In the realm of web development, CSS plays a critical role in styling and laying out web pages. For instance, consider the styling of a video player container. The container is designed to take up the full width of its parent element, with its height dynamically calculated based on a specific aspect ratio. This ensures that the player maintains a 16:9 aspect ratio, which is standard for video content. To achieve this, the height is set using the ‘calc’ function in CSS, which performs a calculation to determine the correct value. The background color of the container is set to black, providing a uniform look that’s typical for video players.
Responsive design is also a key aspect of modern web development. Media queries are used to apply different styles based on the screen size of the device being used to view the content. For example, when the screen width is 768 pixels or less, certain styles are applied to the video container to ensure it remains functional and visually appealing on smaller screens. This includes adjusting the top offset of a floating player, which might need to be different depending on whether the page has a top header or a primary navigation bar. These adjustments are made using CSS custom properties (variables) for easy maintenance and readability.
Moving on to the world of mixed martial arts, former UFC champion Chris Weidman has expressed interest in a potential fight with Sean Strickland. During an appearance on the ‘Believe You Me’ podcast with Michael Bisping, Weidman discussed the potential matchup. He conveyed his respect for Strickland, known by his nickname ‘Tarzan’, and anticipated that the build-up to their fight could be quite engaging. Weidman hinted at the possibility of engaging in some trash talk with Strickland, which would be a departure from his usual demeanor. He praised Strickland’s fighting style, particularly his ability to push the pace and tire out his opponents, and expressed a desire to test himself against such a competitor.
Both Strickland and Weidman have had notable fights in their recent UFC appearances. Strickland headlined UFC 297 in January 2024, facing Dricus du Plessis in a middleweight title fight. The event took place at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada, and the fight was a closely contested battle that went the full 25-minute distance. Ultimately, du Plessis emerged victorious by split decision, with the judges’ scores reflecting the competitive nature of the bout. This fight was honored with the ‘Fight of the Night’ award, and both fighters received a bonus for their performances.
Weidman’s last appearance in the octagon was at UFC Atlantic City in March 2024, where he fought Bruno Silva in a middleweight bout. The fight ended in controversy as Weidman initially secured a TKO victory in the third round. However, the result was later amended by officials to a decision win for Weidman. The change was due to an eye-poke that led to the stoppage, which upon review, altered the outcome of the fight.
