Some years back, I had an experience that convinced me witchcraft is alive and well in Mexico.

Not long ago, my water filter exploded. Yes, exploded. We’re talking about something the size of a thermonuclear weapon. Pieces were everywhere in the bodega that housed it. And this was the second time it happened.

There’s a certain look that says Hawaii, the splashy-colored, billowy shirts imprinted with large dolphins, palm trees and hula girls. Or Miami, with the pastel colors and Panama hats. All indicative of a local fashion – and stating firmly that you’re IN.

Google has just rolled out its newest AI (artificial intelligence) search tool, and the results have been questionable, according to social media and something called AI Overviews, an analytics group.

There have always been helpful magazines and innovative adventurers sharing various at-home recipes for curing all manner of physical defects and home repairs, including being elderly.

Okay, this column is a warning.