bookriot.com/52-books-in-52-weeks/? WHY I DECIDED TO READ 52 BOOKS IN THE NEXT 52 WEEKS Jaime Herndon Jun 30, 2021This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. My son turned 5 last month. While that might not seem notable, for me there was a shift. As a single parent … Continue reading You might want to try reading a book a week
Month: July 2021
Canada resisting opening the border because of COVID
http://www.wsj.com/articles/canada-resists-opening-u-s-border-as-covid-19-vaccinations-ramp-up-11624555494 Canada Resists Opening U.S. Border as Covid-19 Vaccinations Ramp Up Business groups, border city mayors and citizens are calling for the relaxation of pandemic border restrictions as Covid-19 cases in Canada drop Canada, along with the U.S., agreed to extend a ban on tourists crossing the land border until July 21.PHOTO: ZOU ZHENG/XINHUA/ZUMA PRESS By Paul … Continue reading Canada resisting opening the border because of COVID
Reduction in unemployment benefits not forcing people to take bad jobs
http://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/23/ending-unemployment-benefits-early-may-not-be-having-desired-effect.html Cutting off unemployment benefits early is not pushing people to find work, data suggests PUBLISHED WED, JUN 23 20211:34 PM EDT UPDATED WED, JUN 23 20218:45 PM EDT Greg Iacurci@GREGIACURCI Twenty-five states are ending federal unemployment benefits (including an extra $300 a week) ahead of their official expiration on Sept. 6. Their governors are … Continue reading Reduction in unemployment benefits not forcing people to take bad jobs
Where to find free audiobooks
bookriot.com/find-free-audiobooks/? WHERE TO FIND FREE AUDIOBOOKS Mara Franzen Jun 29, 2021 Ready for a summer full of reading? It’s no secret that once summer rolls around paperbacks are shoved into beach bags, and accidentally doused in sunscreen. But, there’s of course more than one way to read. Audiobooks are a spectacular way to read. Since all you need … Continue reading Where to find free audiobooks
Windows 11 won’t be officially supported by any Intel Mac – why?
9to5mac.com/2021/06/25/windows-11-wont-be-officially-supported-by-any-intel-mac-heres-why/ Windows 11 won’t be officially supported by any Intel Mac — here’s why Filipe Espósito - Jun. 25th 2021 2:49 pm PT @filipeesposito Microsoft on Thursday unveiled Windows 11, the next major update to its PC operating system. While it comes with a refreshed design and even the ability to run emulated Android apps, not … Continue reading Windows 11 won’t be officially supported by any Intel Mac – why?
Spices you shouldn’t have in your cabinet
bestlifeonline.com/spice-in-cabinet-news/ You Should Never Keep This One Spice in Your Cabinet, Experts Warn THIS SPICE NEEDS TO BE STORED SEPARATELY IN YOUR KITCHEN. By KALI COLEMAN JUNE 28, 2021 iStock While we've all been guilty of taking a little too much time to clean out our kitchen drawers and cupboards, there is nowhere more neglected than our … Continue reading Spices you shouldn’t have in your cabinet
How sexy blue aliens invaded Amazon’s best seller list
If you love books, you might check BookTok for the hottest (and that's literal for this series) books around. I raced thru the series and think Emma Carter is right on in her description of the books. I can testify to the utter fascination and total sweetness of the series. Open one at your own … Continue reading How sexy blue aliens invaded Amazon’s best seller list
Studies show COVID vaccines have better longevity than first thought
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/560497-study-finds-sign-of-long-lasting-protection-from-covid-19-vaccines Study finds sign of long-lasting protection from COVID-19 vaccines BY PETER SULLIVAN - 06/28/21 09:43 AM EDT The COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna produce a "persistent" immune response and give a sign of long-lasting protection, a new study finds. The study is a positive development in the discussion around whether booster shots of the vaccines will … Continue reading Studies show COVID vaccines have better longevity than first thought
7 more audiobooks for those who walk, vacuum, do laundry, etc.
http://www.vulture.com/2021/06/best-audiobooks-june-2021.html? 7 Great Audiobooks to Listen to This Month By Marshall Heyman, June 26, 2021 Photo-Illustration: Vulture; Photos by Publishers The audiobook category is expanding every day, and I certainly can’t listen to everything. The goal of this monthly column is to steer you toward audiobooks that I hope will provide the best experiences, pop-culture value, and something to … Continue reading 7 more audiobooks for those who walk, vacuum, do laundry, etc.
Higher education pushed to change by the pandemic
Remote learning has taught students and parents that they're paying a LOT of cash for little more than on-line lectures. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-670-billion-college-industrial-complex-is-under-threat-from-online-school-11624636809? The $670 Billion College-Industrial Complex Is Under Threat From Online School The global health crisis took a big bite out of higher-education revenue. But the pandemic’s long-term effect on colleges and universities may be … Continue reading Higher education pushed to change by the pandemic
How do gender stereotypes hold back innovation? Ex #1 the wheelie suitcase
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/jun/24/mystery-of-wheelie-suitcase-how-gender-stereotypes-held-back-history-of-invention Mystery of the wheelie suitcase: how gender stereotypes held back the history of invention Why have some brilliant innovations – from rolling luggage to electric cars – taken so long to come to market? Macho culture has a lot to answer for Technology such as having wheels on suitcases appear obvious in hindsight but … Continue reading How do gender stereotypes hold back innovation? Ex #1 the wheelie suitcase
Climate crisis/drought benefitting rattlesnakes
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jun/26/california-drought-rattlesnakes-bears Rattlesnakes everywhere: the odd consequences of California’s drought Snakes, bears and other animals seeking refuge from the drying landscape are increasingly finding their way into urban environments Wildlife vets have reported big changes in the numbers of abandoned babies or injured animals brought into their centers and sightings – especially of bears. Photograph: Noah Berger/EPA … Continue reading Climate crisis/drought benefitting rattlesnakes
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