1
Magazine
Judge John Hodgman on the Roommate Who Takes Phone Calls While on the Toilet
This is why emojis are a superior form of communication.There is no expectation of privacy on the internet.
The internet now includes the phone system.
Snail mail lacks immediacy.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/technology/personaltech/tech-security-experts-use.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fpersonaltech
https://whispersystems.org/
Setting up such a link is the problem.
2
Well
Do M.R.I. Scans Cause Any Harm?
Magnetic resonance imaging doesn’t carry the radiation risks of X-rays or PET scans. But there are safety issues to watch out for.True.
3
Sports
Yankees Beat Angels and End Seven-Game Losing Streak
The Yankees regained the American League East lead by a half-game over the Red Sox, with the help of the 15th home run this season from Matt Holliday, who filled in at first base.The Yankees are again the best team money can buy.
I will have to find their broadcasts.
4
Your Money
Does God Want You to Spend $300,000 for College?
The retail price of joining Father John. I. Jenkins at the University of Notre Dame is climbing ever higher. Here, the last in a series on faith and finance.God has not spoken on curriculum.
The various faiths have strong opinions on curriculum.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/22/nyregion/bill-de-blasio-mayoral-control-schools.html
The separation of church and state is vital to a functioning democracy.
http://www.exurbe.com/?p=4041
5
Arts
Events for Children in NYC This Week
Our guide to cultural events in New York City for families with children and teenagers.Worried parents find it impossible to leave managing childhood to the experts, the children.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friedrich_Fr%C3%B6bel
6
World
Canada’s 150th Birthday Rebranding
Canada celebrates its 150th birthday on July 1. Like all nations, it has its cherished symbols. Is it time to update some of them, maybe in a bad-ass kind of way?Canada is a sovereign nation.
Their politics are tory.
There is no king of France.
Great Britain is attempting deflation.
7
Technology
Uber’s Lesson: Silicon Valley’s Start-Up Machine Needs Fixing
Travis Kalanick, who stepped down as Uber’s C.E.O., had many enablers who turned a blind eye to the company’s faults because it was growing quickly."And if we want Silicon Valley to create better start-ups — which we should, for everyone’s sake — the Valley would be wise to now examine Uber’s entrails and find another way."
Nineteenth century technology has come up against limits.
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The Upshot
Shifting Dollars From Poor to Rich Is a Key Part of the Senate Health Bill
The bill is aligned with long-held Republican values, jettisoning Obamacare taxes. But it would also reduce funding for the care of low-income Americans.The Republican bill has no other excuse.
9
Arts
Video: Eluding Death by Design in a Tokyo Loft
Step into lofts in a Tokyo suburb that were designed by the artists Arakawa and Gins. Their philosophy was to extend life by altering one’s living space.Yes,
Personal space design is different from decoration.
Starting with an idea is better than starting with an image.
10
Real Estate
Creating a Garden Oasis in the City
You’ve finally got some outdoor space. Now what are you going to do with it?All it takes is money.
Japanese gardening is a developed aesthetic.
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