overcast atmosphere

Aberdyfi to Dovey junction on the train the views of the estuary, on a grey day shot through the window and thinking what Bill Brandt would make of it.

#bw #riverdifi #landscape #blackandwhite #estuary #photo #bnw #nature #seashore #riverdyfi #monochrome #wales #photography #travel #river #aberdyfi

A black and white photograph of a busy urban street. Tall buildings with varied textures line both sides. The street extends into the distance, populated by people and vehicles. The scene has a strong contrast, highlighting the mix of old and new architectural styles

View along Sai Yeung Choi Street showing the mix of older, buildings and modern high-rises. For me, that reflects how things connect and come together in Hong Kong

#hongkong #street #photo #streetphotography #architecture #blackandwhite #bw #photography #china #urban #bnw #monochrome #cityscape

The image shows a narrow Hong Kong alley in black and white. It features dim lighting, with a person standing and leaning against a wall. The alley is lined with old buildings and strewn cables. There are a few people going about their activities, adding life to the scene.

in Hong Kong there is a different scene round every corner a different moment.

#hongkong #asia #bnw #cityscape #street #photo #exploration #alley #art #urbanlife #streetscene #photography #blackandwhite #china #monochrome #bw

A black and white image of a vinyl record with a visible label. The label reads 'Wagner' and features a list of music tracks. The surface of the record shows scratches and light reflections, giving it a textured look. The arm of a record player is also shown

a dream record player with a Wagner LP that happened to be on it mixed with a scratched steel plate as if the time and flow of the music is completely distorted never to be fixed.
#photography #photo #noir #dream #art #monochrome #recordplayer #vinyl

A vibrant skyline of Hong Kong Island at night. The city is filled with tall buildings illuminated with colorful lights reflecting on the calm water below, creating a shimmering display. The night sky is dark, enhancing the bright glow of the city's lights.

Viewed from the sea,Hong Kong's skyline shines with a kaleidoscope of colors, reflecting its dynamic urban life and modern architecture in a radiant display.
#travel #citylights #photo #hongkong #hongkong #asia #queenanne #photography #cunard #nightview #city #skyline #china #architecture #urban

A narrow back alley in Hong Kong lined with tall buildings, with a person walking away into the distance. The alley is dark with shadows, and there is a beverage fridge on the right side

Hong Kong back alley. Tight space, deep shadow, just the kind of contrast I chase.

#hongkong #blackandwhite #alley #urban #contrast #streetphotography #bnw #cityscape #monochrome #shadow #highcontrast #backalley #asia #urbantextur

The image shows a black and white view of a subway platform in Hong Kong. People are walking along the platform, which is lined by a train with closed doors. Overhead signs display directions and station names in both English and Chinese. The station is well-lit, emphasizing the clean, organized space

This monochrome image captures the efficiency and structure of Hong Kong's subway. The orderly arrangement reflects a commitment to effective transport

#station #blackandwhite #street #photography #trainstation #hongkong #bnw #urban #photo #bw #monochrome #china #train #transport #subway

A black-and-white image showing a seated winged angel painted in a classical style. The angel wears flowing garments and gazes pensively into the distance. The background is completely dark, creating stark contrast with the illuminated figure. One can faintly make out the word "Vaea" near the base, referencing Mount Vaea in Samoa.

Black-and-white image of a winged angel painted by Abbott Thayer, symbolically overlooking Mount Vaea and the Vailima estate of Robert Louis Stevenson.

#apia #blackandwhite #photography #polynesia #bw #samoa #rls #robertlouisstevenson #vailima #bnw #monochrome #noir #history #photo

A narrow alleyway in Hong Kong lined with scooters and air conditioning units. The surrounding walls show graffiti and exposed pipes. Tall, densely packed buildings rise on either side, leading to a brighter high-rise structure in the distance

Hong Kong’s layered history is captured in this alleyway, where old air conditioners, graffiti, and scooters frame a dense urban passage.

#china #alley #asia #hongkong #street #backalley #photography #urbanphotography #cityscape #photo #urban #architecture #streetlife #travel #urbanex #scooters

Storm clouds gather over Singapore’s Supertree Grove, lending a stark contrast to the lush vertical gardens. This monochrome image captures the tension between nature and architecture .

#asia #singapore #photography #bnw #bw #blackandwhite #monochrome #gardensbythebay #photo #supertreegrove

An older man with short white hair sits on a wooden bench in an outdoor area. He is wearing a white shirt and light-colored pants, holding a smartphone with both hands, focused on the screen. Trees and modern structures are visible in the background

A man takes a peaceful break at Singapore's Gardens by the Bay. The serene setting and monochrome tones the simple act of resting.

#monochrome #urban #relaxation #outdoors #asia #blackandwhite #peaceful #photography #urban #bw #singapore #museum #park #bnw #photo #serene #gardensbythebay

A view of a modern city skyline with tall skyscrapers. The buildings are reflected in a body of water in the foreground. The scene includes a cloudy sky, giving the image a moody atmosphere

Skyline of Singapore, the reflections on the water mirror the city's corporate ethos, creating a cityscape that speaks to constant change.

#city #reflection #modern #photography #skyscrapers #moody #office #opulent #photo #tranformation #urban #riochgr #cityscape #corporate #singapore #asia

Looks like climate.gov is officially dead, for now. 💔

A tall control tower stands against a cloudy, overcast sky. The image is in black and white, highlighting the tower's rectangular structure and the dramatic sky

Dakar's harbor control tower against a moody sky evokes a sense of isolation and strength.

#harbour #riochgr #senegal #monochrome #harbor #dakar #blackandwhite #photography #photo #sky #africa #bnw #bw #urban #controltower #noir #transport

The image shows a black-and-white photo of people on an escalator. The scene is inside a modern, well-lit store with reflective surfaces and strong geometric patterns creating striking shadows.

the modern aesthetics of an Apple store in Singapore. The reflective surfaces and bold patterns create a sense of longing and anticipation.

#steps #shop #noir #blackandwhite #modern #bnw #reflection #bw #photo #singapore #applestore #asia #escalator #longing #photography #urban #moderndesign

The image shows the interior of the Belmont CTA station in Chicago. People are passing through turnstiles, and there's a large sign above indicating the red and purple lines. The space is busy, with bright overhead lights and dark flooring. The image is in black and white.

interior of belmont cta busy for a Sunday - lots of light and dark

#belmont #citylife #riochgr #street #noir #blackandwhite #subway #illinois #urban #monochrome #photography #transit #commute #bnw #chicago #cta #transport #station #bw

A monochrome image of a narrow urban alley under a bridge, with light filtering through. Pigeons scatter on the ground. The area is framed by brick walls and dotted with large dumpsters.

The image captures an alley beneath a city bridge. Birds and photographers find it a place to work
#photo #impermanence #bw #birds #photography #alley #riochgr #blancoynegro #urban #monochrome #bridge #mood #infrastructure #backalley #cold #belmont #decay #illinois #noir #bnw #chicago

A black and white photo showing people walking through a wide, covered walkway in Hong Kong. The scene is dimly lit, with bright light at the far end. Shops line the sides, and a group of people is gathered under the light, creating a contrast against the shadowy tunnel.

This image is of a Hong Kong street. The focused light at the end of the walkway highlights the movement of people.

#urban #shadows #asia #street #urbanlife #riochgr #photography #hongkong #city #walkway #monochrome #cityscene #shop #travel #bw #bnw #china #blackandwhite #streetphotography #photo

If people really find this to be such an easy conclusion, then Congressional authority should be easy to get.

So why don’t they insist on a vote?

They know this isn’t “progressive” resistance. They want to marginalize it as such because on top of this war being ILLEGAL, it’s also deeply unpopular.

Israel kills innocent Palestinians. Activists spray-paint a plane. Guess which the UK government calls terrorism | Sally Rooney If Palestine Action becomes a proscribed group, writing these words of support could become a serious offence. It’s vital we fight this alarming attack on free speech, says writer Sally Rooney

Israel kills innocent Palestinians. Activists spray-paint a plane. Guess which the UK government calls terrorism | Sally Rooney

A tall, narrow building in Hong Kong rises against the sky. The exterior is marked by numerous windows and air conditioning units. Sunlight casts stark shadows, creating a pattern of light and dark across the facade

This image of a Hong Kong building plays with contrasts, using black and white gradients to highlight urban textures and mood.

#photo #hongkong #builtstructure #china #photography #building #city #hongkong #urban #street #asia #architecture #cityscape #contrast #blackandwhite #monochrome

Iran is the enemy Netanyahu has always wanted to destroy. Even from their bomb shelters, most Israelis support his war | Aluf Benn Within Israel, Iran is seen as the ultimate threat. The prime minister knows this is his chance to rewrite his bloodied legacy, says Aluf Benn, editor-in-chief of Haaretz

Iran is the enemy Netanyahu has always wanted to destroy. Even from their bomb shelters, most Israelis support his war | Aluf Benn

A vibrant collage of small photographs arranged in a wide rectangle or square format, showing colorful architectural details, street scenes, and cultural elements of Penang, Malaysia. The images include bright doorways, intricate windows, local people, bicycles, and urban textures. The collage is set against a black background in some versions, emphasizing the rich colors and diversity of the scenes.

Studio Howard’s collage in Penang — a visual story of doors, windows, bikes, and everyday life. A reminder of the beauty in small details.

#Photography #Art #Penang #Malaysia #Collage #StreetScenes #UrbanArt #Culture #RicohGR3 #Architecture