Author Archives: Naomi

Again, with the Taxi Driver!

From Harper’s Weekly Review: A former taxi driver was reported to be at the center of Russia’s sabotage campaigns in Poland, Lithuania, Britain, and Germany; and Uber announced its plans to change its policies to bar drivers with histories of … Continue reading

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A new naming contest for another new municipal gizmo!

Do you recall a couple of the other naming contests I wrote about? I do. First there was that floating bridge on the Isle of Wight. Name of Floaty McFloatface. Then there was a contest to name a new dwarf … Continue reading

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Facebook has slapped at me! How am I feeling?

Chuckling-ish. As I entered Facebook just now, a large stern notice filled my screen. It said I was being punished, restricted from doing some stuff I don’t do — posting videos and other stuff — because I have offended their … Continue reading

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