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Digital life
fromHuffPost UK
3 hours ago

What Is 'Deadzoning'? The 2026 Travel Trend All About Logging Off For Real

Deadzoning is a cultural shift towards disconnecting during travel to combat burnout and prioritize mental health over constant connectivity.
OMG science
fromNature
3 days ago

Daily briefing: Are boys really in crisis? What the science says

Concerns about boys should be viewed in the broader context of all young people.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are functional foods', and do they actually boost health?

Functional foods are gaining popularity, promising health benefits beyond basic nutrition, driven by consumer health consciousness and market growth.
OMG science
fromDefector
20 hours ago

Artemis Boldly Goes Where No Toilet Has Gone Before | Defector

Artemis II successfully launched with a crewed spacecraft featuring a toilet, but it malfunctioned shortly after reaching orbit.
Wellness
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Interview: The Light System on Building a New Category in Wellness Technology

The Light System combines light technology and holistic health to enhance wellness through energy system engagement.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 hour ago

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
9 hours ago

I turned to PrivacyBee to clean up my data - here's how it made me disappear

PrivacyBee is preferred for its comprehensive data removal services and user-friendly management tools.
#eu-customs-reform
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
21 hours ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
21 hours ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
21 hours ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
21 hours ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
more#eu-customs-reform
UX design
fromSmashing Magazine
2 days ago

A Practical Guide To Design Principles - Smashing Magazine

Design principles align teams, inform decisions, and embody organizational values, serving as essential tools in the design process.
#ai
Marketing tech
fromHR Brew
7 hours ago

AI is changing how people look for jobs, forcing recruiters to keep up

AI is transforming SEO and recruitment strategies, requiring adaptation to new search behaviors and tools.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
14 hours ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
Marketing tech
fromHR Brew
7 hours ago

AI is changing how people look for jobs, forcing recruiters to keep up

AI is transforming SEO and recruitment strategies, requiring adaptation to new search behaviors and tools.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
14 hours ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
Environment
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

Critical minerals are required to power AI data center demand

AI is driving unprecedented demand for energy storage solutions, particularly batteries, to support data centers and ensure grid stability.
more#ai
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
3 hours ago

Boathouse's New Chief Strategy Officer Says It's Time For Agencies To Take The Reins Of Measurement | AdExchanger

Sonia Chung emphasizes the need for agencies to develop their own data infrastructures to reduce dependency on major tech platforms.
Information security
fromInfoWorld
8 hours ago

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

I'd introduce aliens to shito sauce.' Items our panel would take into space

Personal items and literature can provide comfort and inspiration during a journey to the moon.
#california
Environment
fromSFGATE
9 hours ago

Why California's in a 'snow drought' even after a wet winter

California's April 1 snowpack is the second lowest on record due to warm temperatures melting snow quickly.
Environment
fromKqed
13 hours ago

As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED

California's April snowpack levels are near record lows due to extreme heat and reduced snowfall.
Environment
fromSFGATE
9 hours ago

Why California's in a 'snow drought' even after a wet winter

California's April 1 snowpack is the second lowest on record due to warm temperatures melting snow quickly.
Environment
fromKqed
13 hours ago

As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED

California's April snowpack levels are near record lows due to extreme heat and reduced snowfall.
more#california
National Football League
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 hours ago

NFL's Billion-Dollar Sportsbook Partnerships Expire With No Replacement as League Faces Microbetting Lawsuit

NFL has no official sportsbook partner for the first time since 2021 after deals with Fanuel, Draftkings, and Caesars expired without renewal.
National Football League
fromMusket Fire
20 hours ago

ESPN's latest A.J. Brown report comes with a warning Patriots fans can't ignore

A.J. Brown's fit with the Patriots is questionable due to his struggles against zone defenses despite his impressive physical attributes.
Books
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

What to Read Right Now, According to Cool Men

Men are encouraged to read a variety of fiction, including classics, memoirs, and trending novels, especially as summer approaches.
Books
fromInsideHook
21 hours ago

The 10 Books You Should Be Reading This April

April's new book releases cover diverse topics, including sports, family histories, and political extremism.
Social media marketing
fromInc
1 day ago

AI Flooded the Feed. Now, the Smartest Companies Are Moving Offline

In-person brand activations are becoming essential as digital content saturation increases, making physical presence a scarce and valuable marketing channel.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Meta's bid to woo creators to Facebook just might work, despite its recent legal woes

Meta's Facebook Creator Fast Track program offers guaranteed payouts to attract creators, despite recent legal challenges regarding user safety.
Major League Baseball
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Alvarez a top-10 bat? Ohtani wins Cy Young? Perdomo for real? Don't be surprised

Yordan Alvarez is poised to return to top-10 hitter status in the 2026 MLB season after a strong start.
Remote teams
fromAxios
23 hours ago

Office vacancies hit record high

Companies are reducing office space needs due to a shift towards remote and hybrid work models post-pandemic.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
20 hours ago

Which Pre-Arbitration Pitchers Will Sign Extensions?

Recent baseball transactions have focused on player extensions, particularly for position players, while pre-arbitration pitchers remain without long-term deals.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

College flaws that could affect the 2026 NFL draft's top QBs

The 2027 NFL draft class of quarterbacks is highly anticipated, featuring notable talents like Arch Manning and Julian Sayin.
#mcdonalds
Food & drink
fromFortune
17 hours ago

McDonald's joins the value menu simpler is better trend with 10 items at less than $3 each | Fortune

McDonald's is simplifying its value menu to 10 items under $3, starting April 21, to enhance affordability and competition.
Food & drink
fromFortune
17 hours ago

McDonald's joins the value menu simpler is better trend with 10 items at less than $3 each | Fortune

McDonald's is simplifying its value menu to 10 items under $3, starting April 21, to enhance affordability and competition.
more#mcdonalds
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
10 hours ago

9 Amy's Frozen Pizzas, Ranked - Tasting Table

Amy's offers a diverse range of frozen meals and canned soups, with a standout product being their Vegan Supreme Pizza.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
13 hours ago

Rachel Carson Has Known the Ocean

Rachel Carson's lyrical writing transformed scientific communication, inviting readers to perceive the ocean beyond human limitations.
Writing
fromItsnicethat
17 hours ago

Elizabeth Goodspeed on why design writing needs designers writing

Writing and design stem from a shared love of history and complex ideas, with personal expression being key to the author's creative process.
Wine
fromwww.7x7.com
15 hours ago

5 Best Napa Wineries for a Picnic

Wineries in Napa offer diverse picnic experiences with gourmet food options and beautiful outdoor settings.
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

How to Handle Trusts and Psychological Safety When Scaling Organizations

Trust must be built team by team; it cannot be replicated as organizations scale.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

Exclusive: Money transfer app Duc exposed thousands of driver's licenses and passports to the open web

A publicly accessible Amazon storage server exposed personal data of hundreds of thousands, including driver's licenses and passports, without encryption.
Remote teams
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Gig workers in 50+ countries are filming themselves doing chores to train humanoid robots for $15 an hour - Silicon Canals

A new gig economy is emerging where workers film household tasks to train humanoid robots, highlighting economic disparities in compensation versus value extracted.
Wine
fromInc
19 hours ago

The Impressive Strategy 1 NYC Wine Shop Is Using to Beat Soaring Import Tariffs

U.S. wine businesses are adapting to tariff-related price increases by sourcing domestic alternatives and cheaper imported brands.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
18 hours ago

This International Fact-Checking Day, use these 5 tips to spot AI-generated content

AI-generated content complicates distinguishing fact from fiction, especially in breaking news like the Iran war.
Wine
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
16 hours ago

European Wines and Deli Meats Shine in North America

The Sip and Savor campaign promotes European culinary flavors in North America, focusing on Roero DOCG wines and Italian deli meats.
Manchester City
fromESPN.com
9 hours ago

Man City have three games to restore their crown -- and potentially send Pep out on a high

Manchester City revitalized their season with a Carabao Cup victory, shifting momentum ahead of crucial upcoming matches.
New York Mets
fromNewsday
7 hours ago

David Lennon: New Mets have disappointed in season's opening week

David Stearns aimed to refresh the Mets roster to avoid past disappointments, but early offensive struggles persist despite a promising start.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
8 hours ago

Mathew Barzal preaching positive vibes only as NY Islanders gear up for Flyers

Mathew Barzal emphasizes positivity and belief as the New York Islanders face a crucial playoff race with only six games remaining.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
7 hours ago

Psychology says people who crave both complete freedom and deep companionship aren't confused - they're experiencing the central tension of the human condition, and the people who resolve it aren't the ones who choose a side but the ones who stop treating it like a choice - Silicon Canals

The autonomy-connection paradox highlights the human need for both independence and intimacy in relationships.
London
fromianVisits
3 hours ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
1 hour ago

The older I get the more I notice that my body remembers arguments my mind has forgiven. A tone of voice, a specific pause before someone speaks, a door closing at a certain speed. Forgiveness turned out to be a cognitive event that the nervous system never agreed to. - Silicon Canals

Forgiveness involves both conscious decisions and unconscious bodily responses, highlighting the complexity of emotional healing beyond mere intention.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
3 hours ago

Talks held: Saudi Pro League now increasingly confident of signing Liverpool's Mohamed Salah

Mohamed Salah is likely to transfer to a Saudi Pro League club after announcing his departure from Liverpool this summer.
Women
fromNewsday
10 hours ago

Rusty in crunch time, women's Final Four teams brace for tight games after so many blowouts

The Final Four features elite teams facing potential challenges after dominating their opponents throughout March.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Hungary elections: what is at stake and who is likely to win?

Hungarians face a pivotal election on April 12, with Viktor Orban potentially losing power after 16 years to former loyalist Peter Magyar.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

I lost a $3m brand deal. I was like: OK, losers!' Swedish pop provocateur Zara Larsson on fame, fun and fighting the power

Zara Larsson's career is rapidly ascending, marked by chart-topping hits and a vibrant new album that redefines her pop persona.
New York Mets
fromFingerlakes1.com
4 hours ago

Mets drop third straight in series-opening loss to Giants | Fingerlakes1.com

The New York Mets lost 7-2 to the San Francisco Giants, extending their losing streak to three games with ongoing offensive struggles.
Marketing
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

High stakes, big budgets: How brands are navigating a massive sports year

Brands are prioritizing long-term partnerships over costly live sports advertising due to economic uncertainties and high costs of ad placements.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 hours ago

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing military service, global conflicts, and human rights from April 2 to 6.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

M&S boss calls for more action on crime and abuse of staff

Retail crime is escalating, with organized gangs targeting stores, leading to violence and abuse against staff, necessitating a stronger police response.
DevOps
fromTechzine Global
4 hours ago

IGEL breaks down the wall between IT and OT

IGEL is enhancing security and manageability in OT environments through its platform and Preventative Security Model.
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