Monday, May 31, 2021

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Coronavirus daily news updates, May 31: What to know today about COVID-19 in the Seattle area, Washington state and the world

Posted: 31 May 2021 08:15 AM PDT


We're updating this page with the latest news about the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the Seattle area, the Pacific Northwest and the world, including stats about the spread of the coronavirus in Washington state.

A James Beard Award-winning podcaster created a new pasta shape for optimal ‘forkability’ and ‘sauceability’ — here’s a recipe to test his theory

Posted: 31 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT


This pasta packs buttery olives, lemony tuna and garlicky breadcrumbs into every bite. You can make it with Dan Pashman's brand new, much hyped cascatelli, but since his invention is backordered for 12 weeks, you could also just try it with any other pasta shape you have in the pantry.

Here’s what it means to be embodied, plus some tips for getting there

Posted: 31 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT


As summer arrives and pandemic restrictions loosen, body positivity can be at odds with in-person socializing. Today's body image research focuses on positive ways of living in the body, like "embodiment" — the experience of feeling at home in our bodies. Here's what that means.

Meet the man behind Woodland Park Zoo’s life-size dinosaurs exhibit

Posted: 31 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT


This summer, 22 life-size animatronic dinosaurs have taken up residence in the Habitat Discovery Loop at Woodland Park Zoo. The exhibit was designed by Don Lessem, the science advisor for the film "Jurassic Park" and president and CEO of Dino Don, Inc.

A canceled vacation rental leads to a refund dispute between Airbnb and the owner | Travel Troubleshooter

Posted: 31 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT


Due to the pandemic, Carl from California canceled a vacation rental in Lanai, Hawaii, that was booked through Airbnb. The company denies a refund "due to the vacation rental's refund policy" — but the owner of the rental says she has no such policy. What gives?

Rant and Rave: Reader calls for quieter music on boats

Posted: 31 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT


RAVE to kindness. West Seattle residents are painting beautiful rocks and leaving them hidden along walkways. We may not have our bridge, but we have wonderful people who are spreading cheer and brightening our days. RANT to loud music on boats. I do not share your taste in music and do not want to hear […]

63-year-old man dies in fall while climbing on Mount Hood

Posted: 31 May 2021 05:48 AM PDT


The man, who was hiking with his son, fell 500 feet while descending Mount Hood.

Global corps of dogs being trained to sniff out COVID-19

Posted: 31 May 2021 04:41 AM PDT


Preliminary studies, conducted in multiple countries, suggest that their detection rate may surpass that of the rapid antigen testing often used in airports and other public places.

Monday events to mark Memorial Day around Seattle and the Puget Sound area

Posted: 30 May 2021 06:33 PM PDT


Several events are planned to mark Memorial Day in the Puget Sound region on Monday, including a ceremonial flag placement at Evergreen Washelli Memorial Park in Seattle and a "reverse parade" in Mill Creek.

Memorial Day weekend brings big travel uptick as millions take to the skies for first maskless holiday of pandemic

Posted: 30 May 2021 02:50 PM PDT


With half of American adults fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, millions are celebrating Memorial Day by taking to the skies, with authorities reporting a surge in air travel as many embark on their first maskless holiday since the pandemic began. Nearly 2 million people passed through airport security checkpoints Friday, a new daily pandemic record, […]

Lummi Island residents protest at the Willows Inn after workplace allegations

Posted: 29 May 2021 05:50 PM PDT


Protesters, mostly island residents, called for the resignation of chef Blaine Wetzel, who has been accused by 35 former employees of creating a workplace riddled with homophobic and racist language, verbal abuse, sexism and sexual harassment.

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