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How Artists Are Responding to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine | Smart News
Protesters gather outside of Kyiv in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Chris McGrath/Getty Images On February 24, Russia officially launched its invasion of Ukraine. Exact figures are difficult to come by, but observers say the fighting has killed hundreds of Ukrainians and injured thousands more. At least half a million refugees have fled the country, seeking shelter in neighboring European countries. As the conflict stretches into its sixth day, here’s what you need to know about its impact on the cultural sphere, from canceled exhibitions to artistic protests to boycotts of Russian museums. A Clash of Cultures Eurovision, an annual international songwriting competition, has emerged as a key battleground…
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Canon’s New Image Sensor Can See in Almost-Total Darkness | Smart News
Canon’s new SPAD sensors work by amplifying a single photon that enters the sensor’s pixels into large amounts of electrical energy pulses. This allows the camera to see objects in areas with small amounts of light. Nicky Boogaard via Wikicommons under CC BY 2.0 Canon, the Japanese optical products company, is set to release a highly advanced image sensor that captures high-quality color images in near-complete darkness. Debuting in 2022, the sensor may revolutionize the digital imagining industry and pave the way for more advanced security system cameras, cameras for autonomous driving, and augmented reality, Nikkei Asia reports. Most digital cameras traditionally use a complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) image…
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Ten Hilarious Winners of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards | Smart News
Jan Piecha earned a spot as a finalist with their picture of three young raccoons, titled “Secrets.” Jan Piecha/Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Since the competition began in 2015, the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have captured some of the funniest moments in the animal kingdom. This year’s winners and finalists include a clumsy elephant mud bath, a gossiping gaggle of raccoons, and a young otter’s swimming lesson. A panel of judges reviewed thousands of submissions from photographers around the world before selecting the winners for each of the categories, including air, sea, and land animals. The winning image for the people’s choice award category is left up to members of the public. The…
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