🍷 Boomers & alcohol

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It’s Saturday, April 6 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• The best ways to take pictures of the solar eclipse

• The rising number of older Americans who drink alcohol

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

- Jeff (co-founder of Shades)

📸 Best eclipse pictures?

Want to snap that perfect eclipse shot? Here are some tips and warnings on capturing the cosmic marvel.

📸 BBC says taking pictures of the eclipse can be dangerous. Use proper filters to protect your camera and eyes.

📸 Newscentermaine.com argues that you don't need any special equipment: Your smartphone is enough!

📸 But fox59.com recommends against that — it could harm your phone. Definitely get a solar filter if you plan on taking pictures.

📸 ABC News reminds us to enjoy the actual event! Pictures are cool, but you have to experience it too.

🍷 Boomers & alcohol

As Boomers age, health risks from alcohol consumption spike — but why are boomers drinking so much?

🍷 The % of older Americans who drink is on the rise. CNN says that's no good — the trend poses significant health risks for baby boomers.

🍷 Psychology Today agreed: Rising alcohol-related deaths signal a public health crisis. We can probably blame the pandemic.

🍷 But the NYT thinks Covid alone doesn't explain the trend: Boomers drink more because of the generation's culture and relationship with alcohol.

🍷 For what it's worth, WHO says it's not just older people who need to be wary: No amount of alcohol is safe. Even light drinking is linked to cancer.

Quick hits

🇺🇸 House Republicans are set to vote against President Biden's proposal for a Gaza ceasefire, marking a political standoff.

🌒 A total solar eclipse will captivate viewers across North America, as scientists seize the opportunity to study the sun.

🧼 Tide Pods recall affects 8.2 million packages due to risk of them splitting open and exposing pods.

🚢 The US, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines conduct their first joint naval exercises in South China Sea amid tensions over Beijing's territorial claims.

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