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Monthly Archives: August 2024
66 Photos From The 1960s, The Decade That Rocked The World
By All That’s Interesting | Edited By John Kuroski Whether it’s the burning monk, the JFK assassination, or Woodstock, these images are still seared into the American consciousness 50 years later. This now iconic image of Marxist revolutionary Ernesto “Che” Guevara depicts him … Continue reading
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A whopping 80% of new US electricity capacity this year came from solar and battery storage
From Techspot – thanks to Bob P. In a nutshell: Solar and battery storage are having an absolute field day this year in the US. According to fresh numbers from the Energy Information Administration, the two sources accounted for a staggering … Continue reading
Posted in Climate, energy, environment
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ZIEGLER CLOSES $62,420,000 FINANCING FOR PARKSHORE JUANITA BAY (WA)
Thanks to Dan S. DATE: AUGUST 2024 DEAL: NEW COMMUNITY ZIEGLER’S ROLE: UNDERWRITER ZIEGLER CLOSES $62,420,000 FINANCING FOR PARKSHORE JUANITA BAY (WA) CHICAGO, IL – AUGUST 29, 2024 – Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce the successful … Continue reading
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At the New England Aquarium
Thanks to Mike C. Common Estimate: The widely cited odds of finding a blue lobster are approximately 1 in 2 million. Comparison to Other Rare Colors Interestingly, blue lobsters are not the rarest color variation: Color Estimated Odds Red (uncooked) … Continue reading
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The Story Bench
Ed note: An affable friend of mine had this terrific idea – a Story Bench. Here’s Dr. Bill explaining his socialization project. Something similar is discussed in a wonderful podcast on Hidden Brain–talking to strangers on a train.
Posted in Adventures, Communication, Dementia, happiness, Health
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Stories from the ICU–with a twist
Ed note: A few years ago, after my book was published, I had a series of interviews with Michael Hebb, the author of “Let’s Talk about Death (over Dinner): An Invitation and Guide to Life’s Most Important Conversation.” This 8th … Continue reading
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Summer market Tuesday the 20th at Freeway Park
You Are Invited… Tuesday | August 20th – 12-2pm | Seneca Plaza Support local artisans and musicians at our first ever Summer Market Festival in Freeway Park! Our neighbors at Park Place (Urban Renaissance Group) have … Continue reading
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Wonder what the cranberry rolls would say?
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Older Adults Do Not Benefit From Moderate Drinking, Large Study Finds
Ed Note: : “The attenuation of mortality observed for wine preference and drinking only during meals requires further investigation, as it may mostly reflect the effect of healthier lifestyles, slower alcohol absorption, or nonalcoholic components of beverages.” So wine in … Continue reading
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The Summer Day
Thanks to Pam P. Who made the world? Who made the swan, and the black bear? Who made the grasshopper? This grasshopper, I mean— the one who has flung herself out of the grass, the one who is eating sugar … Continue reading
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Parody plus – Hitler’s take on the election
Parody of Hitler’s response to the election battle – thanks to Mike C. (click on the muted speaker to get sound).
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Lahaina Celebrates Recovery of Historic 151-Year-Old Banyan Tree That Survived Devastating Maui Wildfire
Thanks to Pam P. The August 2023 Maui wildfires were devastating for the Hawaiian island’s people, wildlife and flora, including a century-and-a-half-old banyan tree in the beach community of Lahaina. The historic town is celebrating the landmark’s recovery, as parts of the 151-year-old banyan tree have begun to … Continue reading
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The Kennedy Bear
Thanks to Ann M. In remembrance of the dead bear cub and broken bike left in Central Park by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Only $32 less 10% for first order.
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50 very short rules for a good life from the stoics
by Ryan Holiday in Forge What is the job of a philosopher?“When the standards have been set,” Epictetus said, “the work ofphilosophy is just this, to examine and uphold the standards, but the workof a truly good person is in … Continue reading
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An American Tragedy: Rise of the AR-15 Rifle
By Fred Moody (thanks to Ed M.) On July 13, a 20-year-old kid named Thomas Crooks—a kid who was such a poor shot that he had failed to make his small high school’s junior varsity shooting team—came within a hair’s … Continue reading
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56 Of The Most Mind-Boggling Pictures From The Paris Olympics
by Matt Stopera in BuzzFeed (thanks to Bob P.) 1. First and foremost, the finish line of the triathlon. 2. Ukraine’s Yaroslava Mahuchikh getting over the bar in woman’s high jump. 3. I didn’t even know the human body could contort this way! (Continued)
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Research study mapping the brain at UW
Ed note: I was contacted by the UW researchers who asked me to post this information. Participants will be paid for the visits and travel costs will be covered. If you are interested in learning more about the Brain Map … Continue reading
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Election history in context by Heather Cox Richardson
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Scam alert
Warning from a fellow resident. The party invitation purporting to come from Maureen N. (via a business called “Punchbowl”) is a scam. Individuals who received this email should NOT to click on the link. According to the Punchbowl site — … Continue reading
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The best bidets of 2024, tested by editors (CNN)
Ed Note: Bidet toilets are nearly universal in Japan where the best selling Toto brand was established in 1917. As of January 2023, 72% of Japanese households have a bidet-style toilet, also known as a washlet, which is a brand name … Continue reading
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