User talk:Davidbena

Text in an image

Hi David, I saw that you uploaded this image back in 2021. The image consists of what looks to be about 200 words of text on a sign; I would expect that to be protected by copyright but perhaps its location on a public sign changes the situation. Does freedom of panorama extend to text in Israel? Richard Nevell (talk) 20:49, 6 October 2024 (UTC)

@Richard Nevell: This sign post was posted by the Israel Antiquities Authority at the archaeological site in Jerusalem's Old City, known as the "Givati Parking lot". As all directional/informational road signs or signs posted for the public at museums, national parks and at archaeological sites, the information contained therein is not protected by copyright, and may freely be used by visitors for public information and dissemination.Davidbena (talk) 13:32, 7 October 2024 (UTC)

So signs in public places produced by the IAA are copyright free? Is that documented somewhere? That might be useful to add to somewhere like Commons:Commons:Copyright rules by territory/Israel - though perhaps not the ideal place, I'm not sure where would be better. Richard Nevell (talk) 19:41, 8 October 2024 (UTC)

It would be better to address your questions regarding this issue to Wikimedia Commons. The legal matters regarding this issue are discussed there.Davidbena (talk) 03:59, 9 October 2024 (UTC)

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 Done Davidbena (talk) 22:43, 24 October 2024 (UTC)

Category:Palestine ethnographers has been nominated for renaming

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Topic ban lifted

Hello Davidbena! I have closed your appeal with consensus to lift your topic ban. Best, HouseBlaster (talk • he/they) 22:47, 3 November 2024 (UTC)

Thank-you, Wikipedia! I love you! I'll take things slowly.Davidbena (talk) 22:55, 3 November 2024 (UTC)

• Let me be the first to congratulate you on this; you have been very patient. I hope with all my heart it goes well. The Davidbena who looks up books and find information: that Davidbena wikipedia needs. The Davidbena who digs in, and doesn't listen to counter-argument: not so much. I hope we will see 100% of the first Davidbena, and 0% of the second, best wishes! Huldra (talk) 23:37, 3 November 2024 (UTC)

  Thanks, Huldra. I will do my utmost best, and will keep your words as good counsel and sage advice.Davidbena (talk) 00:35, 4 November 2024 (UTC)

• I didnt get a chance to say congratulations here, sorry, but Im glad this is over. And also I want you to know if you find yourself unsure of an edit I promise I will always give you my honest advice. You dont need to ask for it anymore, but the door will remain open. Welcome back to the topic from Hell David, nableezy - 16:28, 8 November 2024 (UTC)