Tue. 04/13 - A Methane-Eating Bacteria Inside of Trees

<p><strong><em>Researchers have found a methane-eating bacteria living in a common species of Australian tree. The UK is considering a legal “right to disconnect” for remote workers. Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have uncovered evidence of the oldest domesticated dog in that region in what could be the beginning of huge insights about the development of human society across the Middle East. Uber just had their biggest month ever in a sign that certain businesses might not have much trouble bouncing back from last year’s losses. And what happens if a shark bites your arm off after you get your COVID vaccine? Do you have to get another dose? Dr. Akiko Iwasaki has the answer.</em></strong></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul><li>Skillshare, Get a free trial of Premium Membership at <a href="http://skillshare.com/kottke" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">skillshare.com/kottke</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Indeed, Get a free $75 credit at <a href="http://indeed.com/goodnews" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Indeed.com/goodnews</a></li></ul><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://theconversation.com/we-found-methane-eating-bacteria-living-in-a-common-australian-tree-it-could-be-a-game-changer-for-curbing-greenhouse-gases-158430" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">We found methane-eating bacteria living in a common Australian tree. It could be a game changer for curbing greenhouse gases</a> (The Conversation)</li><li><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/apr/13/ministers-urged-to-give-uk-home-workers-a-right-to-disconnect" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ministers urged to give UK home-workers a ‘right to disconnect’</a> (The Guardian)</li><li><a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/31/google-speeds-partial-office-reopening-and-puts-limits-on-remote-work.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google is accelerating partial reopening of offices and putting limits on future of remote work</a>&nbsp; (CNBC)</li><li><a href="https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-04/tfg-aue040821.php