Why f stops matter in photography and depth of field
The article explains aperture or f stop as the lens opening that controls light and depth of field. It contrasts automatic and manual modes, notes how f stops relate to shutter speed, and highlights how depth of field shapes the photo with examples from small and large openings.
Guardians win five year battle over Down syndrome boy operation
In San Francisco, 16 year old Phillip Becker with Down syndrome underwent heart surgery after court guardianship allowed the operation over biological parents Warren and Patricia Becker who sought to block it. The Heaths, longtime guardians, said the procedure would extend and improve his life. Phillip, born Oct 16 1966, remains in hospital under care as authorities had previously pressed for treatment.
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