Changes in one of the leading browsers always merit attention. https://www.howtogeek.com/439510/whats-new-in-chrome-77-arriving-september-10/ What’s New in Chrome 77, Arriving September 10 Chris Hoffman @chrisbhoffman September 6, 2019, 6:40am EDT Chrome 77 hits the stable channel on September 10, bringing easy customization to Chrome. Forget downloading themes: You can apply your favorite colors to Chrome’s browser toolbars with … Continue reading Chrome build 77 (out today) has changes worth noting
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Apple refutes Google’s claim of massive hacks and vulnerability of Apple devices
Apple makes clear that Google's claims of mass exploitation of Apple's software are overreaching and inaccurate. Assuming the truth of the underlying facts as to the scope and duration of past problems, I believe the appalled reactions aren't excessive. Apple has claimed invulnerability as a key part of its advertising for years. Apple may do … Continue reading Apple refutes Google’s claim of massive hacks and vulnerability of Apple devices
Massive areas of overheated water in the Pacific are growing
https://earther.gizmodo.com/a-supercharged-marine-heat-wave-is-roasting-the-pacific-1837928320 A Supercharged Marine Heat Wave Is Roasting the Pacific Brian Kahn Friday 11:13am Image: NOAAOcean temperatures have skyrocketed in the northeast Pacific, ushering in conditions reminiscent of 2015. In other words, the Blob is back, and it could spell trouble for wildlife and fisheries from Alaska to California, according to data scientists with the … Continue reading Massive areas of overheated water in the Pacific are growing
Novel way to store tomato paste until you use up all the smidges
https://www.thekitchn.com/alton-brown-tomato-paste-tip-22947934 Here’s How to Properly Store Tomato Paste, According to Alton Brown by Isadora Baum (Image Credit: Jude Domski/Getty Images; Faith Durand) If you’ve got a small can of tomato paste, chances are that you’re probably not going to use it all in one recipe. You see, tomato paste is made by cooking tomatoes for several … Continue reading Novel way to store tomato paste until you use up all the smidges
Where does US pollution come from?
Elizabeth Warren announced, during CNN's climate town hall, that three industries were responsible for the emissions producing the climate crisis. This article gives the background facts. Please note that a different way of quantifying this is that 100 companies account for 71% of these emissions. https://www.cdp.net/en/articles/media/new-report-shows-just-100-companies-are-source-of-over-70-of-emissions https://www.thirdway.org/memo/eliminating-us-climate-pollution-consider-the-source Published June 26, 2019 16 minute read Eliminating US Climate … Continue reading Where does US pollution come from?
Many quotes about NYC (in case you need any more)
These aren't new, but they brought a smile to this Manhattan resident's face. There's a reason so many people move here and never leave. https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/the-best-quotes-about-nyc-the-people-who-live-in-it The Best Quotes About NYC & The People Who Live In It BY JEN CARLSON AUG. 30, 2016 3:25 P.M. There are a lot of wonderful quotes about New York City, … Continue reading Many quotes about NYC (in case you need any more)
Yet another study confirms ALL sodas are bad for your health
The title of this article paints a dire portrait of the effects of drinking any soda but the text is a bit less dogmatic. It's pretty clear that the risks of consuming large amounts of sugary sodas has many health risks. This fairly large-based study finds diet sodas elevate circulatory risks only. After viewing so … Continue reading Yet another study confirms ALL sodas are bad for your health
Thank goodness, Oscar-quality movie season is opening
I love watching movies in theaters but I do wish there weren't such clear seasons in terms of quality. Try finding an excellent new movie in mid-winter. But now we're moving into fall, when all the movies thought to be possible Oscar nominee-capable show up in the theater. Here are two lists (including the most … Continue reading Thank goodness, Oscar-quality movie season is opening
Fracking (producing natural gas thru brute force) is why UK failed to meet emissions goal – Guardian UK letters
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/sep/01/fracking-will-see-the-uk-miss-netzero-emissions-targets Fracking will see the UK miss net‑zero emissions targets Investment in fracking denies proper support to cheaper renewables, says David Cragg-James; government policies are damaging the environment, says Michael Miller; [omitted] Letters Sun 1 Sep 2019 12.56 EDT Last modified on Sun 1 Sep 2019 13.25 EDT An anti-fracking protest in Lancashire. Photograph: Sopa Images/LightRocket via … Continue reading Fracking (producing natural gas thru brute force) is why UK failed to meet emissions goal – Guardian UK letters
If you wonder why so many people love New York City, here’s a list
https://www.timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/50-reasons-why-nyc-is-the-greatest-city-in-the-world 50 reasons why NYC is the greatest city in the world right now From the public library and the skyline to rent finally going down (slightly), here are 50 facts that prove living in NYC is better than living anywhere else By Jillian Anthony, Adam Feldman, Andrew Frisicano, Will Gleason, David Goldberg, Clayton Guse, … Continue reading If you wonder why so many people love New York City, here’s a list
Why has Dorian acted so strangely?
https://www.wired.com/story/why-hurricane-dorian-defied-forecasts-and-sank-the-bahamas/ Eric Niiler Science 09.04.2019 07:00 AM Why Hurricane Dorian Defied Forecasts and Sank the Bahamas The storm evolved swiftly and unpredictably. But it was other weather phenomena that caused Dorian to stall, devastating the island nation. Astronaut Nick Hague posted this photograph of Hurricane Dorian to Twitter from the International Space Station. By Tuesday … Continue reading Why has Dorian acted so strangely?
B&N running a fire sale on Nooks and Nook accessories
Even before Amazon Kindle became the juggernaut it still is, I was concerned about the longevity and support by B&N for Nook devices. They have not been discontinued and B&N now has a new owner. Whether this sale is a predicate toward exiting the business is unknown. https://goodereader.com/blog/barnes-and-noble-nook-ereader-news/barnes-and-noble-is-having-a-firesale-on-nook-and-accessories Barnes and Noble is having a firesale … Continue reading B&N running a fire sale on Nooks and Nook accessories
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