http://www.npr.org/2022/11/07/1134313306/steven-spielberg-the-fabelmans-review See how a young Steven Spielberg fell in love with film in 'The Fabelmans' November 7, 202211:22 AM ET Heard on Fresh Air JUSTIN CHANG Young Sammy (Mateo Zoryon Francis-DeFord) experiences the magic of the movies with his parents (Paul Dano and Michelle Williams) in The Fabelmans. Universal Pictures Steven Spielberg has never been shy about weaving … Continue reading See how Steven Spielberg fell in love with film in “The Fabelmans”
Month: December 2022
NPR’s favorite books of 2022
https://www.npr.org/2022/12/05/1138680443/most-recommended-books-npr 8 books that NPR critics and staff were eager to tell you about in 2022 December 5, 20226:00 AM ET MAISON TRAN Maison Tran/NPR It's that time of year again: NPR brings you the complete Books We Love list for 2022, a quirky, highly personal collection of our staff and contributors' favorite books of the year. … Continue reading NPR’s favorite books of 2022
20 of the best audiobooks of all time
bookriot.com/best-audiobooks-of-all-time/ 20 OF THE BEST AUDIOBOOKS OF ALL TIME Mikkaka Overstreet Dec 9, 2022 This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Determining the best audiobooks of all time is a highly subjective process. What makes an audiobook the best? Do they have to have famous narrators … Continue reading 20 of the best audiobooks of all time
Time to buy forever stamps again
https://www.cnet.com/how-to/stamp-prices-are-going-up-heres-how-to-avoid-the-increase/ https://www.cnet.com/how-to/stamp-prices-are-going-up-heres-how-to-avoid-the-increase/ Stamp Prices Are Going Up. Here's How to Avoid the Increase Dan Avery Oct. 18, 2022 9:00 a.m. PT Getty Images What's happening The Post Office intends to increase the price of first-class stamps from 60 cents to 63 cents starting in late January 2023. Why it matters The rate hike reflects the … Continue reading Time to buy forever stamps again
Mbappe and Messi are teammates when not at the World Cup — perspective
https://theathletic.com/4009238/2022/12/17/lionel-messi-kylian-mbappe-world-cup-final/ Messi, Mbappe and an uncomfortable rivalry defined by mutual respect Oliver Kay, Dec 17, 2022 At some point on Sunday evening, possibly just before the World Cup final but certainly once it’s over, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe will embrace and a thousand photographers at Lusail Stadium will rush to capture the moment. Depending on the result, it will be … Continue reading Mbappe and Messi are teammates when not at the World Cup — perspective
How much will the oceans rise when the glaciers melt?
http://www.universetoday.com/157947/27-to-78-cm-of-sea-level-rise-could-be-locked-in-from-melting-greenland-ice-caps/ Image: The latest research using satellite data has confirmed that rising sea levels are inevitable. Credit: Annie Spratt. POSTED ON OCTOBER 4, 2022 BY CATHRINE VERSFELD 27 to 78 cm of sea Level Rise Could be Locked in From Melting Greenland ice Caps Recent climate research, published in the Nature Climate Change journal has confirmed that melting icecaps … Continue reading How much will the oceans rise when the glaciers melt?
Wonderful GQ article about Christian Bale
http://www.gq.com/story/christian-bale-november-cover-interview? Christian Bale Keeps Trying to Quit Hollywood He’s spent decades pretending to not be himself. Now, at 47, one of the world’s greatest actors speaks with rare candor about navigating a career he never quite chose and building a life he sometimes can't fathom. BY ZACH BARON PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREGORY HARRIS October 5, 2022 Somehow, Christian … Continue reading Wonderful GQ article about Christian Bale
Terrific New Yorker articles about World Cup 2022’s championship day
https://www.newyorker.com/sports/world-cup-2022/the-genius-of-lionel-messi-just-walking-around? WORLD CUP 2022 THE GENIUS OF LIONEL MESSI JUST WALKING AROUND The legendary striker can often be found off the ball, strolling and dawdling and looking mildly uninterested. Here’s what he’s actually doing. On Sunday, a global audience of a billion plus will tune into the World Cup final to behold the most transfixing … Continue reading Terrific New Yorker articles about World Cup 2022’s championship day
3 changes to your morning routine that will energize your entire day
https://www.insider.com/morning-routine-to-feel-alert-all-day-2022-11 3 things you should do as soon as you wake up to feel alert throughout the day, according to a Stanford neuroscientist Jake Johnson 9 hours ago Dr. Andrew Huberman said exposure to natural light early in the day is the best thing we can do to feel awake. Your morning routine can help … Continue reading 3 changes to your morning routine that will energize your entire day
If you have a Roku, you’re getting 11 new AMC channels — free
bgr.com/entertainment/if-you-have-a-roku-youre-getting-11-new-amc-channels-for-free/ If you have a Roku, you’re getting 11 new AMC channels for free By Jacob Siegal November 3rd, 2022 at 4:48 PM Most every streaming service now offers an ad-supported plan, but some are cheaper than others. In fact, some are completely free, such as The Roku Channel, which already features over 300 free live linear … Continue reading If you have a Roku, you’re getting 11 new AMC channels — free
Happy every after: 100 swoon-worthy romances
Older but could come in handy The full article is here: http://www.npr.org/2015/07/29/426731847/happy-ever-after-100-swoon-worthy-romances Below is the beginning of that article followed by the printable list found at: https://www.npr.org/2015/07/29/427477293/100-swoon-worthy-romances-the-printable-list Happy Ever After: 100 Swoon-Worthy Romances July 29, 20157:03 AM ET NPR STAFF Mary McLain/NPR Any time is a good time for a hot read — and just … Continue reading Happy every after: 100 swoon-worthy romances
Will sport washing give Saudi Arabia the World Cup in 2030?
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/16/messi-business-how-sportswashing-could-land-saudi-arabia-the-2030-world-cup Messi business: how ‘sportswashing’ could land Saudi Arabia the 2030 World Cup Qatar has written the playbook on how to further geopolitical aims by hosting a Fifa event. Riyadh is taking notes by Alex Lawson, Fri 16 Dec 2022 01.00 EST If Lionel Messi lifts the World Cup trophy it will not only represent a … Continue reading Will sport washing give Saudi Arabia the World Cup in 2030?
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