• A Netflix exec finally addressed 'Emilia Prez' star Karla Sofa Gascn's scandal — here's what to know about the controversy
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    Netflix's "Emilia Prez" has received the most nominations from major award bodies this season.But in recent weeks, the film and its cast have faced multiple controversies on social media.In the latest crisis, fans are attacking the film's lead, Karla Sofa Gascn, for her old social media posts."Emilia Prez" is a frontrunner for the 2025 Oscars after bagging 13 nominations, but a growing number of fans and critics are turning against the film.The Netflix movie, starring Zoe Saldaa, Selena Gomez, and Karla Sofa Gascn, is a cross-genre crime musical about a Mexican cartel boss who fakes her death so she can transition.Variety reported that Netflix bought the film for about $12 million after it premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. While it wasn't a hit on the platform, its award success is a boost to Netflix's reputation.Some film fans have questioned why the film is drawing so many accolades, arguing its competition is better, and have criticized old social media posts by its lead actor, Gascn.On Rotten Tomatoes, it had a critic score of 72% and an audience score of 17%, indicating a divide between industry experts and the general public.Here are the controversies surrounding the film explained.Some viewers mocked a musical number in the film and Selena Gomez's performanceIn one scene that went viral, a doctor sings about the gender reassignment surgeries he has performed.Users on X who saw the clip out of context mocked the musical number, while others who had seen the film called it boring.Film fans reignited criticism by resharing the scene after "Emilia Prez" won four awards at the Golden Globes on January 6.It won the award for best musical or comedy motion picture over many fan-favorite films, including "Wicked," "The Substance," and "Challengers."Gomez's performance and her Spanish language skills have also been criticized.Eugenio Derbez, a Mexican actor who starred in 2021's "Coda," called her performance "indefensible" last December on the Mexican entertainment podcast "Hablando de Cine."After Gomez said sorry and that she did the best she could with the time she was given, Derbez apologized the next day for his "thoughtless" comments.Others have complained about how the film portrays trans identity Karla Sofa Gomez plays the lead character Emilia Prez, who transitions in the film. WHY NOT PRODUCTIONS / PATH FILMS / FRANCE 2 CINMA / PAGE 114 At first glance, it would seem progressive for a film about a trans person to win multiple Oscars, as an openly trans actor has yet to win an Academy Award. But critics say the film doesn't uplift the community, partly because it includes transphobic tropes, such as describing a transwoman as "half male/half female."In November 2024, the LGBTQ+ advocacy group GLAAD called the film "a step backward for trans representation" and shared several negative reviews from critics who are trans.On January 6, Gascn told Vanity Fair: "Many are running a negative, nasty campaign against the film, so anything that I say, they will use it to make their case bigger."When something has a big impact and is liked by many, others hate it just for existing."When asked about critics who are trans panning the movie, Gascn said: "Being LGBTQ, having those labels, does not remove your stupidity, just like heterosexuality does not remove your stupidity."What bothers me is that the people that say things like that just sitting down at home doing nothing. If you don't like it, go and make your own movie. Go create the representation you want to see for your community."Gascn added that the trans experience is not a monolith.Juan Barquin, a critic of the movie who is trans and was mentioned in the Vanity Fair article, responded in an X post the next day, telling Gascn to "go fuck herself" and give her money to make her own trans movie.Another trans critic mentioned in the piece, Drew Burnett Gregory, said: "I've watched many trans actors and writers attach themselves to cis artists in the hopes of helping their careers."It's not a position I envy. When the dust settles and the awards are doled out, it's the cis people who have benefited while the trans people can barely get work."On January 6, Jeremy O. Harris, a Tony-nominated playwright and actor, shared an Instagram story post criticizing the outlet THEM and other LGBTQ+ detractors of "Emilia Prez," arguing its success could open doors for representation.Some have criticized how Mexico is portrayed Selena Gomez as Jessi in "Emilia Prez." Shanna Besson/Page 114 - Why Not Productions - Path Films - France 2 Cinma "Emilia Prez" is mostly set in Mexico, but the film's director, Jacques Audiard, is French, and the movie was made in France. In addition, one Mexican-born actor has a lead role: Adriana Paz. Gomez is American and has Mexican heritage; Saldaa's parents are Dominican and Puerto Rican; and Gascn is Spanish.Users on X, including Mexican actors and cinematographers, argued the film doesn't accurately portray Mexico, its culture, and its people.Rodrigo Prieto, a Mexican, Oscar-nominated cinematographer who worked on "Barbie," "Killers of the Flower Moon," and "The Wolf of Wall Street," told Deadline last November that he was "unhappy" the film was not shot in Mexico and didn't include more Mexican people in the production."The whole thing is completely inauthentic," Prieto said. "Yes, they had dialogue coaches but I was offended that such a story was portrayed in a way that felt so inauthentic."It was just the details for me. You would never have a jail sign that read 'Crcel' it would be 'Penitenciaria'. It's just the details, and that shows me that nobody that knew was involved. And it didn't even matter. That was very troubling to me."In December 2024, casting director Carla Hool told a SAG-AFTRA foundation Q&A that her team searched across Mexico and Latin America for the lead roles."We wanted to keep it really authentic, but at the end of the day, the best actors who embodied the characters are the ones right here," Hool said, adding that they changed the backgrounds of Gomez and Saldaa's characters because they aren't native Mexicans.This further angered critics.'Emilia Prez' was snubbed by GLAAD but has received the most Oscar nominationsOn January 22, GLAAD announced the nominees for its media awards, but "Emilia Prez" was notably absent from all categories.A day later, the Oscars announced their nominations list, and "Emilia Prez" received the most. The film's total nominations ties with Oscar-winning films such as "Oppenheimer," "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring," and "Forrest Gump."Film fans said they thought other films were more deserving of the recognition.A Mexican trans filmmaker created a 28-minute parody of 'Emilia Prez' set in FranceOn January 25, Camila Aurora, a Mexican filmmaker who is trans, uploaded "Johanne Sacreblu" to YouTube, a 28-minute musical parody of "Emilia Prez." The film is set in France, but it is filled with French stereotypes and was filmed in Mexico with Mexican actors who put on bad French accents.The film went viral and has been viewed over 3 million times on YouTube.Gascn accused people on social media of trying to tear her down Karla Sofa Gascn attends the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 2025 Amy Sussman/Getty Images On January 28, Folha de S. Paulo, a Brazilian daily newspaper, published a video interview where Gascn said people had torn down her work to highlight that of fellow best actress Oscar nominee, Fernanda Torres.Fans accused Gascn of breaking an Academy rule prohibiting those associated with an eligible film from publicly casting a competing film in a "negative or derogatory light."Representatives for the Academy did not respond to a comment request from Business Insider.Variety reported on January 29 that the comments do not violate the rule because Gascn did not negatively comment on Torres' acting performance or film.Gascn told Variety: "In my recent comments, I was referencing the toxicity and violent hate speech on social media that I sadly continue to experience. Fernanda has been a wonderful ally, and no one directly associated with her has been anything but supportive and hugely generous."Gascn then faced backlash after her old X posts resurfaced Zoe Saldana as Rita Moro Castro and Karla Sofia Gascon as Emilia Perez in "Emilia Perez." Netflix On January 30, fans and journalists resurfaced posts Gascn shared on X featuring offensive remarks about Islam, Muslims, George Floyd, and Miley Cyrus. The most recent posts were from 2021.Variety reported that in one post, which has since been deleted, Gascn called the 2021 Oscar ceremony an "Afro-Korean festival" after Daniel Kaluuya, a Black British actor, and Yuh-Jung Youn, a South Korean actor, won awards.Gascn said in a statement to Variety and The Hollywood Reporter: "I want to acknowledge the conversation around my past social media posts that have caused hurt. As someone in a marginalized community, I know this suffering all too well and I am deeply sorry to those I have caused pain. All my life I have fought for a better world. I believe light will always triumph over darkness."On January 31, Gascn deleted her X account and shared a lengthy statement with The Hollywood Reporter, which stated: "I'm sorry, but I can no longer allow this campaign of hate and misinformation to affect neither my family nor me anymore, so at their request I am closing my account on X."Gascn went on to post several additional statements on Instagram and appeared in an hourlong interview with CNN en Espaol. In these posts and interviews, Gascn denied she was racist or Islamophobic and said some of the posts were fake or taken out of context.On January 31, Saldaa attended a Q&A in London where the host said Gascn couldn't attend and asked her to respond to "what's been said online."Saldaa said: "I'm still processing everything that has transpired in the last couple of days, and I'm sad. It makes me really sad because I don't support and I don't have any tolerance for any negative rhetoric towards people of any group."'Emilia Prez' director Jacques Audiard and Selena Gomez addressed Gascn's comments as Netflix appeared to distance itself from Gascn Jacques Audiard attending a press conference for 'Emilia Prez' in January in Mexico City. Medios y Media/Getty Images In early February, Variety reported that Netflix had released a new "Emilia Prez" poster for award show voters that features the film's stars and nominations, except for Gascn and her Oscar nod.Awards panels for the Oscars and others haven't finished voting, so the controversy may affect the film's chances of winning awards.On February 5, Audiard told Deadline that Gascn's old posts were "inexcusable" and said she was "playing the victim.""I haven't spoken to her, and I don't want to. She is in a self-destructive approach that I can't interfere in, and I really don't understand why she's continuing," he said, seemingly referring to Gascn's response to the backlash. "I don't understand it, and what I don't understand about this too is why she's harming people who were very close to her."Audiard said that the way Gascn had responded to the backlash was hurting him, her castmates, and everyone else who worked on the film.When asked about "Emilia Prez" being criticized for its depictions of cartels and victims of gang violence in Mexico, Audiard said the movie was not intended to be realistic."What shocked me is that either people haven't seen the film properly, or they haven't seen it at all and are acting in bad faith," Audiard said. "The representation of the cartels in the film is thematic. It's not something that I'm particularly focused on in the film. There's one scene that deals with it. The real thing that I'm interested in, that I was interested in doing, is that I wanted to make an opera."While some social media users praised Audiard for criticizing Gascn, others accused him of throwing her to the wolves, and criticized comments Audiard made about the Spanish language that they believed were problematic.Representatives for Gascn, Netflix, the Academy, and THEM did not immediately respond to a comment request from BI.Selena Gomez also addressed the backlash during an appearance at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. "Some of the magic has disappeared, but I choose to continue to be proud of what I've done, and I'm just grateful and live with no regrets," she said, per Deadline. "And I would do this movie over and over again if I could."A Netflix exec commented on the scandal, calling the situation 'a bummer'In an interview on The Town podcast with Puck's Matthew Bellonii released on February 14, Netflix's chief content officer Bela Bajaria addressed Gascn's controversy. The exec repeatedly stressed that it was unfortunate how the backlash had affected the other people who worked on "Emilia Prez,'" calling it "such a bummer.""It really has kind of taken the conversation in a different way [from] this incredible movie that Jacques Audiard who is an incredible director has made," Bajaria said, specifically calling out the effect on Gascn's costars Saldaa and Gomez.When Belloni asked if this incident would change how Netflix vets talent's social media for future projects, Bajaria said that they would be reevaluating it, but stressed how logistically challenging it would be to "actually look at the personal social media of tens of thousands of people, every single day around the world," given the sheer volume of content Netflix is producing and licensing.Despite everything that happened, Bajaria told Belloni she still stands behind the film. "If you ask me today, everything I know, we would still buy the movie today. That movie is incredible and it's creative and it's bold that's what you want, and it resonated with a lot of people this year."
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  • Daredevil: Born Agains Showrunner Wouldve Quit If He Couldnt Bring Back Foggy and Karen
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    Daredevil is back to beat up bad guys to a pulp through super long hallways, this time on Disney+. It was originally revealed that Charlie Cox would be returning as Matt Murdock (who briefly had a fling on She-Hulk) along withVincent DOnofrio as Kingpin (who appeared in Echo), alongside Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, the vigilante known as The Punisher. But left out from the Daredevil: Born Again announcement were original Netflix universe cast members Elden Henson and Deborah Ann Wolla decision that the series newest showrunner, when the decision was made to retoolBorn Again, didnt agree with. Thankfully Henson and Woll will reprise their roles as Foggy Nelson and Karen Page respectively, which has kicked up excitement for Born Agains premiere on March 4. Foggy and Karen were part of a huge cliffhanger at the end of the series Netflix run before its untimely cancellation, preparing to establish a new law firm between themselves and Mattmaking them as fundamental to Matts world in the show as they have been over the years in the comics. So whenBorn Again saw itself face a creative overhauling after years of work on an iteration that largely strayed away from what made the Netflix show work, for incoming showrunner Dario Scardapane (The Punisher), it was one of the first priorities he made in his case to Marvel. That was actually one of the first things I said to the bosses, he told Empire about his push to rework it. You cant do this show without Karen and Foggy. Theyre Matts family. Theyre the heart of his world. You cant take them out without explaining why, and if that explanation doesnt ring true, dont take them out. He continued to explain how the show felt like it veered off too much without them. It was much less the world we knew, and more trying to blaze a new trail, Scardapane pointed out, but in doing so, theyd forgotten some things that really were necessary to the engine of the story. Those things being people who are core to what the Daredevil stories areand so core to Scardapanes own vision that without them, he wasnt willing to be a part of the creative process. I was willing to lose a job over this one, he added. Because Season 3 of the Netflix show ended with a dream, with the names on that napkin. If you dont pay that off, youre not giving your characters context. You cant ignore that dream. Daredevil: Born Againwith Scardapane, Foggy and Karen along for the ride, thankfullybegins streaming on Disney+ March 4. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, whats next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
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  • Factory Coffee HQ / TasteSpace Co., Ltd.
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    Factory Coffee HQ / TasteSpace Co., Ltd.Save this picture! Mr.Jinnawat BorihankijananCoffee Shop InteriorsBangkok, ThailandArchitects: TasteSpace Co., Ltd.AreaArea of this architecture projectArea:700 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Mr.Jinnawat BorihankijananMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Save this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Factory HQA Modern Industrial-Style Coffee Shop and Office Redefining Functional Aesthetics Design ConceptInspired by industrial factory aesthetics, Factory HQ seamlessly merges raw materials with contemporary design elements. At its core is a centrally placed counter bar, engineered for efficient operations.Save this picture!The rear section houses a glass-walled coffee roasting room, offering customers an immersive view of the roasting process. This open approach reinforces the "Factory" identity, with the brand's essence reflected in green accents and robust compact laminate materials. Natural light streams in through polycarbonate panels, reducing energy consumption and creating a welcoming, airy atmosphere.Save this picture!Save this picture!Transforming the SpaceOnce a closed, confined structure, the space was reimagined by opening three of its walls and enveloping the faade in frosted polycarbonate. This material not only filters sunlight into the interior but also provides superior heat insulation. A void was introduced on the second floor, allowing light to cascade down onto the ground-floor counter while optimizing structural efficiency.Save this picture!Function Meets TransparencyThe counter area was meticulously planned for coffee shop operations. Behind it, the glass-walled roasting area allows patrons to witness the intricate coffee roasting process, reflecting a commitment to quality and craftsmanship.Save this picture!Interconnected Levels of ExperienceThe second floor serves as a workshop and office, prominently displaying an array of coffee machines. This open layout creates a cohesive narrative, positioning the space as more than just a coffee shopit's an educational hub for coffee enthusiasts.Save this picture!Save this picture!A Harmonious Blend of Form and FunctionFactory HQ epitomizes the integration of modern aesthetics, functional efficiency, and brand storytelling. The design pays homage to its industrial inspiration while creating a unique space that is both visually compelling and highly practical.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officeTasteSpace Co., Ltd.OfficePublished on February 15, 2025Cite: "Factory Coffee HQ / TasteSpace Co., Ltd." 14 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1026852/factory-coffee-hq-tastespace-c-ltd&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream
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  • Vulnerability Increases for Crab, Squid, and Other Marine Species in California Waters
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    Rising water temperatures, acidification, and deoxygenation are disrupting marine ecosystems worldwide. These changes threaten culturally and economically significant species, ultimately endangering the livelihoods that depend on them. To manage marine species struggling with climate change, it is essential to identify the most vulnerable ecosystems and species.A study conducted by the University of California, Santa Cruz, aims to help Californian fisheries adapt by developing climate-ready management strategies. The research team collaborated with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), fisheries scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and experts from the Nature Conservancy and the California Ocean Protection Council to assess the climate vulnerability of 34 key aquatic species."The results are striking," said Timothy Frawley, an assistant project scientist at UC Santa Cruzs Institute of Marine Sciences and lead author of the study, in a press release. "Some of California's most economically and culturally important fisheries are among the most vulnerable to projected environmental changes."Climate Change Impact on Marine SpeciesKey factors influencing species vulnerability include reproductive rate, habitat range, and susceptibility to ocean acidification. Oceanographic changes such as rising sea surface temperatures, altered salinity, declining subsurface oxygen levels, and sea-level rise also play a critical role.One of the first noticeable shifts is in species distribution. As marine organisms adapt to changing environments, some such as Pacific herring and market squid are moving northward. This shift could push them beyond the reach of local fisheries, creating economic challenges. Conversely, species like the Pacific bonito may find Californian waters more suitable, presenting new fishing opportunities.Classifying VulnerabilityThe researchers used Climate Vulnerability Assessments (CVA) to gauge species susceptibility to environmental change. The system ranks species on a scale from blue (least vulnerable) to red (most vulnerable).Findings suggest that between 2030 and 2060, 12 percent of the 34 species studied will fall into the high-risk orange and red categories. This percentage is projected to rise to 53 percent between 2070 and 2100. The study notes that these results align with ongoing climate-driven changes already observed in marine ecosystems.Species with limited mobility, such as red abalone a sea snailare particularly vulnerable because they cannot easily relocate in response to environmental changes and thus classified as highly at risk. Other species, including Pacific herring, Dungeness crab, Pismo clam, market squid, California spiny lobster, and pink shrimp, may also reach critical vulnerability levels if climate impacts intensify.These species play a vital role in Californias economy. Dungeness crab alone contributes approximately $45 million annually to local and regional economies. Fisheries identified as highly vulnerable have already experienced significant declines, further underscoring the need for proactive management strategies.How Fisheries Face the FutureFrawley emphasizes that the fishing industry depends on a vast network of workers to function efficiently. Beyond boat crews, the industry relies on dock workers, processing plant staff, and buyers. Scientists play a crucial role in establishing sustainable harvest levels and ensuring long-term viability."My experience as a fisherman has inspired me to focus my work as a marine scientist on supporting coastal communities by providing them with the information needed to better navigate risk and uncertainty," Frawley stated in the release.Local assessments are crucial, as species that migrate to different areas may avoid extinction but still create challenges for regional fisheries. When fish populations shift beyond fishermens reach, their livelihoods suffer. Understanding these trends in advance allows fisheries to adapt while prioritizing conservation efforts.The study suggests that more flexible management approaches will be necessary to address climate-driven fluctuations in species distribution and population dynamics. Adjusting fishing regulations to reflect these changes will be key to sustaining both marine biodiversity and the fishing industry in the years to come.Read More: Carbon Is Robbing Crabs of Their SensesArticle SourcesOur writers at Discovermagazine.com use peer-reviewed studies and high-quality sources for our articles, and our editors review for scientific accuracy and editorial standards. Review the sources used below for this article:NOAA Fisheries: Climate Vulnerability AssessmentsHaving worked as a biomedical research assistant in labs across three countries, Jenny excels at translating complex scientific concepts ranging from medical breakthroughs and pharmacological discoveries to the latest in nutrition into engaging, accessible content. Her interests extend to topics such as human evolution, psychology, and quirky animal stories. When shes not immersed in a popular science book, youll find her catching waves or cruising around Vancouver Island on her longboard.
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  • The 10 coolest musical instruments youll see in 2025
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    Finalists include a 'Hacked Double Trumpet' from France. Credit: Nicolas BrasShareGeorgia Tech is readying for its 27th annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition, and has officially announced its choice of finalists highlighting some of the years weirdest and most creative music-making inventions. Last years first-place winner, Max Addas VocalCords, focused on the relationship between touch, sound, and voicebut the 2025 champion could be any of the 10 selections that include an electromagnetic field manipulator, a modular trumpet, and even 3D-printed Dinosaur Choir.The Guthman Musical Instrument Competition Concert will take place on March 8th at Georgia Techs Ferst Center for the Arts. Tickets are available here.The UdderbotThe Udderbot is a DIY slide vessel flute made from a modified glass bottle, a flexible bladder, and water. It functions as an acoustic cousin to the slide whistle, ocarina, and musical saw, producing a sound reminiscent of both the flute and theremin. With a simple construction from household materials, the instrument allows for precise pitch control, microtonality, and expressive vibrato. Creator: Jacob Barton, United States The SophtarThe Sophtar is a string instrument that incorporates feedback, automated beaters, and machine learning to create complex sustained sounds. An embedded computer enables interaction with other instruments and neural audio synthesis models, while a pressure-sensitive neck allows for expressive control of timbre. The instrument can also generate its own sound using algorithms that control beaters and feedback harmonics. Creators: Federico Visi and Sukandar Kamid Kartadinata, Germany PetikaThe Petika is a digital microtonal harmonium that augments the traditional Indian double-reed acoustic harmonium. It allows precise tuning control for each key, eliminating the need for multiple harmoniums set to specific microtonal frequencies. Using digital signal processing techniques such as asymmetric triangle waves, phase modulation, and filters, Petika recreates the tone of acoustic reeds. Creators: Tejas Rode and Anjaneya Sastry, United States MulatarThe Mulatar combines elements of slide guitar, harp, and percussion into a single instrument. Moving bridges allow musicians to adjust notes freely, while the harp section supports quick retuning, and the body functions as a drum. Designed with both acoustic and electroacoustic systems, it enables high-quality recordings and real-time effects processing, making it versatile for solo and street performances. Creator: Lockruf Music, United Kingdom ModMIDIThe ModMIDI is a modular, polychromatic MIDI keyboard designed for ergonomic performance of microtonal music. Its modular design allows keys to be removed or rearranged, enabling customizable layouts. Unlike hexagonal microtonal keyboards, ModMIDI retains a familiar keyboard format for musicians and uses a polychromatic color system where colors correspond to pitch. Creator: Emily Koh, et al, Singapore and Germany Living StringsThe Living Strings is a hybrid acoustic-digital keyboard instrument that combines a repurposed stage piano with TouchKeys multitouch sensors, piezo pickups, and custom physical string models. Vibrations from the physical keyboard and its casing are used to excite the string models, enabling a wide range of playing techniques, such as harmonics, microtonality, and muting. Creator: Palle Dahlstedt, Sweden Hacked Double TrumpetThe Hacked Double Trumpet is a fully acoustic, modular wind instrument built from two trumpets modified with 3D-printed parts and adaptors. The air distributor directs air to multiple overtone flutes or other wind instruments, allowing for a customizable setup of pipes and sound outputs. Creator: Nicolas Bras, France Dinosaur ChoirThe Dinosaur Choir recreates the vocalizations of extinct dinosaurs using CT scans, 3D fabrication, and physically-based modeling synthesis. Musicians produce sound by blowing into a mouthpiece, which drives a computational voice box and resonates through a 3D-printed reconstruction of a dinosaurs skull and nasal passages. Creators: Courtney Brown and Cezary Gajewski, United States ChromaplateThe Chromaplane is an instrument that uses two electromagnetic pickup coils to interact with a cloud of electromagnetic fields laid out in an isomorphic pattern on its flat surface. Designed in 2021 and refined in collaboration with KOMA Elektronik, it operates entirely in the analog domain, providing a responsive and polyphonic playing experience without conventional knobs or keyboards. Creators: Passepartout Duo and KOMA Elektronik, Italy and Germany 3 Axis MIDI GuitarThe 3 Axis MIDI Guitar expands on the standard XY guitar MIDI pad with a pressure-sensitive trackpad and a unique effect control system. Featuring a compact design and clear acrylic pickguard for style and demonstration, it offers control that isnt possible with a normal guitar and stereo output. Creator: Andrew Reid, United States
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  • Global engineering effects of soil invertebrates on ecosystem functions
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    Nature, Published online: 12 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-025-08594-yA meta-analysis of more than 1,000 studies reveals the global ecosystem functions provided by termites, ants and earthworms as they improve soil quality by making biogenic structures such as termite mounds, ant hills and earthworm casts.
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  • Genetic architecture in Greenland is shaped by demography, structure and selection
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    Nature, Published online: 12 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-024-08516-4We illustrate that including data from Greenlandic Inuit can greatly reduce inequity in genomic-based healthcare in Greenland and other indigenous Arctic populations.
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    .@ankokuOfficial recreated the tori-Sama bath scene from Spirited Away in Unity.Ducks breakdown: https://80.lv/articles/artist-reacreated-duck-bath-from-spirited-away-in-unity/
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    A Reddit user Flacastrexy showcased a WIP physics-based doors in Unreal Engine 5 created for a game project.Details: https://80.lv/articles/physics-constraint-based-door-in-unreal-engine-5/
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  • RT HUXLEY: The meeting between a warrior and a savior.
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    RTHUXLEYThe meeting between a warrior and a savior.
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