Month: October 2019

A reminder that which baking pan you use matters

https://www.popsugar.com/food/Glass-Bakeware-vs-Metal-Bakeware-6512749 Can You Bake Brownies in a Glass Pan? The Reason You Shouldn't Bake Brownies in Glass Pans October 30, 2019by SUSANNAH CHEN 169  Is it possible to bake brownies in a glass pan instead of metal? The short answer is yes. It is possible to bake brownies or other cookie bars with a glass pan — but there … Continue reading A reminder that which baking pan you use matters →

New features with the lates Apple Watch iOS update

The Apple Watch isn’t for everyone but i find it’s a continually useful tool. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/new-features-apple-watch-update-you-should-start-using-asap/ 6 new features from the Apple Watch update you should start using ASAP Your Apple Watch got a whole lot better with Apple's latest WatchOS 6 update.Jason CiprianiOctober 30, 2019 9:50 AM PDT WatchOS 6 adds many new features. Sarah Tew/CNET … Continue reading New features with the lates Apple Watch iOS update →

Bypass of environmental rules by ships fouls water instead of air

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/shipping-uk-ports-environmental-cheat-devices-scrubbers-dredging-pollution-a9171476.html Environmental ‘cheat devices’ fitted to thousands of ships could render UK ports unusable ‘Scrubbers’ pollute sea instead of air despite complying with new legislation Wil Crisp October 27, 2019 Some ports, such as Ramsgate, already spend tens of millions of pounds on dredging every year ( AFP ) Environmental “cheat” devices fitted to thousands … Continue reading Bypass of environmental rules by ships fouls water instead of air →

Latest wildfire report from CA by Washington Post

https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/10/30/california-fires-map-getty-fire-kincade-fire/ Winds are gusting above hurricane force in California, driving a new wildfire in the Los Angeles area By Katie Mettler and Andrew Freedman October 30 at 11:16 AM ET Massive wildfires are blazing in Northern and Southern California, ravaging both ends of the state. Take a look at where the fires are. (Amber Ferguson/The … Continue reading Latest wildfire report from CA by Washington Post →

More bike paths coming in NYC

A visit to Denmark last year was eye opening for me. There bicyclists have priority, even over pedestrians. They are also out there even in the snow because there are crews dedicated to keeping the bike lanes clear. Of course the very high price of automobiles is a motivation, but that's a model that would … Continue reading More bike paths coming in NYC →

Bottled water is an environmental disaster for more than the plastic

Nestle is infamous for finding sources of abundant clear, fresh, drinking water and draining them dry -- all to feed the limitless appetite for bottled water. So each time you buy a bottle, you're not only creating plastic waste, you're also helping to change areas with water enough to grow crops and to support a … Continue reading Bottled water is an environmental disaster for more than the plastic →

Production stage managers critical to every play or musical you see

http://www.startribune.com/production-stage-managers-are-at-the-center-of-a-theater-nervous-system/563791752/ Production stage managers are at the center of a theater nervous system By ROHAN PRESTON , STAR TRIBUNE October 24, 2019 - 10:13 PM The quandary was as vexing as it was exotic for the theater’s tech crew: how to get a cute but easily distracted bunny to perform on cue. “It took several … Continue reading Production stage managers critical to every play or musical you see →

Wind power alone would be enough to provide all of the electricity we need

Most of the articles about wind power focus on the political aspects — the fights between locals and those needing the power. This article is more positive, pointing out why those battles are worth fighting. The mechanics, structure, and best production for the least harm have been refined so that fears for birds and what … Continue reading Wind power alone would be enough to provide all of the electricity we need →

Restaurants’ contribution to the climate crisis

Anyone who’s ever stood at the wrong side of a barbecue grill knows the smoke is full of more than smells. This article details the contents. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/oct/10/restaurants-contribution-to-air-pollution-revealed? Restaurants' contribution to air pollution revealed US survey found particle pollution downwind of eateries was higher than from major roads Gary Fuller @drgaryfuller Thu 10 Oct 2019 16.30 EDT Many of … Continue reading Restaurants’ contribution to the climate crisis →

Birth month may predict future health issues

Your birth month determines which year you begin your formal education. Can it also help determine your future health issues? https://apple.news/Apdcd34rxTV62yQQj9AR7IA How Your Birth Month Affects Your Health By Samantha Leal Can your birth month tell you what types of illnesses you'll have? What body parts you need to be more mindful of? What risk … Continue reading Birth month may predict future health issues →

Owners of iPhone 5’s — update your software before November 3rd

Eventually all tech devices come to (or close to) the end of their useful lives. This time is’s the iPhone 5. https://iphone.appleinsider.com/articles/19/10/26/apple-advises-iphone-5-owners-to-update-to-ios-1034-by-november-3 Apple advises iPhone 5 owners to update to iOS 10.3.4 by November 3 By: Malcolm OwenSaturday, October 26, 2019 5:02 PM    Apple has started to warn owners of the iPhone 5 to update their … Continue reading Owners of iPhone 5’s — update your software before November 3rd →