https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/03/pfizer-moderna-and-johnson-johnson-vaccines-compared/618226/? The Differences Between the Vaccines Matter Yes, all of the COVID-19 vaccines are very good. No, they’re not all the same.HILDA BASTIANMARCH 7, 2021 ADAM MAIDA / GETTY / THE ATLANTIC Public-health officials are enthusiastic about the new, single-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, despite its having a somewhat lower efficacy at preventing symptomatic … Continue reading All vaccines are not the same, but does that matter?
Month: March 2021
Who’s behind studies used by Republicans to oppose clean energy?
Is anyone surprised that fossil fuel industry fingerprints are all over Republican-favored study opposing Biden's plans to clean the air and water? https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/09/republican-study-wyoming-biden-climate-plans Republicans' new favorite study trashes Biden's climate plans – but who's behind it? Wyoming representative Liz Cheney says the study proves Biden’s policies would destroy state economies. But it has the oil … Continue reading Who’s behind studies used by Republicans to oppose clean energy?
Rotten Tomatoes 2020 Best
AND THE TOMATO GOES TO… Welcome to RT’s 22nd Annual Golden Tomato Awards, which honor the best-reviewed movies and TV shows of 2020 — and, for movies, a little bit of 2021. Like many awards bodies, we decided to push back eligibility for our film categories to February 2021 to include movies released in the … Continue reading Rotten Tomatoes 2020 Best
Butterflies, key to ecology, are dying out
Unfortunate that the reason butterly populations matter is relegated to the penultimate paragraph (bolded by me). http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/mar/04/butterfly-numbers-plummeting-us-west-climate-crisis Butterfly numbers plummeting in US west as climate crisis takes toll The total number of butterflies west of the Rockies has fallen 1.6% a year since 1977, a study finds – ‘You extrapolate it and it’s crazy’ A … Continue reading Butterflies, key to ecology, are dying out
Much to learn about friendship from how boomers use Zoom
I have to agree that I'm more in touch with some of my long-distance friends than I was before the pandemic. Before, there were a million other activities competing for the time needed to simply be a friend. I find that I'm savoring the contact with people who felt further away before March 2020. https://www.vox.com/22307177/zoom-meetings-backgrounds-friendship … Continue reading Much to learn about friendship from how boomers use Zoom
Taylor Swift reminds us of nature
I'm one of the many boomers who respect Taylor Swift's talent and music. Despite the recent "making of" the album Folklore set at the bucolic Long Pond Studio, I hadn't focused on the persistence of nature images in her work. Lovely op-ed below. And do give that documentary about the recording of "Folklore" a try. … Continue reading Taylor Swift reminds us of nature
Race is a tough topic even to discuss
Is heat the problem? Or is there more?
nytimes.com/2021/03/08/climate/climate-change-heat-tropics.html? Global Warming’s Deadly Combination: Heat and Humidity A new study suggests that large swaths of the tropics will experience dangerous living and working conditions if global warming isn’t limited to 1.5 degrees Celsius. By Henry Fountain March 8, 2021 Here’s one more reason the world should aim to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, a … Continue reading Is heat the problem? Or is there more?
Why Daylight Savings Time will be harder this year
Bonus post added in wee hours of the morning. More than the usual explanation of who wants which kind of time permanently. Many different t viewpoints means nothing gets done. http://www.inverse.com/mind-body/daylight-saving-time-will-be-harder-this-time-heres-why
An easy roasted mushroom recipe
I absolutely love this recipe and made it just the other day. Incredibly easy, visually appealing, yummy. If you haven't gone to this website, GO. Lots of tips and hints included in every recipe. Means the articles can be a bit long but they're worth it for all the info you get. Enjoy! https://cafedelites.com/roasted-mushrooms/ BY KARINA 28 … Continue reading An easy roasted mushroom recipe
Best shows on Amazon Prime (Mar 2021)
What a wealth of great viewing!! http://www.complex.com/pop-culture/best-shows-on-amazon-prime/ The Best Shows on Amazon Prime (March 2021) BY ALYSON LEWIS, NATE HOUSTON Mar 05, 2021 Though Netflix and Hulu tend to get more buzz when it comes to streaming TV shows, Amazon Prime certainly gives the platforms a run for their money. Amazon Prime is home to not only a solid amount of original comedy, drama, … Continue reading Best shows on Amazon Prime (Mar 2021)
How much data are you willing to give T-Mobile and Sprint?
One of the reasons I'm such an Apple fan, beyond the quality and usability of their products, is their devotion to maintaining my privacy. At times, they go beyond what initially seems reasonable but I find all of their actions in this area are consistent with protecting my data. That's one of the reasons that … Continue reading How much data are you willing to give T-Mobile and Sprint?
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