Creativity

Paolozzi at 100: exhibition highlights the revolutionary work of Britain’s leading pop artist

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

However, his work crossed a range of creative styles including paper collage, lithography, silk screen, textiles, murals and ceramics.

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  • However, his work crossed a range of creative styles including paper collage, lithography, silk screen, textiles, murals and ceramics.
  • Paolozzi’s influence on the 20th century artworld was immense and he helped shape several art movements with his unique insights.
  • For this work Paolozzi is considered an early pioneer of pop art and is often called the father of British pop art.
  • This exhibition is a testament to the breadth of his work and a true celebration of one of Britain’s greatest artists.

Paolozzi the pop artist

  • Paolozzi was appointed as a teacher at the Central School of Arts and Crafts from 1950 to 1955.
  • This approach can be seen in one the show’s highlights, the “tear sheets” in Take-off, one of the original 45 collages from his Bunk Pop Art series.
  • There is an ongoing debate about whether these collages were the first truly pop art works or simply pieces in Paolozzi’s many scrapbooks that were categorised after the pop art movement had been defined.

Silk screen printing as a new art form

  • Paolozzi’s exploration and use of silk screen print making techniques as an art form was ahead of other contemporary artists such as Andy Warhol, who latterly was exhibited beside him at the Museum of Modern Art in New York (1968).
  • One of the most striking examples of his silk screen work in the exhibition is As is When (1965).
  • Paolozzi exploits the unique colour separation properties of silk screen printing and includes quotes from the Viennese philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein’s writing.


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Blane Savage does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

AI is creating fake legal cases and making its way into real courtrooms, with disastrous results

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

AI has also played a hand in creating music, driverless race cars and spreading misinformation, among other things.

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  • AI has also played a hand in creating music, driverless race cars and spreading misinformation, among other things.
  • It’s therefore highly concerning that fake law, invented by AI, is being used in legal disputes.

How do fake laws come about?


There is little doubt that generative AI is a powerful tool with transformative potential for society, including many aspects of the legal system. But its use comes with responsibilities and risks. Lawyers are trained to carefully apply professional knowledge and experience, and are generally not big risk-takers. However, some unwary lawyers (and self-represented litigants) have been caught out by artificial intelligence.

  • When prompted by a user, they can create new content (both text and audiovisual).
  • Although content generated this way can look very convincing, it can also be inaccurate.
  • This is the result of the AI model attempting to “fill in the gaps” when its training data is inadequate or flawed, and is commonly referred to as “hallucination”.

It’s happening already

  • The lawyers, unaware that ChatGPT can hallucinate, failed to check that the cases actually existed.
  • Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former lawyer, gave his own lawyer cases generated by Google Bard, another generative AI chatbot.
  • He believed they were real (they were not) and that his lawyer would fact check them (he did not).

What’s being done about it?

  • Several US state bars and courts have issued guidance, opinions or orders on generative AI use, ranging from responsible adoption to an outright ban.
  • Law societies in the UK and British Columbia, and the courts of New Zealand, have also developed guidelines.
  • In Australia, the NSW Bar Association has a generative AI guide for barristers.
  • Many lawyers and judges, like the public, will have some understanding of generative AI and can recognise both its limits and benefits.


Vicki McNamara is affiliated with the Law Society of NSW (as a member). Michael Legg does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

All of Us Strangers buys into tropes of tragic queer lives – but there is hope there, too

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

On the surface, All of Us Strangers, directed by Andrew Haigh, is a dark and twisty love story.

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  • On the surface, All of Us Strangers, directed by Andrew Haigh, is a dark and twisty love story.
  • Underneath, there is the often-present storyline seen in queer cinema: that of trauma and tragedy.
  • All of Us Strangers follows lonely middle-aged gay man Adam (Andrew Scott), struggling to come to terms with his tragic past and sexuality.

Queer representation

  • Queer representation in mainstream media has historically been marred by negative stereotypes, tokenistic representation and death.
  • In my recent interactive documentary, Queer Representation Matters, queer media scholars and queer screen storytellers share how queer characters are often relegated to roles characterised by tragedy or trauma, perpetuating harmful tropes like “bury your gays”.
  • Online queer news site, Autostraddle, have compiled a list of the 230+ dead queer female TV characters, which continues to be updated with each death.
  • Essentially, for queer people, it starts to feel like you can’t have queer representation without someone dying tragically at the end.
  • Read more:
    We studied two decades of queer representation on Australian TV, and found some interesting trends

We need diverse stories

  • Tropes will always exist in storytelling, but by having more diverse queer filmmakers telling more diverse queer stories, audiences will have a more balanced narrative about queer life (and life expectancy).
  • We need to see stories that challenge the narrative that being queer ultimately leads to pain, trauma and tragedy.
  • We need to see we can also live long and happy lives, so we can believe we can have the happy ever after.
  • Read more:
    All of Us Strangers: heartbreaking film speaks to real experiences of gay men in UK and Ireland


Natalie Krikowa does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

EQS-News: Krones significantly increases revenue and profitability in 2023 – Executive Board forecasts continuation of profitable growth path in 2024

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

For the full year 2024, the Executive Board forecasts revenue growth of 9% to 13% with an improved EBITDA margin of 9.8% to 10.3% and ROCE of 17% to 19%.

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  • For the full year 2024, the Executive Board forecasts revenue growth of 9% to 13% with an improved EBITDA margin of 9.8% to 10.3% and ROCE of 17% to 19%.
  • Based on the preliminary figures for 2023, Krones has continued on its profitable growth path and met the financial targets projected for the Group.
  • Krones thus met the upgraded growth target of 11% to 13% published in July 2023 (previously: 8% to 11%).
  • Krones’ EBITDA margin increased to 9.7% (previous year: 8.9%)
    Despite increased procurement prices and a change in the product mix, Krones’ profitability improved significantly in 2023.

EQS-News: wienerberger successfully closes acquisition of Terreal

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

wienerberger expects the acquisition to generate additional annual revenues of approximately € 725 million.

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  • wienerberger expects the acquisition to generate additional annual revenues of approximately € 725 million.
  • The combined pitched-roof business is projected to add up to a total roof surface of about 75 million square meters covered per year.
  • With the acquisition of Terreal, wienerberger positions itself as the European pitched-roof expert capable of integrating solar, rainwater, and additional solutions, including accessories and insulation material, and thus establishes a strong platform for further growth”, says Heimo Scheuch, CEO of Wienerberger AG.
  • By acquiring Meridian Brick, wienerberger further strengthened its position as a leading supplier of facade products in North America.

Entries for the 2024 OnePlus Photography Awards are now open, calling on photography enthusiasts worldwide to ‘Make the Moment’ with smartphone cameras

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 February 2024 - Global tech brand OnePlus today launched the 2024 OnePlus Photography Awards (OPA) in partnership with the International Photography Awards (IPA) — the global platform that encourages photographers to discover and share artistic creations — together bringing premium smartphone imaging experiences to more photography enthusiasts worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 February 2024 - Global tech brand OnePlus today launched the 2024 OnePlus Photography Awards (OPA) in partnership with the International Photography Awards (IPA) — the global platform that encourages photographers to discover and share artistic creations — together bringing premium smartphone imaging experiences to more photography enthusiasts worldwide.
  • To provide an even more open platform for all mobile photography enthusiasts, Hasselblad ambassadors and Hasselblad masters will join the professional judges of OPA 2024 alongside OnePlus imaging product experts and the professional IPA jury team.
  • Together, these features deliver an effortless pro-level camera that forms the foundation for the best ever mobile photography experience.
  • For further details about OnePlus's partnership with IPA in 2024 and OPA 2024, please visit the official OnePlus website .

The Global AI Show Announces Its Official Awards Ceremony: Global AI Awards 2024

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024

Calling AI-focussed technology entrepreneurs and experts to present their innovations and submit nominations at the Global AI Awards 2024. Nominations are open until March 17, 2024.

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  • Organized by VAP Group, the Global AI Awards seeks to recognise excellence and innovation, and pay tribute to the trailblazers, innovators and guardians who tirelessly push the boundaries of possibility.
  • The award presents an opportunity for industry corporations and start-ups to showcase their leading AI technology to an audience of over 10,000 attendees.
  • "Through the Global AI Awards, we wish to recognize and commend leaders, companies, and start-ups worldwide for their contribution to the AI industry.
  • The Global AI Awards, with its 20 award categories, will celebrate artificial intelligence leaders who are working towards improving the disrupted AI realm through innovating and adopting advanced technology.

Leading AI Platform DeepFakeAI Gets Listed on MEXC Exchange

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024

Singapore, Singapore--(Newsfile Corp. - March 4, 2024) - DeepFakeAI's token is gearing up for its debut on MEXC Exchange after a successful Kickstarter voting campaign.

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  • Singapore, Singapore--(Newsfile Corp. - March 4, 2024) - DeepFakeAI's token is gearing up for its debut on MEXC Exchange after a successful Kickstarter voting campaign.
  • With an impressive 32,669,522 MX in user support, the listing promises to enhance the AI platform's accessibility and functionality.
  • Founded in 2018, MEXC Exchange is renowned for its high-performance infrastructure and global reach.
  • The listing of FAKEAI on MEXC Exchange marks a significant milestone for both platforms and expanded accessibility for users worldwide.

The L Gallery, a New Beacon of Luxury and Creativity is Unveiled in the Heart of Tel Aviv

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024

A testament to life and art amidst the region's ongoing conflict, The L Gallery symbolized LIFE and stands as a symbol of hope and creativity.

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  • A testament to life and art amidst the region's ongoing conflict, The L Gallery symbolized LIFE and stands as a symbol of hope and creativity.
  • Some artists represented by the gallery find themselves unable to return to their homes, making the gallery's mission even more critical.
  • Elevating the art experience, The L Gallery is dedicated to redefining luxury in the art world.
  • The L Gallery (address: Ahad Ha'Am 13, Tel Aviv) invites art enthusiasts, collectors, and investors to visit, in person and online.

Tmall Announces the Launch of Shanghai's "China Brand Carnival"

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Dimanche, mars 3, 2024

Tmall's "China Brand Carnival" in Shanghai showcased 13 top Chinese brands, blending traditional culture with modern tech, attracting young locals with interactive experiences and artistic performances.

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  • Hangzhou, China--(Newsfile Corp. - March 3, 2024) - Tmall, a leading online retail platform, has inaugurated the "China Brand Carnival" at Shanghai INS New Park, bringing together 13 of China's elite brands for a groundbreaking spring brand event.
  • The carnival, which ran from March 3rd to 4th, was notable for its fresh Chinese style and pioneering interactive experiences.
  • The event featured creatively designed Chinese-style exhibition areas and interactive installations, along with an array of artistic performances including dance, sitcoms, and light and shadow shows.
  • This initiative by Tmall underscores its commitment to fostering innovation, enriching offline consumer experiences, and showcasing the vibrant creativity and cultural pride of Chinese brands.