Report: How Closely ARE Our Phones Listening?

Our gardeners showed up yesterday morning, which was a big surprise to us since they always come on Tuesdays. Not only was it a Monday, but it was Labor Day! We leave the back door open a lot of the time so the dogs can go in and out, and I suddenly realized the barking I heard from them was more intense than just ‘barking at the neighbors.’ I walked out to the backyard and there was the gardener on the side of the house with his lawnmower looking at the dogs, waiting for them to get tired of barking or walk away (which wasn’t going to happen). I herded the dogs into the house and started talking to Michael about the barking and how I could tell it was different due to the stress in their voices. Here’s why I write this: ten minutes later, every ad on my social media was about how to stop your dogs from barking. Which brings me to to this very timely article from Futurism. Continue reading “Report: How Closely ARE Our Phones Listening?”

Adele Announces ‘Big Break’ From Music + More News

Pop star Adele has postponed five weekends of her Las Vegas residency due to vocal concerns.

Some news items you might have missed: • Pink News: Pop star Adele has announced she will be taking a “big break” away from music following the final dates of her Las Vegas residency: “After that, I will not see you for an incredibly long time.” Continue reading “Adele Announces ‘Big Break’ From Music + More News”

Biden: Netanyahu Isn’t Doing Enough To Get Hostage/Ceasefire Deal

President Biden

President Joe Biden told reporters this morning that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu isn’t doing enough to get a hostage deal and ceasefire in Gaza, amid huge protests after Hamas killed six hostages. Continue reading “Biden: Netanyahu Isn’t Doing Enough To Get Hostage/Ceasefire Deal”

Brody Sends Regards + ‘The Gay Best Friend’ + More News

Brody the wonder dog

Brody the wonder dog (above) sends his regards for a happy Labor Day holiday weekend. And since you’re here, some news stories you might have missed: • The Advocate: A Florida man who threatened a judge after she dismissed a suit challenging the state’s “don’t say gay” law has been sentenced to five years in federal prison. Continue reading “Brody Sends Regards + ‘The Gay Best Friend’ + More News”