Quite a detailed article about how Amazon Audible, the easiest resource for audiobooks outside libraries, operates. Lots of info. Enjoy. https://www.reviewed.com/lifestyle/features/audible-review-is-amazons-audiobook-service-worth-the-money
Month: January 2020
Want to stop Amazon, Google, and Facebook from always listening?
If you’re as creeped out as I am by the concept of any faceless stranger or group listening to every word you say, here’s how to remove that power. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2019/12/31/stop-google-home-amazon-echo-facebook-portal-listening/2777408001/
Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again
There’s little doubt that some passages in romance novels are racist, particularly in years past. But such language was largely ignored until Courtney Milan began pointing out the language. Now she has been disciplined by the Romance Writers of America (RWA) while those who write in an unobjectionable manner have received no censure. While I … Continue reading Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has great potential goal for disaster
The choice of Qatar as the host country for the 2022 World Cup is known to have been produced by bribes and corruption. Nonetheless, preparations continue (such as they are). I feel for players and spectators alike. https://qz.com/1777344/will-qatar-be-ready-to-host-the-world-cup-in-2022/?
Air conditioners add to atmospheric warming — but they could do less
Am without my computer right now so limited to giving links. I assure you, however, that this article will give you insight about what more a/c makers could do to reduce their impact on the climate crisis. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/12/large-hvac-manufacturers-could-play-huge-role-in-cutting-carbon-pollution/
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