I just graduated optometry school and I feel like I’ve lost a bit of my identity. I didn’t have much free time to focus on the things that make me happy and now I’m lacking inspiration. I can’t work until my license is approved so I’ve had days of doing nothing since May 7. It’s been great but it’s starting to get...
The woman claims the Massachusetts facility failed to diagnose her pregnancy as ectopic and, as a result, she lost a fallopian tube during emergency surgery.
A bridge that crosses the Yellowstone River in Montana collapsed early Saturday, plunging portions of a freight train carrying hazardous materials into the rushing water below. The train cars were carrying hot asphalt and molten sulfur, Stillwater County Disaster and Emergency Services said. Officials shut down drinking water...
One solution that might help would be to nationalize the tracks and give them to a corporation owned by the government. Fund them to repair the infrastructure rent track usage to the any company who want to ren trains on our rails.
Just got one a few days ago. Not exactly a CGM but easy to take measurements without additional sticks. I’m not impressed by the app, the lack of connectivity to Apple Health, and my one try with customer support on an app issue was not worth my time.
The federal effort to expand internet access to every U.S. home has taken a major step forward with the announcement of $930 million in grants to shore up connections in dozens of places where significant connectivity gaps persist. Those places include remote parts of Alaska and rural Texas. The so-called middle mile grants are...
I heard a story from a youtuber about how years ago they had a bad reaction to some E-Liquid and then afterwards their health was never the same again. I was wondering if other people have similar stories, not necessarily about E-Liquids but also other things that seem to have changed your health forever.
Florida has passed a law prohibiting most automakers from selling directly to consumers, but companies without prior dealership agreements are excluded.
I am not normally a JW fan (the standard Green is the exception) but this Islay heavier Island version was very enjoyable even in the tropical weather.
The College Board released a letter Thursday putting its foot down on further demands from Florida to change any of its Advanced Placement (AP) classes, the latest development in the ongoing feud b…
I bought a lift-top coffee table from a big box store almost a decade ago. It's entirely particle board and has seen better days cosmetically, but it's probably my single favorite piece of furniture. It's immensely practical for meals, using a laptop, or just bringing your remote/drink/whatever closer to your hand when laying...
Apple may regret picking the Vision Pro name for its new headset, as a rival firm has already trademarked it. And it’s not the only headache Apple is facing.
What are your favorite hobbies or time killers?
I just graduated optometry school and I feel like I’ve lost a bit of my identity. I didn’t have much free time to focus on the things that make me happy and now I’m lacking inspiration. I can’t work until my license is approved so I’ve had days of doing nothing since May 7. It’s been great but it’s starting to get...
Rather than a particular dish, what's your favourite food ingredient?
Eggs for me....
Woman Sues Anti-Abortion 'Pregnancy Center' After Her Ectopic Pregnancy Ruptured (jezebel.com)
The woman claims the Massachusetts facility failed to diagnose her pregnancy as ectopic and, as a result, she lost a fallopian tube during emergency surgery.
Took my first Trulicity jab last night
The stuff appears to be magic. I noticed a change in my Bg within hours. I hope that no unexpected side effects emerge.
Freight train carrying hot asphalt, molten sulfur plunges into the Yellowstone River as bridge fails (news.yahoo.com)
A bridge that crosses the Yellowstone River in Montana collapsed early Saturday, plunging portions of a freight train carrying hazardous materials into the rushing water below. The train cars were carrying hot asphalt and molten sulfur, Stillwater County Disaster and Emergency Services said. Officials shut down drinking water...
Elon Musk Silences Critics By Deactivating Accounts And Reaching Out To Their Employers (finance.yahoo.com)
Libra 3 monitors
Just got one a few days ago. Not exactly a CGM but easy to take measurements without additional sticks. I’m not impressed by the app, the lack of connectivity to Apple Health, and my one try with customer support on an app issue was not worth my time.
Rep. Lauren Boebert to force House vote on impeaching Biden (www.nbcnews.com)
The Colorado Republican is using a procedural tactic that requires the House to hold a floor vote on the resolution.
Biden announces $930 million going into ISP pockets in effort to expand internet access to out-of-touch Americans who can't read this headline (apnews.com)
The federal effort to expand internet access to every U.S. home has taken a major step forward with the announcement of $930 million in grants to shore up connections in dozens of places where significant connectivity gaps persist. Those places include remote parts of Alaska and rural Texas. The so-called middle mile grants are...
John Oliver approves! (lemmy.world)
Link to tweet: https://twitter.com/iamjohnoliver/status/1670179738348933120?s=20
People who destroyed their health within a short period of time, what happened?
I heard a story from a youtuber about how years ago they had a bad reaction to some E-Liquid and then afterwards their health was never the same again. I was wondering if other people have similar stories, not necessarily about E-Liquids but also other things that seem to have changed your health forever.
Vote for the name of this new Kbin and Lemmy iOS app under development! (mastodon.social)
Poll: What should be the final name for the #Kmoon app for #kbin and #lemmy? Below some suggestions from the community.
DeSantis Blocks Direct-To-Consumer Car Sales For Most Brands, But Not Tesla [UPDATE] (insideevs.com)
Florida has passed a law prohibiting most automakers from selling directly to consumers, but companies without prior dealership agreements are excluded.
Sometimes the best part of traveling is the duty free exclusives. (lemmy.world)
I am not normally a JW fan (the standard Green is the exception) but this Islay heavier Island version was very enjoyable even in the tropical weather.
Storm reports?
At my apartment, we were without power for almost 20 hours. If you know a City of Tallahassee utility worker, buy him/her a beer.
College Board says it won’t alter AP courses to comply with Florida’s laws (thehill.com)
The College Board released a letter Thursday putting its foot down on further demands from Florida to change any of its Advanced Placement (AP) classes, the latest development in the ongoing feud b…
Renogy 50 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Solar Panel $27.99 (www.amazon.com)
Amazon.com : Renogy 50 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Solar Panel (Compact Design) : Patio, Lawn & Garden
What's an inexpensive or low-quality item that you ended up loving and keeping for years?
I bought a lift-top coffee table from a big box store almost a decade ago. It's entirely particle board and has seen better days cosmetically, but it's probably my single favorite piece of furniture. It's immensely practical for meals, using a laptop, or just bringing your remote/drink/whatever closer to your hand when laying...
DeSantis approves bill partially banning direct-to-consumer car sales in Florida (www.cbtnews.com)
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed off on a bill prohibiting car manufacturers from using direct-sales models.
‘We want Trump’: Hundreds of former president’s supporters gather at Miami courthouse (www.politico.com)
City officials said they're able to handle thousands of protestors.
Apple may be forced to change the Vision Pro’s name (www.digitaltrends.com)
Apple may regret picking the Vision Pro name for its new headset, as a rival firm has already trademarked it. And it’s not the only headache Apple is facing.