I’ve recommended BookRiot.com many times for their variety and depth of articles, lists, and trivia related to all elements of the reading process. This is a superb example of why. TUNE IN TO THESE GREAT LIBBY AUDIOBOOK HACKS ANNA GOODING-CALL, 10-25-19, BookRiot.com You know Libby. It’s the library ebook app companion to OverDrive, and a really … Continue reading Ways to make Libby do more with your audiobooks
Month: October 2019
Amazon making it even easier to read books on your Kindle
I only discovered Good eReader recently but Kozlowski appears either to have better access and better comprehension of Amazon's moves in the Kindle world. Further, he often discusses and compared ereaders that are NOT Kindles which is exceedingly rare. He appears to be based in Canada. Check out and subscribe to his blog at https://goodereader.com/blog/ … Continue reading Amazon making it even easier to read books on your Kindle
There’s still some hope for corals
Turns out coral may be more adaptable than originally thought, but even those that adapt to warmer temperatures will still need protection from overfishing and pollution. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/10/study-theres-still-hope-for-corals/ Study: There's still hope for corals But as the climate warms, reefs need protection from threats such as overfishing and pollution. (Photo credit: Toby Hudson / Wikipedia) Warmer … Continue reading There’s still some hope for corals
Is Amazon unstoppable?
A long read, but fascinating. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/10/21/is-amazon-unstoppable A Reporter at Large October 21, 2019 Issue Is Amazon Unstoppable? Politicians want to rein in the retail giant. But Jeff Bezos, the master of cutthroat capitalism, is ready to fight back. By Charles Duhigg October 10, 2019 Bezos, reportedly worth a hundred and fourteen billion dollars, has donated … Continue reading Is Amazon unstoppable?
Back to the old ways — including a tree in a pasture
Trees disappeared from pastures when convenience replaced beauty. Now, however, agricultural researchers are finding that including a tree gives respite from increasing heat to pasturing animals. Yet another reason for adding more trees. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/10/farm-shows-the-benefits-of-growing-trees-alongside-livestock/ Farm shows the benefits of growing trees alongside livestock At Dickinson College Farm in Pennsylvania, native trees are growing in cattle … Continue reading Back to the old ways — including a tree in a pasture
Spotify edging itself into Apple’s garden
Spotify was locked out of Apple other than purely as an app. Changes are coming. You can now ask Siri to play Spotify music on iOS 13, Spotify debuts Apple TV app Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Oct. 7th 2019 3:12 am PT, 9to5mac.com Spotify has today released its iOS 13 update, which allows users to ask … Continue reading Spotify edging itself into Apple’s garden
Small change by Amazon will please some Amazon Prime members
Amazon has quietly done away with almost all minimum order restrictions for Amazon Prime members. Have an item you want that only costs 99 cents? You can probably get it without paying shipping. https://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/amazon-just-quietly-made-a-big-change-to-amazon-prime-some-customers-will-be-very-happy.html While I understand the convenience of this, I'm appalled on multiple levels. First, those small, emergency purchases were about the only … Continue reading Small change by Amazon will please some Amazon Prime members
Apple has added options to delete Siri history
Apple is at least making an effort to increase users' privacy powers but what ever made something think that listening to private conversations for an purpose -- without a specific opt-in -- would be a good idea? https://www.macrumors.com/2019/10/10/siri-privacy-options-ios-13-2/ Apple Adds Option to Delete Siri History and Opt Out of Sharing Audio Recordings in iOS 13.2 … Continue reading Apple has added options to delete Siri history
10 dangerous things you should stop doing
https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/things-electricians-want-you-to-stop-doing-36647497 10 Dangerous Things Your Electrician Wants You to Stop Doing ASAP by Brigitt Earley Electrical fires are the third leading cause of home structure fires, according to The Electrical Safety Foundation International. Fortunately, there are a variety of preventative measures you can take to help make sure that one doesn’t happen to you. In … Continue reading 10 dangerous things you should stop doing
Coffee’s good for you in the morning — not your imagination
Many of us couldn't survive without a cup of coffee in the morning. Turns out it's not all creative imagination. There are real benefits produced in our body by starting the day with that first cup. https://www.inc.com/geoffrey-james/your-first-cup-of-coffee-does-these-5-surprising-things-for-your-brain-each-every-day.html Your First Cup of Coffee Does These 5 Surprising Things for Your Brain Each and Every Day Coffee … Continue reading Coffee’s good for you in the morning — not your imagination
Air pollution linked to increases in crime
A link between air pollution and violent crime makes perfect sense with even a moment's thought. Hot summer days, particularly for those without air conditioning, has the same effect. We humans like ideal conditions for the air we breathe. If our surroundings aren't optimal, we may not consciously react but our bodies and psyches are … Continue reading Air pollution linked to increases in crime
AMC starting a streaming service too
Streaming services are multiplying like the proverbial rabbit. All of them want a monthly fee and many offer unique content. But how many subscriptions does any one person want? I'm moving from one to another, taking advantage of introductory offers, watching key shows available only in that location, and then moving on. These are budget … Continue reading AMC starting a streaming service too
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