Google Chrome’s just sent out an emergency security update — install it right now

http://www.tomsguide.com/news/google-chrome-just-got-an-emergency-security-update-install-it-right-now? Google Chrome just got an emergency security update — install it right now By Anthony Spadafora, published November 29, 2023 New Chrome update patches a high severity zero-day and other security flaws Google has released a new emergency security update for Chrome to address a high severity zero-day vulnerability that’s currently being exploited by hackers. As reported … Continue reading Google Chrome’s just sent out an emergency security update — install it right now

NY Times’ top 10 books of 2023

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/28/books/review/best-books-2023.html The 10 Best Books of 2023 The staff of The New York Times Book Review choose the year’s standout fiction and nonfiction. By The New York Times Books Staff Nov. 28, 2023, Updated 11:25 a.m. ET Every year, starting in the spring, we spend months debating the most exceptional books that pass across our desks: the … Continue reading NY Times’ top 10 books of 2023

Best movies and shows on Hulu right now

http://www.nytimes.com/article/best-movies-shows-hulu.html The Best Movies and Shows on Hulu Right Now We’ve handpicked the finest movies and television shows currently streaming on Hulu in the United States. Take a look. By Jason Bailey Nov. 20, 2023 Sign up for our Watching newsletter to get recommendations on the best films and TV shows to stream and watch, delivered to … Continue reading Best movies and shows on Hulu right now

Ways to improve short-term memory

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/28/well/mind/short-term-memory-forgetfulness.html ASK WELL Now, What Was I Looking For? Why your short-term memory falters, and how to make it better. By Caroline Hopkins, published Nov. 28, 2023 Q: Some thoughts vanish from my brain as soon as I think of them. Why can’t I remember things I just knew? And how can I improve my short-term … Continue reading Ways to improve short-term memory

When’s the best time to buy plane tickets?

betterreport.com/the-best-time-to-buy-airline-tickets/ The Best Time to Buy Airline Tickets We all love to travel, but we don't love paying for it. Airfare costs have been sky-high in recent months and show no signs of dropping anytime soon. But while there’s no magic trick to securing inexpensive flights, there are a few best practices to follow — … Continue reading When’s the best time to buy plane tickets?

Epic fantasy books like “Fourth Wing” you’ll want to read

http://www.bookbub.com/blog/books-like-fourth-wing? Epic Fantasy Books Like ‘Fourth Wing’ You Need to Read By Emma Cubellis November 15, 2023 Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing has taken the internet by storm. With its fast-paced plot, compelling characters, simmering enemies-to-lovers romance, and (ahem) really cool dragons, it’s no wonder readers all over the globe have fallen in love Violet and Xaden’s story. If … Continue reading Epic fantasy books like “Fourth Wing” you’ll want to read

The worst long-term impact of COVID was what our children lost

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/18/opinion/pandemic-school-learning-loss.html OPINION THE EDITORIAL BOARD The Startling Evidence on Learning Loss Is In Nov. 18, 2023 By The Editorial Board The editorial board is a group of opinion journalists whose views are informed by expertise, research, debate and certain longstanding values. It is separate from the newsroom. Sign up for the Opinion Today newsletter  Get expert analysis of … Continue reading The worst long-term impact of COVID was what our children lost

20 Must read sci-fi books for readers who don’t like sci-fi

ookriot.com/sci-fi-books-for-readers-who-dont-like-sci-fi/ 20 MUST READ SCI-FI BOOKS FOR READERS WHO DON’T LIKE SCI-FI Courtney Rodgers Sep 15, 2022 This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Sci-fi can be intimidating. Let’s not pretend it isn’t. There’s a whole set of rules to the genre and a new vocabulary … Continue reading 20 Must read sci-fi books for readers who don’t like sci-fi

Three top frozen chicken pot pies

http://www.thekitchn.com/best-frozen-chicken-pot-pie-23437063 3 Frozen Chicken Pot Pies That Are (Almost) Better than Homemade Stephanie Ganz Once a professional chef (in the lifetime before kids), Stephanie Ganz has written for Bon Appetit, Eater, BUST, and Virginia Living and is a regular contributor to Richmond Magazine. She lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband, two girls, and one … Continue reading Three top frozen chicken pot pies

12 Billionaires’ climate emissions out pollute 2.1 million homes, according to analysis of research

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/nov/20/twelve-billionaires-climate-emissions-jeff-bezos-bill-gates-elon-musk-carbon-divide Twelve billionaires’ climate emissions outpollute 2.1m homes, analysis finds Research shows impact from lifestyles and investments of likes of Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Elon Musk Introduction: the great carbon divide Richest 1% account for more carbon emissions than poorest 66% Sandra Laville Environment correspondent Sun 19 Nov 2023 19.01 EST Twelve of the world’s … Continue reading 12 Billionaires’ climate emissions out pollute 2.1 million homes, according to analysis of research

The sneaky sticker-shock of subscription culture

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/19/opinion/subscriptions-netflix-apple-cost.html OPINION GUEST ESSAY The Sneaky Sticker-Shock of Subscription Culture Nov. 19, 2023 Credit...Andrew Tsen By David Mack Mr. Mack is a writer. Sign up for the Opinion Today newsletter  Get expert analysis of the news and a guide to the big ideas shaping the world every weekday morning. Get it sent to your inbox. In recent years, … Continue reading The sneaky sticker-shock of subscription culture

15 BookTok creators whose sci-fi and fantasy recommendations will shake up your reading list

https://www.polygon.com/23318855/booktok-books-recommendations-creators-sff-science-fiction-fantasy-list-tiktok [this is one you need to click thru as the BookTok creators are presented in short videos] 15 BookTok creators whose SFF recommendations will shake up your reading list For all of your science fiction and fantasy bookish needs By Nicole Clark  Aug 27, 2022, 1:00pm EDT Share this story Share this on Facebook (opens in new … Continue reading 15 BookTok creators whose sci-fi and fantasy recommendations will shake up your reading list