http://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/feb/24/how-ukraine-railways-keeps-people-and-presidents-moving ‘Rail Force One’: how Ukraine railways got Joe Biden safely to Kyiv Alexander Kamyshin, head of the service, doesn’t get much sleep, but his team coordinated the president’s visit without a single leak Peter Beaumont in Kyiv @petersbeaumont1Fri 24 Feb 2023 06.00 EST Alexander Kamyshin, the head of Ukraine’s railway company Ukrzaliznytsia, doesn’t get much … Continue reading Another amazing Ukraine feat as Russia tries to wipe its people out
Month: May 2023
Professor Richardson is worth my daily time — today on the historical meaning of the Second Amendment
I highly recommend subscribing to her thoughtful examination of current political and other issues in light of her expertise as a Professor at Boston University. https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/p/may-6-2023?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Open in app or onlineMay 6, 2023HEATHER COX RICHARDSONFor years now, after one massacre or another, I have written some version of the same article, explaining that the nation’s current gun … Continue reading Professor Richardson is worth my daily time — today on the historical meaning of the Second Amendment
As usual with Apple products, its Apple Watch customer satisfaction far higher than competitors
https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/04/26/apple-watch-soars-above-the-rest-of-the-smartwatch-crowd-with-high-customer-satisfaction? Apple Watch soars above the rest of the smartwatch crowd with high customer satisfaction Andrew Orr | Apr 26, 2023 According to a recent consumer poll, Apple has the highest level of "stickiness" among smartwatch brands, and almost 80% of iPhone owners have one. Today's release of new research by Counterpoint Research emphasizes the success of the Apple Watch. According to … Continue reading As usual with Apple products, its Apple Watch customer satisfaction far higher than competitors
A California tunnel could save storm water for millions — why then is it so divisive?
http://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2023/03/01/california-tunnel-storm-water-rain/ A California tunnel could save stormwater for millions. Why is it so divisive? Even after storms drenched the drought-parched Golden State, a plan to capture more water and send it southward remains controversial By Scott Dance March 1, 2023 at 7:00 a.m. EST As drought-weary Californians watched trillions of gallons of runoff wash into the … Continue reading A California tunnel could save storm water for millions — why then is it so divisive?
Climate change is behind the increase in seasonal allergies
There Is No Stopping the Allergy Apocalypse Climate change is pumping the air with pollen, and it’s a problem even for people who don’t think they’re allergic. By Yasmin Tayag MAY 3, 2023, 11:47 AM ET These days, many Americans are muddling through an antihistamine haze. Between the sniffling, sneezing, and itching, those I’ve spoken with … Continue reading Climate change is behind the increase in seasonal allergies
Japan parade returning to NYC’s Upper West Side: what to know
Japan Parade Returning To The Upper West Side: What To Know The parade will take place on May 13 along Central Park West from 81st to 67th streets. There will also be a corresponding street fair. Gus Saltonstall,Patch Staff Posted Mon, Apr 24, 2023 at 1:46 pm ETReply (1) An image of Taiko drums, which will be … Continue reading Japan parade returning to NYC’s Upper West Side: what to know
Mergers of Paramount+ with Showtime and HBO Max with Discovery will trim (or change) what’s available
http://www.wsj.com/articles/paramount-showtime-dexter-billions-yellowstone-11675659107? Paramount Reveals Plan to Remake Showtime in the Image of ‘Yellowstone’ Premium cable network overhauls slate around franchises after merger with streamer Paramount+ Spinoffs and expansions for ‘Billions’ and ‘Dexter’ are part of Showtime’s plans for an overhaul.PHOTO: PHOTO: PETER IOVINO/SHOWTIME/EVERETT COLLECTION By John Jurgensen, Feb. 6, 2023 5:00 am ET Showtime is producing a wave … Continue reading Mergers of Paramount+ with Showtime and HBO Max with Discovery will trim (or change) what’s available
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NYC could fix its rat problem by turning parking spots into sealed trash containers — would save money and reduce rat population
http://www.curbed.com/2023/05/trash-containerization-parking-dsny-report.html? TRASH MAY 3, 2023 The City Can Fix Its Rat Problem If It Loses 150,000 Parking Spots By Clio Chang, a Curbed writer who covers everything New York City Photo: Artem Zavarzin/Alamy Stock Photo It turns out one neat trick can tackle the twin, unchecked plagues of New York City: cars and rats. A new Department … Continue reading NYC could fix its rat problem by turning parking spots into sealed trash containers — would save money and reduce rat population
Here’s what to do before and after your iPhone gets stolen
apple.news/AZyKoA2eyQNSvZXA_eqikRA We Hope Your iPhone Never Gets Stolen. But Just in Case… Here’s how to enable security settings, diversify data backups and freeze your credit PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY RACHEL MENDELSON/THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, SHUTTERSTOCK By Nicole NguyenFollow and Joanna SternFollow Since reporting on a rash of iPhone thefts that rob victims of their digital lives, we’ve heard from lots of … Continue reading Here’s what to do before and after your iPhone gets stolen
A wonderful new film based on a Judy Blume classic
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/apr/25/are-you-there-god-its-me-margaret-movie-review-judy-blume-rachel-mcadams Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret review – Judy Blume adaptation is a winner Abby Ryder Fortson and Rachel McAdams are remarkable in a thoughtful and funny expansion of the 1970s teen novel Lauren Mechling Tue 25 Apr 2023 10.44 EDT For all our snap-bracelet readiness to embrace girl power and its concomitant … Continue reading A wonderful new film based on a Judy Blume classic
Blessing of the bicycles at NYC’s St. Johns Saturday, May 6
Only in NYC could you have an event like this at a cathedral: ilovetheupperwestside.com/hundreds-of-cyclists-to-attend-blessing-of-the-bicycles-at-cathedral-of-st-john-the-divine/ Hundreds of Cyclists to Attend Blessing of the Bicycles at Cathedral of St. John the Divine Mike Mishkin May 1, 2023 Events The 25th annual Blessing of the Bicycles will take place at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine on Saturday, May 6 at … Continue reading Blessing of the bicycles at NYC’s St. Johns Saturday, May 6
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