Today, we’re talking earthquakes! First, our East Coast-based hosts react to the shaking on their side of the country. Then, we’ll examine how earthquake preparedness in Taiwan saved lives and prevented a big problem for the global tech economy. Later, we’ll weigh in on restoring blue check marks on X, New York earthquake memes and solar eclipse tourism in a round of Half Full/Half Empty!
Here’s everything we talked about today:
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“Taiwan’s earthquake preparedness saved a lot of lives — and prevented a catastrophe for the global tech economy”) from Vox
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“It’s not just you. Here’s why pollen allergies are worse than ever”) from CNN
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“FDA to Drop Ban on Sperm Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men”) from The Wall Street Journal
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“America has a Black sperm donor shortage. Black women are paying the price.”) from The Washington Post
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“Elon Musk’s X restores free blue check marks. Here’s what it means.”) from The Washington Post
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“Why demand for jeans persists across the decades”) from Marketplace
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“Why multigenerational households are making a comeback in a big way”) from Marketplace
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“X becomes ‘earthquake Twitter’ as users flood site with memes and jokes”) from NBC News
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“How much are you spending for the eclipse? Here’s what Americans are saying”) from Fox 10 Phoenix
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“Countdown to the total solar eclipse: How it will unfold, play by play”) from The Washington Post
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