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Women who don’t want to be mothers

Many women make a conscious decision not to have children. What are the reasons behind their choice – and what reactions does it prompt? The film [m]otherhood investigates these questions and examines the maternal myth inherent in all cultures. Woman and mother – the two words are often used interchangeably. Amid a widespread belief that… Continue reading Women who don’t want to be mothers

How lack of paid sick leave is complicating U.S. virus response (6 Mar 2020)

As COVID-19 spreads to communities nationwide, financial and logistical concerns about its impact are rising. Among the major questions are whether employers will require workers to take unpaid sick leave, and who will pay for potentially significant medical bills. William Brangham talks to Georgetown University’s Sabrina Corlette and Joseph Leitmann-Santa Cruz of Capital Area Asset… Continue reading How lack of paid sick leave is complicating U.S. virus response (6 Mar 2020)

America’s EMT Shortage Has Communities Relying on Unpaid Volunteers

There’s a crisis unfolding in rural America. While big cities are getting bigger, small-town USA is shrinking. If you live in one of these rural communities, chances are you’re poorer and sicker than your urban counterpart. Across the country, towns that have less people have even less first responders. Oceana, West Virginia is one of… Continue reading America’s EMT Shortage Has Communities Relying on Unpaid Volunteers

Amazon’s Expired Food Problem (CNBC, 4 Mar 2020)

Amazon is shipping out food products from third-party sellers that are expired, stale, or tampered with. Four months after CNBC first reported the problem, a new analysis found the sellers are still shipping expired food, even as regulation begins to catch up. Amazon told CNBC that this happens in very isolated incidents, and that it… Continue reading Amazon’s Expired Food Problem (CNBC, 4 Mar 2020)

Password Management: Seven Different Methods and Why You Need One

Overview There are many methods to organize and maintain your list of passwords to websites and accounts. Each of these methods will have advantages and disadvantages. This document reviews what you need to keep track of and offers a few ways to do so. This document is being posted on 2 Mar 2020 and will… Continue reading Password Management: Seven Different Methods and Why You Need One

How to set the default search engine for Google Chrome

The default search engine for Google Chrome is Google. However, it may get changed if you install new software on your computer, or if some other task changes it. The instructions here show you how to change your default search engine back to Google. STEP 1 – Chrome Settings Click on the three dots in… Continue reading How to set the default search engine for Google Chrome

How to update Google Chrome

It’s important to keep all of your computer software updated to ensure best performance and maximum security. Below are the steps for updating Google Chrome. The visuals here are from an Apple MacOS computer. If you have Windows you’ll see something slightly different. STEP 1 – Menu Alert When an update is available for Google… Continue reading How to update Google Chrome

Resources for Life News 202002

ResourcesForLife.com – News 202002 | 28 Feb 2020 | Friday Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. Thanks for taking time to read this month’s newsletter. Personal Update My Personal Update for February is now available. If we’re not already connected on Facebook, I invite you to Like my page and also visit my AboutGregJohnson.com website. I’m slowly shifting from Facebook and… Continue reading Resources for Life News 202002

How to take screenshots on different devices (Windows, iPhone, Android, MacOS)

It’s important to know how to take a photo or “screenshot” on your computer, phone, or tablet. Here are a few examples of why you would want to take a screenshot: This can be helpful for anytime you need a record of what’s on the screen. Perhaps you need a copy of a purchase receipt.… Continue reading How to take screenshots on different devices (Windows, iPhone, Android, MacOS)

Why it’s time for sustainable business: Rethinking growth (28 Feb 2020)

An entire generation of young people is rejecting the idea of unlimited economic growth on a planet with finite resources. Among them are social entrepreneurs in Indonesia looking for ways to do business that don’t harm the environment. The poles are melting. Sea levels are rising. Dozens of species go extinct every day. Environmental migration… Continue reading Why it’s time for sustainable business: Rethinking growth (28 Feb 2020)