• Shetland architect Richard Gibson dies aged 89
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    Originally from London, Gibson left a position at Camden Council to take up the post of deputy county architect on the remote Scottish archipelago in the late 1960s.In 1972 he left that post to found his own practice, Richard Gibson Architects, through which he became known for his low-rise housing befitting Shetlands sometimes harsh coastal environment, as well as for his public architecture, including schools, museums and civic pavilions.Nick Brett, Gibsons former co-director at Richard Gibson Architects, said Gibson and his wife Victoria presented a refreshing challenge to the embedded conventions and values of early 1970s pre-oil Shetland and brought colour to Shetland in both an abstract and literal sense.AdvertisementGibsons most celebrated projects include the Hamnavoe Primary School and the re-working of Symbister House, Shetlands most outstanding Georgian building. Source:ne gibson architectsHamnavoe Primary SchoolAmong his notable housing projects are John Jamieson Closs (1984), a 10-home scheme; Gremista Housing, a 48-home scheme consisting of semi-detached homes and flats (1999); and Grdians, a colourful social housing development in Lerwick (2011).These projects, across several sites in Lerwick, were all commissioned by the Hjaltland Housing Association. Source:ne gibson architectsGrdiansGibsons early Shetland projects often consisted of harling-rendered concrete blocks, but he later switched to timber-framed and clad buildings after becoming disillusioned with the excessive quantities of Shetland pebbles required for the earlier renders.Architectural critic Rowan Moore has praised Gibsons work as characterised by care with the shared spaces between homes and by a responsiveness to the landscape and constructional traditions of Shetland.AdvertisementGibson himself said architecture was not about designing icons but making a framework for people to live their lives. Source:ne gibson architectsGremistaHe was recognised with a lifetime achievement award by the Royal Institute of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) in 2010.Born in 1935 and the son of architect Alec Gibson, Richard Gibson trained at the Architectural Association in the same cohort as Richard Rogers, Georgie Wolton and Neave Brown and later at the Slade School of Art.He worked for British Rail, Middlesex County Council Schools Division and Camden Council and built his own mews house in Camden, which later inspired his friend Ted Cullinan to do the same before moving to the Shetlands in 1968.Describing the career U-turn in a Guardian obituary, Moore said Gibson had the career of a promising metropolitan architect but disliked the office politics at Camden and so applied for the Shetlands job.Gibson managed to keep his Shetlands practice going through its unremunerative early years with the help of income from his wife Victorias successful knitwear business, according to the architecture critic.Gibson retired in 2016, but his practice has continued under the name ne gibson architects, now run by Gibsons former co-director, Adrian Wishart. Source:ne gibson architectsDa VadillTribute by Nick Brett, Gibson's now-retired former co-directorRichard had a rather casual, unhurried air about him, never pushy and always courteous and calm. He managed a remarkable alchemy of successfully entrusting employees with freedom and responsibility to design and run projects with care.Like the qualities of the man, the buildings that Richards practice produced were understated and well-considered. His design approach was primarily one of integration and context, rather than the more rigorous modernism of the London peers with whom he studied and identified. If there is value in making comparison, then his design approach was closer in influence to that of his late friend Ted Cullinan.Richards 50 years of practicing as an architect in Shetland has left a legacy of well-crafted schemes and buildings dotted throughout the isles. The urban housing schemes and civic projects made a significant contribution to the built fabric and townscape of Lerwick and Scalloway.The Vadill housing scheme in Lerwick was to be the last project that Richard personally ran and it is a fine testimony to his skill in resolving a complex and awkward site in the town with a deceptively simple radial layout.Richard and Victoria were very much a team. Throughout their long marriage they supported one another in their respective architecture practice and Victorias successful knitwear business.Their family holidayed, sailed and played at their off-grid weekend 'Tardis' of a bunkhouse on the west coast of Shetland. Much of this converted ruined croft house was hands-on built over a decade. The result is a building has a delightful light touch. A credit to a decent, capable man who lived a good life.
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  • Best Vitamins for Hair Growth in 2025
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    Our Experts Written by Caroline Igo Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement How we test What to consider Ingredients Every hair vitamin will have nutrients, but they may also contain ingredients you'd rather avoid. Dosage Always take note of the dosage of each nutrient included in your vitamin selection. Serving size Some vitamins have serving sizes of three or more capsules daily. Others only require one tablet each day. Form The most popular forms of vitamins are capsules, tablets and gummies. Decide which one is best for you. Third-party certifications Extra certifications help you feel confident that the vitamin only contains whats on the ingredient label. Health concerns Always consider your medical conditions and current medication when choosing a hair vitamin. Why You Can Trust CNET 41424344454647484950 Vitamins evaluated 1234 Researchers41424344454647484950 Hours researched How we test Our team has spent years expertly selecting vitamins by studying the market, reading hundreds of customer reviews and understanding which essential vitamins our bodies need. Table of Contents If you're dealing with hair trouble, from thinning to damage from bleach and styling, your goal may be to prioritize hair growth for longer, healthier locks. Fortunately, there are supplements out there that can help you accomplish this. To find the best vitamins for hair growth, we looked at quality, vitamin and mineral quantities, dietary restrictions, third-party verifications, customer reviews, price and more to narrow down the list. However, you should never make drastic changes to your diet or health routine without consulting your doctor. If you're concerned about hair loss, make sure you go to them for diagnosis and personalized advice. Our Picks Best overall vitamin for hair growth Nature Made Biotin View details $12 at Walmart View details Best gummy vitamin for hair growth Olly Undeniable Beauty View details $13 at Amazon View details Best vegan vitamin for hair growth Hum Red Carpet View details $26 at Amazon View details Best budget vitamin for hair growth Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin and Nails View details $11 at Walmart View details Best vitamin for men's hair growth Nutrafol Men View details $79 at Nutrafol View details Best vitamin for women's hair growth Nutrafol Women View details $88 at Amazon View details Table of Contents What are the best vitamins for hair growth?The many vitamins and minerals that can help maintain healthy hair and hair growth are already in your diet. Studies have found that the following vitamins have contributed to promoting hair growth. These include but aren't limited to:Vitamin AVitamin B7Vitamin CVitamin DVitamin EZincBest hair growth vitamins of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 Pros Inexpensive compared to other hair supplements Verified by the United States Pharmacopeia A bottle will last you 120 days Cons Only contains biotin, while other supplements incorporate multiple vitamins Not vegan (contains beeswax) Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin that supports healthy hair, skin and nail growth. It is especially useful in breaking down foods such as proteins and carbohydrates, boosting energy. Nature Made's Biotin supplement contains 1,000 mcg of biotin.The softgels are gluten-free and contain no artificial dyes or colors. Each bottle has 120 softgels, which is a 120-day supply. Take one daily to maintain healthy skin and hair. There is a note on the side of the bottle saying that biotin can interfere with some lab tests. Always consult a physician before undergoing lab work on this supplement. Olly Undeniable Beauty flavored gummies contain vitamin C, vitamin E, biotin and keratin. Vitamin C plays a key role in the production of collagen, and vitamin E aids in protecting and healing skin. Keratin, a protein that already exists in our hair, skin and nails, is important in maintaining healthy hair.Each serving of Olly gummies accounts for 17% of your daily value of vitamin C, 50% of your daily value of vitamin E and 8,333% of your daily value of biotin. It should be noted that there is not a recommended amount of daily intake of keratin. If you don't like the flavor of grapefruit, try out this
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  • Nintendo Switch Online adds three more SNES games, promising puzzles, brawls and ninjas
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    Nintendo Switch Online adds three more SNES games, promising puzzles, brawls and ninjasFatal Fury 2! Super Ninja Boy! Sutte Hakkun!Image credit: Nintendo News by Victoria Kennedy News Reporter Published on Jan. 24, 2025 Nintendo has added another three classic games to its SNES Switch Online collection, including one not seen in the west before.The Mario maker promises "puzzles, brawls and ninjas galore" with these latest editions, which are as follows:Sutte HakkunFatal Fury 2Super Ninja BoyHere's a little trailer for the three games, to give you a taste of what's in store.Play FATAL FURY 2 and more classic Super NES games with Nintendo Switch Online! Watch on YouTubeFatal Fury 2 is a SNES port of SNK's arcade fighting game. Will you choose to fight as Terry Bogard, or his younger brother Andy? Or perhaps wrestling as Big Bear is more your thing.As for Sutte Hakkun, it's this chap's first official time in the west. It's a cute looking puzzler, where players control a little bird-like creature who can suck up liquids of different colours and then inject that liquid into once-colourless blocks to move them in different directions.In case you were unaware, Nintendo Switch Online members can get themselves access to multiple NES, Super NES and Game Boy games.Additionally, those who choose to go for the higher priced Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack option will also be able to get their mitts on Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance and SEGA Mega Drive games, along with other perks. That includes things like expansions for other Nintendo games, such as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Booster Course Pass.You can check out the full run down of games available on Nintendo's subscription service via our handy guide: All Nintendo Switch Online games available to play right now.As for Nintendo more generally, last week it finally unveiled the Switch 2, with a dedicated Direct set for April.
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  • Blender Jobs for January 24, 2025
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    Here's an overview of the most recent Blender jobs on Blender Artists, ArtStation and 3djobs.xyz: (paid job) Looking for someone to create a custom plugin/geonode setup Paid job, Gun Raiders Low Poly Skin Seeking Abstract Art Concept Artists (paid job) Creating models from images, mostly anthropomorphic art Looking for a 3D generalist, specialising in Blender [...]Source
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  • Helldivers 2 appears to no longer be blocked on Steam in some territories it was pulled from sale in during PlayStation account linking controversy
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    Helldivers 2 appears to no longer be unavailable/inaccessible on Steam in some territories it was pulled from sale in around the time of last year's PlayStation Network account linking controversy. Read more
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  • Warner Bros Games CEO is leaving the company in the wake of MultiVersus and Suicide Squad fumbles
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    ExpectationsWarner Bros Games CEO is leaving the company in the wake of MultiVersus and Suicide Squad fumblesEven with Warner Bros' size, it's clearly struggled in the video game department.Image credit: VG247/Warner Bros. Games News by Connor Makar Staff Writer Published on Jan. 24, 2025 The CEO of Warner Bros Games - David Haddad - has announced his departure from the company following a rough few years in terms of the company's video game releases. It looks as though games like MultiVersus and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League haven't hit expectations set by the media giant.Speaking to Variety, Warner Bros Discovery's global streaming and games CEO stated, "David has thoughtfully and purposefully chosen a time when our release schedule is lighter which will help minimize disruption to our ongoing projects and strategic plans and allow this team to smoothly prepare for its next record-breaking title". Haddad will stay on for three months while a replacement is established.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Variety has also written, thanks to information from a source, that in spite of this roadbump there is not intention to sell off the gaming division. Instead, a change in leadership is the sole priority at the current time. In an internal call yesterday, it was confirmed that Haddad will be leaving, with the soon-to-be former CEO saying the following to his peers according to VGC,"I am so proud of everything weve accomplished together at Warner Bros. Games during my time with the company. It has been an absolute pleasure working on and building our iconic gaming franchises, and I will continue to be an enthusiastic supporter of this talented teams future endeavors. I look forward to working on the next chapter of my career and will always be grateful for my time with Warner Bros. Games."The struggles impacting the gaming division of Warner Bros has been no secret. MultiVersus, that first released in a limited open beta, proved extremely popular initially. However, upon its full release months later, it quickly lost steam among casual Warner Bros fans and fighting game players. As of writing, the game has has hit a peak player count of 1,144 on Steam in the past month.Suicide Squad on the other hand has seen a series of issues. It didn't launch to a particularly high number of players considering how long it was in development. Not to mention, the game was met with mixed reviews.What the company really needs is a big win, but where can it come from? Well, Dune appears to be the hot IP under its IP umbrella, and you've got Dune Awakening on the horizon. Perhaps if it pops off, it'll point the way for the department's future. That future, regardless of outside factors, will need to be led by a strong CEO. We'll have to sit back and wait a while to find out who'll be steering the ship to safer waters.
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  • V-Ray VFX & Animation Showreel 2025
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    Dive into a world where anything is possibleepic space battles, mythical creatures, breathtaking environments, and unforgettable characters. Every frame is a testament to the limitless possibilities of Chaos tools and the boundless creativity of the artists who wield them. So grab your favorite seat, press play, and get ready to be inspired.We are endlessly amazed by the artistry and innovation of the VFX community. To every artist and studio featured here, thank you for continuing to dream big and make magic:a52AreveraBUCKDeckard DigitalDigital DomainDreamWorks AnimationFlooulFrame 48Ghost VFXGoodbye Kansas StudiosJAMMKORBLunar AnimationMAKEREALTIMEScanline VFXSpace Office VFXTATUnit ImageZoic StudiosEditor: Andrs Garcia Diaz, FIUMUMusic: Elliot Middleton 'We Will Soar'Thumbnail credit: Scanline VFXV-Ray brings visual effects to life. Take a look at some showcase projects here:
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  • Nippon Ichi Software's President, Tetsuhisa Seko, Has Passed Away
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    Executive joined the company in 2002.Nippon Ichi Software has announced that its president and CEO, Tetsuhisa Seko, has sadly passed away at the age of 54.Born on 21st January, Showa 46 (1971 which, despite NIS stating his age as 55, would make him 54 at the time of his death), Seko joined the company back in March 2002 after previous stints at SNK Co., Ltd and Toshin Co., Ltd.Read the full article on nintendolife.com
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  • US indicts five individuals in crackdown on North Koreas illicit IT workforce
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    U.S. authorities have indicted five people over their alleged involvement in a multi-year North Korean IT worker scheme that saw them obtain remote employment with dozens of American companies.The Department of Justice on Thursday announced the indictment of North Korean citizens Jin Sung-Il and Pak Jin-Song; Pedro Ernesto Alonso De Los Reyes of Mexico, and U.S. nationals Erick Ntekereze Prince and Emanuel Ashtor.The DOJ said the FBI arrested Ntekereze and Ashtor, and a search of Ashtors home in North Carolina found evidence of a laptop farm that hosted company-provided laptops to deceive organizations into thinking they had hired workers based in the U.S.Alonso was also arrested in the Netherlands after a U.S. warrant was issued.According to the indictment, Ntekereze and Ashtor allegedly installed remote access software, including Anydesk and TeamViewer, on the company-provided devices, allowing the North Koreans to conceal their locations. The two Americans also provided Jin and Pak with forged identity documents, including U.S. passports and U.S. bank accounts.The indictment alleges that the defendants gained employment from at least 64 American organizations over the course of the multi-year scheme, which ran from April 2018 through August 2024. These included a U.S. financial institution, a San Francisco-based technology company, and a Palo Alto-headquartered IT organization.According to the Justice Department, payments from ten of those companies generated at least $866,255 in revenue, most of which was laundered through a Chinese bank account.The Department of Justice remains committed to disrupting North Koreas cyber-enabled sanctions-evading schemes, which seek to trick U.S. companies into funding the North Korean regimes priorities, including its weapons programs, Devin DeBacker, supervisory official with the Justice Departments National Security Division, said in a statement.Alongside Thursdays indictments, which come just days after the Treasury Department sanctioned two individuals and four entities for allegedly engaging in similar behavior, the FBI released an advisory warning that North Korean IT workers are increasingly engaging in malicious activity, including data extortion.The agency said it has observed North Korean IT workers leveraging unlawful access to company networks to exfiltrate proprietary and sensitive data, facilitate cyber-criminal activities, and conduct revenue-generating activity on behalf of the regime.
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  • 3D Printing Industry Awards: Trophy Design Competition Winner Announced
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    The 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards returned to celebrate the excellence of individuals and companies across the additive manufacturing sector.3D printing leaders across 19 categories were selected through a public vote and a 3D printing expert committee. In addition to industry-wide recognition, the winners, announced last month, will receive a 3D printed trophy.Since the inaugural 3D Printing Industry Awards in 2016, the winners trophy has always been selected via an online, community-driven design competition. The 2024 contest was hosted on Prusa Researchs file-sharing site Printables. Uniquely, contestants were tasked with combining 3D printed metal and polymer components into an original and eye-catching structure.We are grateful to our production partners Desktop Metal, which will 3D print the metal insert using its metal binder jetting technology, and 3DPRINTUK, responsible for producing the polymer section with SLS. We also thank Prusa Research for generously awarding the winner an Original Prusa MK4S Kit valued at 889, along with a wealth of Prusameters.The winning 3D Printing Industry Awards 2024 Trophy design. Photo via Printables.Who won the 3D Printing Industry Awards Trophy Design Competition?The winning designer was Florian Tosello, who runs the GT 3D Makers Printables profile and website. His 3D Printing Industry Awards 2024 Trophy design stood out thanks to its elegance, brand identity, and manufacturability.All of the designs submitted for this years 3DPI trophy were very beautiful and creative, and took full advantage of the power of 3D Printing, both in metal and in polymer, commented Jonah Myerberg, Co-founder and CTO of Desktop Metal.While acknowledging that it was very difficult to choose a winner, Myerberg said that the selected design is a great example of how polymer and metal 3D printed parts can come together and work in concert to form a true work of art. Congratulations to Florian Tosello!Veronika Hruskova from Printables stated that Tosellos submission is a design thats fresh, simple, and just works. She added, The first thing that really catches our eye about the trophy is the centerpiece, which looks like the tip of a 3D printer nozzlea detail that ties it nicely to the world of 3D printing, which we love. The combination of smooth lines and sharper edges gives it a unique look, and the contrast between the solid metal part and the open space makes it feel really balanced.The 3D Printing Industry Awards 2024 Trophy design winner. Photo via Printables.Nick Allen, CEO of 3DPRINTUK, shared this view, explaining that this design was his favorite due to its minimalist simplicity, manufacturability and on-brand styling. Allen also pointed to the high quality of this years other submissions. The runners-up both demonstrated complexity only achievable with AM, as well as smooth and flowing aesthetics, he said. It was a hard choice between all of them and I would like to further congratulate not just the winners and runners-up, but all entrants for their efforts!The 3D Printing Industry Trophy Design Competition runners-up were as follows:2nd place: t3dworld: 2024 3D PIA Trophy Arched Sweeps2024 3D PIA Trophy Arched Sweeps design. Photo via Printables.3rd place: A_Niemi Designs: AN01 Trophy For the 3D Printing Industry AwardsAN01 Trophy For the 3D Printing Industry Awards Design. Image via Printables.3DPI Awards 2024 trophy: A few words from the winning designerWe caught up with Tosello, who told us more about his background and the thought process behind his submission. The French designer acquired his first 3D printer 6-7 years ago, a 101 Hero advertised as the first 3D printer under $100. He stated that this system was not crazy in terms of quality but it was my first step into the world of 3D.Tosello built on these humble beginnings by upgrading to more efficient printers. It didnt take long to realize he no longer wanted to simply replicate parts found onlineinstead, he aspired to design and 3D print his own unique creations. It was at this time that I became interested in modeling software, first SketchUp, then Fusion 360, the competition-winning designer added. I learned to use this software on my own, then did training to validate my skills and make them more professional.The 3DPI Trophy Design Competition came at a perfect time to continue this design journey. I just saw the contest being launched on Printables. Having never had the opportunity to model one in my activity, I said to myself that it could be an interesting exercise to model a trophy, explained Tosello.After reading the design brief, his idea for the trophy came quite quickly. I wanted to make an interesting design in its form, which highlights 3D printing, without falling into excess with an overly complicated model with meshes of complex shapes, etc. The trophys central metal insert and logo components create the illusion of levitation, achieved through a clever structure that is simple to 3D print. This focus on practicality was key, I dont want the manufacturer to break out in a cold sweat when bringing my model to life.The winning 3D Printing Industry Awards 2024 Trophy design. Photo via Printables.Tossellos new Original Prusa MK4S will be put through its paces. I havent had the chance to have a Prusa in my hands yet, but their quality is second to none Its going to have a special place in my workshop!He added, I would like to thank 3DPI and PRUSA for organizing this competition, with this fantastic prize. I participated hoping to receive this MK4S, applying myself to make a trophy that had its chances without expecting much given the mass of interesting designs offered. When I received Veronikas message I couldnt believe it.Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards?All the news from Formnext 2024.Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on X, like our Facebook page, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content.Featured image shows the winning 3D Printing Industry Awards 2024 Trophy design. Photo via Printables.
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