Lloyd Robertson, one of Canada's most recognizable news anchors, dies at 92
2026-08-05T17:45:17Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
Him and Peter Mansbridge are my Canadian anchor memories.
Some of the most pristine ecosystems in the U.S. are losing protections
2026-08-05T17:43:20Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
Every time I hear Hawaiian names on the radio, I think: "is this local?"
“Most of his tuna stays in Hawaii, eaten raw in sushi or poke. ”
And that's why mainland poke can't compete! (In addition to them prepping it incorrectly into what's more like a salad bowl)
How Christopher Nolan filmed his adaptation of 'The Odyssey' 'without compromise'
2026-07-17T08:46:55Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
“So what I was asking the actors to do from a method point of view is start the scene. As it's developing in intensity, pause, keep everybody tensed up, reload the camera as quietly and efficiently as the camera crew could, and then pick up the scene again.”
That's a very fascinating insight!
Old-school digicams are everywhere. Why?
2026-07-17T08:42:43Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://www.npr.org/2026/07/15/nx-s1-5879158/old-school-digicams-are-everywhere-why
“Berkett says she does hold the camcorder differently now - flipped to its side so the video she films is vertical rather than horizontal - because most people will still watch it on their smartphone.”
Ruined!
Fixed!
2026-07-17T08:31:36Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
UA finally fixed their contact info modal! It's been like 5+ years since I kept reporting the issue to them...?
Mama Bird
2026-06-23T00:01:30Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
A fledgling and its mother is spending some time in front of me and it's like a toddler constantly crying out to mama for attention and food.
Cell broadcast support for the Linux Mobile Stack
2026-06-22T19:15:10Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://nlnet.nl/project/SMS-CB/
Wow! I finally won't need to bringing my weather radio with me (or rely on others)!
End of an Era
2026-06-22T19:14:19Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
A trip to Europe? In this economy? Expensive flights keep vacations closer to home
2026-05-07T02:55:28Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
“ So Hogan says many Americans are choosing trips closer to home. Her customers are also worried about conflicts overseas, like the war with Iran. So Hawaii, it is.”
Ah, this is why Waikīkī is so crowded these days!
KAMALEHUA: The Sheltering Tree
2026-04-30T19:16:42Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
Saw the dress rehearsal of: https://www.hawaiiopera.org/kamalehua
With this opera and https://www.myhso.org/concerts/btm-50-hokulea, it felt like Hawaiian culture month!
Seeing the choir chanting and praying prior to the performance backstage made this feel even more sacred and thus, very moving.
Mic malfunction leads to 'O Canada' sing along
2026-04-29T22:19:22Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
Kindle E-Readers Released in 2012 or Earlier
2026-04-09T05:59:28Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=TRXsYxKJr4WTdsVs2P
“Effective May 20, 2026, Amazon will end support for Kindle E-Readers released in 2012 or earlier. ”
It's finally happening. I have a 1st generation Kindle (the one with a physical keyboard) and it's still running great.
I've been primarily using it for library books but this can be an opportunity to just use my library services directly instead of integrating with Kindle so I guess this works out.
Behind Bluey's Music: Interview with Joff Bush 🎼 | Bluey Extras
2026-03-30T08:54:26Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://inv.nadeko.net/watch?v=5wT4UCVsv7I&t=342
“, the oboe's playing Flatpack...”
Yay! Orchestrated Flatpack confirmed!
The vinyl is already on its way so I am very much looking forward to it!
But... we can listen to it now: https://soundcloud.com/bluey-sc/flat-pack-feat-joff-bush#t=2:53
As desired, a real choir! Perfection.
The rest of the album is great. I think it's their best yet!
The vinyl arrived!
I love that the classical music quotes are fully credited complete with opus numbers, catalogues, and movement titles. The track listing on the sleeve reads like a classical compilation album!
https://soundcloud.com/bluey-sc/ice-cream-waltz-of-the-flowers
Only disappointment is that they didn't include the cue that plays leading up to the Waltz of the Flowers quote. The album track is just Waltz of the Flowers.
A little bit of the cue I mention can be clearly heard in the end credits (French version will do): https://invidious.nerdvpn.de/watch?v=SbzGGuZ1QOE&t=407
It's an earworm for me as it often pops in my head.
Austin leaders want to rename Cesar Chavez Street in wake of abuse allegations
2026-03-19T20:46:18Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
Having visited Austin recently, my first thought was this street in light of recent news.
Symphony Pet Peeves
2026-03-16T19:20:59Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
One of my symphony pet peeves is those in the audience who start to applaud before the performance finishes! It just bugs me in recordings when you hear that lone eager clapper jumping in and abrupt the ending of the piece.
My rule of thumb: watch the conductor. When the conductor relaxes, that is when the performance is truly done. Let the musicians hold the final phrase and allow the moment to sink in! It's part of the experience!
Another are those who cough with their mouth open. Why?!
@d6chung@identi.ca that's a little overbearing don't you think?All Weather Statements
2026-03-12T21:51:48Z via Identi.ca Web To: Public CC: Followers
So many colours!HECO: EnergyScout
2026-03-12T01:56:49Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/products-and-services/customer-incentive-programs/energy-scout
Wow, I feel so privileged to be part of this exclusive club!
They came and replaced the device, which now provides a web portal that can be used to schedule my water heater on my own terms along with temperature and leak sensors.
Latest floor-crossing puts Liberal majority within grasp — but Carney could still hit snags
2026-03-11T23:57:11Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/carney-house-hurdles-majority-9.7123815
Every time a floor-crossing is announced, I am reminded of this 22 Minutes skit: https://yewtu.be/watch?v=VwPfD0j2YcY
HSO: Joe Hisaishi Conducts Hisaishi
2026-03-05T08:22:42Z via Dianara To: Public CC: Followers
https://www.myhso.org/concerts/2026-mar-4-hisaishi
Wow!
One encore was his solo piano version of One Summer's Day and it's amazing that a single chord elicits an audible reaction from the audience!
I'm so glad we finally got him on the island!