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11 hours ago

Scientists discover 27 potential new planets that orbit two stars in solar systems far, far away

Astronomers discovered 27 new potential circumbinary planets orbiting two stars, expanding the known count significantly.

Digital life

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Wikipedia founder brands Australia's social media ban an unmitigated disaster' and an embarrassment'

Jimmy Wales criticizes the Australian social media ban, calling it a disaster that promotes surveillance and highlights the toxic nature of online interactions.

OMG science

Nytrus Reserve Just Put a Meteorite in Your Whiskey Glass - Yanko Design

The Nytrus Reserve Meteorite Tumbler incorporates a 4.6-billion-year-old meteorite fragment into a hand-blown glass design, creating a unique and artistic whiskey tumbler.

OMG science

Rare comet to flash through New Zealand skies before it disappears for 170,000 years

Comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS will be visible in southern skies for two weeks before disappearing for 170,000 years.

Digital life

fromTheregister

Techie botched the last thing they did before a holiday

Teague's unauthorized DHCP server caused network issues for his council colleagues after he left for a week-long holiday.

Digital life

fromPsychology Today

19 hours ago

Grief in the Age of Digital Immortality

Big Tech is creating digital avatars of deceased loved ones, raising ethical concerns about grief and data exploitation.

Wellness

fromThe Atlantic

23 hours ago

The Internet Is Obsessed With Ovulation

The menstrual cycle is often portrayed as a gift, but narratives around it can lead to misconceptions and potential emotional costs.

Wellness

The happiest time of life is as you get older': can positive thinking help you age better?

Positive attitudes towards ageing can significantly improve physical and cognitive health outcomes in older adults.

Wellness

fromIndependent

Luke O'Neill: If you're not one of the 1pc who can manage on five hours' sleep, here's how to supercharge your shuteye

Understanding whether you are an owl or a lark can improve sleep quality.

UX design

fromNathanbeck

6 days ago

The death of design

Anthropic's Claude tool enhances UX and product design by simplifying the design process and improving user experience.

UX design

fromMedium

Collected consciousness, exhausting moment, UX Research with AI

Creative communication relies on emotion, connection, and context, which artificial intelligence lacks in its content generation.

Tech industry

fromFortune

How Twilio CEO Khozema Shipchandler is turning the company around and beating SaaSpocalypse fears | Fortune

Twilio CEO Khozema Shipchandler improved company focus and integration, leading to a 25% stock increase after robust Q1 earnings.

EU data protection

fromTNW | China

10 hours ago

China is building data exchanges, exporting governance via Digital Silk Road, and treating data as a national asset - not a privacy right

China views data as a production factor, building infrastructure and governance frameworks to support its economic model, contrasting with EU and US approaches.

UX design

fromSaturdave

2 weeks ago

Information Architecture (Still) Matters

Information architecture remains crucial for addressing challenges of the Information Age, emphasizing human-centric design and organizational alignment.

fromTechzine Global

ShinyHunters claims Instructure breach, data from 275M users stolen

Instructure confirmed a data breach affecting personal data of users, with claims of 275 million individuals' data stolen by the ShinyHunters group.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

4 days ago

Former EFF Activism Director's New Book, Transaction Denied, Explores What Happens When Financial Companies Act like Censors

Financial intermediaries frequently block accounts and transactions, impacting diverse individuals due to arbitrary policies and misinterpretations of laws related to speech.

Tech industry

fromTNW | Business

SK Hynix jumps 12% as Big Tech doubles down on AI memory

SK Hynix's rise in value is driven by increased demand for high-bandwidth memory amid significant capital expenditure from major tech companies.

#california

fromLos Angeles Times

A push to shield immigrant aid workers is raising 1st Amendment concerns

California Assembly Bill 2624 aims to protect immigrant aid workers' personal information to prevent harassment, but raises concerns about free speech and journalism.

fromFresno Bee

Which California state jobs offer remote work? See openings with hybrid schedule

California state workers have remote work options, but a return to the office is mandated for most employees starting July 2024.

fromSacramento Bee

Which California state jobs offer remote work? See openings with hybrid schedule

California state workers have remote work options, but a return to the office is mandated for most employees starting July 2024.

fromLos Angeles Times

A push to shield immigrant aid workers is raising 1st Amendment concerns

California Assembly Bill 2624 aims to protect immigrant aid workers' personal information to prevent harassment, but raises concerns about free speech and journalism.

fromFresno Bee

Which California state jobs offer remote work? See openings with hybrid schedule

California state workers have remote work options, but a return to the office is mandated for most employees starting July 2024.

fromSacramento Bee

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Which California state jobs offer remote work? See openings with hybrid schedule

California state workers have remote work options, but a return to the office is mandated for most employees starting July 2024.

more#california

Tech industry

GameStop's CEO unleashed a flood of good memes with his eBay offer

GameStop proposed a $56 billion buyout of eBay, sparking a wave of memes and reactions online.

EU data protection

fromwww.thelocal.se

Sweden's speaker calls MPs to crisis meeting after citizenship voting drama

Sweden's parliament faces turmoil after the Sweden Democrats disrupted a citizenship vote agreement, leading to an extraordinary meeting of party leaders.

EU data protection

fromThe Jerusalem Post | JPost.com

Dynamic pay on platforms such as Uber should be banned, says TUC

Dynamic pricing in gig economy platforms like Uber should be banned due to its negative impact on worker earnings and transparency.

Social media marketing

fromForbes

9 hours ago

5 Content Types LinkedIn Is Rewarding Right Now For Faster Reach

LinkedIn now rewards content depth and authenticity over frequency, favoring creators who share personal experiences and evidence.

Marketing tech

8 minutes ago

Why Competitor ad research matters before running paid ads | The Jerusalem Post

Competitor ad research is crucial for successful paid advertising campaigns to avoid repeating past mistakes and wasting resources.

English Premier League

fromFox Sports

9 hours ago

'Didn't see that coming': Tottenham flip script in survival battle; Manchester United seal epic turnaround - Premier League Talking Points

Arsenal and Tottenham achieved crucial wins, impacting their title and relegation battles, while Liverpool faces uncertainty after a disappointing season.

Artificial intelligence

fromComputerworld

Relying on LLMs is nearly impossible when AI vendors keep changing things

Anthropic's report reveals significant AI changes made without customer notification, raising concerns about control and visibility in enterprise IT.

Artificial intelligence

When, If Ever, Will A.I. Actually Make Money?

Elon Musk is suing former OpenAI partners over the organization's shift to a capitalist model, amid a competitive A.I. industry with scarce profits.

Marketing tech

fromThedrum

GumGum Introduces The GumGum Platform and Mindset Graph

GumGum Platform and Mindset Graph deliver privacy-respecting ads by connecting contextual, attention, and creative solutions to enhance user experience and brand outcomes.

Information security

fromTheregister

8 hours ago

Five Eyes warn agentic is too dangerous for rapid rollout

Agentic AI poses significant risks, requiring careful adoption and robust security measures to protect critical infrastructure from exploitation.

Artificial intelligence

fromAdExchanger

Who Actually Owns AI Governance? | AdExchanger

AI governance is increasingly falling on privacy professionals, complicating existing governance structures and responsibilities.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

41 minutes ago

Exploitation of 'Copy Fail' Linux Vulnerability Begins

A recently disclosed Linux kernel vulnerability allows root shell access, prompting urgent patching by federal agencies.

#washington-commanders

7 Commanders suddenly cast as sidekicks after Adam Peters' roster shakeup

The Washington Commanders are undergoing a roster overhaul to improve performance after a disappointing season.

Commanders may have quietly found their version of what made the Eagles so dangerous

The Washington Commanders are transforming their defense, drawing inspiration from the Philadelphia Eagles' successful strategies.

Commanders rebuild narrative flips as Adam Peters quietly wins over a powerful voice

Washington Commanders are revamping their roster with younger players and strategic signings to return to competitiveness after a disappointing season.

7 Commanders suddenly cast as sidekicks after Adam Peters' roster shakeup

The Washington Commanders are undergoing a roster overhaul to improve performance after a disappointing season.

Commanders may have quietly found their version of what made the Eagles so dangerous

The Washington Commanders are transforming their defense, drawing inspiration from the Philadelphia Eagles' successful strategies.

more#washington-commanders

Commanders rebuild narrative flips as Adam Peters quietly wins over a powerful voice

Washington Commanders are revamping their roster with younger players and strategic signings to return to competitiveness after a disappointing season.

Social media marketing

fromDigiday

The state of generative AI in the creator economy

Generative AI has become integral to creators' workflows, prompting platforms to enhance tools for identifying and managing AI-generated content.

The most painful thing about having parents who love you but don't quite know you is that they will spend the rest of their lives describing a son they invented to people who will never meet the one you actually became. - Silicon Canals

A mother’s idealized portrayal of her son creates a painful disconnect between reality and perception.

Relationships

fromSilicon Canals

There's a certain type of son who loves his father deeply but cannot sit in a room alone with him for more than twenty minutes - not because there's anything wrong, but because neither of them was ever taught what men say to each other when nothing needs fixing - Silicon Canals

Conversations with my father are limited to about twenty minutes before silence ensues, highlighting a structural communication barrier.

Writing

fromSilicon Canals

The most painful thing about having parents who love you but don't quite know you is that they will spend the rest of their lives describing a son they invented to people who will never meet the one you actually became. - Silicon Canals

A mother’s idealized portrayal of her son creates a painful disconnect between reality and perception.

Relationships

fromSilicon Canals

There's a certain type of son who loves his father deeply but cannot sit in a room alone with him for more than twenty minutes - not because there's anything wrong, but because neither of them was ever taught what men say to each other when nothing needs fixing - Silicon Canals

Conversations with my father are limited to about twenty minutes before silence ensues, highlighting a structural communication barrier.

more#family

Environment

Point of no return': New Orleans relocation must start now due to sea level, study finds

Immediate relocation of New Orleans is necessary due to imminent sea level rise and climate crisis threats.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

Over 40,000 Servers Compromised in Ongoing cPanel Exploitation

Over 40,000 servers have been compromised due to a critical cPanel zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2026-41940, allowing unauthorized administrative access.

Europe news

fromwww.aljazeera.com

NATO chief says Europeans have gotten the message' from Trump on defence

NATO countries face criticism from the US for insufficient support in the US-Israel war on Iran amid troop withdrawal from Germany.

Social media marketing

fromWIRED

Can Listening to 'Subliminals' Make You Beautiful? Plenty of Women Believe It

Young women are engaging with ASMR affirmations on social media to enhance their beauty through subliminal messaging.

English Premier League

fromSoccer News

9 hours ago

Bitesize Prediction: Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United - 04/05/26 - Soccer News

Shamrock Rovers aim to extend their lead in the Premier Division against Drogheda at Tallaght Stadium.

English Premier League

fromSoccer News

8 hours ago

Bitesize Prediction: Sligo Rovers vs St. Patrick's Athletic - 04/05/26 - Soccer News

St. Patrick's Athletic aims to reclaim top position in the Premier Division against Sligo, who are struggling but showing signs of improvement.

Media industry

fromTheregister

Ask Jeeves closes just as AI brings back chat-to-search

Ask.com, once a unique search engine, officially closed on May 1, 2026, after 25 years of operation and minimal market share.

Food & drink

fromTasting Table

9 Of The Oldest Pizzerias In The US - Tasting Table

America's oldest pizzerias have thrived for over a century by mastering pizza-making and maintaining high-quality ingredients.

fromAol

A UK cricket club welcomes remote workers to do their jobs and watch the match too

Surrey County Cricket Club offers hybrid workers the chance to work at The Kia Oval, enhancing attendance and providing a unique work environment.

Books

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

Underlake explores submerged towns and a diver's quest, while August, September, October reflects on life as a poetic process of memory and time.

Books

fromLos Angeles Times

It's time to set sail with the 'Yacht Girls,' L.A.'s coolest book club on a boat

The Yacht Girls Book Club meeting features a brunch, sound bath, and author event with poet Melody Godfred, focusing on self-love and authenticity.

Books

Harriet Clark's Debut Is a New Kind of Coming-of-Age Novel

A daughter navigates her upbringing shaped by her mother's imprisonment and the legacy of youthful radicalism that impacted their family.

Environment

Living library': inside the marine biobanks racing to protect ocean species from extinction

Biobanks serve as insurance against species extinction and support research for restoring at-risk marine ecosystems.

Environment

fromTravel + Leisure

One of California's Best Parks Is 50 Minutes From S.F.-With Few Crowds and One of the Prettiest Beaches in the State

Point Reyes National Seashore is a vast, biodiverse area near San Francisco, offering free access and minimal crowds for visitors.

Writing

Was the Declaration of Independence Better Before the Edits?

The Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson, remains a pivotal document reflecting the ideals of equality and government for securing rights.

Wine

fromMail Online

You're drinking prosecco wrong! Why you should never opt for a flute

Tilted glasses enhance the aroma and preserve bubbles in sparkling wines, improving the tasting experience.

Writing

Stopping to admire wisteria and taking pride in your laundry? Join me in the land of grownups | Polly Hudson

A newfound appreciation for everyday details signifies the transition into adulthood.

Major League Baseball

fromMLB Trade Rumors

Kazuma Okamoto Is Settling In Nicely For The Blue Jays

Kazuma Okamoto signed a four-year, $60MM deal with the Blue Jays and is showing promise as a capable hitter in the MLB.

Food & drink

fromTasting Table

15 hours ago

9 Frozen Pizzas That Taste Better Than Delivery, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Frozen pizzas can match or exceed the quality of local pizzerias, offering convenience without sacrificing taste.

Food & drink

fromTasting Table

22 hours ago

Baja Fresh Customers Still Mourn How The Chain Used To Serve Up Salsa - Tasting Table

Baja Fresh's salsa bar, a beloved feature, was removed due to health concerns during COVID and has not returned.

Major League Baseball

fromDefector

16 hours ago

It's Ildemaro Vargas Time In Major League Baseball | Defector

Ildemaro Vargas, a versatile player, has recently gained attention in fantasy baseball despite a long career with limited recognition.

Privacy technologies

fromZDNET

I enabled Data Saver mode on my Android phone to avoid overcharges - and it's a big relief

Control background data usage on Android to save money and manage limited mobile data effectively.

Privacy technologies

fromGotechtor

7 iPhone Settings That Secretly Expose Your Data-Fix These Now Before It's Too Late to Take It Back - Gotechtor

iPhones have numerous privacy settings that are often disabled by default, allowing excessive data collection by apps and Apple.

Wine

fromMail Online

Your hangover, mapped: Chart reveals what alcohol does to the body

Different alcoholic drinks cause varying hangover symptoms, with lighter spirits generally resulting in milder effects compared to darker drinks.

Major League Baseball

fromJays Journal

Sounds like beloved Blue Jays fan favorite is bringing his brand of magic to rival Orioles

Chris Bassitt's leadership has positively impacted the Baltimore Orioles' pitching staff after his departure from the Toronto Blue Jays.

Privacy technologies

Police are using surveillance tech to stalk love interests. Dystopia, here we come | Arwa Mahdawi

Garret Langley and his company Flock are controversial for their extensive surveillance technology used by law enforcement across the US.

Wine

fromIntelligencer

3 days ago

How a Boomer-Lib Wine Importer Took Down Trump's Tariffs

Victor O. Schwartz reflects on Donald Trump's past reputation and current policies, expressing disdain for the impact of tariffs on small businesses.

US politics

fromWIRED

54 minutes ago

A Federal Worker Was Fired for Filming DOGE. Now She's Running for Congress

Alexis Goldstein was fired from the CFPB for documenting DOGE's intrusion into the agency.

US politics

fromPOLITICO

Investigate them or shame them? Inside the debate over how to deal with creeps in Congress

The congressional ethics process is ineffective, leading to underreporting of misconduct by women staffers.

Manchester City

Man City prepare 'huge bid' for midfielder Elliot Anderson

Manchester City is preparing for a significant summer transfer window, targeting midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.

New England Patriots

fromMusket Fire

Patriots' late-round draft pick puts returning playmaker in the hot seat

The Patriots drafted running back Jam Miller in 2026 to enhance depth amid uncertainties about Rhamondre Stevenson's future with the team.

Manchester City

Experienced Man City defender Stones could start a transfer battle among top clubs

John Stones is leaving Manchester City as a free agent after nearly a decade, influenced by injuries and the club's evolving strategy.

Liverpool FC

Liverpool ready to ruin Man United's transfer plans by targeting Premier League defender

Liverpool aims to strengthen their defense by pursuing Bournemouth's center-back Marcos Senesi amid uncertainty over Ibrahima Konate's future.

Data science

fromInfoWorld

Small language models: Rethinking enterprise AI architecture

Specialized small language models (SLMs) are emerging as efficient alternatives to large language models (LLMs) for specific workflows in autonomous enterprises.

Marketing

fromForbes

The Rise Of The 'Casting Era' In The Creator Economy

The creator economy is shifting from AI-driven matching tools to valuing the nuanced work of casting agencies.

Left-wing politics

fromStreetsblog New York City

Want a green card? Better make sure you haven't criticized Israel on social media | Arwa Mahdawi

Criticism of foreign regimes, especially Israel, may lead to increased scrutiny of green card applicants' social media by US immigration officers.

New York City

Monday's Headlines: The Week Ahead Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A busy week for the livable streets movement includes discussions, performances, and events focused on cycling and urban mobility.

New York Islanders

fromEyes On Isles

How the NY Islanders can land a Top-3 pick at Tuesday's NHL Draft Lottery

The New York Islanders have a 0.0% chance of winning the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery.

10 hours ago

Tokenization Megatrend: Grayscale Names ETH, SOL, LINK in $30B Market

Grayscale identifies Ethereum, Solana, Canton, Avalanche, BNB Chain, and Chainlink as key beneficiaries of the expanding tokenized assets market.

Bitcoin Hits $80,000: Massive Short Squeeze and Institutional Buying Drive $96K Target

Bitcoin surpassed $80,000 on May 4, 2026, driven by institutional buying and short liquidations.

Blackrock's European Bitcoin ETP Surpasses $1.1 Billion in Assets With 14,200 BTC

Blackrock's European iShares Bitcoin ETP has surpassed $1.1 billion in assets under management, indicating strong institutional demand for bitcoin in Europe.

Bitcoin Hits $80,000: Massive Short Squeeze and Institutional Buying Drive $96K Target

Bitcoin surpassed $80,000 on May 4, 2026, driven by institutional buying and short liquidations.

Blackrock's European Bitcoin ETP Surpasses $1.1 Billion in Assets With 14,200 BTC

Blackrock's European iShares Bitcoin ETP has surpassed $1.1 billion in assets under management, indicating strong institutional demand for bitcoin in Europe.

more#bitcoin

Manchester City

Reduction in playing time could lead to shock exit of Man City star who joined last year

Tijjani Reijnders may leave Manchester City soon, with Serie A clubs, including Juventus, showing interest in the Dutch midfielder.

Europe politics

Starmer says UK opening talks with EU on joining 90bn loan scheme for Ukraine UK politics live

Keir Starmer advocates for UK participation in a €90bn EU loan for Ukraine to enhance military support and improve UK-EU relations.

Europe politics

fromwww.businessinsider.com

EU forging closer ties with Armenia as it sends experts to help counter Russian interference

The EU is deploying experts to Armenia to combat Russian propaganda and support the country during a critical political period.

Marketing

fromStreetsblog New York City

The hottest menu strategy: never-ending limited-time offers

Limited-time offers have become essential for restaurants to maintain customer engagement and drive sales in a competitive market.

New York City

Mamdani's NYPD Gave Thousands of Criminal Bike Summonses Until Mayor Ended Adams-era Crackdown: Stats - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani ended the NYPD's crackdown on cyclists and e-bike riders, reversing a policy that issued criminal summonses for low-level infractions.

Women

fromStreetsblog New York City

A missing generation': why are there are no female head coaches in Women's Six Nations?

A 10-point plan aims to increase female coaches in Premiership Women's Rugby, addressing the lack of diversity at the elite level.

New York City