Science
In the Path of Totality
I first saw a total eclipse in 1991, in Cabo San Lucas Mexico, and while I remember specific details of the event (more...)...
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Science
Venus Alert
Yes: Venus! A thoughtful neighbor stopped by with black glasses from Griffith Park Observatory and told us that Venus is currently visible crossing the sun. My son and I jumped outside with glasses plus the Nikon and the big lens and every filter in the house. It took us several tries, but here it is, (more...)...
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Health
Female Athletes and ACL Tears
The New York Times is running an article on the epidemic of ACL tears and other injuries in U.S. female athletes. Female participation in sports in this country is exploding, credited in part to a 1972 law, TITLE X, which mandated equal opportunity in sports to female athletes. As more and more girls and young (more...)...
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Gear
Nalgene Phases Out Lexan
Nalgene has just announced the phase-out of BPA-containing bottles from its product lineup, including all polycarbonate (Lexan) water bottles. Any way you put it, this is a stunning reversal from a company that has been an unwaivering advocate for the safety of Lexan/Polycarbonate. (for interesting commentary on the subject, see Z Recommends’ article, Hell Just (more...)...
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