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This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 3 WASHINGTON - Throughout the 20th century, more than a few radical artists attacked the canvas. They ripped it from the frame, sliced it with a knife, burned holes into it and shot at it, sometimes with paint, sometimes with more lethal ammunition. Canvas became a metaphor for art and society, for the old ways of doing things, for the oppressive, immutable weight of complacency and cruelty woven into so much of the human-made world. Sam Gilliam didn't attack the canvas, he liberated it. That distinction was critical to his career, and the affection felt by so many for the artist, who died Saturday at age 88. Gilliam lived a long life, a productive one, and his artistic adventure was enormously varied and restlessly inventive. But it was work he began making in the mid- to late 1960s, using unstretched, draped canvas for which he is best known, and which secured both his entree and his … [Read more...] about Sam Gilliam never fought the canvas – he liberated it

(BPT) - Owning a home has long been an aspiration for many people across America, and one of the most effective ways to build generational wealth. Yet, due to the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates, and housing affordability concerns, including the lack of affordable housing supply, homeownership may seem out of reach for many first-time homebuyers. In addition, the United States continues to combat the legacy of decades of discriminatory housing policies and practices, which have contributed to a major homeownership gap and disparities in socioeconomic well-being among historically underserved consumers and communities. Currently, the rate of Black homeownership is 30 percentage points lower than for white households – and is as high as it’s been in the past 50 years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. “The path to affordable quality rental housing and equitable access to sustainable homeownership has never been equally accessible to all due to a … [Read more...] about Knocking down barriers for first-time homebuyers

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 3 In "Lost Illusions," an aspiring writer wends his way through a gantlet of sex workers en route to meet a second-rate publisher keeping shop in the red light district of the big city. But this isn't the story of some pulp novelist trying to get his foot in the door of 1970s Times Square. This is 19th-century Paris, as seen in this lively period piece based on Honoré de Balzac's serialized novel of 1837-1843. French director Xavier Giannoli ("Marguerite") honors the spirit of Balzac and the era but makes it clear that, if the 21st century seems like a cesspool of journalistic deceit, plus ça change, as they say in France. The more things change, the more they stay the same. The titular illusions belong to 20-year-old Lucien (Benjamin Voisin), a dashing yet naive poet who's having an affair with a married high-society woman (Cécile de France). Lucien hopes his writing talent will earn … [Read more...] about ‘Lost Illusions’ is Balzac for the 21st century

Listen to this article The Ford Escort remains one of the most successful products in the automaker's entire history. After a long and prosperous run, the Blue oval decided to phase out the moniker in favor of the Focus, its replacement which debuted in 1999. To a certain extent, the Escort is now a symbol of an era in which many buyers opted for compact hatchbacks as their first rides. Humble on the outside, the Escort has a long and glorious history to its name. During its three-decade-long life , the Escort was offered in several different hot versions. Even the most powerful of them, however, don’t come even close to the level of performance this black 1980 Escort offers. And the main reason for that is that not a single Escort ever came with a rotary engine from the factory. This vehicle started its life as a humble black Escort from the 1980 model year fitted with a 1.3-liter gasoline engine. After a long and probably very costly restoration process involving a … [Read more...] about 1980 Ford Escort With Mazda RX-8 Engine Is The Definition Of Sleeper

Listen to this article The last time we saw a new X6 test vehicle, it was wrapped nose-to-tail in BMW's black spiderweb camouflage wrap. This time around, only the front is given such treatment, suggesting a debut could be coming soon. What do we see for this mid-cycle refresh? A close analysis suggests the grille might actually shrink just a bit, or it could be the new front fascia throwing us off. The lower opening looks much narrower compared to the current model, with large corner vents possibly incorporating round driving lamps. It also appears BMW will toss some angled sections into the fascia not unlike the BMW M4 , creating what will likely be a rather busy face. Up high, it's very easy to see smaller headlights tucked in just below the hood. Gallery: BMW X6 M Facelift New Spy Photos 20 Photos That's the only bit of camouflage on this red test … [Read more...] about Facelifted BMW X6 M Spied Again Wearing Hardly Any Camouflage

A Black former elevator operator at Tesla Inc's flagship California assembly plant on Tuesday rejected a $15 million award in his lawsuit alleging racial abuse by coworkers, opening the door for a new trial after a judge slashed a $137 million jury verdict. Lawyers for Owen Diaz, who had sued Tesla in 2017, turned down the judge's award in a brief filing in federal court in San Francisco. They said in a statement that the award was unjust and would not deter future misconduct by Tesla. "In rejecting the court's excessive reduction by asking for a new trial, Mr. Diaz is again asking a jury of his peers to evaluate what Tesla did to him and to provide just compensation for the torrent of racist slurs that was directed at him," his lawyers said. Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment. U.S. District Judge William Orrick lowered the jury award, which was one of the largest of its kind in a discrimination lawsuit, to $15 million in April. He had also denied Tesla's … [Read more...] about Tesla Worker Rejects $15 Million Payout In Race Bias Lawsuit

Home Four wheelers oi-Athul By Athul Published: Tuesday, June 28, 2022, 14:06 [IST] According to recently leaked documents, the upcoming 2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza will be available in 10 variants and features a hybrid powertrain. Recently, the Indo-Japanese automaker also opened bookings for the sub-4m SUV in the country. As per these latest documents, the 2022 Brezza SUV will be available in 7 manual variants and 3 automatic variants. Manual variants in the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza include LXI, LXI (O), VXI, VXI (O), ZXI, ZXI (O), and ZXI+. On the other hand, the automatic transmission is available in VXI, ZXI, and ZXI+ trim levels. Also, the leaked documents have revealed the various specifications of the upcoming 2022 Brezza SUV. According to these documents, the upcoming 2022 Brezza is equipped with the same K15C naturally-aspirated petrol engine that powers the updated new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. … [Read more...] about 2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza Will Be Available In 10 Variants & Hybrid Powertrain

Home Two wheelers oi-Dennis Abraham James By Dennis Abraham James Updated: Tuesday, June 28, 2022, 17:25 [IST] Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has launched Scrambler Urban Motard In India. The Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard is priced at Rs 11.49 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard Specs The Ducati Scrambler Uran Motard is based on the Scrambler 800 series and its users the same mechanical parts as the rest of that lineup. Power comes from a fuel injected 803cc L-twin engine with 50mm throttle bodies that produces 71.8bhp at 8,250rpm and 66.2Nm of peak torque at 5,750rpm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears. The Scrambler Urban Motard features a hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multi-plate clutch. The Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard features a tubular steel trellis frame with a Kayaba 41mm upside down fork at the front … [Read more...] about Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard Launched At Rs 11.49 Lakh

(BPT) - Despite having asthma, Nichole Steward (pictured, right) considered herself a typical 39-­year-­old living an active life, frequently visiting the beach and participating in roller derby. Though she was surprised when she began experiencing heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue, Nichole figured that it was nothing serious and might resolve on its own. As many women do, Nichole tried to explain away her symptoms. The heart palpitations could be due to stress and caffeine, and her constant exhaustion was likely related to her asthma. But when her symptoms persisted, Nichole decided to visit her primary care provider. Her doctor initially concluded that the symptoms were likely associated with stress and anxiety. However, Nichole, remaining mindful of her family’s history of heart disease, was not ready to accept that answer, and requested additional testing and a referral to a cardiologist. Prioritizing herself In June 2018, after the testing she … [Read more...] about The Importance of Speaking Up: One Woman’s Journey to Chronic Heart Failure Diagnosis