As we all know, Google’s privacy policy changes took effect last Thursday. And not surprisingly, it’s fueled a healthy dose of discussion and criticism. But it was something that occurred over the weekend, and not the search giant’s new privacy rules or its circumvention of Safari’s default privacy settings, which inspired this blog entry. Without going into too much personal…
With a nod to that quintessential Chicago tune, the CHEN gang gathered on the last September Saturday at Watertown’s Filippello Park. While there wasn’t “a man selling ice cream,” there were certainly people “really smiling” and it wasn’t solely due to the glorious Fall day we all enjoyed. Filippello is home to the Association of Blind Citizens Boston Renegades. The…
At the risk of sounding old school – or perhaps just old – 60 Minutes has been one of my favorite television programs for years. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in September, the venerable CBS News magazine is the most successful broadcast in television history. And this week’s edition – once again – demonstrates why. Correspondent Scott Pelley presented a brilliant,…
As a Boston Celtics multiple-game ticket holder a few years ago, I was introduced to Heroes Among Us, a community outreach program which honors individuals who have made an overwhelming impact on the lives of others. Honorees are recognized during each home game for their “unique commitment and humanitarian spirit, and for the exceptional and lasting contributions to the community.”…