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Over the past couple of days, I have been seeing signs of a possible Google search ranking algorithm update. It may have started on May 1st, with the chatter within the SEO community growing throughout yesterday, May 2nd. I don't think this is the residue from the April 2023 reviews update that officially completed on April 25 - but who really knows? Some are reporting drops in Google organic traffic by as much as two-thirds of their normal traffic. Those types of drops are massive and can happen when a site gets hit by a massive algorithm update, and it can happen if the site has a huge technical issue or some sort of manual serious action. SEO Chatter I saw some of the early chatter in the comments area on this site and also on WebmasterWorld regarding sites seeing big traffic and ranking changes within Google Search. Here are some examples of the SEO chatter over the past day or so: HUUUUGE traffic drop for me today. About 2/3 of my normal traffic seem to be lost. Rankings lo...

Wednesday Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit over how the plant uses so-called "forever chemicals," per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS. Filed in Rock Island County Circuit Court, the suit alleges 3M's negligent operations have resulted in significant levels of PFAS contamination at and around the plant, which is located on the banks of the Mississippi River. US EPA / EPA, https://19january2021snapshot.epa.gov/sites/static/files/2018-03/documents/pfasv15_2p...

If you rely solely on ChatGPT, albeit a powerful tool, you are missing a largely impactful opportunity in SEO – getting recommendations directly from the source.  Enter Bard, Google's answer to the AI chatbot revolution. It's trained on a vast dataset that includes Google Search. Think of it as having a direct line to the source, gaining insights from Google as it crawls, indexes and ranks webpages.  Further, unlike ChatGPT, Bard has native access to the live web. It can provide real-time information on search trends and adapt to Google's algorithm updates for better recommendations.  Here are four distinct areas where Bard surges ahead in the AI chatbot competition for SEOs: Schema markup generation On-page optimization Competitive analysis Technical SEO guidance Important reminder: Use your brain! Bard is experimental – so don't ever rely on Bard bli...

This one-stoplight farming community has seen marked improvements in family engagement, preschool access and kindergarten readiness in just the last few years. AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho — After reading a book about the five senses to a semicircle of rapt 4-year-olds, Abi Hawker tells the children in her afternoon preschool class that she has a surprise for them. She drags a small popcorn maker onto the carpet and asks them to consider: Which of their senses might be activated when she pours the kernels into the machine? When the kernels heat up? When the popcorn begins to pop? Moments later, the children shriek with joy as the corn kernels burst. While Hawker explains what the kids are seeing, she asks them questions that connect back to the day's lesson. From the activity, the class transitions to snack ti...

Safeguarding personal information in the digital age is paramount. Cyber security threats and data breaches are on the rise, with hackers growing more sophisticated every day. Canada's federal privacy law requires protection for personal information that is "appropriate" considering the sensitivity of the information. Such protection should include each of physical, organizational, and importantly in respect of cyber security threats, technological protection. Multifactor Authentication (MFA) can thus play a pivotal role in safeguarding personal information. What is MFA? MFA adds an extra layer of security beyond just a username and password. It introduces multiple layers of authentication and requires users to provide at least two or more of the following: Something the user knows, such as a password. Something the user has, such as a smartphone or hardware token. Something the user is, such as fingerprint or facial recognition. MFA helps reduce the r...

Most people want a VPN for security, and power users will want all of their tech protected. That means getting a VPN that can handle multiple phones, laptops, smart TVs, gaming consoles and other tech with an internet connection simultaneously. Out of the nine VPN services we tested, Surfshark came out on top when it came to protecting multiple devices. Here's a rundown of our experience with Surfshark. Surfshark VPN pricing and features Surfshark VPN has three membership tiers: Starter, One and One+. Starter promises a secure VPN, an ad blocker and a pop-up blocker, while the other two tiers layer on additional features. I tested out Surfshark One, so in addition to the perks of the Starter tier, I had access to an antivirus scanner, data-breach monitoring and the option to create an Alternative ID, a beta feature that can create an alias for you. With this, you can have a fake name, home address and email to use when you want to mask your identity on sites that you feel are sus...

Search results generally appear to be stable, but the reality is that Google's SERPs can be more dynamic and volatile than is commonly understood. In this article, you will learn the reasons for volatility in the search engine results pages (SERPs) and the steps to take to improve your chances of avoiding disruptions in search presence. What Is SERP Volatility? Search rankings can change quickly and unpredictably – a phenomenon known as SERP volatility. There are multiple explanations for SERP volatility: Search personalization. Algorithm changes – both announced and unannounced. News and current events. Mediocre quality signals. Personalized Search Google offers personalized search results for users based on previous searches and activities. Previous search history can influence the SERPs for subsequent searches. This can cause the search results to change as Google predicts what the user wants to see. For example, searches for a recommendation can cause ...

Center Line Public Library • Friday Morning Live 11 a.m. Nov 3. Children aged five and younger and their caregivers to join us for a half an hour of energetic songs, interactive stories and playful rhymes. No registration required. The library is located at 7345 Weingartz, Center Line. For more information, call 586-758-8274. Chesterfield Township Library • Online learning tools for young children up to adult learners are available with a free library card at chelibrary.org. Residents may also apply for a free card at the website. • Online streaming and download services are also available at chelibrary.org, including  Hoopla, Libby by OverDrive and cloudLibrary for e-books and audiobooks, TV shows, music and more. The library is located at 50560 Patricia Dr., Chesterfield Township. Clinton-Macomb Public Library •Mysterious Michigan at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at Main Library. From the mischievous Nain Rouge to the ghost of Minnie Quay, researcher Amberrose Hammon...

In this episode of Microsoft Weekly, we look at more reorgs at Microsoft, another veteran leaving the company, the Moment 4 update rolling out to more customers, another change in the Windows 11 supported processor list, fresh Windows 11 preview builds, gaming news, financial reports, and more. Table of contents: Financial report Windows 11 news Updates are available Gaming news Reviews are in A blast from Microsoft's past Random fact about Microsoft Q1 2024 Financial Report On October 24, 2023, Microsoft released its latest financial report for the first quarter of the 2024 fiscal year. The company reported revenue of $56.5 billion, a 13% increase in the same period one year ago. Net income was $22.3 billion (26% up), and every part of the company, except for Xbox hardware, reported notable growth. Shortly after the financial report, news emerged about Microsoft's Chief Marketing Office...