Many people faithfully wear masks to prevent others from becoming infected with COVID-19. But while wearing masks is important to public health, it’s also a great fit for many Americans who are adjusting to a new garment and sweaty faces. Those of us with glasses have another problem to face: …
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The old ‘Twilight Zone’ speaks of the strange times in which we live better than the new.
Creator Rod Serling’s anthology show defined the genre and formed countless numbers of science fiction threads, but also covered themes that resonate to this day. These include, in no particular order, racism, loneliness, the fragile nature of society, and the enduring notion that the greatest threat to humanity is often …
Read More »Apple Watch deals: save on series 5 and 3 on Amazon
Anyone in the market for a new smart watch can get a pretty good deal on the full line of the latest Apple Watch model. Amazon has at least one of each Apple Watch Series 5 variant for sale for $ 100 off. Or, if you’re not looking to drop …
Read More »Qantas retires 747, won’t fly A380 for years
Qantas has just revealed a post-coronavirus recovery plan, which will see the airline landing 100 planes for about 12 months (and in some cases even longer), and laying off about 6,000 employees. Qantas Future Fleet Plans Given that Australia is expected to remain closed to visitors from most countries throughout …
Read More »Military summoned after TikTok’s ‘tea war’ goes global
(CNN) – You will remember the Boston Tea Party of 1773, when American revolutionaries trolled the British by throwing tea chests into Boston Harbor. A new dispute over the correct way to prepare a “cup” has become a similar international incident, with ambassadors from the United Kingdom and the United …
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