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Wellness

5 ways to add joy into your meals

The importance of nourishing yourself with food that brings pleasure and supports health for overall well-being. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Wellness

After Unthinkable Loss, Biking Helped Me Embrace Life Again

Rediscovering the joy of biking can serve as a form of emotional healing and reconnection. [ more ]

BBC News

Wellness

NHS weight management service offered to families of under fours

Early intervention in childhood obesity through specialized services like Splash is crucial. [ more ]

Ars Technica

The largest marine reptile ever could match blue whales in size

Ichthyosaurs, marine reptiles from the Mesozoic era, were enormous creatures that rivaled blue whales in size, potentially making them the largest marine reptiles ever discovered. [ more ]

Mail Online

22 hours ago

OMG science

Physicist warns Starlink satellites risk stripping Earth's atmosphere

Cheap satellite megaconstellations, like Starlink, could disrupt Earth's magnetosphere with metal debris, potentially leading to atmospheric stripping. [ more ]

Ars Technica

OMG science

Life-threatening rat pee infections reach record levels in NYC

Leptospirosis cases in NYC reached record numbers due to bacteria from rat urine, prompting city action for control and prevention. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

OMG science

Neither Plants nor Animals, These Ocean Organisms Protect Their Ecosystems against Heat Waves

Mixotrophs, with both plant and animal characteristics, may play a critical role in combating marine heat wave impacts on ocean ecosystems. [ more ]

The Verge

How to tame notifications on your Android phone

Managing notifications on Android devices can help filter out distractions and ensure you focus on what's truly important. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Digital life

16 Times Celebs Accidentally Made Hilarious Social Media Fails

The article highlights instances where celebrities and influencers made social media posting mistakes, leading to quick corrections and reactions. [ more ]

Relay FM

Digital life

Clockwise #550: Strap In and Forget My Email - Relay FM

Early web nostalgia and memorable online experiences, the most disappointing tech product we've owned or reviewed, our persistence in troubleshooting tech, and the oldest piece of technology we still use.

www.nytimes.com

The Basics of Smartphone Backups

Having a backup system for your phone is essential to keep files safe and restore them in case of loss. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

22 hours ago

Tech industry

Netflix Added More Than 9 Million Subscribers in First Quarter

Netflix added 9.3 million subscribers in Q1 2024, with strong financial performance and a focus on expanding content and audiences. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Tech industry

Tesla's Board Backs a Pay Package for Elon Musk Struck Down by Judge

Tesla's board of directors approved a $47 billion compensation plan for Elon Musk, despite criticism and setbacks. [ more ]

Stackify

Tech industry

Benefits of Localized Distributed Tracing - Stackify

Distributed tracing is a household term nowadays - if your house is an IT department!Modern enterprises use cloud-native applications for agility and responsiveness to customer needs.

Boston.com

Watch: How to help migrant families in Massachusetts

Boston.com community content producer Alex Svenson highlights local organizations looking for volunteers and donations.

www.npr.org

US news

Senate kills articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas

Senate rejected impeachment articles against Mayorkas due to policy dispute, not high crimes

Senate aims to prevent impeachment for settling policy disagreements and ward against partisan impeachments [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

The Debate in Israel Over Who Should Be Required Serve in the Military : State of the World from NPR

Calls to end military exemptions for ultra-Orthodox Israelis due to recent conflict in Gaza. [ more ]

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MarTech

The state of data in 2024: How the ad industry is adapting to privacy regulations | MarTech

Companies must prioritize consumer privacy and adopt a 'privacy-by-design' approach to succeed in the digital advertising industry. [ more ]

Nextgov.com

Decoding distinctions in biometrics

Facial recognition and facial analysis distinctions are crucial for privacy and regulation. [ more ]

Electronic Frontier Foundation

Fourth Amendment is Not For Sale Act Passed the House, Now it Should Pass the Senate

The Fourth Amendment is Not For Sale Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives, protecting location data privacy, advocates for privacy rights, and closing a dangerous loophole. [ more ]

Future of Privacy Forum

Two New Apple and Google Platform Privacy Requirements Kicking In Now - Future of Privacy Forum

Apple's new mandatory requirements include privacy manifests for apps and SDKs in the App Store. [ more ]

TechRepublic

morePrivacy professionals

Devices Infected With Data-Stealing Malware Increased by 7 Times Since 2020

The number of devices infected with data-stealing malware in 2023 was 9.8 million, with an expected rise to 16 million; infostealers are on the rise due to ease of access. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

6 hours ago

What are product lines? Types, examples, and strategies - LogRocket Blog

Product lines are groups of related products under one brand, aiding in market segmentation and enhancing customer appeal. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Flip phone concept aims to inspire creativity with Nokia, Nothing aesthetics - Yanko Design

Nokia's eccentric designs, criticized for flooding the market, sometimes showcased unique, ahead-of-time features that may find relevance in the current smartphone era. [ more ]

Berlin Startup Jobs

11 hours ago

Job Vacancy: Senior Product Manager (f/m/d) // 7Mind GmbH | Product Management Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Promoting mental and personal well-being through a supportive work environment and tools for self-care. [ more ]

bootcamp.uxdesign.cc

Steering the future: a new vision for car UX

Car interfaces may have evolved in design, but the user experience (UX) has not kept up, similar to the early stages of smartphone development. [ more ]

moreUX design

Iapp

EU data protection

A view from Brussels: Behavioral advertising is an unstoppable current

Large online platforms may struggle to comply with requirements for valid consent if only offering a choice between data processing for advertising or paying a fee. [ more ]

Iapp

EU data protection

Will the EU AI Act work? Lessons learned from past legislative initiatives, future challenges

The EU AI Act, a pioneering legislation, merges technical product safety with fundamental rights protection, sparking debates on its effectiveness and uniqueness. [ more ]

Investing.com Australia

13 hours ago

EU data protection

EU Regulators criticise Meta's subscription model, citing "binary choice" By Proactive Investors

EDPB and EU Court reject Meta's ad-free subscription model for tracking users without true consent. [ more ]

Shopify

AI Apps: Best Artificial Intelligence Apps for a Range of Uses (2024) - Shopify

AI market to surpass $700 billion by 2030 [ more ]

Fast Company

What happens when we train our AI on social media?

A unique relationship between social media and AI is developing, but there are concerns regarding the impact of training models on social media content. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Time for APAC Region to Build Its Own AI Foundation Models, Says CSIRO

Germany needs AI paradigm shift for Europe's digital sovereignty [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

A revolution for sport? Olympic vision for AI innovations laid out by IOC

AI revolutionizing sports landscape at IOC with potential for talent identification, event organization, broadcasting, and spectator experience. [ more ]

Soccer News

Wolves v Arsenal: 'What we still have to play for is beautiful' - Arteta - Soccer News

Arsenal focusing on a beautiful remaining season despite recent setbacks. [ more ]

Soccer News

It's time to show what we're made of, says Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta - Soccer News

Arteta challenges Arsenal to show what they are made of after recent setbacks. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Mikel Arteta backs scrapping of FA Cup replays in order to protect players'

Mikel Arteta supports scrapping FA Cup replays to protect players' welfare. [ more ]

BBC Sport

in 5 hours

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Arsenal team news

Wolves' top scorer Matheus Cunha is absent because of a calf problem and Nelson Semedo is sidelined by a muscle issue.

www.bbc.com

'AI helps me to make wine for younger drinkers'

The winemakers using artificial intelligence to help them grow grapes and blend their wines.

Wine Enthusiast

The Best Argentine Malbec Wines to Buy Right Now

Malbec is grown extensively in Argentina, showcasing diverse styles from warm, high-altitude regions to cooler, low-altitude areas. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

9 hours ago

Can a Brewery Make Good Wine? These Beer Makers Say Yes.

Craft breweries like Alesong Brewing are venturing into winemaking, creating beer-wine hybrids and expanding their customer base by offering wine options. [ more ]

Wine Enthusiast

21 hours ago

The Best Side for a Sandwich? Wine

Consider unique wine varieties like Carmenère or Cabernet Franc for sandwiches with specific flavors such as Philly cheesesteak. [ more ]

www.latimes.com

6 hours ago

Editorial: Google's hardball tactics against California news outlets show why it should be regulated

Google's recent actions potentially threaten independent news outlets by hinting at their power over search engine results. [ more ]

www.npr.org

18 hours ago

Which scientists get mentioned in the news? Mostly ones with Anglo names, says study

Scientists with Asian or African names were 15% less likely to be mentioned in media coverage of research. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

10 hours ago

How CBC News safeguards its independence | CBC News

CBC News is transparent about its editorial decisions and standards, ensuring independence and integrity in its journalism. [ more ]

The Nation

NPR's Problems Won't Be Solved by "Viewpoint Diversity"

Critique of NPR's smugness and lack of diversity in programming. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

How To Leverage Social Media to Optimize PR Success and Increase Your Brand Awareness | Entrepreneur

Social media is a powerful tool for entrepreneurs to establish themselves as thought leaders and connect with their audience and fellow business leaders. [ more ]

AdExchanger

Netflix Announces New Ad Measurement Options Ahead Of The Upfronts | AdExchanger

Netflix is growing its ad-supported accounts and focusing on building a more sustainable revenue base through advertising. [ more ]

Buffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses

Social Media Benchmarks for 2024 Across Industries

Comparing social media metrics to industry benchmarks is crucial for understanding performance and setting achievable goals. [ more ]

Mashable ME

Report finds that Big Tech's ad monitoring tools are failing miserably. X is the worst.

Big Tech's ad transparency tools are failing, with X scoring the worst, hindering efforts to combat scams and disinformation. [ more ]

beehiiv Blog

beehiiv x Atria: How to Make Winning Newsletter Ads With AI

Newsletter ads can help reach targeted, engaged audiences and build trust for effective advertising. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Finland urges EU to help end migrant influx from Russia DW 04/19/2024

Finnish PM calls on the EU for help in curbing migrant influx via Russia. [ more ]

www.dw.com

NATO: Zelenskyy needs Patriots, Stoltenberg promises them DW 04/19/2024

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasizes the critical need for air-defense systems to combat Russian aggression, stressing it as a determining factor of alliance with NATO. [ more ]

Washington Post

NATO seeks air defenses for Ukraine as Congress finally nears vote on aid

NATO allies considering responses to Ukraine's air defense requests, with focus on Patriot missiles and $60 billion U.S. aid.

Ukraine's urgency for air defense escalated due to increased Russian attacks, seeking similar support as seen in the Middle East. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

What Asia's Most Talked-About Party Can Teach Us About Engaging Remote Employees

Effective communication channels and clear goals are essential for engaging remote employees. [ more ]

Parent Portfolio

10 Best Part-Time Remote Jobs * Parent Portfolio

Remote work, including part-time remote jobs, is on the rise and offers benefits like flexibility, cost savings, and the opportunity to work from anywhere. [ more ]

Forbes

What The Nike CEO Is Getting Wrong About Remote Work

Remote work is increasingly embraced, especially by younger generations, and global companies have long operated with distributed workforces. [ more ]

Bizjournals

7 ways workspaces are changing in the remote work era

Companies are reimagining office spaces to accommodate flexible and remote work arrangements, such as leasing smaller spaces and adding technology to support hybrid work. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

G7 countries slam Chinese firms' support for Russia's defence industry

Chinese businesses transferring materials to Russia for weapons production in Ukraine is concerning to G7 foreign ministers, urging pressure on China. [ more ]

RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Ukraine, Israel Aid Advances In Rare House Vote As Democrats Help Republicans

Violence in Pakistan persists; officials killed in ambush. [ more ]

RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Russian Military Court To Try Theater Director Berkovich, Playwright Petriichuk

Increase in violence in northwestern Pakistan. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Why did Afghan Taliban sour on Pakistan? DW 04/19/2024

Strained relationship between Afghan Taliban and Pakistan. [ more ]

RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Hungary's Government To Discuss Potential Fuel-Price Intervention

Unidentified gunmen ambushed customs officials in Pakistan, killing four in a surge of violence. [ more ]

The Walrus

Yes, It's Okay to Throw Away a Book | The Walrus

Books hold a special status and are seen as a wholesome purchase even when unread due to the perception of supporting the publishing industry. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Why academics should see writing as their own art form (opinion)

Academics face challenges in identifying as writers despite writing being a significant aspect of their careers. [ more ]

Funcheap

Films: "The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg" + "The Poetry Deal" (SF Main Library)

Honoring Beat poets Diane di Prima and Allen Ginsberg during National Poetry Month through documentaries at San Francisco Public Library. [ more ]

The Paris Review

In Warsaw - The Paris Review

The short story 'The Beautiful Salmon' explores the complexities of dinner parties, sharing unique insights and reflections on such occasions. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Information security

Review Methodology for Password Managers

Detailed breakdown of TechRepublic's password manager review process. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Information security

Data Encryption Policy | TechRepublic

Data Encryption Policy aims to define encryption requirements for all organization devices to prevent unauthorized access. [ more ]

www.npr.org

'When I Think of You' could be a ripped-from-the-headlines Hollywood romance

A second-chance romance set in Hollywood explores challenges of meaningful work and past heartbreak. [ more ]

Kqed

5 New Mysteries and Thrillers for Your Nightstand This Spring

Books covering murder, cryptography, and missing-person cases.

First-person narration and mysterious family dynamics in the novels create intriguing storylines. [ more ]

Kqed

It's a Wild Ride to Get to the Bottom of What Everyone's Hiding in 'A Better World'

Sarah Langan's novel 'A Better World' explores a family's pursuit of a seemingly perfect life in a suspicious town, blending thriller, science-fiction, and social commentary. [ more ]

www.npr.org

'Lucky Girl' is the global journey of a Paralympic medalist

Paralympic medalist Scout Bassett shares her journey in a new book. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Major League Baseball

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Friday's MLB games

Slow-to-sign starters Jordan Montgomery and Blake Snell square off at San Francisco's Oracle Park in a pitchers' environment. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

23 hours ago

Major League Baseball

Yankees Claim Taylor Trammell, Designate Kevin Smith

The Yankees announced that they have claimed outfielder Taylor Trammell off waivers from the Dodgers, the latter club having designated him for assignment earlier this week.

MLB Trade Rumors

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Place Tyler O'Neill On Injured List

Tyler O'Neill placed on concussion injured list, Rob Refsnyder reinstated. Devers to undergo MRI for left knee. O'Neill diagnosed with mild concussion, impacting his strong start. [ more ]

Forbes

Privacy technologies

YouTube Issues New Ad Blocker Warning As Crackdown Ramps Up

YouTube is intensifying measures against third-party ad blockers on its platform, causing potential issues for users using such apps. [ more ]

Flipboard

Social media marketing

How to quickly grow your social media following in just a year

Go viral fast.

Plus more social media hacks to grow your accounts.

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Explore this storyboard about Instagram by Influencive on Flipboard.

Eater

Food & drink

A Simple and Delicious Nasi Ulam Recipe

Nasi Ulam is a heritage dish in Southeast Asia with variations in Malay, Peranakan, and Indonesian cuisine, using finely chopped herbs to enhance white rice. [ more ]

Eater

Food & drink

Eater Names Henna Bakshi as Editor of Eater Atlanta

Henna Bakshi appointed as editor of Eater Atlanta. [ more ]

Eater

Food & drink

The 26 Best Restaurants in Medellin, Colombia

Modern Medellín showcases diverse dining experiences from local haunts to fine dining restaurants, reflecting a robust food scene. [ more ]

www.npr.org

National Football League

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The article discusses the potential role of artificial intelligence in personal finance management. [ more ]

AP News

20 hours ago

US politics

US and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to Tehran's weekend attack on Israel

WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. and U.K. on Thursday imposed a new round of sanctions on Iran as concern grows that Tehran's unprecedented attack on Israel could fuel a wider war in the Middle East.

Steelers Depot

23 hours ago

Pittsburgh Steelers

NFL Clears Ravens WR Zay Flowers Following Domestic Violence Allegation

The NFL cleared Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers of domestic violence allegations due to insufficient evidence, allowing him to participate in all team activities. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Notes: Former Top Prospect Promoted, LA Loses Outfielder to Yankees, Michael Busch Wants Revenge

Dodgers making moves with promotions and losses, former player seeks revenge. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Collectible Giveaway: How to Win Three Exclusive Bobbleheads

Opportunity to win exclusive Dodgers bobbleheads by subscribing to Dodgers Nation Instagram.

Bobblehead trio features Freeman, Betts, and Kershaw with impressive accolades and contributions to the Dodgers' success. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Taylor Trammell Claimed Off Waivers By Yankees

The New York Yankees claimed Taylor Trammell off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers after being designated for assignment. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

JavaScript

Implementing infinite scroll in Next.js with Server Actions - LogRocket Blog

Infinite scrolling in Next.js can now be achieved without external libraries by utilizing Server Actions for initial data fetching, enhancing performance and user experience. [ more ]

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