Friday, September 15, 2017

@23:32, 9/14/17

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1
Real Estate

The Two-Minute Commute

Dr. Robert J. Cerfolio, a thoracic surgeon, wanted a good view, a washer-dryer, an excellent gym and outdoor space — all within walking distance of work.

Income is necessary.

2
T Magazine

The Illustrated Interview: Bruce Weber

The photographer sketched his answers using a Uni-ball pen in a cabin on the sea in Montauk, N.Y.

I would expect better composition.

3
Well

New Product Is First to Claim It May Reduce Peanut Allergies

The label of a new powdered peanut product is the first to be allowed to claim it may reduce peanut allergies in susceptible infants.

It is an introduction rather than a treatment.

4
Well

The Crisis in Gynecological Cancer Research

We’re in an unusually productive phase for gynecological cancer research, but there has been a steep decline in clinical trials in the field.

Trump is practicing eugenics.

5

Smarter Living

How to Clean Up Safely After a Hurricane or Flood

Cleaning after a hurricane, flood, or other major storm is different from regular, and even heavy duty, cleaning.

Normal caution.

6
U.S.

Frazzled Floridians in Search of a Balm

Almost from the first Hurricane Irma forecast, Floridians have been in an emotional cone of uncertainty, even those hardened by hurricanes past.

The forcasters at the NHC did very well.
The state government panicked.

7
Science

Maurice Bluestein, Who Modernized the Wind Chill Index, Dies at 76

While shoveling his daughter’s driveway one winter day, Dr. Bluestein, a scientist, realized something: The wind chill index was wrong.

Forced convection is well understood.

The index is a scary number.

8
Science

Testing an Electric Eel’s Shock Powers With His Own Arm

After years of studying eels, a researcher managed to experience something unexpected when he set out to study their ability to create an electric circuit.

Another test of an understood quantity.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrical_resistance_and_conductance

9
Travel

In Search of Authentic Santorini? Skip the Beach. Take a Hike.

Increasingly, hotel owners, walking tour companies and local travel companies are promoting the idea of experiencing Santorini by foot.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santorini

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santorini#Volcanism

10
The Learning Network

The Best Pizza

Are you a pizza lover? What’s the best slice you’ve ever had?

My next slice is my hope.

Even bad pizza is pretty good.

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