• The origin of all things: Kyotographie 2024 – a photo essay

    The 12th annual Kyotographie photography festival features 13 exhibitions staged in striking locations across the Japanese city of Kyoto. Photographers from around the world submitted pictures on the theme of ‘source’The Kyotographie international photography festival runs until 12 MaySpring in Kyoto ushers in cherry blossom season, but it also marks the return of one of the biggest photo festivals in Asia. Kyotographie, now in its 12th year, fuses the past and present with its striking images...

  • Indie Film Release Guide: April 19th [An ONTD Original]

    This April continues to be a fairly quiet month for new films. Universal is releasing Abigail, and Lionsgate has the latest Guy Ritchie film, but those are this weekend’s two biggest releases. Meanwhile, previously released films like Civil War and Monkey Man are looking to pick up some more box office cash.The films listed are from studios other than the “Big Five” - Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros., Walt Disney Pictures, and Columbia Pictures. Note that some of the movies...

  • 7 days with Rabbit R1: 7 things it does terribly — and 7 things it does well

    I've spent seven days so far with the Rabbit R1. Here are seven things it does terribly — and seven things it does well.

  • iPhone web browser choice gets one thing right, two things wrong, say developers

    Being prompted to make an iPhone web browser choice in Europe has seen an uptick in the use of third-party apps, but not everyone is happy about it. The EU itself is investigating whether Apple’s implementation of the antitrust requirement goes far enough, and developers of third-party browsers say the process gets one thing right, and two things wrong more

  • Original Observer Photography

    From a mural in Birmingham commemorating poet Benjamin Zephaniah to the Observer’s favourite food shops: the best original photographs from the Observer commissioned in April 2024 Continue reading

  • PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS

    BY GWEN DERU | The Birmingham Times TODAY READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news! ALABAMA BLAZIN BINGO, 6 p.m. at Overtime Grill and Bar. FILM – 7 p.m. at the Sidewalk Film. LEGENDS NIGHT WITH HEATH GREEN, SUE WESTCOTT & ADAM GUTHRIE! at the Nick. BURLESQUE NIGHT at The Nick. DRAKE WHITE – THE BRIDGE TOUR at Iron City. ALABAMA BLAZIN BINGO, 6 p.m. at Overtime Grill and Bar. THIRST TRAP THURSDAY, 5 p.m. at 2400 7th Avenue South. LIVE BAND KARAOKE hosted by ELLE JAI at...

  • Intifada, the Origin of Democracy

    It’s a testament to the contradictions of our present barbarity that while the whole world recognizes that crimes against humanity, if not the crime of genocide itself, are being committed by the State of Israel against the Palestinian people, the political-economic institutions of the U.S., and their dutiful servants in government, academia, entertainment, and elsewhere, More

  • PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS

    BY GWEN DERU | THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES ENJOY NATIONAL POETRY MONTH!! TODAY READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news! THE JOE LOCKETT SHOW Live Podcast with NEPHEW CLIFF and MS. DENISE, Monday-Friday at 4 p.m. ALABAMA BLAZIN BINGO, 6 p.m. at Overtime Grill and Bar. FILM – 7 p.m. at the Sidewalk Film. […]

  • Killing dogs isn't a 'farm thing'

    South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has faced harsh public opinion over killing a family dog, but some have supported her, saying it's a "farm thing" or "hunting dog thing." Jenny Schlecht disagrees.

  • The 27 best things to do in Rome

    From Vespa tours to viewing private collections and relaxing in Roman baths, find a different side to the city at its top attractions

  • What influences Muslims have in developed countries?

    Shafaqna English | AI & HI adopted content- Muslims in developed countries have a significant influence in various aspects of society, including: 1. Cultural Diversity: Muslims contribute to the rich cultural tapestry of developed nations through their diverse traditions, cuisine, music, and art. 2. Economic Contribution: Many Muslims are active participants