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Lisa Slrun Christiansen gets up at 4 a.m. most days and gets to work knitting thick wool sweaters coveted by buyers around the world for their warmth and colorful patterns celebrating Greenlands traditional Inuit culture.Her morning routine includes a quick check of the news, but these days the ritual shatters her peace because of all the stories about U.S. President Donald Trumps designs on her homeland.I get overwhelmed, Christiansen said earlier this month as she looked out to sea, where impossibly blue icebergs floated just offshore.The daughter of Inuit and Danish parents, Christiansen, 57, cherishes Greenland. It is a source of immense family pride that her father, an artist and teacher, designed the red-and-white Greenlandic flag.On his deathbed he talked a lot about the flag, and he said that the flag is not his, its the peoples, she said. And theres one sentence I keep thinking about. He said, I hope the flag will unite the Greenlandic people.'Island of anxietyGreenlanders are increasingly worried that their homeland, a self-governing region of Denmark, has become a pawn in the competition between the U.S., Russia, and China as global warming opens up access to the Arctic. They fear Trumps aim to take control of Greenland, which holds rich mineral deposits and straddles strategic air and sea routes, may block their path toward independence.Those fears were heightened Sunday when Usha Vance, the wife of U.S. Vice President JD Vance, announced she would visit Greenland later this week to attend the national dogsled race. Separately, National Security Adviser Michael Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright will visit a U.S. military base in northern Greenland.The announcement inflamed tensions sparked earlier this month when Trump reiterated his desire to annex Greenland just two days after Greenlanders elected a new parliament opposed to becoming part of the U.S. Trump even made a veiled reference to the possibility of military pressure, noting the U.S. bases in Greenland and musing that maybe youll see more and more soldiers go there.News of the visit drew an immediate backlash from local politicians, who described it as a display of U.S. power at a time they are trying to form a government.It must also be stated in bold that our integrity and democracy must be respected without any external interference, outgoing Prime Minister Mte Boroup Egede said.Greenland, part of Denmark since 1721, has been moving toward independence for decades. Its a goal most Greenlanders support, though they differ on when and how that should happen. They dont want to trade Denmark for an American overlord.The question is whether Greenland will be allowed to control its own destiny at a time of rising international tensions when Trump sees the island as key to U.S. national security.David vs. GoliathWhile Greenland has limited leverage against the worlds greatest superpower, Trump made a strategic mistake by triggering a dispute with Greenland and Denmark rather than working with its NATO allies in Nuuk and Copenhagen, said Otto Svendsen, an Arctic expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington.Trumps actions, he says, have united Greenlanders and fostered a greater sense of national identity.You have this feeling of pride and of self-determination in Greenland that the Greenlanders are not, you know, cowed by this pressure coming from Washington, Svendsen said. And theyre doing everything in their power to make their voices heard.Denmark recognized Greenlands right to independence at a time of its choosing under the 2009 Greenland Self-Government Act, which was approved by local voters and ratified by the Danish parliament. The right to self-determination is also enshrined in the United Nations charter, approved by the U.S. in 1945.U.S. national securityBut Trump is more focused on the economic and security needs of the U.S. than the rights of smaller nations. Since returning to office in January, he has pressured Ukraine into giving the U.S. access to valuable mineral resources, threatened to reclaim the Panama Canal, and suggested that Canada should become the 51st state.Now he has turned his attention to Greenland, a territory of 56,000 people, most from indigenous Inuit backgrounds.Greenland guards access to the Arctic at a time when melting sea ice has reignited competition for energy and mineral resources and attracted an increased Russian military presence. The Pituffik Space Base on the islands northwest coast supports missile warning and space surveillance operations for the U.S. and NATO.Before Trumps reelection, Greenlanders hoped to leverage this unique position to help the country achieve independence. Now they fear it has made them vulnerable.Cebastian Rosing, who works for a water taxi firm that offers tours around the Nuuk fjord, said hes frustrated that Trump is trying to take over just as Greenland has begun to assert its autonomy and celebrate its Inuit origins.Its so weird to defend (the idea) that our country is our country because its always been our country, he said. Were just getting our culture back because of colonialism.Strategic importanceIts not that Greenlanders dont like the U.S. They have welcomed Americans for decades.The U.S. effectively occupied Greenland during World War II, building a string of air and naval bases.After the war, President Harry Trumans government offered to buy the island because of the extreme importance of Greenland to the defense of the United States. Denmark rejected the proposal but signed a long-term base agreement.When Trump resurrected the proposal during his first term, it was quickly rejected by Denmark and dismissed as a headline-grabbing stunt. But now Trump is pursuing the idea with renewed energy.During a speech earlier this month he told a joint session of Congress that the U.S. needed to take control of Greenland to protect its national security. I think were going to get it, Trump said. One way or the other.A model in the Marshall Islands?Even so, Trump has his admirers in Greenland.And there is no greater fan than Jrgen Boassen. When he spoke to the Associated Press, Boassen wore a T-shirt featuring a photo of Trump with his fist in the air and blood streaming down his face after an assassination attempt last year. Underneath was the slogan, American Badass.Boassen works for an organization called American Daybreak, which was founded by former Trump official Thomas Dans and promotes closer ties between the U.S. and Greenland.The former bricklayer, who describes himself as 110% Inuit, has a litany of complaints about Denmark, most stemming from what he sees as mistreatment of local people during colonial rule. In particular, he cites Inuit women who say they were fitted with birth control devices without their permission during the 1970s.Trump must act to secure Americas back door, Boassen says, because Denmark has failed to guarantee Greenlands security.But even he wants Greenland to be independent, a U.S. ally but not the 51st state.What he has in mind is something more like the free-association agreement the Marshall Islands negotiated with the U.S. when it became independent in 1986. That agreement recognizes the Pacific archipelago as a sovereign nation that conducts its own foreign policy but gives the U.S. control over defense and security.Were in 2025, Boassen said. So I dont believe they can come here and take over.Whatever happens, most Greenlanders agree that the islands fate should be up to them, not Trump.We have to stand together, Christiansen said, her knitting needles clicking and clacking.This story, supported by the Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting, is part of an ongoing Associated Press series covering threats to democracy in Europe.Danica Kirka, Associated Press

Big Bears internet-famous bald eaglesJackie, Shadow, and their three chickshave been a source of joy for millions of people during these unprecedented times. Unfortunately, that did not protect our feathered friends from tragedy. During a harsh late winter storm, the eldest chick died after the couple worked so hard to nurture it. This heartbreaking loss was a reminder of natures brutality and the ability to persevere. Lets take a look at the timeline of this tragic event, the internets reaction to it, and how fans are moving forward, including with a chance to give names to the two surviving chicks:What happened to the baby chick?The week of March 9, Californias Big Bear Valley received two feet of snow. On Thursday, March 13, Jackie and Shadows instincts kicked in, sensing the upcoming storm, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), the nonprofit that manages the bald eagle live cams.Shadow delivered three fish, five sticks, and three piles of fluff to prepare. Sometime after the 6 p.m. feeding, Chick 1 passed.Jackie covered up her babies for the snowstorm and did her best to protect them. Shadow perched nearby. The cameras revealed Chick 1 was not present during the first feeding the following day.The exact details of the chicks death are unknown, according to the nonprofit. Even though the webcam operates 24/7, camera angles have their limits. Camera 1 was also damaged in the storm, with the nightlight and audio features taking the brunt of it.BOBBV did not jump to an immediate conclusion. As observers of nature, the staff and volunteers have much practice being patient. The organization even dispelled several rumors that were widely circulated on the internet. After more of the snow melted and the body of the deceased chick was spotted, the organization made a formal announcement on Sunday. At first it was not known which chick passed as it was hard to tell them apart because they were so close in size. Time eventually revealed that it was the eldest eaglet known as Chick 1.In the midst of the sadness, we want to honor the life of this chick for its courage in getting as far as it did and for the joy it brought to us in its short time here, the nonprofit told its more than one million followers on Facebook and Instagram.Jackie and Shadow appeared to be affected by the loss. On Sunday, Shadow moved the body from the nest bowl to the side of the structure. Jackie removed it from the nest altogether. The couple, however, do not have much time to mourn because they are kept busy raising the other two chicks. Thankfully, these eaglets appear to be in good health and thriving.How fans have responded to the lossThese bald eagles have a massive internet following, so fans were understandably devastated at this news. It seemed especially cruel since during the last couple of seasons the eggs didnt hatch, despite Shadow and Jackie doing everything right.I wonder if Jackie and Shadow can feel the love of the thousands of us rooting for them day after day, one fan mused on Instagram. She was so brave throughout that storm, holding on for hours despite the high winds and pelting snow. What a gift it has been to watch these devoted eagles.Many teachers use the webcam footage in their classrooms and were now faced with the difficult task of breaking the news gently to their students in an age-appropriate manner.So tomorrow is the first day back to school after spring break and Im not quite sure how to handle that our third baby did not make it, posted one Facebook user who identified herself as a Pre-K teacher in Alabama. But Im sure I will find the words and Im sure that they will be sad, but will understand that thats just part of life. Death is part of life, but so is the resilience that Jackie and Shadow have demonstrated. If they can ride out the storms, so can we. One way to honor the feathered family is to band together in community and help FOBBV name the chicks.Eagle naming contest ends on FridayOn Sunday March 23, FOBBV announced a contest to name the remaining chicks. The deceased chick formerly, known as Chick 1, will now be remembered as Misty. This moniker honors former FOBBV volunteer Kathi Misterly who died of cancer and is dearly missed by the organization.It is tradition for Jackie and Shadows offspring to be named through a contest. The nonprofit asks for a small donation for suggestions to help offset the costs of running the webcam. It is $5 for one name, $10 for three names, or $25 for 10 names.The organization asks for gender-neutral options as the sex of the eaglets is not known at this time. Additionally, it warns that offensive and obscene names will not be considered. The deadline to get your entries in is Friday, March 28, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time. All the acceptable monikers will be compiled and a computer will randomly make a list of finalists.While the world may seem more divided than ever, the enduring popularity of this family of bald eagles has proved that is simply not the case. These feathered friends have connected humans around the globe and inspired unity and compassion. If that same empathy were channeled into our daily interactions with each other, think of the larger ripple effect it would have on the political, social, and economic challenges of the world.

Here's a fascinating--and market-specific--solution for dealing with small spaces. Japanese manufacturer Lixil makes this Bathtope, a fabric bathtub that can be tucked away when not needed. The idea is that you can deploy it as desired within a shower, provided it's large enough. This shower space could conceivably be used, the manufacturer suggests, as a place to store and water plants, which can then be removed for showering or bathing. (This amount of effort may sound far-fetched to Americans, but in Japan, workarounds for living in small spaces is common.) Because the bath is fabric, it conforms to the user's body, and requires less water per bath26% less, the company says--than a conventional tub. The Bathtope is a Japanese-market-only product.

This project is by Ziyan Huang, an Industrial Design Masters candidate at Germany's Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences. Huang's Cursor Measurement Tool is a proposal for project sponsor Festool. The tool is intended to make it easier for tradespeople to transfer dimensions from blueprints onto the real-world spaces they're building or installing within. Sadly there is no descriptive copy accompanying the project, beyond what we've stated above. But we can see that the system consists of two units. Aside from the fact that they're connected by a tether, the forms signal their pairing; the shorter unit has a crescent-shaped chunk carved out of it that mirrors the convex form of the taller unit. An internal mechanism is presumably calibrated to determine the distance between the smaller unit and the corner-like cursor on the taller unit. Furthermore, the taller unit has an angled screen atop it. The device is nifty, but I do have two pieces of constructive criticism about the design. The first is that the screen is angled, in my opinion, in the wrong direction. If a tradesperson is supposed to set a measurement using the devices, then make a mark at the corner cursor, why isn't the screen angled towards the cursor? It doesn't make sense to me that the operator should have to move from their marking position in order to confirm the dimension. My second criticism is that the Modernist forms, don't match Festool's established design language, which eschews pure geometric shapes for more functional, ergonomics-based forms. Simply applying the brand's colors and logos does not close this gap for me. This project was executed under professor Jan Bse and with the cooperation of Festool.

Nothing CMF Phone 2 is on the way, and some leaks on the web give us a fair idea of what to expect from the budget offering that punches way above its weight. The highly anticipated successor to the CMF Phone 1 was seen in leaked images with a triple camera setup on the rear. In an earlier leak, the Phone 2 was seen on a BIS listing with model number A001. This Nothing sub-brand CMFs smartphone is very close to release and in all likelihood be first released for the Indian market.The leaked renders of the device mostly show the rear panel, which shows a triple camera housing, which should excite people who are eagerly waiting for the release. Apart from the cameras, the phone has a contoured design on the corners for better grip. As per the leaked post by the Reddit user, the phone has a compact form factor, meaning it could come with a smaller display than the predecessor, which has a 6.7-inch screen.Designer: Sergey PopovichCMF Phone 2 could be released as early as next month or later on in May. Going by the Phone 1s release date in July, this speculation seems a safe bet. Until then, Sergeys concept design gives us an idea of what to expect. The designer imagines most of the phones hardware and software details around the speculated data. However, theres an added element of surprise on this CMF Phone 2 in the form of a modular, interchangeable aspect at the skin level. It comes with an interchangeable back panel to swap parts and add more style to your otherwise sober phone. The user can attach different cases to the two-part back panel and functional accessories as well.Contrary to the speculated smaller display, this one gets the same 6.7-inch panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 5,000mAh battery. Another point of disagreement is the suggested Snapdragon Gen 3 chipset, as per many leaks. This concept design believes the device to come with MediaTek Dimensity 7350 5G chipset mated to 20 GB of RAM and 256GB storage expandable to 1 TB. The cameras on the device include a dual 50MP main and ultrawide shooter, while on the front there is a 32MP sensor. Regarding customization, the phone has many options, such as the body color and the texture of the buttons. The swap is as simple as unscrewing the back panel and replacing it with the new panel parts. The IP54-rated Phone 2 is powered by the Nothing OS 3.0 (powered by Android 15) with 2 years of Android upgrades and 3 years of security updates.Till the time Nothing CMF Phone 2 is released, this idea of a customizable phone is refreshing. While most of the other hardware specifications look right on point, the colored exterior of the device adds spice to the overall design.The post Nothing CMF Phone 2 concept reimagined with customizable back panels adds spice to your daily grind first appeared on Yanko Design.

Not all homes follow the conventional blueprint. This Kazakhstan apartment is proof that unusual room shapes can be both visually striking and functional. We see bold geometric forms and fluid transitions bringing even the most awkward corners to life. This space sure challenges the norms of traditional interior design, and were here for it!This is by far the most compact and awkwardly positioned living room weve seen. But it also happens to be one of the most cleverly designed! The long and low-profile sectional sofa is positioned against the wall. This makes the most of the rooms elongated shape. The TV is wall-mounted with a sleek floating console below, which reduces bulk. We also love how the console extends along the wall. This anchors the space together. Wed also like to mention the light color palette, which enhances the feeling of openness, and the large window, which brightens up the space.The single-wall kitchen design makes sure residents can seamlessly move between the living area and hallway. Theres a long countertop, so the functionality is at its maximum. We especially love the wooden tones adding warmth through the cabinetry. The rest of the kitchen uses a neutral palette and tiled walls.In the dining area, a wooden pedestal table makes for a space-savvy choice. This is paired with Cesca chairs, which feature a cantilevered chrome frame and woven cane seat. The black beechwood detailing adds visual interest.A narrow transitional zone makes good use of space by housing a litter box. So the pets can have their own tiny spot.The entryway in the Kazakhstan Apartment has awkward angles, but the strategic lighting makes things feel much better. Theres also sleek cabinetry to keep essentials.The bedroom is simple and functional. A soft upholstered bed is paired with a vintage rug, all using neutral tones. A compact desk provides room for work, while flowerpot lamps sprinkled around the space make for a stunning design choice. Theres also a ring light catering to the homeowners needs. The drapery is lightso sunshine can illuminate the space. This is also reflected by the large curved floor mirror.The bathroom is no less than a design statement! A checkered black and white floor sets the perfect base. The wooden vanity is compact. Yet, the vessel sink adds luxury. A tiled shower cubicle is segregated with a glass partition. The use of glass here makes sure the small space doesnt feel cramped.

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