THIS WEEK'S DEAR JOHN LETTER!
Dear John,
My uncle had me help him fix his computer. He was having some issues that were pretty easy to fix. While I was there he mentioned that he is starting to do some online dating. My aunt passed away a few years ago. I was excited to hear that he was going to take this next step, but then he was telling me about some of the things he's finding online and I'm concerned for him. He does not have any children and I'm about the only family he really has left. He was telling me about some of the ladies he talked to from other states and a few from other countries. I told him about online scams and asked him not to send anyone any money or give them any more information than you'd give to a complete stranger, because they really are strangers. I gave him some ideas on how to meet people locally and even had a conversation about “what it's like out there now”. He was married for about 40 years. I can only imagine how different this all is for him. I think he may have been a little offended by how I talked to him, but my “mother senses” kicked in and took over. Before I knew it I was basically having the birds and bees conversation with my 65 year old uncle. Do you think I went too far? I wonder if I should apologize for prying into his business? I just want to make sure he's not a victim of some scam. Any ideas?
Signed – Nice Niece
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Yes, a lot of us have a fear of public speaking, but it turns out that even more are afraid of — having to go to the loo in a public restroom. A new survey of 2,000 Americans about their bathroom preferences found 69% hate going #2 in public so much, they hold it until they can be in the comfort of their own home. It’s not what I expected, but men were more likely to hold it in, at 74%, compared to 65% of women. On average, respondents said they are willing to put off pooing for 2½ hours in order to go at home — men are willing to wait 3 hours, compared to 2 hours for women.
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An
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patient’s cancer in less than a week. That’s according to
bioengineers at Rice University who say the new treatment can
completely eradicate late-stage ovarian and colorectal cancers in as
few as 6 days. The tiny implants, tested on mice, continuously
deliver a high dose of interleukin-2 to the tumor region in the
patient. Interleukin-2 is a natural compound which activates the
immune system’s white blood cells to fight the cancer.
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“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” is coming to an end. The daytime show announced that after 19 seasons, the final episode will air May 26. Through the years, 64-year-old Ellen has hosted over 4,000 guests, and distributed nearly half a billion dollars in giveaways. In a statement, the show said that on the final episode, “The lineup of special guests will pay tribute to the trailblazing host and share their favorite memories from DeGeneres’ 19 iconic seasons.” DeGeneres announced in May 2021 that she will be ending her long-running talk show this year.
Long-standing daytime talk show “Maury” is coming to an end after 31 years on the air. The series, which is, of course, hosted by Maury Povich, will cease production this spring, but repeats will continue in syndication. Maury began in 1991 as “The Maury Povich Show” with Paramount Domestic Television. In 1998, its title was shortened when production was taken over by what is now known as NBCUniversal. Maury was last renewed 2 years ago through the 2021-2022 TV season. In May, 2016, the show marked its 3,000th episode.
Nick Jonas is taking his talents to a new reality competition. He’ll replace Shaquille O’Neal as a judge on NBC’s “Dancing With Myself”, after O’Neal was forced to exit when production was delayed. Jonas will join a judging panel that also consists of Shakira and Liza Koshy. Dancing With Myself features everyday people who will try their hands at dance challenges that will be designed and demonstrated by the judges. Jonas has previously served as a coach on “The Voice”, and is expected to return for Season 22.
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A team of European scientists claims to have successfully decoded pigs’ grunts. After analyzing over 7,000 recordings from over 400 pigs, scientists at the University of Copenhagen have become the first in the world to decode pig grunts into identifiable emotions. The team developed an algorithm capable of determining whether a specific pig is experiencing positive emotions (happy, excited), negative emotions (scared, stressed), or somewhere in between. The study authors say these findings can identify the emotions a pig is experiencing at a particular time and could help improve pig and animal welfare all over the world.
So, it turns out that Netflix may be aware that some people share their password. And you might soon have to pay to do so. The streamer has been working on ways to “enable members who share outside their household to do so easily and securely, while also paying a bit more,” according to a blog post last week. Over the next 2 weeks, Netflix will be testing features in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru called “Extra Member” and “Profile Transfer.” With “Extra Member,” subscribers can pay to add an account for up to 2 people they don’t live with. These “extra” members will have regular Netflix access, including their own profile and login, at a discounted rate of about $3 US. Separately, the “Profile Transfer” option lets subscribers transfer their profile info — namely their watch history and recommendations — to a new account, which would make it easier for password moochers to start paying for their own plans.
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Studies show your favorite foods are likely those your mother ate while pregnant with you.
The name “coronavirus” is derived from the Latin word “corona,” meaning “crown” or “halo.” This refers to the appearance of a crown (or solar corona) around the virus particles.
It would take a snail 220 hours to crawl one mile (1.6km).
A group of lizards is called a “lounge.”
The scientific name for the gorilla is “Gorilla, gorilla, gorilla”.
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Question: A study showed that THIS probably happens about 280 times per week in your home. What is it?
Answer: The fridge door is opened
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Disney’s latest menu item just might be its most polarizing yet. Disneyland in California has introduced – wait for it – peanut butter and jelly pasta. The dish, which is being called a “dessert pasta,” is now available as part of the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. Peanut butter & jelly mac consists of macaroni noodles coated in a peanut butter sauce and finished off with a dollop of strawberry jelly, a sprinkle of brown sugar streusel, and a layer of strawberry crackle, which is pretty much a serving of Pop Rocks. And it might not taste as hideous as your face is showing you think it is. One food writer said her first bite was “savory and strange” because she only got the peanut butter-coated pasta, but on her next bite, “All of a sudden, there was a savory/sweet/fruity combination that worked, especially propelled by the popping sensation that lasted through the bite.” She says it might not be the sort of thing she would order again and again, “but it definitely proved to be a worthy experiment”. Dessert pasta is a concept that dates back to the Italian Renaissance.
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SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN WAYS TO STAY HAPPY:
✓ Exercise more: You knew we were going there. Exercising releases good mood endorphins so you are always happier after a workout or a simple nice walk to the store.
✓ Positive thinking: It raises energy levels, creativity and productivity by as much as 30%.
✓ Treasure experiences: Spending on experiences provides longer lasting happiness than spending on possessions.
✓ Write it down: Feeling and thinking about why you are grateful helps stave off negative thoughts. Keep a journal . . . or use social media if you like (God knows we could use some positivity there!).
✓ Practice mindfulness: Concentrate and pay full attention to the present moment and accept it in a non-judgmental way. This can boost mood, reduce stress levels, and lead to a better quality of life.
✓ Beauty sleep: When you don’t get enough sleep, negativity takes over big time.
✓ Help others: Research shows that when we dedicate a little time or money to helping others, it has a significant effect on our own happiness.
✓
Focus
on strengths: Whether you are curious, open-minded or brave, use
those traits to improve your life and that of others, rather than
dwelling on weaknesses. Realizing our full potential is one of the
best ways to find happiness . . . and to make the world a better
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