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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin There are a few classic figures in anime and manga in Japan with a unique style and approach. One of these is the mecha designer and anime director Makoto Kobayashi . I was lucky enough to catch up with him and discuss what he’s done over the years. Meeting up in Nakano, he turned up on his bike and we started chatting over coffee. “I've always been around Suginami Ward, I grew up in Koenji and I still live there. I don't really have any hobbies apart from watching films I suppose.” The other slightly confusing aspect to Kobayashi is that he shares the name of another famous manga artist and apparently, this similarity has resulted in a few issues in the past. “I sometimes got his post and even there was an occasion when his bank mixed us up, we live close by and have similar kanji in our names. So it can confuse people sometimes.” We quickly then shifted to talk about how he got into mecha design and like many of …

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Are you having a hard time picking between Sling TV vs. YouTube TV? Nowadays, more people are looking for the best live TV streaming service. Of course, these two are some of the most popular, but it can be tough to choose between them! That’s why we’ll start by comparing YouTube TV vs Sling TV pricing and subscription plans. We will also go through the other details and features. More importantly, we’ll see which one could be the best TV streaming pick. With the rise of Netflix came the cord-cutters. As a result, more people want to ditch the old cable TV for the numerous streaming apps. We’ll help you choose by going through the features of Sling TV and YouTube TV. Sling TV Photo credit: Wikipedia Plans and pricing It’s just what you’d expect from a live TV streaming app. You can watch TV programs on the internet using Sling TV. The plans come in Sling Orange, Sling Blue, or Orange + Blue. Orange and Blue have different lineups. Here are some of the local channel …

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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Anime director, producer and writer, Ryosuke Takahashi. (Photo credit: Ollie Barder) There are a few major figures in anime when it comes to direction and series composition, so it was fascinating to catch up with the likes of Ryosuke Takahashi and discuss his very large body of work. Not to mention, how his work has inadvertently shaped the world of anime and video games for over three decades. Takahashi has already had a very long and fruitful career but for many, he is most well known for coming up with and directing a slew of excellent mecha anime. This is because unlike other mecha anime, Takahashi has always wisely used the hardware as a backdrop to his stories. He’s treated them like everyday vehicles, unique to their world but somehow entirely ordinary within their own context. The result was that you had a far greater emphasis on character-driven drama as well as a greater degree of nuance in …

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When homeowner Edward purchased a resale three-room HDB flat in Ang Mo Kio, he wanted his home to be a technicolour showcase of the mid-century modern style. Aside from appreciating the sensibilities of the modernist era – where form follows function, and which favours sleek, uncluttered lines with both organic and geometric forms – he also noted that “most mid-century furniture pieces are very small, so it’s much easier to fit them into a small space”. “I’ve always loved colour,” said the bachelor. “I like to experiment with different colour combinations; the mood that I wanted was something that makes me feel relaxed and happy when I come home.” Other items on his wish list? Clean lines, a retro feel, a spacious master suite, lots of shoe storage as “I have a lot of shoes”, an interesting dining area, lots of built-in furniture, and a kitchen that “ties in with how I dress – I like to mix graphic prints with textures”. So he engaged interior design firm Karpentree …

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advertisement advertisement advertisement Even before the start of this pandemic, office conflict has been a thorny issue for companies everywhere. They start first as friendly discussions and group brainstorms, but soon someone starts interjecting with critiques or distracting side conversations spiral into unproductive gossip. advertisement advertisement And these challenges are made further complicated as we approach the coming summer months, with some employees remaining work-from-home, while others are in-person. There’s no denying that the COVID-19 outbreak has changed fundamental parts of work. As leaders, we have to rethink the way we manage conflict, which let’s face it—has never been an easy feat. Even as many of us get back to our offices, we can’t simply stick to pre-pandemic expectations when it comes to conflict-resolution—which leaves us with the uncomfortable question of what are we to do about it? How can we …

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With The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard earning a promising $3.9 million on its opening day, I thought I'd take a look at Samuel L. Jackson's biggest hits. No, I'm not talking about his supporting roles as Nick Fury in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, although you could argue he's close to a "co-lead" in the $1.128 billion-grossing Captain Marvel . Nor will this include his minor supporting roles (and/or glorified cameos) in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, the Incredibles films or Jurassic Park . I'm talking outright leading roles in mainstream studio vehicles where he wasn't an added value element in a purely IP-specific sell. This list, purely for educational and entertainment purposes, is ordered by inflation-adjusted domestic sales. And yes, I had to make some choices about what constituted a star vehicle or if the supporting role was "big enough" to qualify, especially with two Warner Bros. tentpoles which were at least partially sold on "Look at the cool people in this …

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