![]() If you spend a lot of time creating one and customizing it, you’ll have to duplicate that work on another Mac, if you use more than one, or if you do a clean installation of macOS, you’ll have to re-create it as well. The only downside to SSBs (and this is true of Fluid also) is that they are not very easy to backup or move/copy to another Mac. So now I have two new apps that I will be using with my Setapp subscription, for no additional cost. Plus, you get Brave’s build-in ad-blocking and privacy features, which I find myself more and more interested in. Unite will create SSBs based on Safari / Webkit.Ĭoherence will create SSBs based on Chrome or Brave which means that you can use Chrome extensions. The supplemental installer can be used to add examples and localized WebLogic console files to an installation created with the quick installer. It includes all Oracle WebLogic Server and Oracle Coherence runtime software, but excludes examples and localized WebLogic console help files. At first I ignored this, because I had Fluid.app, but I recently decided to take a closer look. The quick installer is intended for development purposes. ![]() However, as part of Setapp, I came across Unite and Coherence – both of which are apps which make SSBs. It seemed like a tool for people who needed to do this once and just wanted to get it done with ASAP. There have been some solutions out there which would allow you to make SSBs based on Chrome, but they were always a little fidgety / twitchy, and often even required using the command line… which I use all the time, but didn’t seem the right UI for this. The biggest drawback is that Fluid.app browsers, which are based on Webkit, can’t use Safari extensions. However, the development appears mostly stagnant, and there are some annoyances. I have used Fluid.app for several years when I want to make a “Single Site Browser” (SSB), and have been generally pleased with the results.
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![]() Increased Armor/Crit Damage against Villainsīesides the way he cycles his abilities (again, link below) my favorite part of GR is his Signature Ability. Heal Block/Power Lock/Buff Block (All in one!)įury (with his Signature ability probably one of the best designed, more on that later.) Here’s a TLDR of what his kit consists of: He can Heal himself, Power Drain and Lock, Buff Block, Bleed his opponent and increase his Attack, all quite substantially I might add. Without going into too much detail, (if you want to look at the complete explanation of his kit I’ll have the writeup I did on him linked at the end.) Ghost Rider carries almost every essential ability that’s stayed viable in the game. He’s part of the Blade trinity, great on his own, and has loads of utility at his disposal. You’d be hard pressed finding someone who doesn’t think Ghost Rider is a great character. ![]() If you're looking to join an alliance or recruit for you own alliance, please post in /r/ContestOfChampionsLFG.Ĭredit for the header/footer goes to u/deimutt and credit for the sidebar buttons goes to u/-JJW-! No how-to hack guides or links to hacking programs. No solicitation of any sort including attempts to buy or sell goods, accounts, or services (including mercing). This includes, but is not limited to, criticizing others for spending (or not) and verbal attacks, whether or not the other party is in the wrong or not. Let's attempt to encourage a well mannered community for this game. 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Pixea works great with JPEG, HEIC, PSD, RAW, WEBP, PNG, GIF, MKV, MP4, and many other formats. Pixea is an image viewer & video player for macOS with a nice minimal modern user interface. ![]() In the app, get your photo from the phone. Make sure there are no shadows on the face and neck. First, follow all setup guidelines from the official passport site for quality pictures. Try to save to 6×4 to get passport photos.
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Jon Sibal Jonathan Sibal Justin Ponsor Klaus Janson Kris Justice Leinil Francis Yu Marc Guggenheim Marcelo Ferreira Marcio Menyz Marcos Martin Mark Bagley Mark Farmer Mark Waid Marko Djurdjevic Matt Hollingsworth Michael Lark Mike Choi Mike Deodato Jr. Spider-Man has since become one of Negative’s most frequent opponents. Spider-Man is available on the PlayStation 4 and Spider-Man Remastered is available on the PS5 for owners of Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition.Al Vey Andres Mossa Andrew Crossley Andy Lanning Antonio Fabela Barry Kitson Bob Gale Brian Michael Bendis Chris Bachalo Chris Chuckry Christopher Sotomayor Christos Gage Cory Petit Dan Slott Dave Lanphear Dave Stewart Dean White Dennis "Hopeless" Hallum Dexter Vines Ed Mcguinness Edgar Delgado Edward Devin Lewis Emma Rios Francesco Manna Fred Van Lente Fred Van Lente Gianluca Gugliotta Giuseppe Camuncoli Greg Land Jaime Mendoza Jamal Campbell Jason Keith Javier Pulido Javier Rodriguez Jay Leisten Jeromy Cox Joe Kelly Joe Quesada John Dell John Romita Sr. The character is usually depicted as an enemy of Spider-Man, the Punisher, Shang-Chi, and Cloak & Dagger. Either way, while fans comb Spider-Man: Miles Morales for the Stan Lee statue and other secrets, it proves that the original PS4 Spider-Man still has some undiscovered gems as well. Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered - Spider-Man Vs Mister Negative Fight SceneIn this my new video of Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered you can see the complete bat. In his negative form, Mister Negative is incredibly strong, fast, and durable, and he can charge up blades with deadly electrical energy. Mister Negative is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Before becoming the supervillain Mister Negative, Martin Li was a member of a gang in China known as the Snakeheads under the influence of the notorious crime boss. Negative's Martin Li reflection might be on purpose, or it might be a mistake. This attack will stagger Mister Negative, allowing you to begin an attack combo against him. ![]() To use Chain Lightning, youll need to press L1+. To break past Mister Negatives shield, youll need to use your new symbiote power, Chain Lightning. Negative himself, it's not certain whether the character will appear in any future Spider-Man games or not, but the character's actor, Stephen Oyoung, has kept busy in the meantime and will be appearing as Red Hood in Gotham Knights, an upcoming DC Comics game. Make sure to use your heal if you get caught by one. With players still waiting on news of the Spider-Man 2 game. Negative (Martin Li) Mi y nht ta game Marvel's Spider Man gii thiu cho chng ta mt nhn vt phn din khng my. Negative, his reflection is still that of the regular Martin Li. ![]() He is the former director of F.E.A.S.T., the leader of the Inner. ![]() Negative escaped with the poison and attempted to kill the other Maggia families with it. Martin Li, also known as Mister Negative, is one of the two main antagonists (alongside Doctor Octopus) the 2018 superhero video game Marvel's Spider-Man and a supporting antagonist in its 2023 sequel Marvel's Spider-Man 2. ![]() Negative, one of the chief antagonists from the original game. Negatives hideout as he was draining Bruno of his blood. In response, Stephen Oyoung said, I have heard some ideas kicking around about Martin Lee. Negative return in Marvel’s Spider-Man 3. Negative's Martin Li reflection into their personal headcanon because it fits the character so well. Basically, when Martin Li takes his villainous form and becomes Mr. Marvels Spider-Man 2 will see the return of Mr. In closing, I had to ask if we would see Martin Lee/Mr. Even after accepting that it may be a simple error on the part of the game devs, many fans are choosing to adapt Mr. Negative (Noir) is a villain from the Noir Universe and an enemy of Spider-Man Noir. ![]() To access those editing and management options you will need to acquire one of the ACDSee Photo Studio editions.ĪCDSee Free acts as a simple image viewer that could complement and simplify how you view and analyze your creations, regardless of whether you opt for any ACDSee Photo Studio or any other image editor. Camera Raw for Photoshop Allows users to import, edit and enhance raw camera image files in a wide range of formats. Adobe Camera Raw Work with photos in RAW format on PC. Unfortunately, those features are not proprietary to the tool. ACDSee One of the best image organizers and viewers. You may have noticed that the program includes some powerful tools in the main toolbar. ![]() Similar to Adobe Bridge or Photo Mechanic, its designed to be a fast way to quickly browse through and organize photos, including Raw photos. Its important to note ACDSee Free isnt a photo editor its only a photo viewer. A handy tool for viewing and inspecting pictures ACD Systems, the maker of ACDSee Photo Studio, has announced ACDSee Free, a free Raw file browser and viewer. A further noteworthy feature is the Zoom, as it enables you to closely inspect images and hence, make sure your design or edit is perfect. ![]() Speaking of batch, the tool can help you flip and rotate all your images at once with just one click. The features can be useful when you are managing a specific batch of images. More precisely, you can cut, copy, delete, rename as well as copy and move to a dedicated folder. It is worth mentioning that the tool allows some basic file management that you can find under the ‘Edit’ menu. The app works with most file formats, including RAW. Moreover, you can sort them based on size, name, image type, date taken or modified date, in case you made any edits. As you would expect, the program allows you to view images as a list or with thumbnails. The application comes with a user-friendly interface and you can get started by browsing to the folder where you store your images. Software Microsoft Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8, Windows 8.1 & Windows 10 Microsoft Internet Explorer 9+ Microsoft DirectX 9.0 or higher Windows. Conveniently view and analyze your images, including RAW formats If you happen to have a relatively large collection of images that you like to browse through from time to time, then it is best to search for a dedicated tool.ĪCDSee Free is one of the programs worth checking out, as it’s a specialized tool that enables you to view images individually or in a slideshare. Not only does it support very few file formats, but it also lacks options to help you organize your collection. Although Windows packs a dedicated application for viewing images, it’s rudimentary. Homeowners can only access only one rebate under the solar homes package, so the solar hot water rebate is a great option where solar panels might not be suitable or for households that already have solar panels installed. Solar Hot Water Rebate - rebates of $1000 are available for homeowners to replace an existing hot water system that is at least three years old with a solar hot water system. This will also pave the way for future micro-grids, allowing households in a local area to share their stored power to lower electricity prices even further. For the average solar battery size of 11kWh, this will save households around $650 a year on their electricity bills (in addition to savings they are already making with solar panels). Eligible homeowners will be able to save up to $4,838 on this installation. Solar Battery Rebate - from July 1st, 2019, the Solar Homes program will introduce rebates for up to half the value of the installation of a battery storage unit for 10,000 households that already have solar panels installed. From 1st January 2020, a rebate of up to $1,888 is available for solar panel (PV) system installation. This rebate is additional to the Federal Government's STC rebate meaning solar power has never been cheaper or more affordable in VIC! This rebate has been hugely popular to date, with 56,000 rebates being claimed by Victorians in 2019-2020. Solar Panel Rebate - Households that have not had solar power installed previously will have access to a 50 percent rebate along with a no-interest loan component to complement the solar panel rebate. In addition to the Federal Government STC rebate, you may be eligible for one of the following rebates under the Victorian Government Solar Homes Package: * Please note that the STC rebate calculations are based on solar panels installed in Melbourne, VIC (Zone 4) using an STC price of $36.00. To make life easy, we have calculated the value of the STC rebate you are entitled to in Victoria below: System Size You can read more in-depth about the STC rebate in our recent blog post on the subject. ![]() Your chosen solar company will handle the application for the rebate on your behalf and apply the value of this rebate as a discount at the point of sale. Each STC carries a monetary value, and the total value of these certificates equates to your 'solar rebate.' When you install a solar power system, a certain number of STCs are created based on the size and the location of your solar installation. This financial incentive comes in the form of Small-Scale Technology Certificates, commonly referred to as STCs. ![]() Homeowners installing solar panels in Victoria are entitled to the Federal Government's STC 'rebate'. Goldie is my great-grandmother's name and May comes from a beloved ancestor on my wife's side of the family.Rebates for installing solar panels in VIC Now I'm building Goldie May to be the tool I want for my own genealogy research. On a personal note, I'm a software developer who worked in tech roles at three genealogy companies. You'll attach records to existing people in the Tree and add new people. Like indexing, this is an altruistic effort to improve the Family Tree for others, especially new users. Volunteering: In collaboration with the BYU Record Linking Lab, you can volunteer your time to attach records from the U.S. Goldie May is an authorized training partner of The Family History Guide. Goldie May is a FamilySearch Compatible Solution. * Access your data from anywhere (like the library!) because it's saved to the cloud * Collaborate with family, colleagues, & friends * Place-specific links to catalogs of FamilySearch, Ancestry, and MyHeritage * Locality research: Place-specific links to FamilySearch Wiki * Bookmark windows & tabs to re-open later * Research log - click to log, or log each page automatically * New timeline feature called "The Subway Map" ".this is the.coolest tool I've seen in 40 years!" - Vicki ![]() Keep your data in FamilySearch Tree or your Ancestry tree and see if Goldie May can help. It's not another place for storing your conclusions it's a place for your work in progress. Goldie May provides software power tools for genealogists. ![]() Historically, certain toxic and psychoactive plants (such as datura and hyoscyamus niger), whose use has long been associated with necromancy and the underworld, have been shown to contain anticholinergic compounds that are pharmacologically linked to dementia (specifically DLB) as well as histological patterns of neurodegeneration. Despite centuries of investigation, there is no scientific evidence that any location is inhabited by the spirits of the dead. Their existence is impossible to falsify, and ghost hunting has been classified as pseudoscience. The overwhelming consensus of science is that there is no proof that ghosts exist. According to a 2009 study by the Pew Research Center, 18% of Americans say they have seen a ghost. They are believed to haunt particular locations, objects, or people they were associated with in life. Ghosts are generally described as solitary, human-like essences, though stories of ghostly armies and the ghosts of animals other than humans have also been recounted. Certain religious practices-funeral rites, exorcisms, and some practices of spiritualism and ritual magic-are specifically designed to rest the spirits of the dead. The belief in the existence of an afterlife, as well as manifestations of the spirits of the dead, is widespread, dating back to animism or ancestor worship in pre-literate cultures. Other terms associated with it are apparition, haunt, phantom, poltergeist, shade, specter, spirit, spook, wraith, demon, and ghoul. The deliberate attempt to contact the spirit of a deceased person is known as necromancy, or in spiritism as a séance. In ghostlore, descriptions of ghosts vary widely, from an invisible presence to translucent or barely visible wispy shapes to realistic, lifelike forms. The origin of the Spectre.In folklore, a ghost is the soul or spirit of a dead person or non-human animal that is believed to be able to appear to the living. ![]() Fate, Hour-Man, the Sandman, the Atom, the Flash, Green Lantern, and Hawkman joined forces to become the Justice Society of America.Īnd that’s it. Due to this, he felt that he needed Percival to keep in touch with the human side of who he now was.Įventually, the Spectre, along with Dr. While Jim had other friends, he considered Percival to be pure of heart. The Spectre was then convinced to use his power for only good by Jim’s one-time friend, Percival Polanski. With the power of the Spectre running through her, Clarice survived and lived to see another day. Rather than watch her die, Jim used his power to tie a part of his spirit to her. ![]() During the encounter, his then-fiancée, Clarice, was wounded. Now back on Earth, he used his power to exact his revenge against those who killed him. This meant that he was now the judge, jury, and executioner of The Presence. Plainly put, The Presence merged Jim Corrigan with the entity of the Spectre and transformed him into his Spirit of Vengeance. Unfortunately, because he was unable to come to terms with his death, he was denied, given a near-infinite amount of power by The Presence, and sent back down to Earth with a new purpose. As a result of the cement, Jim drowned and his spirit sought to gain access to Heaven. The Spectre came to be after former police officer Jim Corrigan was stuffed into a cement-filled barrel and thrown into a river. He was created by Jerry Siegel and Bernard Baily. The Spectre first appeared inside the pages of More Fun Comics #52 back in February of 1940. ![]() The origin of The Spectre is pretty straightforward. As such, he possesses immortality, can warp reality, is able to manipulate both space and time, has limitless control over matter, can see into the future, is near-omnipotent, possesses cosmic awareness, is able to manipulate cosmic energy, and is omniscient.Īffiliation: Justice League Dark, Justice Society of America, Justice League, All-Star Squadronĭid You Know? The Spectre has taken on many hosts since its debut. Powers: The Spectre is one of the most powerful characters in DC. First Appearance: More Fun Comics #52 (February, 1940) ![]() Aspiring filmmakers, industry professionals, film lovers, and the general public are invited to participate in candid discussions intended to build a community of support for emerging filmmakers. Through thematically curated film screenings, industry networking events, professional development workshops, screenings, artist talks and discussion panels the City of Pompano Beach’s Cultural Affairs Department will provide a platform for emerging filmmakers to engage and cultivate a local following on the Last Thursday of the month. There is a white couple eating inside, so there are zero reasons why the black family shouldn’t be allowed to eat inside. Montage: A Film Series is a program designed to link communities and people through the art of filmmaking and culture. Video: Tim Ward, Manager at Montage Laguna Beach Hotel Racially Profiles Black Family Who Wanted to Eat Inside. Registration is required to receive the link to participate in the free event. Viewers are encouraged to ask questions for the duo to answer during the conversation. I also agree that the Montage Laguna Beach and even the Resort at Pelican. The virtual screening will be followed by a discussion between Harris and fellow filmmaker Cathleen Dean. I am making this film for her.” said Alicia K. The girl who’d sit in that salon chair till her scalp burned from the relaxer chemicals, just so she could look like everyone else. A hotel manager of a Laguna Beach resort is facing backlash on social media after he was filmed asking a black family seated inside one of the hotel's restaurants to sit outside for no reason. A wave of racist attacks in Murcia, an autonomous region in southeastern Spain, has sparked shock and outrage, with local organisations denouncing what they describe as an. ![]() “At 25, I’ve returned to my authentic self, but I still vividly remember the emotional and physical pain felt by the 11-year-old girl who inspired the character of Alliyah. Pick is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Alicia K. The film is about Alliyah, an 11-year-old girl who wears her afro to school for the first time on picture day, and follows her as she deals with subtle racist comments and microaggressions. A video of a Montage Hotel Manager being hostile towards a black family in Laguna Beach, California is circulating around the internet. ![]() The Pompano Beach’s Cultural Affairs Department is partnering with Cathleen Dean of Black Cat Media to bring you the short film Pick for this month’s virtual film series. Koko the Clown originated when Max Fleischer invented the rotoscope, a device which allowed for animation to be more lifelike by tracing motion picture footage of human movement. ![]() Dec.Clown / Circus Performer / Racecar Driver / Scientist / Painter / Hunter / Actor Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 2 and 7:30 p.m. As Rogers descended for her solo bow to the thunderous applause of a besotted crowd, Melham cast a knowing nod to the crowd that confirmed what theatergoers had experienced: the birth of a star. Rosenberg's lighting also deserve kudos.īut it's Rogers' performance that powers this show. Gareth Owen's dynamic sound design and Philip S. Gregg Barnes' costumes range from bright and bedazzled, to stylish and sexy, to quirky and cute (his interpretation of comic fans' cosplay outfits is a hoot). Rockwell's sumptuously cinematic set transitions from black-and-white to glorious Technicolor and seamlessly integrates Finn Ross' equally impressive projections, which carry the Art Deco sensibility that dominates Betty's world into 2023 NYC, whose geometric cityscape hints at the bygone era. “Boop's” eye-popping design comes courtesy of designer David Rockwell. Rooted in swing, big band and hot jazz, its highlights include the aforementioned opener along with the first act's showstopping finale “Where I Wanna Be,” Betty's rollicking celebration of self “She Knocks Me Out,” a breezy ode to infatuation gracefully performed by Melham and the 11 o'clock powerhouse ballad “Something to Shout About,” which could be the number that earns Rogers a Tony nomination. That's not the case with Foster's Broadway-ready score, superbly orchestrated by Doug Besterman and gloriously performed by 18 (yes, 18) instrumentalists under music director/conductor Andrew Resnick. In her absence, the energy dips and the luster dims, which means some plot tweaking, especially in the overstuffed second act, is in order. What's more, it pulls focus from the main character: the one we care about the one we miss when she's not onstage. One of several superfluous subplots, their rekindled romance feels underdone. There's also a B-story involving Grampy and Valentina (Tony winner Faith Prince, a bankable Broadway vet wasted in an underwritten role), a real-world woman he met 40 years earlier. She gets caught up in politics, first with corrupt mayoral candidate Raymond Demarest (Erich Bergen), a sanitation mogul whose occupation inspires innocuous bathroom humor, and later with his campaign manager turned opponent, Trisha's morally upright Aunt Carol (Anastacia McCleskey). She befriends lonely teen and Betty Boop fan Trisha (16-year-old former “America's Got Talent” contestant Angelica Hale) and falls for aspiring jazz musician Dwayne (the effortlessly charming Ainsley Anthony Melham). Using his time machine to disappear Betty (a delightful bit of stage illusion from designer Skylar Fox), he sends her to modern-day New York City, depositing her at Comic Con where this fish-out-of-water tale commences. Exhausted from the rigors of filmmaking, Betty longs for a vacation, which eccentric inventor Grampy (an outsize comedic turn by Stephen DeRosa) provides. We first encounter Rogers' immensely endearing Betty in her black-and-white 1930s world. An electrifying performer with fine comedic chops, Rogers' warmth and authenticity make a three-dimensional character out of a two-dimensional drawing. And yet, the show's greatest asset may be its 24-year-old star. ![]() Led by Mitchell, who's equally adept staging intimate love scenes and flashy production numbers (dominated by his muscular, kinetic choreography), “Boop” boasts a top-notch creative team of award-winning designers. ![]() The sweet and sexy Jazz Era flapper - with big eyes, spit curls and distinctive baby doll voice - Betty inspired the visually dazzling, musically appealing show by Grammy Award-winning composer/arranger David Foster, lyricist Susan Birkenhead (“Jelly's Last Jam”) and Tony-winning writer Bob Martin (“The Drowsy Chaperone”). ![]() Not so with “Boop!” whose superior first act opens and closes with “wow” moments showcasing the titular Betty played by Jasmine Amy Rogers, in a star-making performance, as the perennially popular cartoon character creative animator Max Fleischer introduced in the 1930s. Yes, if the show is “Boop! The Betty Boop Musical,” the nearly Broadway-ready tuner that opened Wednesday at Chicago's CIBC Theatre.īig, bold and brilliantly choreographed by Tony Award-winning choreographer/director Jerry Mitchell, the sensational opening number - “A Little Versatility” - is the kind of “wow” moment that typically marks the showstopper, which typically comes later in the show. Is it possible to stop a show almost before it begins? Courtesy of Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman Jasmine Amy Rogers stars as Betty Boop in the premiere of “Boop! The Betty Boop Musical” running through Dec. |
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