Do you take having water in your life for granted? Most people in this country are fortunate to have running water available to them for drinking, showering, washing, and all that great stuff.
11 US states and many countries all over the world are experiencing severe drought conditions, while too many of us do little to conserve this precious necessity.
Following Edward Snowden's disclosures about the National Security Agency's alleged spying programs that resulted in a passionate national debate about surveillance and individual privacy. President Obama outlined several points today. He delivered a speech about NSA surveillance and the future of digital privacy.
Mr. Obama introduced a number of welcome reforms to NSA surveillance, while leaving in place the bulk collection of Americans' sensitive data.
THIS EVENING, January 17 from 6-9 PM is our event to celebrate the life and art of Heather McTiernan, showcasing her artwork and including live entertainment, snacks (from The Bruckner Bar & Grill) and cocktails.
This is intended to be a BIG CELEBRATION of the life and art of our friend--we all know she would like nothing more than for us to throw a huge party, so a HUGE PARTY WE WILL THROW!
No matter how old you are, or what your age may be, or even your fitness level, these five activities can help you get in shape and lower your risk for disease:
Swimming. You might call swimming the perfect workout. The buoyancy of the water supports your body and takes the strain off painful joints so you can move them more fluidly. “Swimming is good for individuals with arthritis because it’s less weight-bearing,” explains Dr. I-Min Lee, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. Research finds that swimming can improve your mental state and put you in a better mood. Water aerobics is another option. These classes help you burn calories and tone up.
Tai Chi. Tai chi — a Chinese martial art that incorporates movement and relaxation — is good for both body and mind. In fact, it’s been called “meditation in motion.” Tai chi is made up of a series of graceful movements, one transitioning smoothly into the next. Because the classes are offered at various levels, tai chi is accessible, and valuable, for people of all ages and fitness levels. It’s particularly good for older people because balance is an important component of fitness, and balance is something we lose as we get older. Take a class to help you get started and learn the proper form. You can find tai chi programs at your local YMCA, health club, community center, or senior center.
Strength training. If you believe that strength training is a macho, brawny activity, think again. Lifting light weights won’t bulk up your muscles, but it will keep them strong. If you don’t use muscles, they will lose their strength over time. Muscle also helps burn calories. The more muscle you have, the more calories you burn, so it’s easier to maintain your weight. Strength training might also help preserve your ability to remember. Before starting a weight training program, be sure to learn the proper form. Start light with just one or two pounds. You should be able to lift the weights 10 times with ease. After a couple of weeks, increase that by a pound or two. If you can easily lift the weights through the entire range of motion more than 12 times, move up to slightly heavier weight.
Walking. Walking is simple, yet powerful. It can help you stay trim, improve cholesterol levels, strengthen bones, keep blood pressure in check, lift your mood, and lower your risk for a number of diseases (diabetes and heart disease, for example). A number of studies have shown that walking and other physical activities can improve memory and resist age-related memory loss. All you need is a well-fitting and supportive pair of shoes. Start with walking for about 10-15 minutes at a time. Over time you can start to walk farther and faster until you’re walking for 30 to 60 minutes on most days of the week.
A new object is being used as a symbol to represent a news reporters and to bring good luck.
Narwhals are creatures with long and helical tusks. They are known as the unicorns of the sea and represent the noble status newspapers hold in our society and, like journalists, consume pretty much whatever happens to float into their mouths.
Nathan wears clothes and is never afraid to use his tusk to violently skewer any Drudge Reports, Huffington Posts or Anderson Cooper, who undermine the newspaper media dominance.
Academy Award Nominations.
The 86th Academy Award aka Oscars: March 2, 2014.
Here is a list of the nominees:
Best Picture:
“American Hustle”
“Captain Phillips”
“Dallas Buyers Club”
“Gravity”
“Her”
“Nebraska”
“Philomena”
“12 years a slave”
“The Wolf of Wall Street”
Best Actor in a Leading Role:
Christian Bale, “American Hustle”
Bruce Dern, “Nebraska”
Leonardo DiCaprio, “The Wolf of Wall Street”
Chiwetel Ejiofor, “12 Years a Slave”
Matthew McConaughey, “Dallas Buyers Club”
Best Actress in a Leading Role:
CITY ISLAND WAS EXTREMELY FOGGED UP YESTERDAY AS WAS THE REST OF NEW YORK CITY.
INCREDIBLE FOG COVERS NEW YORK CITY: SEE THE STUNNING SHOTS: http://fw.to/qTf74Zl
A few dozen City Islanders turned out to PS 175 this evening to express their overwhelming opposition to the current City Island Bridge proposal.
The City Island Bridge is over 100 years old and many want it to be repaired and not replaced by a 100 million dollar bridge. Some called it a monstrosity and others accused NYC of lying and misrepresenting this extremely important project. The bridge is the only way in and out for thousands of City Islanders.
NYC Mayor has launched a pedestrian safety campaign designed after a Swedish program called Vision Zero: No loss of life is acceptable. The road system needs to keep us moving. But it must also be designed to protect us at every turn.
“Happy Birthday Edgar" Wednesday, January 15, 2014 - 6:30 PM
In an ongoing tradition, The Bronx will celebrate Edgar Allan Poe’s 205th birthday with an illustrated presentation and a short reading of one of his works written at his last home, Poe Cottage. Poe was actually born on January 19, 1809.