#the world is so diverse. and the if community is just so broad. how could you not WANT to engage in the voices that you expect / hope to

[armoricaroyalty]

what's something you'd like to see more of on royal simblr?

Great question, me! There's a number of things I'd love to see more often in the royal simblr community, such as:

More non-western influences and royals. European monarchies are the most accessible to English-speaking westerners, but in the modern day, most monarchical systems exist in Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. I can only think of a few royal Simblrs that are meant to have non-Western settings--I'm sure there are more that I'm not aware of, so I'd love recommendations on that front!

More stylistic diversity. @warwickroyals touched on this in her answer to this question, but there is a prevailing style for women on royal simblr, which is very classically feminine with a lot of dainty features and soft pastels. I'd love to see more people try to differentiate their characters a bit more in terms of silhouette and personal style. I think there were some royal simblr fashion police a few years ago who sent rude messages to people who broke "the rules" of royal dress, and I think that's had a bit of a stifling effect on the community. Even if you give your royals strict dress codes, I think there's a lot of room to play around and experiment within those parameters. For example, I was actually watching that Prince Philip doc produced by the royal family after his death, and I was struck by how distinctly all the women dressed. Princess Anne was in jeans and a blazer, Zara Tindall was wearing a sleek skirt suit, Beatrice and Eugenie were wearing flowy floral dresses...there's a lot of ways to be polished and stylish while still expressing individual style, so I'd love to see some of that on simblr.

More diversity, just in general. I'm not going to pretend I'm not also guilty of this, but royal simblr is very white, very able-bodied, very cisgender and heterosexual, very thin, and very conventionally beautiful by western standards. There's no reason why made-up countries with made-up histories should follow all the patterns and prejudices of the real world, so it'd be nice to see more of a range of types. I love my beautiful, icy brunettes as much as the next person (you will pry Rosalind from my cold, dead hands) but it'd be great to see more representation of different types of people.

More interesting men. This is one that's a lot more subjective, but I feel like there is a general tendency toward blandness when it comes to male characters on royal simblr. Speaking very broadly, the menfolk tend to be either irredeemable dumpster creatures OR perfect husbands and fathers who wait patiently for their "messy" love interests to realize that he's the man of their dreams. I don't think there's anything wrong with either of these things in a vacuum (and there's tons of stories that I really enjoy that make use of those archetypes), but I feel like there are some missed opportunities for more interesting and dynamic male characters, especially as love interests. For me personally, it's hard to get invested in a romance where one or both parties is certifiably Nice (tm) without any other defining character traits.

Anyway, all this to say that these are really broad trends, and I'm sure you could cite strong counterexamples for each OR point out places where I've fallen into the same patterns. But in general, those are the community-wide tropes that I think could use the most refreshing.

[fatehbaz]

The Unsettled Plain defies the conventional framings of the region’s [”Middle East”] history. The protagonists of this book are the people often left out or relegated to a minor role: pastoralists, peasants, workers, and migrants who lived in Ottoman countryside. Many books adopt national or imperial geographies, but I have used a space that destabilizes such geographies. Call it Cilicia, Çukurova, or the Adana region -- the book is about a coherent, interconnected place that is hidden on the map today.

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During the nineteenth century, this corner of the Mediterranean at the border of Syria and Turkey contained diversity that would surprise Anglophone readers accustomed to images of the Middle East painted with a broad brush. [...] Speakers of Turkish, Arabic, Armenian, Kurdish, and Greek lived side by side there for centuries, not just in cosmopolitan cities but also in the vast hinterland. With large-scale migration during the latter half of the nineteenth century, Tatar, Circassian, and Chechen refugees from the Russian Empire, as well as Cretan Muslims and various people from the Balkans built new settlements in the region [...]. An extraordinary array of communities that made up the population of the late Ottoman Empire shared this one small place. 

Among rural inhabitants, there were many ways of life, ranging from long-distance, nomadic patterns of grazing sheep and goats to intensive, plantation-style cultivation of cotton for global export. And in a space only a little bigger than modern-day Lebanon, there was also intense environmental contrast. Foreigners used to remark that one could set out on foot from a lowland city like Adana, which might have felt just as hot as Egypt on a summer day, and in two or three days be in mountain spaces reminiscent of the Swiss Alps. That is in fact precisely how the local people lived, migrating between the highland and lowland micro-climates on a seasonal basis and spending the summer in those precious mountain spaces. So in all these ways, the world of The Unsettled Plain is more complex than what we get in Ottoman histories written from the vantage point of Istanbul or Cairo, or for that matter the histories of the modern Middle East written inside of nation-state containers. [...]

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The central issue that runs throughout the book is malaria [...]. Malaria is associated with the tropics today, but it used to be very widespread not only in the former Ottoman Empire but also Europe and North America. I use malaria to show how the transformation of the Ottoman Empire from the Tanzimat reforms of the mid-nineteenth century onward impacted rural people. Settlement policies and the commercialization of agriculture disrupted malaria avoidance strategies that were rooted in an intimate understanding of the local environment, resulting in catastrophic malaria epidemics for resettled or displaced people and the gradual intertwining of malaria with agricultural labor and increasingly uneven relations between landowners and workers. Far from being unique to the Ottoman experience, this story harkens to the experiences of many spaces throughout nineteenth-century empires.

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Each chapter of the book circles back to the question of malaria through different interlocking themes, and those themes are [...] ecology, the state, capitalism, war, and science. Chapter 1 is focused on aspects of Cilicia’s local ecology and politics before the Tanzimat period, and Chapter 2 studies the impacts of state reform and settlement policy during the high Tanzimat period of the mid-nineteenth century. Chapter 3 studies how a new form of capitalism centered on cotton export shaped this region during the last decades of the Ottoman period, and Chapter 4 studies how much of that new world was destroyed during the World War I period and the subsequent Franco-Turkish war. Chapter 5 traces continuities between the late Ottoman period and early Republican period in Turkey, focusing on the themes of science and technology and examining the role of medicine and public health in the remaking of the countryside. [...]

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Between modern-day residents of Çukurova, those who have settled in Istanbul, Ankara, or other cities in Turkey, and those who have emigrated abroad to Germany or elsewhere, a sizeable percentage of people from modern Turkey either claim this region as home or have some personal connection to it. There is also a substantial portion of the Armenian diaspora in the United States, France, Lebanon, Armenia, and elsewhere who think of Cilicia as their ancestral homeland. 

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Words of Chris Gratien. As interviewed by Jadaliyya. Regarding Gratien’s book The Unsettled Plain: An Environmental History of the Late Ottoman Frontier (2022). This text and the interview were published at Jadaliyya online on 25 April 2022. [Bolded emphasis added by me.]

[yakerriah]

I'm going to start off by saying, my problems with this anime are problems I have with most shoujo anime, and it always painting our protagonist as these grown with who apparently the only person in their world that's been sheltered in a bubble. With 'A Sign of Affection', it's the exact same problem, except the anime stands out a little more because it has a deaf protagonist. Which I have no problem with, because even mediocre anime deserves some form of diversity.

OUR PROTAGONIST (ITOSE YUKI)

According to the first wiki I've seen, our protagonist is a shy, timid girl due to the limitations in how should could communicate with others. Despite her withdrawn nature, she is shown to be pure-hearted and honest individual. In other words, she has no personality outside of being innocent and ignorant about the world so the love interest can have a reason to be around or at least the story can pretend they have some sort of chemistry with him improving her with his multilinguist abilities and backpacking around the world.

One particular thing that really bothers me about this protagonist, more so than others, is how she spends a large part of her relationship with the love interest misunderstanding every single thing. It's like that's how the anime could only think of creating conflict, because usually without conflict there isn't much to tell. Let’s not mention how she ends up falling for ole dude based off “Love at First Sight”, which I don’t mind, if it wasn’t so boring and just feel with such lack of chemistry afterwards.

Overall, she’s like any other meek, “innocent”, and ignorant shoujo protagonist who needs to be “saved” by her love interest so she can see a bigger world. Though, as a nineteen year old with access to the internet she should not be this impressed where they pretend that count as chemistry for their relationship. The main selling point was her being deaf, which I don’t have any criticism against because again, even mediocrity needs diversity.

LOVE INTEREST (NAGI ITSUOMI)

The love interest is also quite typical for what is seen as attractive in a love interest in shoujo anime. He’s tall, broad shoulders, and for some reason people were saying he looked like Gojo Satoru, but he didn’t. Outside of being multilingual and having left Japan at six, Itsuomi also didn’t have much of a personality either. Also, I’m not sure if its just me, but it was odd how he seemed to have more hobbies and depth than the protagonist.

One thing I did not understand, was Yuki constantly misunderstanding everything when it came between their relationship. Simply because of plot, Itsuomi showed favoritism towards Yuki. Honestly, I don’t have much to say about Itsuomi, because how can he be so interesting, yet personality wise boring as hell.

CONCLUSION

Overall, because they did not have any personality or depth, the romance was killed because it was mainly forced by plot. Like, realistically they would not have been in a relationship, unless being boring is their common place to be boring. Wish the author would have done more to make them feel two-dimensional, instead of focusing on the fact a deaf protagonist would be their main selling point. It’s cute, but I suppose since I’m at a point where I have to be more interested in the characters rather than the warm feeling I can’t enjoy it as much.

[script-a-world]

Submitted via Google Form: Official Languages

Can I create a small country that uses multiple official and common every day languages? Like 5 official languages and it's very common to hear 10 more languages in use every day on the streets. Signage would always be in the 5 official languages and it's not uncommon to find the other languages available in places as well. It's going to be a very ethnically diverse place and multiracial. I am imagining that only 5% of the population would be monolingual. 95% would be bilingual, 70% trilingual, 40% quadrilingual or more. How could schooling work? All local schools are required to pick one of the official languages as the main medium and as mandatory study, one of the other official languages as well as a third non-official language, with the majority of schools having on offer 3-4 other languages. Also, how would this affect sign language? Could the deaf community as a whole create a main sign language since it would be a small community. If I have an 8 million population, and only 0.1% would sign as a main language that'll be 8000 people. Why would they want to be divided further, since sign is a language in itself. Part 2: Oh, uh the question I asked about languages, when I say small country I mean it's like size of Hawaii's Big Island, although 30% would be sparcely inhabited. I guess those places could be a bit relaxed in language needs?

Tex: It would need to be a very cosmopolitan place, and likely both a place that’s economically-dependent in its wider world but also geographically located in an area that can sustain lots of sea, land, and possibly also air travel.

If you’re talking about a place the size of anything in the context of Hawai’i, then that decreases the likelihood of a sizeable native population. In all practicality, one or two languages will win out as the lingua franca due to sheer consideration of making a brain juggle multiple languages at a time.

If you’re having the local schools focus on one or maybe two languages for education, then those will likely be the languages that become de rigeur for participating in that society; the other languages by dint of lower popularity might become regional, or relegated to specific societal functions (religious, academic, etc). The language(s) that money moves in is going to be your predominant indicator of linguistic trends.

It’s not uncommon for many countries to have bilinguality or even trilinguality, it’s just that such a culture will accrue meanings for each language to a particular function. You might be able to sort things out like that, i.e. bakeries speak language A because of X history, recreation centers speak language B because of Y reason, hospitals speak language C because of Z reason.

Utuabzu: This sort of multilingual society is more common than most monolingual people often assume, both across the world and across history. Monolingualism is actually fairly uncommon. Countries varying in size from India* to Luxembourg have multiple official languages and get along just fine. Size isn't really an obstacle here - Vanuatu has over 1000 languages - nor are density or development - Singapore has 4 official languages and quite a few more community ones, and Switzerland famously has 4 official languages and very strong and healthy regional dialects.

In these situations it's not uncommon for something called diglossia (or polyglossia) to occur. This is a situation in which people divide up domains - broad categories of contexts - between languages. So, for example, in Kinshasa a Bakongo person might speak Kikongo at home and with close friends of the same background, Lingala on the street, kiSwahili in the marketplace and French at school or when dealing with authorities. This is a division of domain (Kikongo for the domestic domain, Lingala for the informal public domain, kiSwahili for the commercial domain and French for the educational and governmental domains). This also commonly happens with dialects of a language, and if you speak one yourself you can probably notice yourself doing this, speaking the local dialect with friends and family in casual contexts and a more standard form of the language with teachers and officials in formal contexts.

Something that should be noted is that these situations can be stable for long or even indefinite periods, such as with Swiss German dialects and Standard German in Switzerland or English and Cantonese in Hong Kong, or they can be unstable, with either the P (prestige) form edging out the NP (non-prestige), such as with Métropolitain French with Occitan in southern France** or the NP edging out the P as people see it as elitist or pointless***.

Multilingual education is also a lot more common than monolingual people often assume, and has been around for a long time. The Austrian (and later Austro-Hungarian) Empire used first language primary education through its entire history, transitioning to German or Hungarian higher education, and for a very practical reason. It's a lot easier to teach kids the basics of literacy and numeracy in their first language rather than simultaneously teaching them a foreign one. Especially when the community has low literacy levels among adults, so their parents can't help. Italy didn't start teaching primary school in Italian until the 20th Century (though this was as much a function of a severe shortage of teachers who could speak it as anything else - estimates say as few as 2.5% of Italians could speak Italian in 1860).

Multilingual education is also not detrimental to overall educational quality. The system generally considered best in the world - that of Finland - is multilingual, requiring students to be able to speak both Finnish and Swedish. Even in places with less prestigious minority languages - such as Wales or New Zealand - multilingual schools are often preferred, because among other reasons they tend to have better outcomes than their monolingual peers. It's not uncommon in these places to see monolingual parents putting their kids into these schools - usually originally set up to help revitalise the language - for the quality of the education rather than for any cultural or emotional connection to the language.

So, the most likely model for an education system here is one that starts with first language (L1) instruction in the first few grades, gradually introducing one of the official languages, first as a subject in its own right and then as a medium of instruction for other subjects. By 'middle school' or equivalent you might see the L1 reduced to a subject, with the primary official language taking over as the general medium of instruction, and another official language beginning to be introduced in the same manner, potentially along with a foreign language, especially if it is a regional or global lingua franca. By high school it would generally be expected that the kids are competent in at least their main official language and can get by in their secondary one, and focus would shift more to preparing for university or other higher education. This might mean teaching more in the regional/global lingua franca if the higher education system primarily operates in that language - likely if the country is small and thus also generally reliant on foreign students to boost enrollments to a sustainable level.

In a country this size, there's probably a general 'street' language, the one that people use in casual encounters with strangers in the market or on a bus or something, where they don't know what other languages this person speaks. These are often either the language that came to fill the commercial domain - since everybody needs to be able to talk to merchants - or the one that dominates the government domain - since everybody needs to be able to communicate with authorities, or at least understand what they're being ordered to do. If the former, it's generally the language of the group that historically dominated trade - like kiSwahili across Eastern and Central Africa or Malay across insular South East Asia. If the latter, it's generally the language of the most powerful group, usually the one that united the country, like Amharic in Ethiopia or Farsi in Iran, or of a colonising power, or of a religious authority, like Spanish and Portuguese across Latin America, French across much of Africa or English in South Asia, or sometimes just the largest group, like Guarani in Paraguay (though this usually overlaps with the unifying group).

Often, when a country was unified very quickly by an outside power, like colonised places such as Papua New Guinea or Vanuatu, or had a very large number of immigrants (voluntary or otherwise) from many language backgrounds, such as Hawai'i**** or slave colonies like Haïti or Suriname, a creole forms and takes the role of street language -  Tok Pisin, Bislama, Hawai'ian Pidgin, Haitian Créole and Sranan Tongo respectively.

It's also not uncommon for there to be a prestige language, sometimes a long dead one, that gets used for ceremonial, religious, scholarly or legal purposes - or once was and left behind a bunch of borrowed words in the languages that displaced it - like Latin across much of Western Europe, Koine Greek across most of Europe, Sanskrit across the Indosphere (the region historically influenced by Indian civilisations), Classical Chinese across the Sinosphere (the area historically influenced by Chinese civilisation), Classical Arabic across the Islamic world, Ge'ez in Ethiopia. Think of how much legal and scientific jargon in English is borrowed from Latin and Greek. Similar things occur in other languages.

As for signed languages, they can be stable at quite small population sizes - New Zealand Sign Language isn't going anywhere - because d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) people sort of need them to communicate comfortably, without requiring implants or lipreading or subtitles. When signed languages get displaced, it is generally by other signed languages, eg. Hawai'i Sign Language being displaced by American Sign Language. Any language can be stable at a low speaker number, so long as transmission between generations remains high. Basically so long as kids are still being taught the language by their parents, the language is generally going to stick around.

*India gets bonus points for the array of different scripts in use, further complicating matters.

**This usually occurs when a government uses the education and legal systems to deliberately suppress regional languages in favour of the national one.

***British English gives us a good example here, as Received Pronunciation (RP) - that weird, stilted form that you hear from old recordings of British politicians and royals - was edged out of the government domain by a form closer to the regional dialects, particularly those of South-East England.

****Immigration from Asia and Southern Europe into Hawai'i actually begins before the Hawai'ian kingdom was overthrown by the US, and Hawai'ian Pidgin (actually an English-based creole, but the name stuck) actually emerged in independent Hawai'i.

[loominggaia]

How do atheists on gaia explain that the divines talk to the celestials and that gaia literally makes them?

On Looming Gaia, "atheism" isn't one set of beliefs, but rather a broad umbrella that encompasses a lot of different beliefs. Some atheists don't believe in celestials at all, some believe in them but do not think they're intelligent. Some don't believe in the Spirit of Gaia, and some do but don't think She's sapient/aware. They think she's no more intelligent than an amoeba.

As a general rule, the brand of atheism you see in Zareen Empire was pushed by industrialist political groups. They push the idea that Gaia is not a living being because it makes people more accepting of the pollution they cause, and then the money keeps flowing uninterrupted. Zareenite atheists don't feel bad about the pollution they cause because they don't believe it's hurting the planet. How could it, if the planet is not alive in the first place? Or if She is alive, She's not intelligent enough to feel pain, like the ameoba.

These atheists may or may not believe in divines. Some think divinity is just a magic spell like any other. They might believe monsters are just illusions, science experiments, or magical creations. They are ignorant and don't really understand how magic or souls work.

They may not believe that divines really communicate with celestials, and they may not even believe that celestials exist. Many Zareenites live in a little microcosm and don't get to experience the world outside of it. It's easy for them to tune out reality because there isn't much--if any--magic happening around them. So, they're free to kind of make up their own version of reality and it usually goes unchallenged their whole lives.

Zareenite atheists are actually quite diverse in their beliefs. The one thing they share in common is that they don't believe Gaia deliberately created anyone or anything. Even those that accept She's alive just think of her as a giant dumb bacteria behaving on electrical signals, not intelligent thought.

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[qnewsau]

How Shanny T-Bone overcame hate from within our community

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How Shanny T-Bone overcame hate from within our community

Each month, we ask local entertainers to spill the tea about themselves, their craft and the local scene. This time it’s Brisbane drag artist Shanny T-Bone. 

Shanny shares her love of Kylie Minogue, finding the balance between femininity and masculinity and overcoming ignorance from within the LGBTQIA+ community.

The first time I did drag was…

In Maryborough in 2005. It was at a once-a-month LGBTQ+ dance party called Diversity, which was founded by a good friend Shawn Dern aka Donna Frock. 

When I first moved to Brisbane, I was introduced to Sporties, The Wickham and The Beat, where I got to see incredible drag artists like Miss Synthetique, Yana Michelle, Crystal Dior, Venus Envy, Trixie Laumonte, Sasha Trajik Mole, Iona Toyboy and Dame Liz Taylor.

I was enamoured by their talent, sparkle and glamour. I consumed as many drag shows as I could.  Soon I became friends with my drag mother Crystal Dior, and her friend Donna.

I would often talk to them about how I would do drag one day, seemingly that day would never come if it were up to me. One day Donna told me I had a month to organise a wig, some heels and a costume because I’d be performing at Diversity.

So I got some size 14 heels, a beach blonde wig and a costume made for me, and did my first show. The rest is history as they say… 

Shanny’s drag

I would describe my drag as…

Big, bright, bold, bashful, busty, beautiful, bearded broad. And a bit of a cunt. 

Having a beard as a drag artist…

Saves you a lot of money on razors, and you never get razor burn. For a long time, I thought I needed to fit into an archetype of drag to be considered legitimate and serious. I was conditioned to think I needed to shave to emulate the perceived fantasy of drag. 

When I had time off performing, I relished in growing a beard and living my best bear life. When it came time to throw the heels on, I really resented and hated having to shave. For the longest time, I struggled with finding the balance between feeding my masculinity and femininity. Then something clicked, and I realised I could have the best of both worlds and be just as (if not more) beautiful in drag with a beard. 

Letting go of the expectations of what others engrained in me early in my drag career has been so liberating. 

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My best skill in being a drag performer is…

Makeup. It’s my favourite part of the drag transformation. I love using vibrant and pigmented colours in my looks.

I think it’s what I’m best known for, being a “Mugzilla”; a term created by Henny Spaghetti. It roughly translated as someone who uses a lot of cosmetics. I love experimenting with techniques, products and shapes. 

I love the evolution of a drag artist’s makeup, and how everyone has their own style. I’d dare say it’s the fingerprint of drag, not one drag artist is the same. In the early years of doing drag, changing up my makeup was the cheapest way to do a new look without having to buy a new wig or costume. 

Brisbane scene

The Brisbane queer scene is…

Inspiring. I love being a part of it. To share stages and spaces with some of the most incredible talent inspires me endlessly. It truly is a thriving and electrifying community. The queer scene offers a space where everyone can express themselves freely and authentically. 

Whether it’s the alternative artists you see at alt, the girls who know how to hoot and hound at Purr, or showcasing stories and diversity of different cultures at POC, there is something for everyone.  There’s a sense of community, belonging and connection for everyone to celebrate, and be inspired.

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Brisbane drag artists are…

Really underrated. For the longest time, Brisbane artists were slept on. But I think we have proved that we have some of the most outstanding talent in the country, if not the world. 

The drag performer who deserves more attention is...

Dolly Kicks. If you haven’t seen a Dolly Kicks show, you’re really missing out. They’re an incredible drag performer and she needs to be seen on more stages in Meanjin. Producers reading this, book Dolly Kicks! 

Overcoming ignorance

The biggest change I’ve seen in drag since starting is…

The perception, acceptance and celebration of drag. When I started, it was still quite subversive and underground. There was a stigma attached to being a drag queen, specifically in some subcultures of the queer community. 

l rarely disclosed I did drag to men I dated. I would ask guys if they ever went to drag shows, and more times than I care to recall, I was often met with replies such as “drag is disgusting”, “I think all drag queens are fucked in the head” etc. I remember going to a bears’ dance party (out of drag) and was recognised by a patron. They said I wasn’t welcome there.  It took a lot of work and self-reflection to not take those ignorant words on board. 

When RuPauls Drag Race really took off, attitudes within the community started to shift. Jump forward 12 years later, I’m hosting events for bears, I have met my two best Judies, and am a celebrated part of the Bear (specifically BrisBears) community. 

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Her adoration of Kylie

Kylie Minogue is…

A supreme goddess deity diva that deserves nothing but our respect and gratitude. Kylie Minogue means the world to me as a drag performer. She is not just a pop icon; she embodies everything I aspire to in my drag. Her ability to reinvent herself while staying true to her artistry has been a guiding light for me. 

Her music, style, and stage presence have influenced every aspect of my drag, from the way I perform to the looks I create.

Kylie’s resilience, charm, and unwavering dedication to her craft inspire me to push boundaries and be the best version of myself. For me, Kylie isn’t just an icon; she’s the heartbeat of my drag journey.

If you haven’t figured it out, I’m a huge Kylie fan. I could talk about her all day. Want to piss me off, talk bad about her. 

The best thing a fan has done for me was…

A lovely punter gifted me some Kylie Minogue collector’s items. It was so sweet, thoughtful and generous. 

Drag experience

The best experience I’ve had in drag is…

There’s quite a few! Firstly, winning Miss Sportsman’s in 2022. To be a part of a legacy that has a rich history Brisbane’s drag scene was such a great accomplishment and an incredible honour. I was flippant about for so long.

It wasn’t until I was performing on that night how much it would mean to me to have that title and join icons such as Abril LaTrene, Chinta Woo Allcock, Mandy Moobs, and Vollie LaVont. Sporties has always been my home and I have met the most incredible people who are lifelong friends. To have that recognition from my peers and the community is incredible. 

Secondly, performing on Mardi Gras night at Universal for World Pride in Sydney. I don’t think I’ll ever get an opportunity like that again in my life.

That experience was hands down the most exhilarating and one of the proudest moments of my drag career. To be invited to perform alongside some of the most incredible entertainers in Sydney was such an honour. It was electric, you could feel the love and pride, and everyone was so supportive and generous with their energy, a truly magical experience. 

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One message I have for our community is…

Kindness costs nothing, give it out freely. Remember to be humble, the same people that were there for you on your way up will be the same people you see on your way down. And if a drag performer doesn’t want a photo, don’t be a twat about it, keep it cute and move along. If you see a drag performer in Crocs, mind ya business. 

You can follow Shanny T-Bone @shannytbone on Instagram.

Other Queensland drag stars:

Sarah Problem-Hoe spills the tea on the Brisbane scene

Henny Spaghetti’s response to being slapped by a fan

Archie Arsenic calls for more accessible queer spaces

Get to know First Nations queen Chocolate Boxx

Spill the tea with Brisbane drag star Maxi-Bon

How AFAB drag artist Ladybird thrives despite shocking abuse

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[architecturechennai]

Discover the Artistry of Architecture: Why Pursuing an Architecture Course Could Be Your Perfect Path

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Architecture is a collaborative field that demands effective communication and teamwork. An architecture course exposes students to group projects, fostering an environment of cooperation, idea-sharing, and healthy debate. These experiences teach students how to present their concepts effectively, listen to feedback, and work harmoniously with diverse teams—essential skills for success in the profession.

Opportunity for Global Impact and Sustainability

In today’s world, architects have a crucial role in creating sustainable and environmentally conscious solutions. Through an architecture course, students gain insights into sustainable design principles, renewable energy systems, and green architecture. This knowledge equips them to develop innovative, eco-friendly structures that minimize environmental impact, contributing positively to the global built environment.

Top Architecture Colleges: Your Path to Success

Choosing the right architecture course is key to your career. In India, top colleges like MARG Institute of Design and Architecture Swarnabhoomi (MIDAS) in Chennai offer excellent programs and facilities. These courses build technical skills, foster creativity, and enhance communication. Explore architecture colleges in Chennai to start your journey and shape a future that inspires.

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"The Art of Connection: Building a Community Through Creativity"

For years, my friends and I have engaged in conversations that matter—discussions that dive deep into topics both profound and pop culture-related. Eventually, we realized: why not share these conversations with the world? That’s how our show was born. We crafted a format, polished it with intros and outros, and set out to create something that would resonate with a broad audience. And, as they say, the rest is history.

🎧 A Blend of Deep and Pop:

Our show isn’t about sticking to one lane. We cover a wide range of topics, from the deep and philosophical to the light and pop-cultural. We didn’t want to confine ourselves to a single genre or subject. Instead, we wanted to create something that reflected our diverse interests—a show that would allow us to connect with a wide variety of people. And connect we did, with guests and listeners from all over the world, from Bali to our local communities.

🌍 Building a Community, Not a Fanbase:

What we’ve built isn’t just an audience; it’s a community. We never set out to become the next big thing, to amass millions of followers or reach celebrity status. Instead, we wanted to create a space where meaningful conversations could happen—a place where people could gather, share their thoughts, and engage with art in all its forms. Whether our audience loves or hates what we do, the important thing is that they engage with it. After all, art is meant to provoke, challenge, and inspire.

📷 Dabbling in All Forms of Creativity:

Our creative pursuits don’t stop at the show. We’ve explored photography, live streaming, and more, always with the goal of creating something meaningful. The show acts as the connective tissue for all these endeavors, bringing everything together under one roof. Our mission is simple yet profound: to make the world a better place, one small step at a time. It’s not about grand gestures or instant results but about the consistent effort to create something that matters.

🐾 Learning From Life’s Simple Pleasures:

The question of how to make the world a better place is a tricky one, with no one-size-fits-all answer. What’s better for one person might not be for another. But that’s okay. The journey is about striving to be better, even if the goalposts are constantly moving. I’ve spent years thinking about these issues, especially from a scientific perspective. And sometimes, I find that the simplest creatures, like dogs, seem to have life figured out. They find joy in the smallest things, require so little to be happy, and show unconditional love and loyalty every day.

🌟 Conclusion:

Our journey isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress. It’s about creating, connecting, and striving to make the world a little better every day. Through our show and our various creative pursuits, we hope to inspire others to do the same, contributing to a world that, while never perfect, can always be improved.

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Knowledge is Equal to Darkness

The concept that "knowledge is power" is widely accepted in the digital era. Nevertheless, an opposing view proposes that "knowledge is synonymous with darkness," questioning traditional perspectives on knowledge. This idea encourages contemplation of the complex interplay between ignorance, enlightenment, and knowledge.

Knowledge comprises data, insights, and competencies from learning and lived experiences. It fosters comprehension, illuminates the intellect, and enables individuals and communities. Yet, philosophical and pragmatic arguments validate the comparison of knowledge to darkness.

In this age of information overload, people often confuse the content they consume from various sources with actual knowledge. Engaging in debates and discussions, they display their broad understanding of diverse subjects. However, ancient sages warned that knowledge could foster friction and conflict.

During the creation of profound Vedic philosophies and Upanishads in ancient times, the wise individuals of that era cautioned that the unlearned could be led astray by their thirst for knowledge. They believed that while ignorance kept individuals in the dark, enlightenment through knowledge could worsen matters. Consequently, traditional knowledge limits our understanding and spiritual growth by fixating on superficial aspects.

The core principle of this timeless wisdom is that the pursuit of knowledge driven by self-serving motives can mislead individuals. It has the potential to breed insecurity and entangle us in worldly matters, diverting us from the spiritual truths that elude us. The sages proclaimed that to achieve true wisdom; one must transcend the limitations of the mind and rise to a heightened state of awareness.

The first assertion might be somewhat understandable, but the second seems quite perplexing. How can knowledge lead one into greater darkness? This is particularly challenging to grasp today, where children are frequently told by their elders and teachers that "Knowledge is Power!"

However, a deeper examination reveals that this perspective makes much sense. Ancient sages juxtaposed complementary terms: "Vidya" and "Avidya," loosely translating to knowledge and ignorance. According to their wisdom, both worldly knowledge and ignorance prevent spiritual growth.

If you are ignorant, there is no spiritual growth. If you possess ample knowledge, you might be inclined to demonstrate it to others, impeding your spiritual development as your emphasis shifts to amassing and exhibiting knowledge. We frequently aim to display our advanced comprehension by gaining worldly wisdom, but this wisdom is limited. The material world is constantly changing, continuously evolving, discarding, and amassing.

What was true yesterday may not be true today. What you hold as truth today may not be valid tomorrow. Truth is fluid and ever-changing. So naturally, this leads you toward darkness. We can never be sure of eternal truth, which will always remain true. In essence, you always stay unsure and in the dark. This is what they meant when they said you stay in the dark regardless of whether you are ignorant or knowledgeable. It's like plus and minus, positive and negative, good and bad, hot and cold. Just as we do not understand happiness without knowing sadness, similarly, knowledge and ignorance are two sides of the same coin.

Unlike having deep knowledge of just one factor of the world, the spirit embodies metaphysical understanding, while the body and mind hold worldly insights. The mind is rarely at peace, constantly buzzing with chatter and shifting beliefs. Disagreements, arguments, and debates are ever-present and disposed to arguments and differences of opinion. You can bet your mind will develop a counterargument if there is an argument. The cycle never ends. According to them, when all worldly knowledge ends, the truth and the ultimate reality remain.

The chattering mind is the observer observing the observed. All three segregate, but when the mind becomes still, the observer, observing, and the observed become one, there are no changes. There is no separation. What remains is only observation: the seeker seeking the result realizes that there is nothing to seek. You are everything, and the universe exists because of you. Everything that you perceive and conceive already exists.

That is how the subject of spiritualism relates to the topic of knowledge. It states that until and unless you know your true self, there cannot be self-awakening, self-enlightenment or self-realization. Ultimately, you realize there is nothing to enlighten or experience because you are already enlightened and possess unlimited potential in your brain.

The potential is lying dormant; all it needs is to awaken. The source of intelligence comes out spontaneously and intuitively and, in turn, comes out when the mind is still. This is why stillness is essential in the matters of spiritualism. Stillness means the mind is focused and centred, not wavering or in constant chatter. Stillness allows the mind to go into a state of meditative awareness. You are focused entirely on the present moment. This is when your inner intelligence awakens. It comes out to discover everything of all that exists. Worldly knowledge multitasks, hindering this process, which is the remaining darkness because it will not lead you to its destination. It will remain incomplete.

"Knowledge is equal to darkness" is a powerful reminder of the complexities and contradictions within human comprehension. Knowledge can empower and enlighten, yet it can also blur and burden. Adopting a balanced approach, we navigate the interplay between light and dark, fostering a deeper, more subtle understanding of our environment and ourselves. Ultimately, true enlightenment lies in the wisdom to use our knowledge with humility, responsibility, and compassion rather than merely accumulating information.

Namaste

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Unveiling BDG Win Game: A New Frontier in Gaming Apps

In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile gaming, innovation continues to reshape our expectations and experiences. Among the latest contenders making waves is BDG Win Game, an app that promises to revolutionize how we engage with gaming on our smartphones.

What is BDG Win Game?

BDG Win Game, short for Big Dream Game Win, emerges as a multifaceted platform where entertainment meets opportunity. Designed for both casual players and avid gamers alike, this app combines the thrill of gameplay with real-world rewards. Whether you're aiming to unwind during a commute or seeking a chance to win prizes, BDG Win Game caters to a broad spectrum of interests.

Gameplay and Features

At its core, BDG Win Game offers a diverse array of games, each crafted to entertain and challenge users. From classic puzzles to adrenaline-pumping action sequences, there's something for everyone. The app leverages cutting-edge technology to ensure seamless gameplay, delivering an immersive experience right at your fingertips.

One standout feature of bdg game app is its integration of competitive elements with rewarding outcomes. Players not only enjoy the satisfaction of conquering levels but also have the chance to earn tangible rewards. This fusion of entertainment and incentive transforms leisure time into a potentially lucrative endeavor.

User Interface and Accessibility

Navigating BDG Win Game is designed to be intuitive, catering to users of all ages and technological backgrounds. The interface is sleek yet straightforward, prioritizing ease of use without compromising on visual appeal. Whether you're a novice or seasoned gamer, accessing your favorite games and tracking your progress is effortless.

Community and Engagement

Beyond its gameplay mechanics, BDG Win Game fosters a vibrant community of players. Through interactive features such as leaderboards and social sharing options, users can connect, compete, and celebrate achievements together. This social aspect adds a layer of camaraderie and excitement, making BDG Win Game not just an app but a thriving online hub.

Security and Trust

In an era where data privacy is paramount, BDG Win Game prioritizes the security of its users. Stringent measures are in place to safeguard personal information and ensure fair gameplay. Transparency and trustworthiness form the foundation of BDG Win Game's commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable gaming environment.

Future Prospects and Innovation

Looking ahead, BDG Win Game aims to continually innovate and expand its offerings. The roadmap includes updates that enhance gameplay, introduce new challenges, and introduce fresh ways for players to win rewards. As technology evolves, so too will BDG Win Game, remaining at the forefront of mobile gaming innovation.

Conclusion

BDG Win Game emerges as not just another gaming app but a trailblazer in the realm of mobile entertainment. By seamlessly blending gameplay with real rewards, it redefines what it means to play and win in the digital age. Whether you're seeking leisurely fun or aiming for substantial rewards, BDG Win Game invites you to embark on an exhilarating journey where every tap could lead to victory.

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Explained: The sugar coating of life

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Explained: The sugar coating of life

In the narrowest sense, glycobiology is the study of the structure, biology, and evolution of glycans, the carbohydrates and sugar-coated molecules found in every living organism. As a recent symposium at MIT made clear, the field is in the midst of a renaissance that could reshape scientists’ understanding of the building blocks of life.

Originally coined in the 1980s to describe the merging of traditional research in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry, glycobiology has come to encompass a much broader and multidisciplinary set of ideas. “Glycoscience” may actually be a more appropriate name for the rapidly growing field, reflecting its broad application not just to biology and chemistry but also to bioengineering, medicine, materials science, and more.

“It’s becoming increasingly clear that these glycans have a very important role to play in health and disease,” says Laura Kiessling, the Novartis Professor of Chemistry. “It may seem daunting initially, but devising new tools and identifying new kinds of interactions requires exactly the sort of creative problem-solving skills that people have at MIT.”

The sugar coat of the body

Glycans include a diverse set of molecules with linear and branched structures that are critical for basic biological functions. With no known exception, all cells in nature are coated with these sugar molecules — from the intricate chains of sugars surrounding most cellular surfaces to the conjugated molecules formed when sugars attach like scaffolding to lipids and proteins. They’re absolutely fundamental to life. For example, Kiessling points out that the most abundant organic molecule on the planet is the carbohydrate cellulose.

“Sperm-egg binding is mediated by an interaction between a protein and a carbohydrate,” she says. “None of us would exist without these interactions.”

Though talking about carbs and sugars might leave some people focused on their diet, glycans are actually among the most important biomolecules out there. They store energy and, in some cases like cellulose, provide the structural framework for multicellular organisms. They mediate communication between cells; influence interactions like that between a host and parasite; and shape immune responses, disease progression, development, and physiology.

“It turns out that some of these structures, which we didn’t even know existed in the body in such abundance until recently, have so many different biological functions,” says Andrew and Erna Viterbi Professor of Biological Engineering Katharina Ribbeck. “With this rapid expansion of knowledge, it feels like we’re just beginning to understand how diverse and important those functions are to biology.”

With a better understanding of how ubiquitous and critical these molecules are, researchers in applied fields like biotechnology and medicine have turned their attention to glycoscience as a tool to pinpoint the drivers of disease.

Many conditions have been linked to defects in how glycans are produced in the body or issues with glycosylation, the process by which carbohydrates attach to proteins and other molecules. That includes certain forms of cancer. Cancer cells have even been shown to cloak themselves in certain glycoproteins to evade an immune response.

On the flip side, glycans may be a repository of potential therapeutics. The blood thinner Heparin, one of the world’s best-selling prescription drugs, for example, is a carbohydrate-based drug.

Glycans and sugar-binding proteins like lectins even help influence the exchange of microbes across mucus layers in the human body, from the brain to the gut. Glycans dangling off mucus interact with microbes, letting good ones in and reducing the virulence of problematic ones by interrupting cell signaling or stopping pathogens from releasing toxins.

New tools to advance old science

Despite how crucial this “sugar coat” is, for a long time, molecular biologists focused on nucleic acids and proteins, paying relatively little attention to the sugars that coated them.

“The tools we have to examine the functions of other molecules are largely absent for glycans,” Kiessling says.

For example, the DNA and RNA sequences of a cell predict what proteins that cell makes, so scientists can track where a protein is and what it’s doing using a genetically-encoded tag. But the structure of glycans isn’t so obviously encoded in a cell’s DNA, and a single protein can be decorated with many different chains of carbohydrates.

In addition, the immense diversity of forms carbohydrates can take, and the fact that they break down quickly in the bloodstream, has made it challenging to synthesize glycans or target them for drug development. So, creative new methods are needed to track them.

It’s a classic chicken-and-egg situation. As scientists better understand the importance of glycans for so many biological processes, it has incentivized them to develop better tools for studying glycans, in turn, producing even more data on just what these molecules can do. In 2022, in fact, the Nobel Prize was awarded to Carolyn Bertozzi at Stanford University, a pioneer in glycobiology, for her work on tracking molecules in cells, which she and others have applied to glycans.

But artificial intelligence could facilitate an evolutionary leap in the field.

“I think glycobiology is, more than almost any other field, ripe and ready for an AI interpretation,” Ribbeck says, explaining how AI might enable scientists to read the “glycan code” in the same way they have with the human genome. That would allow researchers to predict the actual function of a glycan based on data about its structure. From there, they could identify what changes lead to disease or increase disease susceptibility — and, most importantly, come up with ways to repair those defects.

An inter- and trans-disciplinary effort

The increasing interest in computation reflects the inherent interdisciplinarity that has defined glycoscience from the beginning.

Just at MIT, for example, related research is happening across the Institute. Kiessling describes MIT as a “playground for interdisciplinary research,” which has enabled significant advances in the field with applications to biotechnology, cancer research, brain science, immunology, and more.

In the Department of Chemistry, Kiessling is studying carbohydrate-binding proteins, and how their interactions with glycans affect the immune system. She’s also working with Bryan Bryson, an associate professor in the Department of Biological Engineering, and Deborah Hung, a core faculty member at The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, using carbohydrate analogs to test differences in strains of tuberculosis in South Africa. Meanwhile, assistant professor of biological engineering Jessica Stark is pioneering approaches to better understand the roles of glycans in the immune system. Tobi Oni, a fellow at the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research, is looking to glycans to help detect and target tumors in pancreatic cancer. Barbara Imperiali, the Class of 1922 Professor of Biology and Chemistry, is studying the carbohydrates that envelop the cells of microbes like bacteria, and Professor Matthew Shoulders in the Department of Chemistry is studying the role of glycans in synthesizing and folding proteins.

“We’re at a very exciting and unique position combining disciplines to address and answer entirely new questions relevant for disease and health,” says Ribbeck.”The field in and of itself is not new, but what is new is the contribution that MIT, in particular, could make with a creative combination of science, engineering, and computation.”

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Internships and

One thing I love about internships is that they are like sample jobs. It’s like shopping around, seeing what you like and what you don’t, what you can tolerate and what is overwhelming.

For example, no matter what it is, I love gathering and organizing information. I also have, as I like to think most people do, a love-hate relationship with technology; it simplifies so many tasks while a lot of the time being itself a complication. I reluctantly accept its ever-growing presence in daily life, leading me to my interest in digital history and spaces. When I think of my career in Public History, I only see technology becoming more and more central to the field.

But, what is “Public History”?

To be honest, as an Interdisciplinary Studies major, I feel like a stranger in the discipline. In fact, I have only a surface-level understanding of it. I just know that I like history, I liked what I did at my last museum internship, and I want to enter a community-facing graduate degree program and career.

According to the National Council on Public History:

“[P]ublic history describes the many and diverse ways in which history is put to work in the world.  In this sense, it is history that is applied to real-world issues.”

What attracts me to the field is how broad it is in terms of means and ends. As an interdisciplinarian, flexibility is important to me.

When I think of “public history” I think of public landmarks and those who work to preserve that status.

I think of documentaries and the untold stories they can reveal.

I think about podcast series and the intimacy that they can bring between interviewers, guest speakers, and listeners.

I think of museum exhibits that aim to engage and educate diverse audiences.

I also think about digital databases and archives that give access to those who aren’t local to an organization or institution and couldn’t access it otherwise.

Public history is so much more than that, however. The American Historical Association cites careers in publishing and editing, as well as consulting and contracting, and even non-profit.

When I think of my career in public history, I see myself doing something in the former paragraph and I like the idea of non-profit work.

My capstone course for my Interdisciplinary Studies program is teaching us to view career goals in terms of mission statements. If you’re not familiar with it, capstone courses are like the close-off to a degree program, oftentimes focusing on compiling your work and packaging it p for grad school or a career after graduating. That’s why you take it the same semester you graduate.

So, this is what I came up with for my mission statement:

“I want to help diversify the pool of knowledge by advocating for the visibility of under-recognized populations.”

This is exactly what I wrote for the discussion post asking us to come up with one.

I would add to it now (it’s been a couple of weeks now since then):

 “…while engaging with the community through a public-facing graduate degree program and career.”

I want to emphasize positioning myself as a bridge between people and education, with a goal toward the accessibility and diversification of these materials and spaces.

This could be through museum work: curating, archiving, and collaborating on exhibit design. Here I can produce work that is accessible to the public and manage collections to make archives easier to navigate, especially online. I can find the information that will inform an exhibit and maybe someday hold an important enough position to choose how to expand a collection and participate in the selection process.

This could also be done through school counseling and administration (preferably in higher learning). I could not have come this far without the support and guidance of faculty advisors at UCF, and I’d like to extend that gratitude by motivating other students.

Most of the time these faculty members’ jobs don’t stop at the advice. They collaborate within their department or school to engage students across campus and connect with the wider community.

… As you can see, my capstone course has had me thinking about a lot concerning my career and academic plans.

So many things changed so drastically earlier this year that, though I tried to pivot my plans and felt sure, in the midst of all this self-reflection, I’m finding myself wandering again.

I’ll be back next week with some more updates!

Thanks for keeping up 😊

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Web app development company in India: D-Axis Digiweb - Done

Introduction:

In the digital age, a strong presence on the internet is essential for businesses to succeed. A well-designed, functional, and user-friendly web application could transform how businesses operate, allowing businesses to reach a larger market, improve customer experience, and increase overall efficiency. In the field of web application development, D-Axis Digiweb is one of the top names in India. Because of their dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, They have earned themselves a reputation as a reliable partner for companies looking for top-quality web application solutions.

Providing Superiority on Web App Development:

In D-Axis Digiweb Solutions, they recognize that every business has distinct requirements, goals, and groups. They take a customer-centric approach, work closely with their clients to assess their needs, and design custom web apps that align with their goals and vision. With a highly knowledgeable and skilled team, They ensure that they allocate sufficient time and attention to each project and the attention it deserves while delivering the highest quality in web application development.

Comprehensive Services:

As a top web app development company in India, They offer various services that meet a variety of business requirements. From conceptualization and ideation to development, design as well as deployment. Their knowledge extends across the entire development of a web-based app. Whether you require a simple informative website or an enterprise-level app, it has the experience and expertise to offer top-quality solutions.

Cutting-edge Technologies:

Being on top of the technology curve is vital in the ever-changing digital world. D-Axis Digiweb Solutions understands this, so they use cutting-edge technologies and frameworks to create robust and flexible web-based applications. The team they employ is proficient in a broad range of frameworks and programming languages which include but are not just HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, Angular, Node.js, and PHP. Using the best tools and techniques to ensure the clients' online applications are user-friendly, feature-rich, and future-proof.

UX and Design

In the current highly competitive digital environment, the user's experience (UX) plays an essential part in the performance of any web-based application. They understand this and place the highest importance on designing an intuitive and enjoyable user interface. Their talented developers and UX experts work closely with clients to learn about their audience and develop user interfaces that offer seamless navigation, appealing images, and optimal functionalities. The result is web-based applications that look appealing and offer an outstanding user experience.

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They follow an agile development method, ensuring that projects are carried out quickly, on time, and on budget. This development method allows flexibility and adaptability during the development process, allowing clients to give feedback and adjust as needed. By keeping open communication channels and providing regular updates, they ensure that customers are actively involved throughout the process, leading to better transparency and satisfaction of the clients.

Story of Client's Success:

It is a great pleasure to be a part of the accomplishments of their clients. They've had the honor of working with businesses in diverse industries and have delivered excellent web-based solutions that have helped them reach their objectives. Their client base is a testament to their knowledge and ability to provide outstanding outcomes, from established businesses to startups.

Conclusion:

Regarding web application development services in India, D-Axis Digiweb Solutions is an innovative and reliable choice. With their emphasis on customer service, cutting-edge technology, and determination to be the best, they have earned themselves a reputation as a reliable partner for firms looking for top-quality web app solutions. Whether you're a startup trying to make a mark or an established business looking to improve your website's visibility, They can fulfill your web application development requirements. Contact them now and discover the impact they can make for your company.

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4 Strategies for Building a Successful Metaverse Application

The combined potential of AR, VR, and Metaverse applications offers all sorts of exciting opportunities on the cutting edge of a new digital revolution. That means it’s the perfect time to take that first big step in the Metaverse. Creating apps for Metaverse platforms could be the focus of your business, or you might want to expand your offerings to capitalize on recent advancements.

However you are planning to contribute to the worlds being built in the Metaverse, you’ll need an effective tech development partner that’s proficient in Metaverse, AR/VR, and blockchain development services. Here’s everything you need to know about building a successful application for the Metaverse. Partner with a Comprehensive Tech Development Company Partnering with a tech development company that can provide targeted services should be your first priority. The right partner will inform, improve, and streamline your process every step of the way. Look for a tech dev partner offering any of the following services and attributes: • Proven expertise and experience in the industry • Diverse portfolio of clients • Services that include Metaverse development, web and mobile app dev, blockchain dev, game dev, UI/UX, 2D/3D art, and more • Effective workflow and project management process, including modified Scrum, incremental deliverables, and MVP development services • Emphasis on transparency and communication Do the Research and Know Your Audience Inspiration is a necessary first step in the development of any Metaverse application. However, understanding market research on comparable or similar apps is a must. Audience and demographic research can also play an important role. You may have a specific target audience in mind, only to find that your app appeals to a different or additional audience. An effective tech development partner will also be able to provide valuable insights in those areas. Build Your Business in the Metaverse There are countless businesses now getting into the Metaverse that would never have considered it just a year or two ago. That’s because it’s becoming clear that the Metaverse offers value for a broad spectrum of products and services. For instance, you can incorporate your furniture business into a Metaverse platform like Roblox, Decentrand, Horizon World, or any number of others where it could be seen by millions. It can be an invaluable way to advertise, alert audiences to special deals, and so on. Plus, by partnering with a tech dev agency that can offer top-notch augmented reality services, you can incorporate AR features like showing customers what your product would look like in their living room. Beef Up Your Blockchain Game Another emerging reality of the Metaverse is the inextricable connection it has to cryptocurrency. The practical consequence of that for any business hoping to make its mark in the Metaverse is that they’re going to have to lean into the blockchain. Like so much of the app development process, partnering with a tech dev company that has a background in blockchain development is likely to prove crucial to your Metaverse app’s success. About Tintash The story of how Tintash started is pure Silicon Valley. In 2007, the founders of this innovative development studio prototyped their vision over the famous coffee cake at Hobee’s in Palo Alto. That vision has grown into an elite group of dedicated remote team members led by Stanford, Harvard, Apple, and PayPal Alumni. They are committed to transforming inspiration into reality for growing companies, aspiring entrepreneurs, and promising startups. These experienced and talented teams are the reason why Tinash has over a decade of top-tier transparency, proficiency, and communication across verticals. When your organization is looking for industry-leading MVP, application, and Metaverse development services, Tintash is primed to help your business achieve success. Make your mark in the Metaverse with development services at https://tintash.com/ Original Source: https://bit.ly/3JjBAxQ

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A fresh Definition of Technological know-how - The Conventional Texts That Information Human Activity

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That advances in technological know-how will send man to Mars soon. Internet of important things, 5G, artificial data, automated driving, etc . and on, likely no one is able to report all the new engineering that are emerging. This complexity of the scientific world is amazing but just as bewildering, in addition to difficult to grasp. At this point, the researchers, men with vision, and technicians should just focus on their own part of the work. The problematic robots are composed with smaller functional devices that are manageable through the respective professionals. They've been guided by conventional texts and within the minds. Despite the the nature of technologies, they may finally be tracked to the simple starting point in scientific scrolls.

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Wikipedia defines solutions as "Technology may be the sum of techniques, techniques, methods, and functions used in the construction of goods and services or your accomplishment of ambitions, such as scientific homework. " In the msn. com search, know-how is defined as "the practical application of scientific information for practical applications, especially in marketplace. " The descriptions are broad, secured in a dark to include all valuable ways of humans getting something. Indeed, concept is itself a diverse term with various valid definitions. The two definitions are accurate in that they express facts. But they do not explain the meaning in the terms such as "techniques", "application" and "scientific knowledge", which are fuzzy terms and could entail all the things in the market.

Since we determined science in terms of text messages in the paper "a new definition involving science - a textual foundation this represents the real world", technology should also come to be defined in terms of text messaging due to its scientific mother nature. Science and technological know-how are closely connected and inseparable inside the modern world.

Scientific texts : the core associated with technology

We give consideration to texts as the center of science, which will also be in that core of solutions due to the essentially similar nature of discipline and technology. At this moment we are not echoing the textual design of science/technology, concerned readers can talk about our article "language - the heart of science".

Knowledge is able to represent all sorts of things, including human habits. Not only natural phenomena are represented along with accumulated, so are people activities. The techniques, methods, details of producing achievement are noted down in texts, which can be then established for the reason that representations. With the textual representations, human fun-based activities are organized, identified, and building at existing known know-how.

Characteristics of know-how

Usually, technology is normally viewed from the viewpoint of its influence on the societies, which include its relations using culture, its efficient use, its relationship with the economy, national politics, etc . These are a lot more of its manifests than its basis. They are of non-textual nature or dedicated to non-texts. Attributing this characteristics of concept to the various facets of societies not only complicates the issue, leading to countless interactions but also button people's intentions far from technology's true dynamics.

Facing the sophistication, variations of the everywhere and ever-changing technological know-how, we should think profoundly into the characteristics normal to all technologies, that texts possess. Symbolized by texts, technological know-how gets its imperative features common to every one technologies.

Technical proof

Methods, skills, items, procedures, principles, or anything else, all need to be noted for understanding, grasping, communication, and creating purposes. User study materials, technical specifications usually are the first stuff desired by customers together with engineers, either in product shipment and also during product improvement stages. Technical paperwork even describe a program more accurately ın comparison to the product's actual treatments. Despite the complex surgical treatments, deviation in using conditions and simply by different individuals, abounding materials, changing workers, documents are reasonably stable, simple, correct, reliable, and informative.

Again, it should be highlighted that scientific scrolls take effect planned. The technical docs should take influence in mind and don't mean the technological text messages in mind.

2 . Difficulties between science and additionally technology

It is wanted to find the differences around science and solutions. Although they have the primary cores, their hearings and emphases differ to account for a variety of aspects of the human being world.

Science in addition to technology have very much the same branches and practical knowledge. The main difference relating to science and know-how is their mission and objective. Science's purpose is to monitor and explain, whereas technology aims at spending action and getting changes. Their way is opposite to one another. Science is far more of observation, despite the fact that technology emphasizes measures. The same texts can be viewed as science or even technology depending on the function and usage. Like the law of movements is itself some sort of science, but it turns into technology when becoming utilized to make along with operate machinery.

Solutions is tightly of this particular man-made world. Person activities have switched the world's overall look and the way families live. These are your direct result of solutions, although it can also declare the people applied scientific discipline to achieve all these. Just by intuition, science can be described as deeper and simple level of knowledge, even though technology is even more associated with direct software programs. Science tends to be simple while technology typically detailed. But text messaging play an just as central role for their formations.

Nowadays, facts spreads instantly; solutions are transported fast. People increasingly been around in environments enclosed by machine-manufactured items and constructions. The application became easier for anyone to achieve their targets by employing existing know-how and tools. Even so, many curiosities could be answered by typing in questions into search engines like yahoo, in seconds. It appears everyone possesses sufficiently knowledge. All you have is to take action. Subsequently, more people started to be action-oriented, the term "technology" is becoming more popular compared to a term "science".

The text-based characterization of technology

Concerning the essential nature from and differences concerning science and concept, now we provide a fresh definition of technological know-how as:

The logical texts that information human activity.

This approach definition contains a couple points:

First, solutions is scientific scrolls.

Second, these text messages are employed as tips.

Our definition shouldn't attempt to invalidate active definitions. Instead, most people view from a numerous angle, focusing on some deeper level, situating on the text-centered style of the world.

Usability with technology

Usually, person activities are purpose-oriented. Hence, technology commonly has practical functions. But the extent involving application varies based on specific technologies. At the same time, a technology handy on one occasion or simply for some people might not be effective on another event or for some. The activities might be effective or bad for contemporary culture.

Possible extension with the definition

Animals together with machines might make use of technology in the future and additionally probably currently, like AI. In all those cases, scientific text messaging exert their consequence not directly via man activities, but by means of animals or models. Their use of know-how is imitations associated with human intelligence, not having essential differences. The meaning could be expanded to everyone human and nonhuman activities that are carefully guided by scientific scrolls.

Unifying the non-textual technology with textual technology

People may possibly argue illiterate organizations and even animals have any form of technology, while not being so advanced for the modern form. Not having going into deep turmoil with endless, certain are ambiguous, types, we focus on standards. Sequentiality, clarity, in addition to representation of truth are the three major features of science. Present day, true-sense technology at the same time possesses these attributes. In essence, the engineering in illiterate communities also came from a sequential minds by means of scientific properties around primitive form, of which manipulate non-texts as opposed to texts, in a a lesser amount of efficient/effective manner. Logical texts truly establish those properties, help in visual processing, along with make progress inside capability of human memories.

A text-centered model of science together with technology

We can at this moment propose a text-centered model of science and additionally technology that commences from investigative findings, which derive scientific/technological texts, which in turn result in actions through the right application. That is to say, knowledge and technology can be both integrated into that texts. If the intent is in the non-text to text area, focusing on deriving notions, these texts are usually more about science. In case the purpose is in the written text to non-text guidance, focusing on taking stage, these texts become more about technology. What change the environment, which often becomes a new area of interest of observation, causing the derivation from new scientific/technological text messages. In this way, scientific in addition to technological activities type endless iterations, adjoining texts in the target.

Conclusion

As a result of this new classification, the nature of concept is made known. Your relation between scientific disciplines and technology can be defined and built-into the texts. A complexity of comprehending technology is lower. A new basis is usually provided for upcoming discussion of our manufacturing world.