Tony Carey - The First Day Of Summer Photo A man fished at Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, on Monday morning, the first day of summer. Credit George Etheredge/The New York Times
On Monday, help us document the longest day of the year, and the first day of summer, by sharing your photos of New York City.
We want you to share photos of your morning run or your first summer sunset and the events in between. We are not looking for summery selfies; we want to see your view of the world around you, from dawn to dusk.
Please post your photos on Instagram with the hashtag #NYTsummerday. Make sure to include the time and the location in your caption. We plan to publish a selection of photos on nytimes.com, in print and on social media. If we decide to publish your picture, we will follow up to ask you a few questions.
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Please note: The picture you post must be one that you took yourself on June 20, 2016, in New York City.
Summer Solstice Guided Meditation By Lilian Eden - - Powerful, Unique, Transformative Time --
LOS ANGELES --
This year"s summer solstice on Monday brings a special event, as it coincides with the full strawberry moon for the first time in nearly 70 years.
The summer solstice is the day with the most amount of sunshine as the sun will reach the highest point throughout the course of the year.
Despite its name, the strawberry moon will glow more of a warm amber color than pink or red.
The Old Farmer"s Almanac"s Bob Berman explained, "The sun gets super high so this moon must be super-low. Even at its loftiest at 1 a.m., it"s downright wimpy-low. This forces its light through thicker air, which also tends to be humid this time of year, and the combination typically makes it amber colored."
The phenomenon has several different names throughout the world, but the most common include the strawberry moon, rose moon and honey moon.
The strawberry moon received its name from Native American Algonquin tribes, which knew it as the signal to collect ripe fruit, according to the Old Farmer"s Almanac.
The last time a full moon landed on the summer solstice was in 1948, the Old Farmer"s Almanac reported.
You can watch the strawberry moon courtesy of the Old Farmer"s Almanac and Slooh.
Happy Father"s Day, Beautiful Father"s day Message from Son/daughter
Pendant la confrence NEXT qui se tient San Fracisco, Google a confirm quil allait bel et bien laisser aux dveloppeurs tiers laccs au Google Cloud Speech API. Pour linstant, il nest lanc quen aperu limit.
Cet API (application program interface) permet de retranscrire les paroles en texte.Jusquici, les dveloppeurs dapplications ont surtout utilis les logiciels de la compagnie Nuance. Google vient donc de faucher lherbe sous le pied cette dernire.
LAPI de Google est lune des plus dveloppes qui soit accessible aujourdhui. Elle reconnat plus de 80 langues, dialectes compris. Un bon service rendu aux dveloppeurs rgionaux.De plus, son moteur speech-to-text est relativement efficace et prcis. LAPI est dautant plus efficace grce au machine learning et aux rseaux neuronaux. Ainsi, le service devrait marcher mme dans les environnements bruyants.
Laccs ce service serait gratuit pour le moment, ce qui rduit quasiment nant la comptition. La compagnie finira sans aucun doute par facturer son service mais entend pour linstant laisser les utilisateurs shabituer son interface. Le marketing dans toute sa splendeur.
Happy Fathers day Greetings & Wishes from son & daughter 2016
SUN CITY, Ariz. A new Starbucks is coming to Sun City along Grand Avenue.
A developer won approval for the project at the corner of Grand and 10th avenues Oct. 30, according to Maricopa County Deputy Director of Planning and Development Darren Gerard, although the applicant, listed as 107th and Grand, LLC, is still in the process of obtaining a building permit.
They have an approved site plan, Gerard said Monday.
The new Starbucks will include a drive-thru. The lane will funnel drivers off southeast-bound Grand Avenue and around the building, bringing them back out next to the entrance. Drivers will have the option of exiting back onto Grand or proceeding to the back of the parking lot, exiting onto southbound 107th and making a U-turn, according to the site plan.
The coffeehouse would go up on property now occupied by a former gas station and auto-repair center that has been abandoned for over two years and became something of a community eyesore, according to Sun City Homeowners Association director Jim Powell.
Weve been worried about that corner for years. Its a main thoroughfare. We had transients living there. There was graffiti on the building. We think thats (Starbucks) a big addition. Were really happy about it. And, Im not a coffee drinker, Powell added with a chuckle.
It would be the Seattle-based coffeehouse companys second free-standing location in Sun City, joining one on Bell Road between Boswell Boulevard and 99th Avenue. An in-store Starbucks kiosk is located within both the Frys supermarket at 107th and Grand avenues and Safeway in the Bell Camino Center on Bell Road west of Del Webb Boulevard.
A call and email to Starbucks Seattle offices were not immediately returned.
Marinos Service Center operated for more than 35 years at the Grand and 107th avenues corner before closing Aug. 14, 2013. The most recent owner was Paul Taccone, a Roseville, Calif., mortgage company representative.
Underground fuel-storage tanks were removed from the property April 2. At the time, Cynthia Ribitzki-Davis, an underground tank inspector with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, said the containers had been there since the mid 1980s. Jacob Avila, a deputy Arizona state fire marshal, said at the time of removal, there appeared to be no leaks.
From what I could see, there were none, he said.
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NBA Finals - Cleveland Cavaliers F Richard Jefferson talks Curry, LeBron James
Richard Jefferson #24, LeBron James #23, Tristan Thompson #13 and Channing Frye #9 of the Cleveland Cavaliers sit on the bench during Game 2 of the 2016 NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on June 5, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Richard Jefferson writes letter to Cavs fans: We need you now more thanever
Richard Jefferson #24, LeBron James #23, Tristan Thompson #13 and Channing Frye #9 of the Cleveland Cavaliers sit on the bench during Game 2 of the 2016 NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on June 5, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND Richard Jefferson isnt new to the stress of the NBA Finals. Hes been there before in his 15-year NBA career.
But now, the Cavaliers are preparing for Game 6 against the Warriors.
This is the game that will make or break their season.
And Richard Jefferson isnt taking that lightly.
In a letter published on The Players Tribune the same place Kobe announced his retirement Jefferson wrote a heartfelt letter to Cavs fans, saying the team needs them now more than ever.
He starts off talking about the fame Lil Kev has gotten in the last few weeks, something that started out as a joke between teammates. Something funny that brought the team together and made them stronger than ever.
He wrote the letter Wednesday night, just about 24 hours before the start of Game 6.
Right now Im at my computer. Im wired. Its the night before the biggest game of my career and probably the biggest game in Cavs history. Im finding it hard to relax and wind down. All I can think about is the sound of the Q on Thursday night. The last home game of the season.
Jefferson makes sure to mention that a lot of their success is thanks to LeBron.
And Jefferson doesnt care if youre a LeBron fan or not.
Bron has something Ive never seen. The way he says follow me and Ill take you there with actions, more than words, is like no one else Ive ever played with. Hes the kind of leader who makes you want to carry the weight too. I feel indebted to him. We all do.
He ends with a statement about the Finals and how much he knows they mean to this city. He knows that Thursday night is the biggest night of the season foreveryone.
This has been one h**l of a ride. Lets keep it going.
Beautiful Video - Happy Father"s Day Wishes , Greetings, whatsapp video, sms, quotes
New dads, old dads, grandpa"s, father-in-law, stepdads and all types. There has to be thousands of different types of dads out there, and without a doubt, there are more than a thousand reasons to honor them this Father"s Day. There are tons of gift options out there but your heartfelt words is the most special of all.
If you"re stuck on what to write or say to your dad on Father"s Day, this list of quotes can help you get in the right head space. You"ll find great quotes, messages, sayings and more in this guide. So without further ado check out these best 40 sayings for your grandfather on this special holiday.
1. "Our family is what it is because of who you are. The influence that you have had in our lives has been so positive, so wonderful, and so perfect that we have all thrived because of you. Thank you! We love you! Hope that your Fathers Day is totally awesome just like you!"
2. "My life is full of wonderful memories of things you done for me. Grandpa, youre a beautiful person and I love you endlessly! Happy Fathers Day!"
3. "With you, Grandpa, the fun just doesnt stop! You are soooo cool! Happy Fathers Day! I love you!"
4. "If anyone needs to know the basics of being a fantastic grandfather, they should look to you. Youve been doing for a long time and you know exactly what to do! Happy Fathers Day, Granddad!"
5. "Im glad to have a grandpa in my life who I can think of to feel joy any day or any night. I love you, Grandpa! Happy Fathers Day!"
6. "I never want you to think that you are not thought about or loved. In fact, I cant STOP thinking about you and loving you. Its impossible! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
7. "I may not be the biggest kid, and I may not be very tall. But one thing that I am, is the luckiest kid of all! Happy Fathers Day, Great-Grandpop!"
8. "I love helping you! Thanks for the gig! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
9. "I couldnt be the most wonderful granddaughter on the planet if I didnt have the most wonderful grandfather on the planet! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
10. "I am so blessed to share my life with grandfather as wonderful as you! Happy Fathers Day, Granddad!"
11. "Hope you dont mind my dropping in to say, Happy, Happy Fathers Day!! May your day be great like you, Granddad!"
12. "Having a great-grandfather like you means having a heart full of happiness, great moments, and so much more! Happy Fathers Day, Great-Grandpa!"
13. "Happy Fathers Day, Grandfather! You are the picture of wonderful!"
14. "Grandpas always have the most awesome houses! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa! When can I come to visit again!??!"
15. "Did you feel that?? That was a big hug from me to you! Hope your Fathers Day is full of hugs, peace, and joy! Happy Fathers Day, Granddad!"
16. "Because of you, Grandpa, my life has had so many happily-ever-after moments. Thank you! Happy Fathers Day To My Wonderful Grandfather!"
17. "You are a very unique part of my life. Im so grateful for that! Happy Fathers Day To My Wonderful Great-Grandfather!"
18. "Wishing you a joyous Fathers Day, Grandpa! You deserve every marvelous moment!"
19. "Grandpas have such an important role in the life of a child. Grandpas are the perfect ones to call when parents just dont understand or when you just need a smile. Thank you for all of those times! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
20. "I thank you, Grandpa, for being the terrific person that you are. I have the utmost respect, honor, and love for you! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
21. "Great times and grandpas just go hand-in-hand! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
22. "Everybody knows that youre the best granddad in the world! Lucky, lucky me! Happy Fathers Day, Granddad!"
23. "A man of honor and a man of his word. Youre someone that we can all look up to, love, and appreciate. My grandfather is not only a fantastic grandfather, hes a fantastic gentleman! Happy Fathers Day, Grandpa!"
24. "Looking for a special hug today? Heres a great big one for a great-grandfather coming your way! Happy Fathers Day, Great-Grandpa!"
25. "I have the biggest treasury of beautiful moments saved up in my heart and mind because of you! Happy Fathers Day, Granddad!"
Check out these 10 sayings courtesy of Hallmark:
1. Youll always have your own special place in my heart, Papa.
2. Happy Fathers Day to the best grandpa in the world!
3. I hope I can create as many good memories for my grandchildren as you have given me.
4. No matter how much time goes by, I treasure my memories of times spent with you, and I still look forward to all our times together.
5. For teaching me to fish, to make campfires and to always be kind, thanks Grandpa!
6. I hope you know how much I admire the man you are, Grandpa.
7. Youve taught me so much without saying a word.
8. Grandpa, your influence has shaped me in lasting ways.
9. Ive always felt so blessed to have a grandpa like you.
10. Have you noticed that pretty much everything we do together leads to ice cream? Not that Im complaining. Have a sweet Fathers Day. Love you, Grandpa!
And another five quotes just in case the 35 above don"t suit your needs.
1. "Great fathers get promoted to grandfathers."
2. "A grandfather is someone with silver in his hair and gold in his heart."
3. "Grandfathers are for loving and fixing things."
4. "...There is no grandfather who does not adore his grandson." - Victor Hugo
NBA Finals Game 7: Golden State Warriors vs Cleveland Cavaliers
OAKLAND, Calif. -- I predicted Warriors in seven before the series, mostly out of respect for LeBron James and his ability to be the most dominant force on the floor throughout a long series. Just as he did last year without Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love, James is so good in these moments that, with just a little help, he"d be able to take the series the distance.
That has certainly held true. The other part of the equation has not, and that would be the part about the Warriors being the better team in every other area.
During a record-breaking, 73-win regular season? Yes. Throughout the postseason, when they"ve switched gears between coasting against the Rockets and Blazers to having to dig deep against the Thunder? Absolutely.
For the first two games of the Finals, which they won at home by a combined 48 points? Yep, then, too.
But as a certain champion named Phil Jackson used to say, these things turn on a trifle. And in dropping three of the last four to the Cavs to set the stage for an epic Game 7 on Sunday, the Warriors have run into a minefield of factors that wouldn"t be enough on their own to derail their quest for back-to-back titles -- but that, together, spell trouble.
When we got started nearly three weeks ago, the Warriors had the advantage almost everywhere else but where LeBron was concerned. The longer the series has gone, the more those advantages have eroded -- and the more pronounced James" influence has become.
The Warriors were by far the better defensive team, the better transition team, the better jump-shooting team. After coming back from a 3-1 deficit against the Thunder, their confidence was at an all-time high -- and that"s saying something for a team that won 73 games in the regular season.
But LeBron, with timely help from Kyrie Irving and Tristan Thompson, has been so dominant and forceful in this series that he"s caused the Warriors to unravel. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson always give the Warriors a chance due to their shot-making, but their shots are not nearly the quality ones they"re used to getting. And shots are harder to make when you"re uncomfortable -- and the Cavs have made the Warriors very uncomfortable over the past two games.
Never mind the thrown mouthpieces and Twitter rampages; Golden State also is coming apart physically. Andrew Bogut doesn"t play much, but he"s important when he does. He"s gone. Andre Iguodala -- the key to the Warriors" comeback from a 2-1 deficit to beat Cleveland last year -- could barely walk out of the locker room on Thursday night. Curry has to wear so much tape on his right knee that he looks like a mummy. In good times and bad, the one thing the Warriors have been able to fall back on has been their vaunted "Death Lineup," when they go small with Draymond Green at center. With Bogut out, Steve Kerr started that way in Game 6, and the lineup got outscored 27-9.
LeBron has the Warriors right where he wants them. USATSI
All of this has conspired to put the Warriors in an unthinkable position. Having come back themselves from a 3-1 deficit in the Western Conference finals, they now face the possibility of becoming the first team in Finals history to blow a 3-1 lead.
But would it really be unthinkable, considering the force of nature they"re up against in LeBron and the format of the series? Yes, teams are 0-32 in the Finals when down 3-1, but the vast majority of those were under the 2-3-2- format. This is only the third year of 2-2-1-1-1, a distinction that is beyond significant.
The champs are a mess, and I believe the Cavs have their number. That number, specifically, is 23. LeBron is playing at such a level and with such force and emotion that I can"t bring myself to believe that he"ll come this close and be denied again. Enjoy your first championship in 52 years, Cleveland. And stay safe.
