https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/political-text-messages-stop-17cf2abb I Replied ‘Stop’ to a Political Text Message. I Got 100 More. Our columnist tried to cut off unwanted texts, and a barrage followed. Here’s how she ultimately banished them. By Joanna Stern, Oct. 31, 2024 1:03 pm ET Friday, 12:05 p.m.: “Pres. Trump’s Sec. of State here!” I might have actually bought that Mike Pompeo was texting me … Continue reading Stop saying “stop” to political messages — that just increases their number — here’s what to do
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“Expired” COVID-19 home tests may still be fine
https://apple.news/At0R5Y1BoRAyZPA390XmkVg You may not need to throw out those ‘expired’ Covid-19 home tests By Sam Tupper, CNN Published 6:30 AM EDT, Wed October 30, 2024 Four free home Covid-19 antigen tests are available to order at COVIDTests.gov, part of the seventh round of the federal government’s test-distribution program. And although this round of test orders has been … Continue reading “Expired” COVID-19 home tests may still be fine
How to use the new text effects in iMessages on iPhone with iOS 18
https://appleinsider.com/inside/ios-18/tips/how-to-use-the-new-text-effects-in-messages-on-iphone-with-ios-18 How to use the new text effects in Messages on iPhone with iOS 18 Oliver Haslam | Oct 24, 2024 1 Facebook x.com Reddit Apple's iOS 18 software update brought plenty of new features, including to the Messages app. The addition of cool new text effects gives iPhone owners new ways to communicate and they're surprisingly easy to … Continue reading How to use the new text effects in iMessages on iPhone with iOS 18
Monday was the hottest temperature ever recorded for the globe, surpassing Sunday
http://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/hottest-day-ever-record-monday-sunday-rcna163408 Monday was the world's hottest day ever recorded — breaking Sunday's short-lived record Global temperature records have been broken twice in a row this week. A man jumps into a pool during the heat wave Monday in Tehran, Iran. Majid Asgaripour / via Reuters July 24, 2024, 1:05 PM EDT By Elysee Barakett and Evan Bush The Summary Monday … Continue reading Monday was the hottest temperature ever recorded for the globe, surpassing Sunday
What was Chevron deference and why did it matter?
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c51ywwrq45qo The Chevron deference, and why it mattered June 28, 2024 By Anthony Zurcher, Nada Tawfik, Lisa Lambert & Kayla Epstein, BBC NewsShare The Chevron deference was overturned in a case involving herring fishermen The Supreme Court in a 6-3 vote killed a legal precedent that conservatives have attacked for decades, known as the "Chevron deference". "Today, … Continue reading What was Chevron deference and why did it matter?
Dr Fauci’s memoir finally out — and worth reading
http://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/books/review/on-call-anthony-fauci.html Anthony Fauci, a Hero to Some and a Villain to Others, Keeps His Cool In a frank but measured memoir, “On Call,” the physician looks back at a career bookended by two public health crises: AIDS and Covid-19. Credit...Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images By Alexandra Jacobs Published June 18, 2024Updated June 20, 2024BUY BOOK ▾ When you purchase an independently … Continue reading Dr Fauci’s memoir finally out — and worth reading
Apple products all moving toward being thinner
9to5mac.com/2024/06/16/new-iphone-macbook-pro-apple-watch-thinner-design/ Apple planning redesigned iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Apple Watch that are significantly thinner Chance Miller | Jun 16 2024 - 5:48 am PT 91 Comments Last month, Apple unveiled its thinnest product ever with the new M4 iPad Pro. Measuring in at 5.1mm, the 13-inch M4 iPro Pro is even thinner than the iPod nano. As it … Continue reading Apple products all moving toward being thinner
Why iPhones remain a top choice for tech-savvy seniors
https://apple.news/AwHy3_4qNTmyRCWA86JaABQ Why iPhones Remain a Top Choice for Tech-Savvy Seniors By Greg Grzesiak for GritDaily Published on June 17, 2024 Technology holds immense potential to enrich the lives of older adults. It offers numerous advantages, from health and safety to convenience and social interaction. However, it’s common for individuals to experience apprehension toward change as they age. Still, … Continue reading Why iPhones remain a top choice for tech-savvy seniors
What the Supreme Court decision means for abortion pill access
apple.news/AaGzCnbBAT4WTwrVnGFAwGg What the Supreme Court decision means for abortion pill access The Supreme Court unanimously rejected an attempt to significantly restrict access to mifepristone, a key abortion medication. By Sabrina Malhi for the Washington Post June 13, 2024 at 2:07 p.m. EDT The Supreme Court unanimously rejected an attempt to significantly restrict access to a key abortion medication, mifepristone, … Continue reading What the Supreme Court decision means for abortion pill access
Biden’s speech celebrating 80th anniversary of D-Day offers a defense of democracy for U.S. audience
apple.news/AM3WmZGgQSkWNR94iCaWjXA Biden offers forceful defense of democracy in Normandy speech aimed at American audience "I refuse to believe America's greatness is a thing of the past," he said. By Alexandra Hutzler June 7, 2024, 11:26 AM, ABCNews 2:37 Biden urges selflessness at D-Day remembrance in France Against the backdrop of Normandy Beach, President Joe Biden … Continue reading Biden’s speech celebrating 80th anniversary of D-Day offers a defense of democracy for U.S. audience
Bird flu spreading — here’s what you should know
http://www.self.com/story/bird-flu-h5n1 Bird Flu Is Spreading. Here’s Everything You Should Know Right Now We asked experts about runny eggs, milk, fatality rates, and more. By Katie Camero June 7, 2024 A new strain of bird flu, a.k.a. avian influenza or H5N1, has been circulating in birds and other animals around the globe for a few years now. … Continue reading Bird flu spreading — here’s what you should know
Filling out PDF forms on an iPhone or iPad
appleinsider.com/inside/iphone/tips/how-to-fill-out-and-sign-pdf-forms-on-iphone-and-ipadHow to fill out and sign PDF forms on iPhone and iPad Charles Martin | May 28, 2024 Filling out and signing forms using only an iPhone is easier than you think. 1 Facebook x.com Reddit Sometimes you need to sign or fill out PDF forms while you're away from your Mac. Here's how to get that … Continue reading Filling out PDF forms on an iPhone or iPad
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