Tag Archives: Meta

Orwell was a satirist. Wasn’t he?

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Naomi

So what’s missing from this piece of WTF info delivered to me by Harper’s Weekly Review? Meta self-mockery? Wit? Animals? Something… It was reported that Meta began installing software on employees’ computers to track their mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes … Continue reading →

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Talking about major $$$Waste in government…

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Naomi

Oh, wait! I didn’t mean to type “government.” The major waste isn’t in our government. It’s in our capitalism! Per Harper’s Index of December 2024: Amount spent by Meta last year on Mark Zuckerberg’s personal security: $23,400,000. Hmm. Then there’s … Continue reading →

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Amusing newsbits involving water

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Naomi

Gotta admit, I’m in the semi-doldrums about funniness. (Which would be a good word for me when I’m playing the NYT Spelling Bee; I’ve got to remember it.) I’m aching for some laughable news items. Things have gotten so low … Continue reading →

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