http://www.wsj.com/articles/yosemites-sequoias-survive-washburn-fireand-might-benefit-from-it-11657713600 Yosemite’s Sequoias Survive Washburn Fire—and Might Benefit From It Fire is still burning but has missed the Mariposa Grove, lessening risk of blazes reaching giant trees in future; ‘Now we will have an awful lot of protection’ A grove of giant sequoia trees in Yosemite National Park survived a nearby wildfire that has been … Continue reading Yosemite’s sequoias survive Washburn fire — and may benefit from it
Care about wasteful burning of carbon? Here are examples to yip about
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jul/21/kylie-jenner-short-private-jet-flights-super-rich-climate-crisis A 17-minute flight? The super-rich who have ‘absolute disregard for the planet’ Kylie Jenner is far from the only celebrity to make short hops using private jets despite mounting concerns over the climate crisis Private jets are seen on the tarmac at Friedman Memorial airport in Sun Valley, Idaho. Photograph: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Oliver Milman, graphics … Continue reading Care about wasteful burning of carbon? Here are examples to yip about
Retired four-star generals and admirals aver that Trump’s actions on Jan 6 were a dereliction of duty
What Trump wanted was to lead a mob in an armed coup so that he could retain power. With the goal, he *chose* to let the havoc continue in hopes of overturning the results of a lawful and properly handled election. This was not a failure to act. This was an intentional series of choices, … Continue reading Retired four-star generals and admirals aver that Trump’s actions on Jan 6 were a dereliction of duty
Changing to your husband’s name matters (NY Times OpEd and my comment)
I was born with my father's last name. I married young (20 years old) and took my husband's last name -- an "of course" at that time. It was awkward to pronounce but worse to spell. My college degree and both of my advanced degrees are in that name. So I kept it even after … Continue reading Changing to your husband’s name matters (NY Times OpEd and my comment)
Jordan Peele’s new sci-fi/western/horror movie: links for three thoughtful reviews and two interviews
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/08/01/nope-is-a-wild-but-self-aware-mashup-of-sci-fi-and-westerns? “Nope” Is a Wild but Self-Aware Mashup of Sci-Fi and Westerns The spaceship in Jordan Peele’s film absorbs material and then spews it out, an apt metaphor for the director’s follow-up to “Get Out” and “Us.” By Anthony Lane, July 22, 2022 Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer star in Jordan Peele’s film.Illustration by Matt Williams … Continue reading Jordan Peele’s new sci-fi/western/horror movie: links for three thoughtful reviews and two interviews
How to stay safe in the heat
http://www.nytimes.com/explain/2022/07/20/well/heat-wave-safety How to Stay Safe in the Heat People flocked to Alki Beach in Seattle in June 2021 to escape the heat.Credit...Ruth Fremson/The New York Times By The New York Times Published July 20, 2022 Heat waves are become increasingly common across the world, as a result of climate change and other factors. Knowing how to keep yourself … Continue reading How to stay safe in the heat
Public transit is far more environmentally friendly than cars — but it has its own unique problems
Inside Climate News produces this newsletter and others. Kristopher Tigue always has something to say that's worth reading and thinking about. The sign-up link for your own copy is at the bottom. A twice-weekly digest of the most pressing climate-related news, released every Tuesday and Friday, written by Kristoffer Tigue. This issue is from July … Continue reading Public transit is far more environmentally friendly than cars — but it has its own unique problems
Bestselling author from NYC’s UWS says “I was remarkably obscure until Nicole Kidman”
http://www.westsiderag.com/2022/07/22/bestselling-uws-author-says-i-was-remarkably-obscure-until-nicole-kidman Bestselling UWS Author Says, ‘I Was Remarkably Obscure Until Nicole Kidman’ July 22, 2022 | 3:07 PM Photograph by Richard Avedon. By Lisa Kava Upper West Sider Jean Hanff Korelitz, is the author of eight novels, one middle-grade book, and a collection of poetry. But Korelitz says, despite all those publications, she was not … Continue reading Bestselling author from NYC’s UWS says “I was remarkably obscure until Nicole Kidman”
California’s sweeping new plastics law could be a game changer
https://apple.news/AoqHwMz-GTOGiUtd3EKipIg California’s sweeping new plastics law could be a game changer It will take several years to find out for sure, but the world's fifth largest economy will likely force changes far beyond the state's borders. One million plastic beverage bottles are bought every minute around the world. The United States creates more plastic than … Continue reading California’s sweeping new plastics law could be a game changer
Why don’t more people use heat pumps for heat and a/c when they use less energy? Japanese do
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/07/21/europe-heat-wave-heat-pump/ Europe is overheating. This climate-friendly AC could help. Heat pumps are efficient and eco-friendly. So why are they so rarely used? By Pranshu Verma Updated July 21, 2022 at 10:56 a.m. EDT|Published July 21, 2022 at 7:00 a.m. EDT The United Kingdom declared a national emergency this week during a historic heat wave that’s melted runways, snarled train travel … Continue reading Why don’t more people use heat pumps for heat and a/c when they use less energy? Japanese do
Unwelcome news for many — more than a 1/10th of a serving of alcohol has risks and no health benefits for the young (under 40) adults
fortune.com/2022/07/15/alcohol-study-lancet-young-adults-should-not-drink-bill-melinda-gates-foundation/ Bombshell alcohol study funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation finds only risks, zero benefits for young adults BY CHLOE TAYLOR, July 15, 2022 10:08 AM EDT People under the age of 40 start risking their health if they consume any more than two teaspoons of wine or two and a half tablespoons of beer per … Continue reading Unwelcome news for many — more than a 1/10th of a serving of alcohol has risks and no health benefits for the young (under 40) adults
NYC becoming a true five-borough economy with Brooklyn gaining
patch.com/new-york/upper-west-side-nyc/s/ibvka/manhattan-loses-businesses-as-brooklyn-gains-in-stark-tale-of-two-boroughs? Manhattan Loses Businesses As Brooklyn Gains In Stark Tale Of Two Boroughs "New York City is becoming a true five-borough economy with Brooklyn leading the way." The City,News Partner Posted Fri, Jul 15, 2022 at 8:44 pm ETReplies (9) (Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY) By George Joseph, THE CITY July 15, 2022 "Simply put, the rents are too … Continue reading NYC becoming a true five-borough economy with Brooklyn gaining
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