Notices by C Z Doval Santos (czds@mastodon.social)

“ #Climatechange is contributing to a global drying with no end in sight, according to a new study. “ https://time.com/7177603/global-freshwater-resources-drop-to-troubling-low/

Sharing the photo from Space Academy shared in FB “ Not a scene from anime... this incredible view is of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS over Mount Fuji, Japan “

This site one can put the location and get information about the partial lunar eclipse . https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/lunar/2024-september-18

“ Moon watchers will get a special treat this month: September's full "harvest" moon is also a supermoon, meaning it's slightly bigger and brighter than an average moon.
The full moon will be Tuesday night, September 17, 2024, at 10:35 p.m. EDT, NASA reports. The moon will appear full for about three days, from Monday evening through Thursday morning.” https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/09/12/septembers-full-moon-super-moon-and-harvest-moon/75193776007/

“ James Pennebaker, a social psychologist at the University of Texas at Austin, carried out another analysis for the outlet based on the transcripts of 35 interviews Trump gave from 2015 through 2024. Using statistical software to analyse Trump’s word use, Pennebaker found an increase in “all-or-nothing thinking” since the end of his presidency in 2021—a habit which can be a sign of cognitive decline, he said. “ https://www.thedailybeast.com/trumps-speeches-may-show-signs-of-dementia-and-cognitive-decline-top-experts-say

“ WASHINGTON, USA — The Pioneer Fire, which is burning across nearly 4,000 acres along the north shore of Lake Chelan, is predicted to burn until Halloween.
It can be surprising to hear that a wildfire which sparked in early June is expected to keep burning for four more months - however, Thomas Kyle-Milward with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said this is not entirely abnormal. “ https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/wildfire/pioneer-fire-chelan-3800-acres-zero-percent-contained/281-4bb3bde4-5ab4-46ee-a9e4-153cf33ecabd

“ Prof Kenyon and his colleagues only tested Listerine but he says the impact on bacteria would likely also be seen following use of other alcohol-based mouthwashes. “if they do use it, they should use the preparations without alcohol
“Alcohol-based mouthwashes are widely available. The public may use them daily to tackle bad breath or prevent periodontitis, but they should be aware of the potential implications.Ideally, should be guided by healthcare professionals.”
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/06/16/daily-use-listerine-mouthwash-risk-of-bacteria-cancer/

“ According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, the high alcohol content in some mouthwashes can irritate your mouth, particularly your gums. Saltwater rinses can be safer alternatives while also killing bacteria and keeping your mouth clean.

In addition to stopping bacterial growth, saltwater rinses have other benefits. These include reducing the amount of plaque in your mouth and promoting a safe recovery from dental procedures. “ https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-and-oral-health/salt-water-rinse

“ This article will cover the guidelines for how much fiber people should eat every day, foods that can help them meet those fiber goals, and the health effects of not having enough fiber in the diet. “ https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-much-fiber-you-need-per-day-by-age-and-sex-8656716


“ An oncologist has lifted the lid on the five measures you should take every day to reduce the risk of cancer:

Stay healthy! The five things to do to reduce risk of cancer
Stay away from alcohol
Don't eat red or deli meats
Avoid tobacco
Wear sunscreen
Exercise “ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13498285/oncologist-daily-habits-practice-reduce-cancer-risk.html

“ A growing number of economists and policy analysts are warning that Trump’s second-term agenda of sweeping tariffs, mass deportation of undocumented migrants, and enormous tax cuts would accelerate, rather than alleviate, inflation. “ https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/06/trump-plan-supercharge-inflation/678566/

“ In 2017, Republicans slashed the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%, giving massive corporations their biggest tax windfall since Ronald Reagan was president. A few years later, as Americans emerged from a global pandemic, these same corporations drove up prices for families.
While inflation hamstrung workers and families, it didn’t make a dent in corporate profits. Companies simply passed rising costs along to consumers” https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2024/05/27/trumps-corporate-tax-cuts-paved-the-way-for-inflation-opinion/

“ Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, who called the verdict against Trump “a monumental step toward justice for the American people.”

“Whether it’s an attempt to steal an election or overthrow our government, one thing has long been apparent: Trump is unfit to represent American democracy,” Johnson said after the verdict was heard Thursday.
Johnson, said Trump’s criminal conviction ought to disqualify him from the Oval Office. https://apnews.com/article/b59498a04d148a65ef33df36a61aa668

“ A new blood test can predict the risk of breast cancer returning three years before any tumours show up on scans in an “incredibly exciting” breakthrough that could help more women beat the disease for good. “ https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/jun/02/predictive-blood-test-hailed-as-incredibly-exciting-breast-cancer-breakthrough

“ Individuals with preeclampsia have an increased risk for young-onset dementia, according to a research letter published online May 30 in JAMA Network Open.” https://www.healthday.com/healthpro-news/womens-health/preeclampsia-linked-to-increased-risk-for-young-onset-dementia

The article list of 20 anti-inflammatory foods, plusways to incorporate them into one’s diet. “Your body can’t heal without inflammation. If it lasts a long time, inflammation can contribute to serious health issues, including obesity, heart disease, and cancer. “ https://www.health.com/mind-body/13-foods-that-fight-inflammation

The article provides “ Here's a roundup of fact-checks about the jury's verdict and its aftermath from the USA TODAY Fact-Check Team.”

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2024/05/31/donald-trump-guilty-verdict-fact-check/73923265007/

#cybersecurity #iot #privacy “ Consumer Reports published research that detailed 4 security & privacy flaws in cameras made by EKEN, a company based in Shenzhen, China, which makes cameras branded as EKEN, Tuck , & other brands.
These relatively cheap doorbell cameras were available online , Walmart , etc. The issue is if someone is in close proximity to an EKEN doorbell camera, they can take “full control” of it by simply downloading its official app — called Aiwit “ https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/29/popular-video-doorbells-eken-tuck-hijacked-researchers/

“ SHELTON, Wash. — A 19-year-old man narrowly escaped death in Mason County over Memorial Day weekend after falling down a 400-foot canyon. Sheriff's deputies and firefighters assembled and decided to use a rope and harness to scale the dangerous bridge and bring the 19-year-old to safety. “ . https://www.king5.com/mobile/article/news/local/teen-survives-400-foot-drop-canyon-shelton-bridge/281-26a85558-bb56-43d2-b8d0-9f8e69bb54f2

Lock him up 👉🏻 “ The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s criminal hush money trial on Monday held him in criminal contempt for the tenth time and warned he could face jail for continued violations of a gag order. “ https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/06/trump-hush-money-trial-day-12