Tuesday, April 10, 2018

@21:23, 4/10/18

Watching

8 Recent Netflix Original Series That Are Worth Your Time

Overwhelmed by the number of Netflix original shows? We’re here to help.

Next!

2
Fashion & Style

Mark Zuckerberg’s I’m Sorry Suit

The Facebook C.E.O. wore a suit and tie to testify before Congress instead of his usual gray T-shirt. Here’s why it mattered.

Facebook will not change its business model.

3
U.S.

Facebook Fallout Deals Blow to Mercers’ Political Clout

Rebekah and Robert Mercer, the conservative donors behind Cambridge Analytica, are trying to limit damage to their nascent empire and deflect scrutiny from their business endeavors.

Their clout is their ability to manipulate individuals.
Noise will not change that.

4
Sports

Aaron Boone and Alex Cora Take Their Places in Storied Rivalry

Boone had largely been forgiven in Boston for the home run that was the last gasp of the Yankees’ dominance over the Red Sox, but he’s back in the rivalry as the Yankees’ manager.

"The curse of the bambino" has lost its mojo.

5
World

Diplomatic Riddle Solved: Neither Trumps nor Obamas to Attend Royal Wedding

In a sharp departure from tradition, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle avoided a protocol headache by deciding that no political leaders would be invited.

I am relieved.
So are they.

6
Well

Traumatic Brain Injuries Are Tied to Dementia

Even a single mild concussion was tied to an increased risk of dementia.

End football.

7
Sports

Liverpool, and Champions League, Dent Manchester City’s Lofty Status

Falling short in the quarterfinals of such a volatile competition merely showed that Manchester City is not perfect — yet.

"Winning is the only thing"

8
Science

Clown Fish Need More Energy to Live in a Bleached Home

Warmer oceans can bleach sea anemones, not just coral. The clown fish that rely on these stinging animals for shelter become very stressed out, scientists report.

People who are paying attention know the time for action is now.

9
Technology

Closing Facebook Comment Windows

Facebook’s “post tabs” try to keep you in the conversation your friends are having about your posts, but you can turn off the tabs.

In or out.  Choose one.

I do not look at Facebook  ordinarily.

10
Books

Barbara Ehrenreich Urges Us to Accept, Accept the Dying of the Light

In “Natural States,” Ehrenreich assails the American conflation of health with virtue and offers charming contrarian thoughts about the wellness movement.

Parul Sehgal is less aware of time than Barbara Ehrenreich.
 Life is good.  Lets not crowd it or rush away from it.

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