We've been told for decades that cold sores are a result of a persistent herpes virus but researchers have now discovered the exact mechanism. 02-12-219:00 AM Researchers now know what causes embarrassing cold sore outbreaks Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have discovered what triggers cold sores and herpes outbreaks. By Arianne … Continue reading What causes cold sores? More progress
Month: February 2021
Hidden iPhone setting that can eat up your storage
https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/komando/2021/02/07/iphone-12-pro-comes-photo-feature-can-use-lot-space/4381271001/ The hidden iPhone setting that can eat up all your storage in a flash Kim KomandoSpecial to USA TODAY, February 7, 2021 Remember back when you had to lug around a digital single-lens reflex camera to take decent photos? Now our smartphones have cameras capable of taking gorgeous pro-quality shots. If you know just … Continue reading Hidden iPhone setting that can eat up your storage
Cooking with natural gas is a disaster
The in-depth discussion referred to in this article is at: https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2021/02/how-the-fossil-fuel-industry-convinced-americans-to-love-gas-stoves/ It is a masterful work of investigation, explanation, and details that is worth your time. But here's a brief taste. https://www.theverge.com/22280080/natural-gas-stoves-air-pollution-climate-change-history Go read this article about how we got duped into cooking with gas Natural gas contributes to indoor air pollution and climate changeBy Justine … Continue reading Cooking with natural gas is a disaster
Love “The Luminaries”? It’s coming to TV, written by the original author
Note: This will be streaming on Starz. I think they're hoping for lightning in a bottle as happened for Disney+ with "Hamilton" and HBO Max with the rather awful "Wonder Woman 1984." There's a deal available everyone right now for $5/month for six months. How do you adapt an 800-page novel for TV? 7 years, … Continue reading Love “The Luminaries”? It’s coming to TV, written by the original author
Change Siri’s voice on your iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac
https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/02/10/how-to-change-siris-voice-on-iphone-or-mac How to change Siri's voice on iPhone or Mac By William Gallagher | 02/11/21 Whether it's because you don't like Apple's default choice of Siri voice, or because you simply want a change, you can change Siri's language, accent, and gender. Here's how to do it. Siri's voice has been improved over the years, but she chiefly still … Continue reading Change Siri’s voice on your iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac
A fictionalized history of India that won’t be on your other lists
This is not a book you're going to find in Kindle format or even in paperback, but I was pleased to have this review pop up on my feeder. It looks quite different from the normal offerings suggested to me abs I've ordered a used hardback. https://scroll.in/article/985475/the-last-queen-chitra-banerjee-divakarunis-novel-resurrects-the-history-of-jindan-kaur-of-punjab ‘The Last Queen’: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s novel resurrects … Continue reading A fictionalized history of India that won’t be on your other lists
Joe Morgenstern at the WSJ is today’s Roger Ebert – always worth reading
I may not always agree with Joe Morgenstern, but he always has something interesting to say. By the way, there's no link to his review of "Minari" here but perhaps you need only his own summary: “It’s wonderful. See it. You’ll love it,” altho his review of splendid turns of phrase and reasons to see … Continue reading Joe Morgenstern at the WSJ is today’s Roger Ebert – always worth reading
Apple Watch appears to diagnose COVID-19 a week earlier than other methods
Altho the article below refers to an article already confirming that the Apple Watch can allow early diagnoses of COVID-19, Fitbit is also looking into the issue. https://gizmodo.com/apple-watch-can-detect-covid-19-a-week-early-study-fin-1846247720 Apple Watch Can Detect Covid-19 a Week Early, Study Finds In the early days of the pandemic, dozens of researchers launched studies trying to see whether wearables … Continue reading Apple Watch appears to diagnose COVID-19 a week earlier than other methods
Every couple can find a romantic movie in this list to watch tomorrow
There are 52 perfect romcoms listed in this article -- too many to include here -- and oh what a list! Enjoy. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2021/feb/12/52-perfect-romcoms-for-valentines-day?
Wonderful interview by Michelle Obama of Amanda Gorman
In Time magazine, February 15, 2021 'Unity with purpose' Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman in conversation with former First Lady Michelle Obama Amanda Gorman captivated the world when she read her poem “The Hill We Climb” at President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ Jan. 20 Inauguration ceremony. Sitting just feet away from the 22-year-old … Continue reading Wonderful interview by Michelle Obama of Amanda Gorman
Apple Watch users now exceed 100 million
As someone who has worn one from the beginning (I now switch off between a 4 and a 5, I think Apple Watches are not flawless but they do provide a collection of features I find invaluable. Making sure the Fitness circles close each day is addictive. My main physical activity, with the gyms unavailable … Continue reading Apple Watch users now exceed 100 million
A powerful, beautiful movie you can watch now — “The Dig”
‘The Dig’ Review: Unearthing a Glittering Tale Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan star as the duo behind a major archaeological discovery, a real event that astounded British scholars on the eve of World War II By Joe Morgenstern, Jan. 28, 2021 4:33 pm ET Every now and then a film comes along—not a great one, necessarily—that … Continue reading A powerful, beautiful movie you can watch now — “The Dig”
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