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C. Paul Carter
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NewFish contains my commentary and random thoughts about music, counter-culture, technology, faith, wretched excess, art, questionable government, and the ultimate interconnectivity of all things.
NewFish: Providing mediocre blogging since 2005!
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Monthly Archives: October 2020
Man and dog: Ancient genetics study reveals complex history
Much of the diversity seen in modern dog populations was already present around the time the last Ice Age had ended 11,000 years ago, a global study of ancient DNA revealed Thursday. The paper, published in Science, showed how our … Continue reading
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How to Talk About Mental Illness in a New Relationship
Elizabeth Yuko | Lifehacker Dating can be tricky for anyone, but for those living with mental illness things can get a little more complicated. Putting aside how having an anxiety disorder makes the whole process much harder—you’re deliberately introducing new … Continue reading
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C. Paul Carter Photography – New Limited Print Available
New limited print: “If Wishes Were Fishes” “In the midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic, we should probably endeavor to seek out light wherever it exists — even if it is on the darker side. Light is light! – cPaul
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Lac St. Louis – A Lake of Many Moods
To have had a season in the midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic was a respite for those of us folks who are fortunate (or foolish) enough to enjoy spending our time near boats and sailors. My partner and I are … Continue reading
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Could Happy Endings Mess Up Your Brain’s Decision-Making?
Tiziana Celine | The Science Times Humans are hard-wired to prefer memories with a ‘happy ending.’ However, the effects of past decision-making experience can have an impact on the next decisions. Research suggests that our best interests depend on decisions … Continue reading
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Walks in the Woods
Some recent photos taken, and one from 25 years ago (guess which one!). https://pcarter5b14.myportfolio.com/prints
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Scenes of Newfoundland!
Fence at Cape Bonavista, Newfoundland.Shot digital – October 2017
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From the 35mm Vault
Various shots from Newfoundland taken in the early ’90s. Re-prints of these (and many others) are available through my Adobe Portfolio site: https://pcarter5b14.myportfolio.com/prints Re-prints of these photographs (and many others) are available through my Adobe Portfolio site: https://pcarter5b14.myportfolio.com/prints
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Can Democracy Survive dualling Realities?
I’ve recently read a chapter from “Reality Lost: Markets of Attention, Misinformation, and Manipulation”, by Mads Vestergaard and Vincent F. Hendricks (2018) in which they explore the phenomenon of constant (and dissonant) disinformation on the population’s shared reality. Can democracy … Continue reading
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Why is the Awful Stuff Winning?
I’ve recently read a chapter from “Reality Lost: Markets of Attention, Misinformation and Manipulation”, by Mads Vestergaard and Vincent F. Hendricks (2018) in which they explore the phenomenon of constant (and dissonant) disinformation on the population’s shared reality. Can democracy … Continue reading
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The untold truth of Cheez Whiz
Amid America’s golden age of cheese, there are hundreds of varieties of fine fromages handcrafted by more than 900 artisan and specialty cheesemakers in the US. Let’s be clear: this article is not about those fine artisanal cheeses. No, this … Continue reading
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Scenic Newfoundland
Here are more images captured at various times and places throughout Newfoundland. These, and many, many more are available as fine-photography re-prints via my Adobe Portfolio site: https://pcarter5b14.myportfolio.com/prints
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Photographs from Newfoundland!
Fall scenes in Newfoundland My absolute favourite time of the year to be home in Newfoundland is from late September through November. There are far fewer flies to deal with, plenty of colour, and lots of ocean storms! – cPaul … Continue reading
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Fall Colours in Quebec
If I were to create a list of things I take for granted, Fall colour in and around the Greater Montreal region would have to be included. These are October 2020 imaged captured recently in the Eastern Townships and Laurentians. … Continue reading
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