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Saturday, September 12, 2020
PJ of the day
I’m starting to like this mask thing. I went
to the supermarket yesterday and two people that I owe money to didn’t
recognize me.
Jaw dropping places on Earth
Turda Gorge, Transylvania,
Romania
Romania is famed for its Gothic
castles and rocky mountains, but the Turda Gorge is one of its most inspiring
treasures. The 1.8-mile (3km) gorge is awash with limestone caves and
picture-perfect peaks and troughs. It makes a perfect half-day hike to fully
appreciate its immense beauty and unique flora and fauna.
A trip to the last century
1977: Pro-Choice March
Abortion law became a pervasive topic in the
late 1970s, as numerous battles unfolded in U.S. courtrooms and legislative
halls. On Jan. 22, 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in the country’s landmark
Roe v. Wade case. It was ruled unconstitutional for a state to restrict access
to abortion. In 1976, Congress passed the Hyde Amendment, which prevented
federal funding from being used for abortions except in cases of rape, incest,
or when the woman’s life is in danger. Following those two key moments, the
debate played out in the streets. In this photo by Peter Keegan, women can be
seen demonstrating at a pro-choice rally in New York.
Friday, September 11, 2020
Editor's pick: Lover (by Taylor Swift) saxophone cover and more...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cbnc1fVz_FU&feature=emb_logo
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Lover (by Taylor Swift) saxophone cover:
PJ of the day
Quarantine seems like a Netflix series: just
when you think it's over, they release the next season.
Jaw dropping places on Earth
Kil, Yucatán, Mexico
Ik Kil, a natural cenote (or
sinkhole) in Yucatán, Mexico, was formed during heavy tropical rainfall, which
made its original limestone ceiling collapse. It's a truly picturesque natural
attraction not to be overlooked. Considered sacred by the Mayan people, many
visitors enjoy swimming in the pool's mesmerizing green waters.
A trip to the last century!
1976: Bruce Jenner at the
Montreal Olympics
In
July of 1976, Bruce Jenner, once dubbed the "world's greatest
athlete,” set a record in the men's
decathlon and won a gold medal at the Olympics Games in Montreal. Jenner beat
Soviet runner Mykola Avilov, who had dominated the Cold War-era games. In 2015,
Jenner came out as a transgender woman, and now goes by Caitlyn. Here, Jenner is
pictured celebrating in a photo by Tony Duffy.
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Editor's pick: Music to study and concentrate and more....
Music to study and concentrate:
PJs of the day
Never thought your hands would one day
consume more alcohol than your liver...ever!
Never in my wildest dreams have I imagined
myself entering a bank, wearing a mask, and asking for money.
Jaw-dropping places on Earth
Hanging Rock, New South
Wales, Australia
Australia
is awash with superb scenery but Blue Mountains National Park perhaps
has the country's most dynamic offering. An area characterized by sheer cliffs,
sweeping valleys, tranquil eucalyptus forests, and dramatic waterfalls,
this region of eastern Australia is well worth a visit. In the heart of the
landscape, Hanging Rock is a huge sandstone ledge that became detached from the
main cliff and now juts out over Grose Valley, 328 feet (100m) up.
Discover more of Australia's natural
wonders here.
A trip to the last century!
1975: Vietnam War—Fall of
Saigon
In
1975, Saigon’s government left the imperial capital city of Hue. More than
200,000 refugees subsequently fled their homes. In this image released on May
5, 1975, an American soldier watches South Vietnamese refugees aboard the U.S.
Navy boat off the coasts of Vietnam.
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Jaw dropping places on Earth
Horseshoe Bend, Arizona,
USA
Located a few miles from the
Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend is perhaps Arizona's most striking asset. Engulfed
by an endless red landscape, this natural curve in the Colorado River was
formed when the water hit a dense sandstone barrier and was forced to change
direction. An observation platform allows for unforgettable views across this
formidable valley.
A trip to the last century!
1974: Richard Nixon resigns
On
Aug. 9, 1974, President Richard Nixon resigned over his role in the Watergate
scandal. "I hope that I will have hastened the start of the process of
healing,” Nixon said in his final speech from the Oval Office. This Getty
Images photo depicts the 37th president's farewells to White House staff.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Editor's pick: Pomodoro session and more...
Jaw dropping places on Earth
Stuðlagil, Iceland
Prehistoric in its appearance,
Iceland's Stuðlagil, also known as Basalt Column Canyon, is one of the world's
most underrated treasures. Often overlooked in favor of the island's
better-known attractions, this spectacular gorge is Iceland's best-kept secret.
The canyon was formed when a powerful glacial river pushed its way from the
highlands to the north of the island, cutting through ancient volcanic rock as
it went. The results, we're sure you'll agree, are out of this world.
A trip to the last century!
1973: Operation Homecoming
Between
Feb. and Apr. 1973, U.S. troops successfully returned 591 POWs to American soil
during Operation Homecoming. In this photo from the U.S. Air Force archives,
newly freed prisoners of war celebrate as a C-141A aircraft takes off from
Hanoi.
PJ of the day
If you see me
leaving this group, please add me again. It's just that I’m so desperate to go
out!
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Monday, September 7, 2020
Editor's pick: The importance of a secured password and more...
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Jaw dropping places on Earth
Antelope Valley,
California, USA
Each spring, Mother Nature puts
on a truly captivating display in the heart of the Antelope Valley, California.
Situated on the western tip of the Mojave Desert, these rolling hills come to
life for just a few months, treating visitors to colorful flora that turns the
fields here purple and gold. Reminiscent of a Claude Monet painting, the valley
becomes awash with native California poppies, lacy phacelias and delicate
fiddlenecks.
A trip to the last century!
1972: Actress and activist
Jane Fonda visits Vietnam
The divisive war in Vietnam raged on in 1972.
American actress and peace activist Jane Fonda called for the world’s attention
when she toured a Hanoi site that had been bombed by U.S. airplanes.