Beautiful Art: architecture, paintings, sculptures, etc
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JFK and Jackie at a diner in Oregon, 1959. As Kennedy sat in the diner, he was a senator at the time and still relatively unknown in most parts of the country. He hadn't even officially announced that he was running for president. However, during this photo, he was on an unofficial campaign trail, and most members of the Democratic Party knew he would run. In fact, back in Washington, a "Stop Kennedy" movement was already underway from his competitors.
Throughout 1959, Kennedy traveled the length and breadth of the land, with a full schedule of speeches and public appearances, combating critics and challengers attempting to derail his bid to win the Democratic nomination. He traveled all over: the Midwest, California, attended a Cubs game, met Stan Musial (famous Cardinals baseball player), and visited a West Virginia coal factory. Interestingly, he faced smaller crowds out west, and in this photo, taken in Oregon, he was a virtual unknown.
"In Oregon," recalled photographer Jacques Lowe, who traveled with JFK for part of 1959, "Kennedy walked into a union hall to find eleven men waiting to hear him." Undeterred, according to Lowe, JFK didn't miss a step. "Without hesitation, he launched into his speech."
https://twitter.com/historyinmemes/status/1670995158085640193/photo/1
The top photo holds great historical significance as it captures a pivotal moment in medical history. Dr. Zbigniew Religa, a renowned heart surgeon, is seen resting in the photo after completing the first successful heart transplant in Poland in 1987. This groundbreaking surgery lasted a staggering 23 hours, pushing the boundaries of medical expertise and technology at the time. Despite the immense physical and mental strain of the procedure, Dr. Religa's dedication to saving lives is evident.
Interestingly, the photo also captures a glimpse of his assistant, who can be seen sleeping in the corner. This seemingly mundane detail highlights the exhaustion and demanding nature of such a complex operation, as both the surgeon and the entire surgical team worked tirelessly to achieve this medical milestone.
The bottom photo, taken 25 years later, features Tadeusz Zitkevits, the recipient of the heart transplant. It is a testament to the success of the surgery, showing that he lived a remarkable 30 years after the procedure. Tragically, Tadeusz Zitkevits passed away in 2017, outliving Dr. Religa, who had given him a new lease on life, but succumbed to his own mortality in 2009.
Together, these photos capture the triumphs and limitations of medical science, reminding us of the dedication and sacrifice required to advance the field of transplantation and improve the lives of countless individuals facing life-threatening conditions.
Elvis at The International Hotel in Las Vegas, 1969. Having failed in Vegas 13 years prior, his return to Vegas, Elvis was understandably nervous. But he had no reason for concern. He sang great, and the fan response was overwhelming. The series of concerts broke house records, drawing more than 100,000 people and grossing $1.5 million. He earned a reported $100,000 per week.
Elvis returned to Las Vegas in late 1969, playing from July to August, and then returning in January 1970. While he played all over the country in the '70s, it was Las Vegas that would forever become associated with this period of his life. The common pattern was to play Vegas for a series of concerts every January, often returning later in the year for another engagement and visiting other cities all over the country in between.
The historic idea for Elvis' return to Las Vegas was negotiated by Colonel Tom Parker and Alex Shoofey, president of the International Hotel, owned by Kirk Kerkorian. The Colonel took notes on the tablecloth as they hammered out a deal, including a proviso that if Shoofey left the hotel, the contract could be renegotiated. In 1971, Kerkorian sold the hotel to Baron Hilton, whereupon Shoofey retired, and veteran hotel executive Henry Lewin took over. Soon after, Lewin - a legendarily tough negotiator himself - was visited by the Colonel, toting the old tablecloth with, among other things, the scribbled contract renegotiation clause. Suffice it to say, Lewin made a new deal.
The new live shows were about the King himself. In other words, they were about glitter and glitz as well as musicianship. They were choreographed around his image - his arrival on the stage was dramatized, as was his departure. Elvis worked each crowd as if it would be his last. No longer the supercharged Hillbilly Cat, Elvis was now a consummate professional: smooth, powerful, and passionate, already seeming more myth than man.
Elvis had an intuitive feeling for what his audience wanted to hear. The order of the songs was strictly Elvis' choice, though he welcomed suggestions from his musicians. There were surprisingly few special effects and little emphasis on production values. Elvis was the show.
Throughout 1959, Kennedy traveled the length and breadth of the land, with a full schedule of speeches and public appearances, combating critics and challengers attempting to derail his bid to win the Democratic nomination. He traveled all over: the Midwest, California, attended a Cubs game, met Stan Musial (famous Cardinals baseball player), and visited a West Virginia coal factory. Interestingly, he faced smaller crowds out west, and in this photo, taken in Oregon, he was a virtual unknown.
"In Oregon," recalled photographer Jacques Lowe, who traveled with JFK for part of 1959, "Kennedy walked into a union hall to find eleven men waiting to hear him." Undeterred, according to Lowe, JFK didn't miss a step. "Without hesitation, he launched into his speech."
https://twitter.com/historyinmemes/status/1670995158085640193/photo/1
The top photo holds great historical significance as it captures a pivotal moment in medical history. Dr. Zbigniew Religa, a renowned heart surgeon, is seen resting in the photo after completing the first successful heart transplant in Poland in 1987. This groundbreaking surgery lasted a staggering 23 hours, pushing the boundaries of medical expertise and technology at the time. Despite the immense physical and mental strain of the procedure, Dr. Religa's dedication to saving lives is evident.
Interestingly, the photo also captures a glimpse of his assistant, who can be seen sleeping in the corner. This seemingly mundane detail highlights the exhaustion and demanding nature of such a complex operation, as both the surgeon and the entire surgical team worked tirelessly to achieve this medical milestone.
The bottom photo, taken 25 years later, features Tadeusz Zitkevits, the recipient of the heart transplant. It is a testament to the success of the surgery, showing that he lived a remarkable 30 years after the procedure. Tragically, Tadeusz Zitkevits passed away in 2017, outliving Dr. Religa, who had given him a new lease on life, but succumbed to his own mortality in 2009.
Together, these photos capture the triumphs and limitations of medical science, reminding us of the dedication and sacrifice required to advance the field of transplantation and improve the lives of countless individuals facing life-threatening conditions.
Elvis at The International Hotel in Las Vegas, 1969. Having failed in Vegas 13 years prior, his return to Vegas, Elvis was understandably nervous. But he had no reason for concern. He sang great, and the fan response was overwhelming. The series of concerts broke house records, drawing more than 100,000 people and grossing $1.5 million. He earned a reported $100,000 per week.
Elvis returned to Las Vegas in late 1969, playing from July to August, and then returning in January 1970. While he played all over the country in the '70s, it was Las Vegas that would forever become associated with this period of his life. The common pattern was to play Vegas for a series of concerts every January, often returning later in the year for another engagement and visiting other cities all over the country in between.
The historic idea for Elvis' return to Las Vegas was negotiated by Colonel Tom Parker and Alex Shoofey, president of the International Hotel, owned by Kirk Kerkorian. The Colonel took notes on the tablecloth as they hammered out a deal, including a proviso that if Shoofey left the hotel, the contract could be renegotiated. In 1971, Kerkorian sold the hotel to Baron Hilton, whereupon Shoofey retired, and veteran hotel executive Henry Lewin took over. Soon after, Lewin - a legendarily tough negotiator himself - was visited by the Colonel, toting the old tablecloth with, among other things, the scribbled contract renegotiation clause. Suffice it to say, Lewin made a new deal.
The new live shows were about the King himself. In other words, they were about glitter and glitz as well as musicianship. They were choreographed around his image - his arrival on the stage was dramatized, as was his departure. Elvis worked each crowd as if it would be his last. No longer the supercharged Hillbilly Cat, Elvis was now a consummate professional: smooth, powerful, and passionate, already seeming more myth than man.
Elvis had an intuitive feeling for what his audience wanted to hear. The order of the songs was strictly Elvis' choice, though he welcomed suggestions from his musicians. There were surprisingly few special effects and little emphasis on production values. Elvis was the show.
This is a fantastic picture, really.
PERLOU
The Living Force
À Shenzhen, près de Hong Kong , des dizaines de drones se sont animés, parfaitement synchronisés pour faire vivre un immense dragon dans le ciel. Un superbe spectacle pour les habitants de la ville. Dans le reste du pays, des courses de bateaux à l’effigie des animaux légendaires sont organisées. Cet événement, appelé « Duanwu » en chinois, est l’une des fêtes les plus importantes en Chine.Le rendu est vraiment très impressionnant !
In Shenzhen, near Hong Kong, dozens of drones came to life, perfectly synchronized to bring a huge dragon to life in the sky. A superb spectacle for the inhabitants of the city. In the rest of the country, boat races with the effigy of legendary animals are organized. This event, called "Duanwu" in Chinese, is one of the most important festivals in China. The rendering is really very impressive!
In Shenzhen, near Hong Kong, dozens of drones came to life, perfectly synchronized to bring a huge dragon to life in the sky. A superb spectacle for the inhabitants of the city. In the rest of the country, boat races with the effigy of legendary animals are organized. This event, called "Duanwu" in Chinese, is one of the most important festivals in China. The rendering is really very impressive!
Happy Poo
Jedi Master
AI is STS, it's worrying people are getting so enamoured with it
