https://apple.news/Am5VHfjzjRFGwxSMKmai2ww Esquire, March 2024 AUSTIN BUTLER’S TRUE GRIT Long before he was Elvis, Austin Butler proved he had the mettle to make it in Hollywood. Now he’s back with two buzzy projects—Masters of the Air and Dune: Part Two—and a burning ambition that prompts the question: Is he the next great movie star? Vintage denim vest … Continue reading Is Austen Butler the next big movie star?
Month: February 2024
Alabama Supreme Court’s ruling isn’t really about embryos
http://www.newsweek.com/alabamas-bizarre-ruling-isnt-really-about-embryos-opinion-1872618 Alabama's Bizarre Ruling Isn't Really About the Embryos | Opinion Published Feb 22, 2024 at 3:02 PM ESTUpdated Feb 23, 2024 at 3:27 PM EST labama's Supreme Court ruling asserting that frozen embryos are "children" will have devastating and far-reaching implications. One of the largest hospitals in the state has already suspended in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments while its administrators weigh … Continue reading Alabama Supreme Court’s ruling isn’t really about embryos
Don’t put a wet iPhone into rice
https://apple.news/AQJcQOoToSeCuxISN5tjlwA Don’t put a wet iPhone into rice, says new Apple support document Ben Lovejoy for 9to5 Mac | Feb 19 2024 - 5:07 am PT While current and recent iPhones have better water-resistance than older models, they are still susceptible to water damage – and one of the most frequent pieces of advice you’ll find on the Internet is to … Continue reading Don’t put a wet iPhone into rice
Gemini AI — how to use it on your iPhone without an app
https://apple.news/ArdRiz4kmQ9mrde0wp-jwwA You can use Google Gemini AI on your iPhone without installing an app By Chris Smith for BGR Published Feb 20th, 2024 8:47PM EST Google gave its generative AI products a big upgrade a few days ago by rebranding almost everything as Gemini. Virtually all of Google’s AI products and services rely on the Gemini model, … Continue reading Gemini AI — how to use it on your iPhone without an app
Four MacDonald meals that could be included in a diet
http://www.shefinds.com/collections/best-mcdonalds-menu-items-weight-loss/ Shutterstock McDonald’s, a global fast-food giant, is renowned for its iconic golden arches and a menu that caters to diverse tastes worldwide. While McDonald’s has often been associated with indulgent treats and fast-food cravings, it might come as a surprise that some of their menu items can be integrated into a balanced diet, even supporting weight … Continue reading Four MacDonald meals that could be included in a diet
Why pay the IRS on time? Underpayments cost 8% penalty (compounded)
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/02/23/irs-underpayment-penalty-pay-on-time/ Why should you pay the IRS on time? The underpayment penalty is 8%. Interest is compounded daily. Don’t let your tax bill snowball. Advice by Michelle Singletary, Columnist February 23, 2024 at 7:00 a.m. EST With tax season in full swing, there’s one thing to remember: If you owe the IRS, the interest is hefty. … Continue reading Why pay the IRS on time? Underpayments cost 8% penalty (compounded)
Things not to buy at Trader Joe’s
https://apple.news/AUVg1P-KATyOi15Q9U3nmMQ 12 Items You Shouldn't Buy at Trader Joe's No one is perfect. Not even TJ's. By Ariel Klein for Real Simple, Updated on February 20, 2024 Trader Joe’s is beloved for its reasonable prices, array of easy-to-make frozen dishes, and inventive grocery items, but even the popular grocery store chain has made a few missteps. While we’re … Continue reading Things not to buy at Trader Joe’s
Climate change undoing decades of progress toward cleaner air
https://apple.news/AGAGFOLeOQ9mOi0gk9nTk9A Climate change is undoing decades of progress on air quality A new report finds that 1 in 4 people in the U.S. are breathing unhealthy air as rising temperatures and bigger fires create a "climate penalty." Lois Parshley for Grist, PublishedFeb 22, 2024 A choking layer of pollution-laced fog settled over Minneapolis last month, blanketing the … Continue reading Climate change undoing decades of progress toward cleaner air
Anthony Bourdain’s influence never dies — his 5-ingredient sandwich
https://apple.news/AXpPfK9o4TN6bKZGn7eB_mg [click thru for mouth watering photos] Anthony Bourdain's 5-Ingredient Sandwich Left Me Speechless My mouth is watering just thinking about it. By Courtney Kassel | Published on January 26, 2024 January is notoriously the longest month—it's hard to believe it's only 31 days because boy do those days feel longer than any other 31. … Continue reading Anthony Bourdain’s influence never dies — his 5-ingredient sandwich
The far right is scaring away Washington’s private hacker army
https://apple.news/AMfC4FHZBT02wN4CiHiSzeQ The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency launched the initiative — known as the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative — in 2021 to enlist outside tech pros in the fight against cybercrime gangs and state-backed hacking outfits following a series of high-profile breaches. | Getty Images The far right is scaring away Washington's private hacker army … Continue reading The far right is scaring away Washington’s private hacker army
Should GoFundMe be the way to pay for health care?
https://apple.news/A0Ume2z1uSHuqW08z2Qtkgg GOFUNDME IS A HEALTH-CARE UTILITY NOW Resorting to crowdfunding to pay medical bills has become so routine, in some cases health professionals recommend it. by Elisabeth Rosenthal for The Atlantic FEBRUARY 05, 2024 GoFundMe started as a crowdfunding site for underwriting “ideas and dreams,” and, as GoFundMe’s co-founders, Andrew Ballester and Brad Damphousse, once … Continue reading Should GoFundMe be the way to pay for health care?
Passkeys here to replace passwords — but will you like them?
My favorite bypass for remembering passwords is the Touch ID button in the upper right corner of my MacBook keyboard. I still have the responsibility of setting up a good password at the beginning but that button (or the computer's password) bring up my password from either Google or Safari's collected passwords. https://apple.news/ATXTHnBaWRpek5HZAZ8L25A BYE, ABC123 … Continue reading Passkeys here to replace passwords — but will you like them?
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