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BBC News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
East of England news quiz of the week 24-30 May
From a 6ft angel to a major new installation in a town, how much East of England news can you remember from the past seven days? Follow East of England news on X, Instagram and Facebook: BBC Beds, Herts & Bucks, BBC Cambridgeshire, BBC Essex, BBC Norfolk, BBC Northamptonshire or BBC Suffolk.
The Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Rachel Whiteread hits the countryside, Derby's great hero and museums reinvented – the week in art
Rachel WhitereadThe Sussex countryside is haunted by grey concrete ghosts and white mortuary slabs as Whiteread proves her vision is as melancholically powerful as ever. Goodwood Art Foundation, West Sussex, 31 May to 2 November V&A East Storehouse This enjoyable, utopian and generous reinvention of what a museum can be is an unmissable experience. Opens 31 May, admission free Hamad Butt: ApprehensionsOverdue retrospective of an artist who died young but left a body of uncanny, highly imaginative works. Whitechapel Art Gallery, from 4 June to 7 September Glenn Brown and Matthew Weir: The Sight of SomethingPaintings and drawings that drip with dream-like memories and peculiar fantasies fit for Freud's Museum, London, from 4 June to 19 October Leonardo Drew: Ubiquity II Sprawling, chaotic installation that looks like the aftermath of a hurricane. South London Gallery, until 7 September The Ethiopian photographer Aïda Muluneh took a month-long road trip around the UK in a minivan, resulting in The Necessity of Seeing, 22 images that explore identity, gender and conflict. 'It was like getting a crash course in UK history and contemporary life,' she says. Read about the project and see more of her pictures in our interview with her Lauded photographer Sebastião Salgado died at 81 Australian women played a vital role in forging international modernism William Morris played a blinder with his football kit designs Two Somerset villages hosted a bite-sized biennale with global reach Black artist Tomashi Jackson explores how colour theory echoes discussions of race Bob King's theatre posters have helped turn shows into global hits The Goodwood Art Foundation's opening exhibition is a winning choice Sign up to Art Weekly Your weekly art world round-up, sketching out all the biggest stories, scandals and exhibitions after newsletter promotion Cartoonist, illustrator, playwright and detective novelist Barry Fantoni has died Banksy posted a new lighthouse work thought to be in Marseille Erasmus by Hans Holbein the Younger, 1523 The theologian and classical scholar Erasmus, the most famous and influential thinker of the north European Renaissance, poses in his study with a gentle almost-smile. Holbein paints him, not as an idealised or formal figure, but with an immediacy that makes you feel Erasmus is right there, patiently keeping his head in the position the painter requires, tolerantly spending this time being depicted. It has the same sense of an actual encounter between artist and sitter that you get in Holbein's portrait drawings, especially his intimate studies of Thomas More and his family. That is no coincidence. Holbein knew Erasmus personally, not just professionally, when they both lived in Basel. When Holbein wanted to go to England, Erasmus wrote a letter of introduction to his friend More, who commissioned a family portrait on his recommendation. Holbein is often seen as a simple portraitist but this painting reveals him as part of an intellectual circle, mixing with More and Erasmus and influenced by their warm, witty humanism. National Gallery, London If you don't already receive our regular roundup of art and design news via email, please sign up here. If you have any questions or comments about any of our newsletters please email newsletters@
SBS Australia
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
'Personal experiences and cultural context shape our artistic expression': Indian-origin artists
'Desire' - a part of an installation titled 'Devoid' by Abhijit Pal Source: Supplied / Lucy Foster Abhijit Pal said that an artist weaves dreams, and 'the display is important for me.' Priyanka Jain said that integrated visual art and performance explored time's fluid and layered narratives within her work. 'Desire' - a part of the installation 'Devoid' by Abhijit Pal Source: Supplied / Lucy Foster The Chronomingle exhibition at Project8 Melbourne gallery explored the storytelling practices across diverse art forms and cultural contexts. Find our podcasts here at SBS Hindi Podcast Collection . SBS Hindi 24/02/2025 13:56 SBS Hindi 16/06/2023 08:18
CNET
3 days ago
- General
- CNET
Protect Your Home by Installing Security Cameras Here
Securing your home is more than just picking among the best home security cameras. After you've chosen a camera to keep track of everything going on in your home, it's time to work out the best place to install it. For an outdoor camera, make sure it isn't blocked by plants or decorations, and that it's in a spot that has a clear view without being affected by glare. With indoor cameras, you'll want a clear view of the entire room, and in a place that isn't likely to be blocked by people going about their day. Picking the right location to install your security camera ensures that you'll always have an idea of what's going on at home, even when you're traveling. CNET Fortunately, today's security cameras have wide fields of view and easy-angle mounts. But you still need to start with the right placement for the best results. After years of testing dozens of various home cams, we know exactly where to put them; follow these guidelines, and you won't have any trouble. For more home security tips, check out how to prevent your home security cameras from being hacked and the best cheap home security systems you can buy. Where should you install a home security camera 1. Exterior: Front door You might assume that intruders always sneak into side entrances, but statistics from the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors show that 34% of burglars use the front door. It's also where package thieves are likely to strike. A camera at your main entrance keeps tabs on everybody going in and out of your home, from family members and babysitters to maintenance people, delivery people and more. Pro tip: Video doorbells are great picks for the front door. You can use them as the primary camera or in conjunction with another outdoor camera aimed at the yard or garage. Blink's Outdoor 4 cam is easy to mount and reliable for watching an outdoor space. CNET/Tyler Lacoma 2. Exterior: Back and side doors Doors that are out of sight allow visitors to enter undetected, whether they're invited or not. NACHI statistics show 22% of break-ins happen through the back door. To ensure full knowledge of everyone who enters and exits, add cameras to your secondary doors, especially if one of them is used as often or more often than your front door, or if one (like a basement door) seems particularly enticing or accessible to a potential intruder. 3. Exterior: Garage and driveway Garages are a common target of burglars because they're one of the weakest entry points. A camera pointed at your garage and/or driveway keeps a watchful eye on bikes, tools, grills, sports equipment, cars and everyone that handles them. If your garage is detached, the camera helps you stay connected. If the garage is attached, the extra layer of security monitors another possible entryway into your home. If there's a gate at the end of your driveway, you may want a camera there to spot anyone attempting to get in. 4. Exterior: Wide yard views Monitoring the yard will help you keep tabs on anyone scoping out your house. It's also handy for capturing the activities of kids, animals and trespassers. As with garages, look for cams that have a wide field of view to capture lots of action, at least 130 degrees and preferably more. If you have a yard entrance, like a fence gate or a shed doorway, make sure the camera can see it. Blink offers a cheap option for a smart floodlight cam. Blink 5. Interior: Common areas Placing cameras in gathering points like the kitchen or living room is a great way to see if the kids are doing what they're supposed to do, if the babysitter is attentive, what the pets are getting into, or to check on household help like cleaners and repairmen. Consider prioritizing any rooms that have large ground-floor windows — that way you can see if anyone tampers with them or uses one as a break-in point. If there's a key point of interest like a sofa, pet bed or living room play area, make sure the camera can see it. 6. Interior: Main stairway or hallway Place a camera in the main thoroughfares inside your home to make it difficult for someone to move about undetected. If someone breaks in through a bathroom, bedroom or another unmonitored area, they'll still be captured on camera if they move about the house. Indoor security cameras are useful, but finding ones with privacy shields are worthwhile to help minimize the risks of hackers gaining access to sensitive footage. Arlo Here's where you should never install a security camera Places that violate your neighbor's privacy. Cameras are great for your safety, but you need to be mindful of the privacy of others in your neighborhood. In general, homeowners are allowed to have outdoor security cameras that cover a broad area, and it's usually OK to capture your neighbor's public-facing property in the background of your footage. Learn more with our full guide. Cameras are great for your safety, but you need to be mindful of the privacy of others in your neighborhood. In general, homeowners are allowed to have outdoor security cameras that cover a broad area, and it's usually OK to capture your neighbor's public-facing property in the background of your footage. Learn more with our full guide. Bedrooms and bathrooms. The urge to keep a watchful eye on kids or elderly folks in your household is understandable. However, some areas have a warranted expectation of privacy. Plus, if you use a monitoring service, you run the risk of a hacker tapping into a camera that has access to your private spaces. Luckily, there are plenty of alternatives. Baby monitors are a smart choice for very young kids' rooms. Motion detectors and glass break sensors, as part of a connected home security system, can be added to doors and windows. Personal medical alert systems are strong choices for seniors. Arlo's compact cams also make a great bundled discount. Arlo Tips for outdoor security cam placement Once you decide which locations to monitor, you also need to plan your mounting decisions. These tips make easy work of this step: Install cameras 8 to 10 feet from the ground. This height is low enough to capture fine details but high enough to be out of easy reach of thieves and vandals. This height is low enough to capture fine details but high enough to be out of easy reach of thieves and vandals. Don't point cameras directly at the sun. Bright light causes glare and high contrast in your footage, which makes it hard to tell what's going on. Consider the movement of the sun and angle your cameras for indirect light. Bright light causes glare and high contrast in your footage, which makes it hard to tell what's going on. Consider the movement of the sun and angle your cameras for indirect light. Protect the camera from the elements. Top outdoor security cameras have ample weather- and waterproofing, but they are not all equal. Choose a camera that's appropriately rated for your climate, and place it under eaves or in another semi-protected area if you can. Top outdoor security cameras have ample weather- and waterproofing, but they are not all equal. Choose a camera that's appropriately rated for your climate, and place it under eaves or in another semi-protected area if you can. Avoid places too close to branches or bushes . Plants grow over time and can block your security camera. . Plants grow over time and can block your security camera. Let cameras be visible. Visible cameras can act as a deterrent against theft, and that's one of the best uses of your security system. Battery powered outdoor cameras allow more flexibility for placement, while wired ones will need to be close to a power source. Chris Monroe/CNET Tips for indoor security cam placement Corners are your friends. Hanging an indoor camera in the corner of a room usually gives you the largest possible vantage point. Hanging an indoor camera in the corner of a room usually gives you the largest possible vantage point. Choose a shelf for versatility . If you don't have to mount your cam, placing it on a shelf allows you to make adjustments later or even move it to another room. . If you don't have to mount your cam, placing it on a shelf allows you to make adjustments later or even move it to another room. Windows can cause reflection issues. Pointing a camera at the window might degrade its image quality. Many security cameras have infrared light technology, which aids in motion detection and enables the cameras to function in low light. IR light can reflect off windows and other glass objects and obscure your footage, especially in the dark. If your footage looks washed out or whited out, there is likely a reflection problem. Pointing a camera at the window might degrade its image quality. Many security cameras have infrared light technology, which aids in motion detection and enables the cameras to function in low light. IR light can reflect off windows and other glass objects and obscure your footage, especially in the dark. If your footage looks washed out or whited out, there is likely a reflection problem. Angle for indirect light. Again, direct light will wash out your footage. With indoor cameras, be mindful of lamps, light fixtures and bright windows. Avoid facing your camera directly toward these light sources. Ring's battery cam is on the higher-end but offers a versatile, weather resistant option to watch kids, wherever they are. CNET/Tyler Lacoma Do video doorbells have special installation rules? Position video doorbells so they have a good view of your porch or entryway. These cameras are angled a bit differently than other security cameras, so follow the manual instructions carefully. Usually, they need to be placed around 4 feet up from the base of the front door. In tighter spaces, video doorbells should be angled outward to capture as much activity as possible. Fortunately, many video doorbells come with a special wedge just for this purpose. Otherwise, put it where people would naturally press a doorbell. Are there super-portable security cams? In some cases, you may want a security camera that you can move around all the time. That makes it easy to put down wherever the kids are playing, indoors or outside, or to focus on a problem spot where things keep going missing (avoid workplace refrigerators, please). In these cases, we recommend battery-powered indoor/outdoor cams that you can move anywhere and that are weather-resistant in case they're left out in the rain. One candidate is Ring's Stick-Up Cam Pro ($180), which has an excellent collection of watchful features. Another option is the Google Nest Indoor/Outdoor Cam battery model ($176), which is often shown mounted but can also come with a tabletop mount. To learn more, check out our picks for the best outdoor security cameras or explore our comprehensive guide to the best home security systems.
The Independent
4 days ago
- General
- The Independent
10 best video doorbells for upgrading your home security system
Video doorbells FAQs Do video doorbells work with Alexa? Most popular video doorbells are compatible with Alexa and Amazon Echo devices. For the most seamless setup and experience, Alexa users should consider choosing a Ring doorbell. Ring is also owned by Amazon, so the functionality between the devices is more reliable than with a third-party video doorbell. Video doorbells list which voice assistants and smart home setups they're compatible with. Look out for the 'Works with Alexa' badge, the 'Works with Hey Google' (or 'Works with Nest') badge, and the 'Works with Apple HomeKit' badge. Is there a monthly fee for a video doorbell? Most of the bestselling video doorbells don't store recordings locally, but upload their footage to the cloud. This makes them more secure – as an intruder would be unable to access and destroy the evidence – but to cover the cost of storing and viewing these recordings, a monthly subscription fee is charged. Many video doorbells work without a subscription, either by deleting footage after a short while, only providing live audio and video feeds, or by storing their recordings locally. I've chosen the Toucan wireless video doorbell (£99.95, as the best video doorbell without a subscripti on. How do I install a smart doorbell? Battery-powered video doorbells are easier to install than their wired counterparts and can usually be secured to a wall or door using the supplied anchors and some basic tools. Installing a wired video doorbell requires basic knowledge of wiring. Each doorbell will have a slightly different installation, so follow the instructions carefully. If you're not confident, book an electrician to do the job. Some general tips to bear in mind: take a picture of your old wiring before you begin, so you can put things back the way they were, if needed, and switch off the power at the fuse box before you start working (though if you need us to tell you that, you should probably call an electrician). Do you need an electrician to install a Ring video doorbell? Like changing a light fitting or rewiring a plug, installing a video doorbell does not require a certified electrician to carry out the work. This doesn't mean installing a video doorbell is a simple or safe task, however. While there are easy-to-follow guides online, if you want to be absolutely sure the doorbell is installed properly, it's worth calling a professional. Most electricians will be very familiar with the leading brands of video doorbells and can carry out the work quickly and without fuss. Do all doorbell cameras need wifi? Not all video doorbells need wifi, but most do. Some video doorbells have SIM cards and operate on mobile data networks. Wired video doorbells will continue to work like a traditional doorbell, even if you lose wifi. The verdict: Video doorbells The Ring doorbell offers incredible value for money. You get great HD images and most of the top-of-the-range functions at a fraction of the price of some others in this round-up. The subscription fee is fair for the service offered. Plus, I love how customisable the functions are, from choosing your chime to the sensitivity of the motion detection. If you're not keen on cloud-based storage, the eufy S330 looks great and offers quality footage, and the chime box is included in the price.
