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Front Page: The New York Times, Monday April 3, 2023

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A Presidential Candidate and a City Brace for a Consequential Week

Donald J. Trump addressing supporters last month at a rally in Waco, Texas. He will be arraigned on Tuesday in Manhattan.
CREDITCHRISTOPHER LEE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

Donald Trump and his campaign spent the weekend making plans for his arrest, and how to capitalize on it, while officials in New York prepared for potential turmoil.

Trump Flourishes in the Glare of His Indictment

Donald Trump addressing supporters during a rally in Waco, Texas, in March.
CREDITCHRISTOPHER LEE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

The former president’s appetite for attention has been fundamental to his identity for decades. Where others may focus on the hazards of a criminal case, he raises money, promotes his campaign and works to reduce the case to a cliffhanging spectacle.

Louisiana State Wins N.C.A.A. Women’s Title With Rout of Clark and Iowa

Angel Reese starred and talked trash as her Tigers held Caitlin Clark and Iowa at bay in a 102-85 victory.

A Front Company and a Fake Identity: How the U.S. Came to Use Spyware It Was Trying to Kill.

The Biden administration has been trying to choke off use of hacking tools made by the Israeli firm NSO. It turns out that not every part of the government has gotten the message.

Architecture, Buildings, Home Design, Previews, Reviews

Preview: Architectural Record – April 2023

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Architectural Record (April 2023) – Record Houses showcases eight exceptional residential projects across the United States and farther afield.

Rodolfo Machado and Jorge Silvetti Pay Tribute to the Late Rafael Viñoly

The Viñoly-designed Carrasco International Airport

The founders of Boston-based Machado Silvetti look back on their decades-spanning friendship with the celebrated Uruguayan architect.

Arts & Literature, Classical Music, Concerts, Performing Arts, Videos

Music Concerts: Croatian Classical Guitarist Zoran Dukić In San Francisco

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Omni Foundation (March 26, 2023) – The Omni Foundation presents Croatian guitar virtuoso Zoran Dukić. This performance was filmed in front of a live audience at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in San Francisco on January 28, 2023.

PROGRAM:

  • Siciliana, BWV 1001 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750)
  • Invierno Porteño by Astor Piazzolla (1933-1990)
  • Andante, BWV 1003 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750)
  • Adios Nonino by Astor Piazzolla (1933-1990)
  • Largo, BWV 1005 by ohann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750)
  • La Muerte del Angel by Astor Piazzolla (1933-1990)
  • Sarabanda, BWV 1004 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750)
Analysis, Business, Economics, Housing, Reviews, Videos

Rent Inflation: The Rise Of New ‘Luxury’ Apartments

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CNBC (April 2, 2023) – An apartment building boom is unfolding in cities across the U.S. Many of the new units come with “luxury” amenities, like pools and fast-access to transportation. Experts say the uptick in supply is welcome news, but won’t ease rent inflation anytime soon.

Chapters: 0:00 — Introduction 1:09 — Chapter 1: “Luxury” 5:42 — Chapter 2: Policy 9:55 — Chapter 3: Increasing supply

As a result, many cities remain stuck in a price-elevating housing shortage. Washington lawmakers are now scrutinizing regulations that slow the pace of homebuilding, in an attempt to slow rent inflation.

Animals, Nature, Travel, Videos, Views, Wildlife

Views: Bison In Antelope Island State Park, Utah

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CBS Sunday Morning (April 2, 2023) – We leave you this Sunday morning with Bison still enjoying the snow at Utah’s Antelope Island. Videographer: Lee McEachern.

Antelope Island State Park in Utah is home to free-ranging bison, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn (antelope), and many other desert animals. Millions of birds congregate along the shores surrounding the island, offering unparalleled opportunities for birding. Year-round Interpretive opportunities round out the Antelope Island experience.

Culture, Events, Reviews, Traditions, Travel, Videos, Views

Events: ‘Il Ballo del Doge’ Masquerade Ball In Venice

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CBS Sunday Morning (April 2, 2023) – The opulence of a masked ball in the Italian city of Venice during Carnival must be seen to be believed. Correspondent Seth Doane joins revelers, including a couple who traveled from Florida to attend a lavish costume party, “Il Ballo del Doge”; and talks with designer Antonia Sautter, who has created ever-more extravagant costumes for this Venetian tradition dating back centuries.

Analysis, Climate, Reviews, Videos, Weather

Weather: Why Tornadoes Hit U.S. Midwest & South

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DW News (April 2, 2023) – At least 21 people have been killed and many more injured as storms batter the South and Midwest. Authorities in Arkansas have declared an emergency after multiple tornadoes tore through the state.

Infografik - Anatomy of a tornado

Tornadoes develop from severe thunderstorms in warm, moist, unstable air along and ahead of cold fronts. Such thunderstorms also may generate large hail and damaging winds. When intense springtime storm systems produce large, persistent areas that support tornado development, major outbreaks can occur.

Animals, Cities, Photography, Travel, Videos, Views, Wildlife

Small Town Nature: Red Squirrels Thriving In UK

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BBC Earth (April 2, 2023) – Red squirrel populations are declining in the UK, with deadly diseases such as squirrelpox threatening their survival. But in the small town of Formby, people are coming together to help secure their future.

Hosted by wildlife presenter Hannah Stitfall (@hannahstitfall via IG).

News, Podcasts, Politics, Stories

Sunday Morning: Stories From London And Zürich

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April 2, 2023: Emma Nelson is joined by Enrico Franceschini, Vincent McAviney in Zürich and Tyler Brûlé in Tokyo.

Art, Arts & Literature, Exhibitions, Museums, Previews, Reviews, Videos

Art Exhibitions: ‘HILMA AF KLINT & PIET MONDRIAN – FORMS OF LIFE’ At The Tate

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Tate Modern – Explore the powerful work of two groundbreaking modern artists, a unique chance to discover the visionary work of Swedish painter Hilma af Klint and experience Dutch painter Piet Mondrian’s influential art in a new light.

Hilma af Klint The Ten Largest, Group IV No.2, Childhood 1907 Hilma af Klint Foundation

Although they never met, af Klint and Mondrian both invented their own languages of abstract art rooted in nature. At the heart of both of their artistic journeys was a shared desire to understand the forces behind life on earth.

HILMA AF KLINT & PIET MONDRIANFORMS OF LIFE

20 APRIL – 3 SEPTEMBER 2023

Hilma af Klint and Piet Mondrian: Forms of Life by Nabila Abdel Nabi | Goodreads

Best known for his abstract work, Mondrian in fact began his career – like af Klint – as a landscape painter. Alongside Mondrian’s iconic grids, you will see the rarely exhibited paintings of flowers he continued to create throughout his life. Also on display will be enigmatic works by af Klint in which natural forms become a pathway to abstraction.

Both artists shared an interest in new ideas in spirituality, scientific discovery and philosophy. Af Klint was also a medium, and this exhibition showcases the large-scale, otherworldly masterpieces she believed were commissioned by higher powers.

News, Views and Reviews For The Intellectually Curious