http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/upshot/world-cup-standings.html World Cup 2022:How Teams Can Advance to the Round of 16 Updated 5:38 p.m. E.S.T. GROUP A »PTS. Netherlands7 Senegal6 Ecuador4 Qatar0 Netherlands 2, Qatar 0 Senegal 2, Ecuador 1 GROUP B »PTS. England7 United States5 Iran3 Wales1 England 3, Wales 0 United States 1, Iran 0 GROUP C »PTS. Poland4 Argentina3 Saudi Arabia3 Mexico1 Poland v. ArgentinaWednesday, 2 p.m. E.S.T. Saudi Arabia v. MexicoWednesday, 2 p.m. E.S.T. GROUP D »PTS. France6 Australia3 Denmark1 Tunisia1 Tunisia v. FranceWednesday, 10 a.m. E.S.T. Australia v. DenmarkWednesday, … Continue reading NY Times describes the path to the Round of 16 for World Cup as of November 29, 2022
Month: November 2022
2022 Book of the year? (a debut novel that I loved)
http://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/04/books/lessons-in-chemistry-bonnie-garmus.htmlSee also: bookriot.com/barnes-and-noble-booksellers-best-book-of-the-year/ She Moved From the Chem Lab to the Kitchen, but Not by Choice In Bonnie Garmus’s debut novel, “Lessons in Chemistry,” a woman who has been banished to the home front turns it into a staging ground for a revolution. By Elisabeth Egan Published April 4, 2022, Updated April 11, 2022 When you purchase an … Continue reading 2022 Book of the year? (a debut novel that I loved)
Rules for behaving like a decent human being while on a flight
Also read this for what to wear: http://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/tips/travel-outfits-comfortable/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/tips/flying-etiquette-reclining-eating/ The rules of flying like a decent human From reclining your seat to deboarding, we’ve got your guide to flying etiquette Advice by Natalie B. Compton, Nathan Diller and Hannah Sampson August 27, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. EDT Skip to main content Don’t be part of the boarding mob Know … Continue reading Rules for behaving like a decent human being while on a flight
Why are World Cup games now appearing in pairs rather than four of them, one after another, a day?
http://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/29/sports/soccer/world-cup-games-same-time-why.amp.html This is why World Cup games will be played at the same time for the next four [three] days. West Germany and Austria in the 1982 World Cup in Gijón, Spain.Credit...Popperfoto, via Getty Images By Ben Shpigel Nov. 29, 2022, Updated 11:09 a.m. ET For eight straight days, the soccer smorgasbord that is the World Cup … Continue reading Why are World Cup games now appearing in pairs rather than four of them, one after another, a day?
Amazon releases its list of 2022’s best books
https://nypost.com/2022/11/22/shop-amazons-20-best-books-of-2022/amp/ Amazon just released its 20 Best Books of the Year: Shop them now By Victoria Giardina November 22, 2022 | 2:58pm New York Post Composite New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Here at New York Post Shopping, we’re all about reading — and more … Continue reading Amazon releases its list of 2022’s best books
Likely heart benefits of coffee
https://www.salon.com/2022/10/04/coffee-may-be-good-for-your-heart-new-research-suggests/ Study suggests the heart benefits from coffee — but the preparation method matters Instant, ground or decaf? New study finds some forms of coffee improve heart health more than others By TROY FARAH PUBLISHED OCTOBER 4, 2022 5:59AM (EDT) Different Types Of Coffee (Getty Images/Avtor) Don't talk to me till I've had my morning heart medication. … Continue reading Likely heart benefits of coffee
One tribe is fighting to protect the Great Lakes and its ecosystems from oil spills
earthjustice.org/features/bay-mills-fighting-the-good-fight-to-protect-the-great-lakes-line-5-enbridge? One Tribe’s Fight to Protect the Great Lakes BY JESSICA A. KNOBLAUCH The Anishinaabe people are fighting efforts to extend the life of a dangerous oil pipeline that runs through its tribal territory and one of the world’s most sensitive ecosystems. A view of Spectacle Lake, Monocle Lake and Lake Superior in Bay Mills, Mich.WHITNEY … Continue reading One tribe is fighting to protect the Great Lakes and its ecosystems from oil spills
Japanese fans go viral for routinely taking out the trash after matches
Yes, I am totally obsessed with the World Cup until December 18th. Fortunately the World Cup only comes around twice every four years -- one to showcase the triumphant U.S. women's team (or it feels that way) and one for all the men to compete. I promise I will get to posting again about the … Continue reading Japanese fans go viral for routinely taking out the trash after matches
Why “Ka-TAR” is fine but “Cutter” is less fine
This discussion reminds me of the great difficulties faced by those not learning Chinese in their cradles since the same word can have different meanings depending on tone. In English, tone can convey emotion or emphasis but it doesn't change the definition of the word being said. Evidently, English speakers (and many others) use different … Continue reading Why “Ka-TAR” is fine but “Cutter” is less fine
Ten books about the World Cup’s past, present and future
/www.nytimes.com/2022/11/18/books/books-soccer-world-cup.html? What to Read During the World Cup The competition is not without controversy, but every four years, it enthralls billions. Here are 10 books that explain its history, its appeal and its future. The French team celebrates its 2018 World Cup victory. This year, the games will be played in the winter, to avoid … Continue reading Ten books about the World Cup’s past, present and future
Lionel Messi scores as Argentina saves its World Cup
http://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/26/sports/soccer/messi-argentina-mexico.html? Lionel Messi Scores as Argentina Saves Its World Cup Argentina’s biggest star scored the goal that saved the day. Enzo Fernández scored the one that made him smile.Lionel Messi scoring the go-ahead goal against Mexico on Saturday.Credit...Claudio Villa/Getty Images By Rory Smith Nov. 26, 2022, Updated 6:44 p.m. ET LUSAIL, Qatar — As he wrapped Enzo … Continue reading Lionel Messi scores as Argentina saves its World Cup
Where we’ll need to move as the planet gets hotter
https://time.com/6209432/climate-change-where-we-will-live/ Where We'll End Up Living as the Planet Burns A firefighter helicopter drops water to put out a wildfire in the Baixa Limia - Serra do Xures Natural Park near the village of Lobeira, Ourense province, northwestern Spain, on August 25, 2022. MIGUEL RIOPA- AFP/Getty Images) BY GAIA VINCE for Time AUGUST 31, 2022 6:00 … Continue reading Where we’ll need to move as the planet gets hotter
Abycats' Thoughts 