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obituaries6 months ago

John MacArthur, Influential Evangelical Pastor, Dies at 86

John MacArthur, a prominent and polarizing pastor and Bible teacher known for his theological stances and resistance to COVID-19 restrictions, has died at 86 after being hospitalized with pneumonia. He led Grace Community Church in California for over 50 years, authored over 400 books, and was involved in various controversies over his views on charismatic movements, female preaching, and church responses to COVID-19. He is survived by his wife Patricia, four children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

via Christian Post|
#bible-teacher#church-controversy#covid-19-lockdown
science1 year ago

"Crows and Humans: Unlikely Best Friends, Study Finds"

A study from Tel Aviv University has found that birds accustomed to living around humans, such as crows and ringneck parakeets, decreased their activity when humans were absent during the COVID-19 lockdown, while the shy graceful prinias actually increased their activity. The research used microphones to monitor bird activity in an urban area and found that certain bird species, like crows, rely on humans for food scraps, while others, like the graceful prinias, adapt to urban environments but do not depend on human presence. The study highlights the complexity and diversity of the urban ecosystem and the interrelationship between humans and wildlife.

via Phys.org|
#birds#covid-19-lockdown#human-interaction
entertainment1 year ago

Tish Cyrus Opens Up About Her Psychological Breakdown Before Divorcing Billy Ray

Tish Cyrus revealed that her divorce from Billy Ray Cyrus was prompted by a combination of her mother's death and the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a mental health crisis and a reevaluation of her life. She ultimately filed for divorce in April 2022 after 28 years of marriage, citing "irreconcilable differences." Tish has since married Dominic Purcell, while Billy Ray has married Firerose, causing a divide among their children.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#billy-ray-cyrus#covid-19-lockdown#divorce
social-science2 years ago

Lockdowns fuel surge in smartphone imitation, study finds

A study conducted in Italy examined the phenomenon of smartphone mimicry, where people are more likely to pick up their phones if someone nearby does the same. The research found that people were more prone to mimic smartphone use right after the 2020 lockdown, suggesting that social isolation heightened our sensitivity to digital social cues. The study also highlighted the role of familiarity in this mimicry behavior. However, the findings are limited to Italy and the observational nature of the study may be subject to bias.

via PsyPost|
#covid-19-lockdown#digital-social-cues#mimicry-behavior