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New business wanted

Last week Krijn and I decided to cancel performance.now() 2021. Although it was the right decision it leaves me in financially fairly dire straits. So I’m looking for new jobs and/or donations.

Even though the Corona trends in NL look good, and we could probably have brought 350 people together in November, we cannot be certain: there might be a new flare-up. More serious is the fact that it’s very hard to figure out how to apply the Corona checks Dutch government requires, especially for non-EU citizens. We couldn’t figure out how UK and US people should be tested, and for us that was the straw that broke the camel’s back. Cancelling the conference relieved us of a lot of stress.

Still, it also relieved me of a lot of money. This is the fourth conference in a row we cannot run, and I have burned through all my reserves. That’s why I thought I’d ask for help.

So ...

Has QuirksMode.org ever saved you a lot of time on a project? Did it advance your career? If so, now would be a great time to make a donation to show your appreciation.

I am trying my hand at CSS coaching. Though I had only few clients so far I found that I like it and would like to do it more. As an added bonus, because I’m still writing my CSS for JavaScripters book I currently have most of the CSS layout modules in my head and can explain them straight away — even stacking contexts.

Or if there’s any job you know of that requires a technical documentation writer with a solid knowledge of web technologies and the browser market, drop me a line. I’m interested.

Anyway, thanks for listening.




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U.S. firm to upskill poor women in employable sectors

Mohit Malik, COO, GSPANN Technologies, said the centre would also train the youth from the community in various employability-driven technical skills.




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Nirdiganta: A first-of-its-kind incubation centre for theatre 

Actor Prakash Raj’s innovative incubator for theatre and arts offers a comprehensive production process, stipends for actors/techs, lodging, kitchen and tech support. It also plans to promote fine arts and film in the future.




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Prakash Raj on creating ‘Nirdiganta’, an incubation centre for theatre, and getting back on stage 

Actor Prakash Raj says fans will soon get to see him perform live on stage




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Endemic birds of the Western Ghats in art

Artist Ragavan Suresh creates scientific watercolour drawings of endemic birds of the Western Ghats, endangered animals, and orchids to draw attention towards conservation



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Govt. hiding behind private firm instead of solving Dharani issues: Kishan Reddy




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IISc study reveals that picolinic acid can block viruses causing SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A

The study describes the compound’s remarkable ability to disrupt the entry of enveloped viruses into the host’s cell and prevent infection




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Director Sai Rajesh: ‘Baby’ has been a learning experience; henceforth I will be more cautious in my writing

Sai Rajesh, the writer-director of the Telugu romantic drama ‘Baby’ that has been eliciting extreme responses, says he did not intend to make a toxic film




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Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media to launch ‘Hiranyakashyap’ movie, ‘Minnal Murali’ comic and more at San Diego Comic-Con 2023

Actor-producer Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media debuts at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 by announcing the mythological film ‘Hiranyakashyap’ and comic based on the superhero film ‘Minnal Murali’ 




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Big Kannada films fail to keep the promise while fans snub small gems




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After a dull six months, Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare brings cheer to Kannada film industry

 After a memorable 2022, the industry suffered a slump in the first half of this year with only Daredevil Musthafa providing a consolation




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Ram Charan launches the massy trailer of Chiranjeevi’s ‘Bholaa Shankar’

Ram Charan unveils the trailer of his father and superstar Chiranjeevi’s ‘Bholaa Shankar’, directed by Meher Ramesh and also featuring Tamannaah Bhatia, Keerthy Suresh and Sushanth




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Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway was opened in haste, says CM Siddaramaiah




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Carry out Uppal corridor repairs: BJP




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NIA arrests man from Hyderabad in connection with terror module 




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A newly-opened pizzeria brings Kundapuri ghee roast paneer and Kerala chicken roast flavours in pizzas

Dollops of sherry leek or fresh arugula? Choose your pick from artisanal pizzas and sauces made from scratch at the newly-opened pizzeria




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A curriculum shove at ISB focuses on a leadership model based on ancient Indian wisdom

Sharing an insight into the concept of ‘Beingful leadership’, Ram Nidumolu holds forth on how ancient wisdom models inform this futuristic concept and are relevant to modern managers



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Ram Mohan Library: A 120-year-old treasure trove of books in Vijayawada

At a time when libraries are losing their sheen owing to a lack of patronage, the century-old Ram Mohan Library in Vijaywada continues to attract book lovers to its vast collection of books and its illustrious history




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Library rooted in Gandhian principles turns a boon to book lovers in Andhra Pradesh

Home to over 35,000 books on various subjects, the Sarada Grandhalaya at Anakapalle has been serving society for over eight decades




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Man, wife bludgeon mother to death over property row




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India’s first fuel outlet operated by woman convicts inaugurated in Chennai

About 30 woman prisoners will be employed in this petrol outlet in day shift and about 17 men prisoners on the night shift with a salary of ₹6,000 a month




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Parental behaviour closely associated with adolescents’ excessive Internet use, finds NIMHANS study

The study showed that decreased care and increased control from the mother, high autonomy from father and increased rejection from both parents as risk factors associated with adolescent internet excessive use




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Chandrayaan-3 gets closer to Moon after fourth orbit reduction manoeuvre

The manoeuvre was performed from ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) in Bengaluru. The spacecraft is now just 177 km away from the moon.




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JD Chakravarthy: I knew from day one that we were on to something big with ‘Dayaa’

Actor J D Chakravarthy, revelling in the reception to his Telugu web series ‘Dayaa’, says he and director Pavan Sadineni would have almost not worked with each other




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Pedestrian killed in Bengaluru




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Tales of food and how it brings people together 

Celebrating the spirit of togetherness, artist students have curated an exhibition titled, ‘Savouring Connections: How Food Brings Us Together’ at Karl and Meherbai Khandalavala Gallery, CSMVS museum




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69th National Film Awards: ‘RRR’, ‘Pushpa - The Rise’ lead as Telugu films grab 10 awards; Allu Arjun is best actor

S.S. Rajamouli’s ‘RRR’ bagged six awards, followed by ‘Pushpa - The Rise’, ‘Uppena’ and ‘Konda Polam’ at the 69th National Film Awards. Allu Arjun won the award for best actor, while ‘RRR’ was declared the best popular film for providing wholesome entertainment




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‘Gandeevadhari Arjuna’ movie review: Slick and well intended, albeit tepidly

Along with noble intentions, director Praveen Sattaru and actor Varun Tej’s slick Telugu thriller drama ‘Gandeevadhari Arjuna’ needed a smarter script




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‘Bedurulanka 2012’ movie review: A quirky social satire that’s partly amusing, partly patience testing

Written and directed by first-timer Clax, the Telugu dramedy ‘Bedurulanka 2012,’ starring Kartikeya Gummakonda and Neha Shetty, is an indie-spirited narrative that’s delightful in parts 




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Director Shiva Nirvana: ‘Kushi’ will discuss something beyond post-marriage romance, which we have not revealed in the trailer

Ahead of the release of Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s ‘Kushi’, director Shiva Nirvana opens up on the Mani Ratnam influence and how he was never inclined to direct romances initially




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Spellbound in class

With Miss Premila on leave, we got Miss Willa. But she was so peculiar she sent chills down our spines.




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Manoje Nath | Some blunt truths from a top cop

Tales from Banana Republic by Manoje Nath, former Director-General of Police, Bihar, offers a collection of stories that describe the complex interplay of power in politics and governance




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Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They call him OG’ promises to be a stylish action extravaganza

The teaser of director Sujeeth and Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They call him OG’ reveals an action entertainer set in Mumbai




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Rare handscrolls of artist Benode Behari Mukherjee on show in Kochi

The exhibition, organised by the Kolkata Centre for Creativity along with the Kerala Lalithakala Akademi and Gallery Rasa, pays tribute to artist Benode Behari Mukherjee, one of the pioneers of Indian modern art




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Anushka Shetty on ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’: The simplest of stories can be tough to narrate

Actor Anushka Shetty talks about her new Telugu film ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’, signing her first Malayalam film ‘Kathanar’ and why she felt the need to pause and reboot




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An ongoing trunk show in Coimbatore showcases luxury fashion brands

Leading design houses from across the country showcase their collections at an ongoing trunk show




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Ram Pothineni, Boyapati Sreenu’s ‘Skanda’ gets a new release date

Director Boyapati Sreenu’s ‘Skanda’ headlined by Ram Pothineni, has opted for a new release date, as the buzz of the postponement of Prashanth Neel’s ‘Salaar’ starring Prabhas grows louder




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Venkatesh Maha: After three years, crowdfunding seemed the best option for ‘Marmaanuvu’

Director Venkatesh Maha talks about taking the crowdfunding route for his new Telugu film ‘Marmaanuvu’ asserting he will not let down the film-loving audience




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‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’ movie review: Anushka Shetty, Naveen Polishetty shoulder a simple urban romance with fun moments

Naveen Polishetty’s flair for humour and Anushka Shetty’s restrained act work but the simple, predictable ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’ needed more emotional heft




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Decomposed body of woman found at construction site near Hyderabad




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September rejig: It’s advantage small films after ‘Salaar’ postpones its release

With ‘Salaar’ deferring its September 28 release date and ‘Skanda’ vying for that long weekend, a bunch of smaller Telugu films are poised to release in the preceding weekends




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Zonal misclassification: Government waives ₹240 crore property tax penalty levied by BBMP

Penalty was levied for zonal misclassification while paying property tax online




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Tharun Bhascker’s crime comedy ‘Keedaa Cola’, presented by Rana Daggubati, announces its release date

Actor-director Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam’s Telugu crime comedy ‘Keeda Cola’, presented by Rana Daggubati, will arrive in theatres in November




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Rakshit Shetty: We believed that ‘Sapta Sagaradaache Ello’ will find takers in Telugu

Ahead of the release of ‘Sapta Sagaralu Dhaati’, the Telugu version of the Kannada romance saga ‘Sapta Sagaradhaache Ello’, Rakshit Shetty, Hemanth Rao and Rukmini Vasanth assert that they believed their film would travel far and wide




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Watch | Inside Hyderabad’s first train-themed restaurant

A video on Pariwar Foodexpress, the first train-themed restaurant at any railway station in Telangana 




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Sikkil Gurucharan’s heartfelt tribute to his guru and grandmother Sikkil Neela

A well-known Carnatic vocalist, Gurucharan shares memories of growing up with his legendary flautist-grandmother, who honed his musical skills




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META Award winner Hunkaro is back in Bengaluru

The idea of the play came about with the disturbing realisation that the lockdown reduced not only the attention span of people but also the capacity and need to listen




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Elaborate arrangements made for Ganesh idol immersion in Hyderabad: KCR




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Naga cuisine, an artsy deli, a chocolate nook: Mumbai’s three new cafés

A three-table Naga restaurant, an artsy deli in a 1940s Art Deco mansion and a new chocolate nook: here are three new cafés to check out in Mumbai




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‘Our goal was to bring intelligent conversations to Hyderabad’

Since 2005 Manthan as a platform succeeded in hosting 450 speakers in their monthly events, and about 65 speakers at the annual Samvaad