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Guardian U.K.’s views on who will win Golden Globes and whomshould

The more time I spend with this publication, the more I prefer it to its United States competitors. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jan/02/golden-globes-2020-tv-who-will-win-and-who-should-win?

Reading order for Leigh Bardugo’s Grisha world

If you have a young adult in your life who reads dark fantasy, and want to know what the fuss is about, here are some ways of dipping your toes in the water. https://bookriot.com/2019/01/21/leigh-bardugo-books/ READING PATHWAY: LEIGH BARDUGO JESSICA AVERY 01-21-19 Chances are if you’ve been around the YA fantasy scene for a while now, … Continue reading Reading order for Leigh Bardugo’s Grisha world →

Your smart TV is also spying on you — turn it off

https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2020/01/02/amazon-fire-sony-vizio-smart-tvs-spying/2792152001/ Your smart TV is spying on you. Here are step-by-step instructions to stop it Jefferson GrahamUSA TODAY0:000:59 Those smart TVs that sold for unheard of low prices over the holidays come with a catch. The price is super low, but the manufacturers get to monitor what you're watching and report back to third parties, for … Continue reading Your smart TV is also spying on you — turn it off →

Why the Witcher’s horse is named Roach

Anytime you combine fantasy novels with video games, you're going to find arcane details that are trivial in appearance but have been considered in depth by the authors. Such is the case with The Witcher's horse(s) Roach. https://www.looper.com/181400/the-real-reason-the-witchers-horse-is-named-roach/ The real reason the Witcher's horse is named RoachHenry Cavill as Geralt on The Witcher NetflixBy Abbey … Continue reading Why the Witcher’s horse is named Roach →

Occasionally there’s good news about the environment

Drones have become increasingly prevalent. As they're subject to little regulation, they can be flown by anyone, anywhere, without a thought to whether those flights interview with important activities or simply the right to a peaceful, quiet time in your own backyard. Turns out tho that drones can be used to perform a needed task … Continue reading Occasionally there’s good news about the environment →

Watch out if you go to movies at AMC Lincoln on W 68th and Broadway

https://www.westsiderag.com/2020/01/02/thieves-target-movie-theater-on-broadway-police-say Thieves Target Movie Theater on Broadway, Police Say Posted on January 2, 2020 at 8:27 pm by West Sider Surveillance images of the suspects. A crime spree at a local AMC movie theater has police on the alert. A group of men have been swiping bags from moviegoers at the AMC at 1998 Broadway … Continue reading Watch out if you go to movies at AMC Lincoln on W 68th and Broadway →

With climate change, evergreens may take over North American forests

Deciduous trees may simply not be able to withstand the pressure of the climate crisis. Evergreen trees may be better suited to the new conditions. https://www.discovermagazine.com/environment/with-climate-change-evergreen-trees-may-begin-to-take-over-americas-forests

Comprehensive overview of Amazon’s Audible: how it works, the pros and cons

Quite a detailed article about how Amazon Audible, the easiest resource for audiobooks outside libraries, operates. Lots of info. Enjoy. https://www.reviewed.com/lifestyle/features/audible-review-is-amazons-audiobook-service-worth-the-money

Want to stop Amazon, Google, and Facebook from always listening?

If you’re as creeped out as I am by the concept of any faceless stranger or group listening to every word you say, here’s how to remove that power. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2019/12/31/stop-google-home-amazon-echo-facebook-portal-listening/2777408001/

Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again

There’s little doubt that some passages in romance novels are racist, particularly in years past. But such language was largely ignored until Courtney Milan began pointing out the language. Now she has been disciplined by the Romance Writers of America (RWA) while those who write in an unobjectionable manner have received no censure. While I … Continue reading Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again →

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has great potential goal for disaster

The choice of Qatar as the host country for the 2022 World Cup is known to have been produced by bribes and corruption. Nonetheless, preparations continue (such as they are). I feel for players and spectators alike. https://qz.com/1777344/will-qatar-be-ready-to-host-the-world-cup-in-2022/?