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US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

Iran warns US troops and Israel will be targets if America strikes over protests as death toll rises

Widespread Iranian protests entered their third week with at least 116 dead, 2,600 detained, an internet blackout, and rising risks of domestic and international escalation.
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
23 hours ago

The New Year's resolutions nutritionists and trainers actually follow themselves - and 3 they skip

Small, sustainable changes beat extreme, all-or-nothing overhauls for lasting improvements in diet, exercise, and overall wellness.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The hill I will die on: Decorative cushions and throws on hotel beds should be banned, immediately | Annabel Lee

Decorative cushions and bedspreads in hotels are often unwashed and feel unhygienic, prompting guests to remove them.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

An active January: 14 motivation-boosting buys to help you stick to your resolutions

Enjoyable, immediate-reward fitness tools and gear can increase motivation and make sticking to new-year exercise resolutions easier.
Digital life
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTokers Are Using This Nostalgic Hack To Lower Their Screen Time

People are limiting smartphone use by tethering phones like old landlines, creating physical boundaries to reduce screen time and encourage offline habits.
Digital life
fromZDNET
1 day ago

The right way to run an internet speed test (and how I use the results for better Wi-Fi)

Regularly test home internet speed, understand download/upload/latency metrics, and take corrective steps when results fall short of your ISP's promised service.
fromNature
4 days ago

Electrochemical defluorinative Matteson-type homologation - Nature

The Matteson homologation, first developed in 1980, elongates carbon chains by insertion into a C−B bond. 1 This versatile reaction traditionally requires three steps: carbanion formation, nucleophilic addition to organoboron, and a thermo- or Lewis acid-promoted boronate rearrangement. These processes often demand exacting conditions, including cryogenic temperatures and handling of air- and moisture-sensitive reagents. 2,3 Here, we report a Matteson-type homologation which integrates these three transformations into a one-pot electrochemical process.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientist Puzzled by "Symmetric Jet Structure" on 3I/ATLAS

3I/ATLAS exhibits a sun-pointing anti-tail and three symmetric rotating jets, consistent with cometary outgassing but prompting speculative artificial-origin claims.
OMG science
fromFortune
1 week ago

NASA's upcoming moonshot may let astronauts be the first to lay eyes on parts of the lunar far side that were missed by the Apollo program | Fortune

2026 features renewed human and robotic lunar missions, notable solar eclipses, increased auroral chances, and continued observation of interstellar comet 3I/Atlas as it fades.
Privacy professionals
fromYahoo
2 hours ago

Your privacy choices

Yahoo and partners use cookies to operate sites, authenticate users, measure usage, and—with consent—perform analytics, personalized advertising, and audience research.
#ai-image-manipulation
more#ai-image-manipulation
Tech industry
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

At This Year's CES, AI Ruled Everything

AI is becoming ubiquitous across consumer devices, integrating into TVs, refrigerators, laundry, and companions, reshaping lifestyle technology and device connectivity.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Microsoft execs respond to mass layoff rumors

Microsoft denies plans to cut 11,000 to 22,000 jobs after online rumors; prior 2025 reductions and heavy AI spending have driven cost restructuring.
UX design
fromMedium
4 days ago

If your confidence is at an all-time low in design, try this

Designers must build confidence and interpersonal communication to survive solo roles amid layoffs and shrinking budgets.
UX design
fromMedium
4 days ago

Beyond conversations: natural language as interaction influencer

Natural language interfaces shift responsibility from users learning system structure to systems understanding user intent and executing compressed workflows.
UX design
fromMedium
5 days ago

What good writing looks like

First drafts are the worst; iterate on microcopy for interfaces until confirmations and labels become concise, clear, and user-focused.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
11 hours ago

Elon Musk says X's new algorithm will be made open source next week

X will open-source its new recommendation algorithm, including all code for organic and advertising post recommendations, within seven days and update it every four weeks.
EU data protection
fromThe Drum
2 days ago

No, I'm not going to opt-in to your email database just because you want me to

Many organisations request GDPR opt-ins but offer vague 'special offers' instead of clear, fair value exchanges for consumers' personal data.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Minister seeks showdown with Elon Musk's X over Grok undressing minors, as research reveals 6,700 images per hour created by its AI engine

Grok generated thousands of non-consensual nudified images per hour, triggering legal scrutiny while parent company xAI raised $20bn in new funding.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Creating a Company Culture That Embraces Regulatory Standards

Embedding regulatory compliance into company culture through clear communication, integrated training, and shared responsibility reduces risk and protects reputation.
Social media marketing
fromThe Drum
9 hours ago

Hootsuite launches global social media skills platform

Hootsuite launches a global Academy offering videos, resources and industry-recognized social media certifications to professionalize social media roles and address skill shortages.
Major League Baseball
fromwww.espn.com
5 hours ago

MLB free agency tracker: 2025-26 offseason trades, moves - ESPN

MLB teams began aggressive offseason moves immediately after the Dodgers' title, with major free-agent signings, trades, and Japanese players joining MLB clubs.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
3 hours ago

Why AppLovin Stock Jumped 108% in 2025 | The Motley Fool

AppLovin pivoted to pure-play adtech, sold its slow-growth games business, leveraged AI, expanded into e-commerce, and delivered over 100% stock gain.
Food & drink
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

Texas Barbecue Is Coming Soon to American Airlines Flights

American Airlines will serve Pecan Lodge barbecue to first-class passengers on select Dallas–New York flights, offering a barbecue platter in February and brisket in March.
Books
fromIndependent
4 hours ago

'I'm getting married in 2027. So that's a great come around' - Eoin McGee on the injury that changed his life, finding new love and his latest financial advice book

Eoin McGee begins a new life chapter after an eight-year health scare, shifting focus to philosophical and practical strategies for living free from financial stress.
Environment
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 hours ago

Trump's climate war could cost America a generation, if we let it

U.S. policy rollbacks and dismantling of scientific infrastructure are undermining climate science, stalling the clean-energy transition, and eroding long-term American competitiveness.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Motley Fool
2 hours ago

Prediction: These 2 Unstoppable Stocks Will Join Nvidia, Alphabet, Apple, and Microsoft in the $3 Trillion Club by 2027 | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms and Broadcom are positioned to reach $3 trillion market capitalizations by the end of 2027 due to AI-driven growth and market leadership.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
5 hours ago

The Gourmet Instant Espresso You Can Find At Aldi For Under $8 - Tasting Table

Nescafé Gold Instant Espresso available at Aldi for under $8 yields up to 50 cups and delivers smooth, espresso-like flavor with crema.
Food & drink
fromBuzzFeed
7 hours ago

50 Things Americans Believe Are Completely Normal But Are Actually Very, Very, Very Strange

Many non-Americans find certain American habits baffling, such as supermarkets dedicating an entire aisle exclusively to cereal.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

We've got your back': Australian PM visits bushfire-ravaged towns as 300 structures destroyed and 350,000 hectares burned

Heatwave-driven bushfires in south-east Australia burned about 350,000 hectares, destroyed hundreds of structures including 80+ homes, forced evacuations, and prompted a $20m recovery package.
Environment
fromZDNET
8 hours ago

Unplugging these 7 common household devices helped reduce my electricity bills

Unplugging multiple idle electronics and adjusting thermostat small amounts significantly reduces home energy waste and can cut annual electricity costs by up to about $200.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Adelaide festival did not dump Jewish columnist from 2024 program despite request from Randa Abdel-Fattah and others

Adelaide Festival rejected calls to remove Thomas Friedman in 2024 but later removed Randa Abdel-Fattah, prompting claims of inconsistent application of cancellation principles.
Remote teams
fromsilive
20 hours ago

Looking for a work-from-home job? These 10 big companies are hiring, study says

Numerous major companies are offering hybrid or remote positions, and work-from-home job postings recently increased by 3%.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Sky TV down as thousands of viewers report outages across the UK

Sky TV suffered widespread outages across the UK starting before 3am and peaking before 7am, affecting thousands of viewers and some streaming services.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
22 hours ago

MuddyWater Launches RustyWater RAT via Spear-Phishing Across Middle East Sectors

Iran-affiliated MuddyWater deploys a Rust-based implant called RustyWater (RUSTRIC) via spear-phishing Word macros to target diplomatic, maritime, financial, and telecom sectors.
Information security
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Trend Micro patches critical flaws in its Apex Central software

A vulnerability in Apex Central's management server lets remote attackers cause the server to load and execute a malicious DLL without authentication.
Information security
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

MongoBleed Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Read Data From MongoDB's Heap Memory

A zlib decompression flaw (CVE-2025-14847, MongoBleed) allows unauthenticated remote attackers to leak uninitialized memory and exfiltrate credentials from exposed MongoDB servers.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Renee Good's Killing Reveals Why Fact-Based Journalism Loses the Narrative Battle

Immediate official narratives shaped public perception of Renee Good's killing, polarizing interpretations before full facts emerged.
Social media marketing
fromThe Daily Dot
19 hours ago

"100 likes is the new 1000": Creators say Instagram likes have fallen off a cliff. Here's why

Instagram posts now receive far fewer likes due to shifts in user behavior and possible algorithm changes, producing a widespread 'like recession'.
Writing
fromwww.npr.org
21 hours ago

Opinion: Remembering Renee Good

Renee Good was a poet who explored tensions between science and faith and is remembered tenderly amid scrutiny of her final moments.
Media industry
fromFortune
20 hours ago

Netflix's $82.7 billion rags-to-riches story: How the a DVD-by-mail company swallowed Hollywood | Fortune

Netflix transformed from a DVD-by-mail startup into a dominant entertainment conglomerate pursuing an $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., HBO, and HBO Max.
#poetry
more#poetry
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Inside the brand and agency scramble for first-party data in the AI era

Generative AI and privacy shifts are accelerating brands' move to own and manage first-party data and infrastructure to regain control of marketing insights.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
1 day ago

Mastercard's commerce media boss on what happens when AI agents do the buying

Commerce media must shift from placement-driven tactics to trust, security, and verifiable proof-of-purchase as AI agents automate consumer buying decisions.
Remote teams
fromTheStreet
1 day ago

AT&T makes drastic decision after employee policy backfires

AT&T required employees back in-office five days a week; many companies plan similar increases to strengthen culture and productivity, risking unintended consequences.
Europe news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

No flag, anthem or parade: An isolated Winter Olympics beckons for Russian athletes

Russian athletes will compete at Milan Cortina as Individual Neutral Athletes, barred from national symbols and anthems while still seeking competitive success.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
1 day ago

How hackers fight back against ICE surveillance tech

Flock's ALPR network enables widespread surveillance, with law enforcement and ICE access, prompting countermeasures and revealing serious security failures.
Social media marketing
fromThred Website
1 day ago

Content concern sees X lose 60% of its revenue in the UK

X's UK revenue collapsed 60% in 2025 after advertisers fled over Grok-enabled mass sexually explicit deepfakes and associated safety and reputational risks.
Wine
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Absolute Best Nonalcoholic Sparkling Wine In Stores Is Worth The Splurge - Tasting Table

Bolle's Blanc de Blancs is an award-winning, alcohol-free sparkling made from chardonnay and silvaner, uniquely re-fermented after dealcoholization for layered, dry, complex flavor.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
1 day ago

ExpressVPN two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now

ExpressVPN Advanced 28‑month plan costs $101 (~$3.59/month), delivering fast speeds, easy-to-use apps, large server network, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This Luxury Hotel Brand Just Unveiled Its New Wine-and It's All You'll Want to Drink on Your Next Vacation

Montage Healdsburg launched Montage Estate wines from on-site vineyards designed and harvested by Jesse Katz, debuting a 2023 cabernet sauvignon exclusive to Montage and Pendry.
Europe news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe

Heavy snow and ice across Europe grounded hundreds of flights, stranded more than 1,000 passengers at Schiphol, and disrupted rail, road and power networks.
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 week ago

FPL 2025/26: England duo among five players that need to be dumped from your team ahead of GW20

Sell Thiago, O'Reilly and Hincapié in FPL ahead of Gameweek 20 due to injury concerns, rotation risk and reduced minutes.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
5 hours ago

Craig Berube on Max Domi beating up the 6'5 Marcus Pettersson with lefts and rights: "The old man taught him"

The Maple Leafs won 5-0, powered by strong special teams, stabilized goaltending, improved defense, roster health, and leadership from Max Domi.
Dallas Cowboys
fromBlogging The Boys
5 hours ago

Dallas Cowboys NFL draft order 2026: Packers' pick from Micah Parsons trade finalized

The Packers' loss awards Dallas the Packers' first-round pick at No. 20 overall, while the Cowboys' own first-round pick sits at No. 12.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

Corporation hits back in row over who runs cafes

The City of London Corporation selected Daisy Green to run four Hampstead Heath and Queen's Park cafes after retendering to secure longer-term leases and investment.
#germanyindia-relations
more#germanyindia-relations
Real Madrid
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
2 hours ago

Chelsea and Arsenal eyeing up a move for Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Junior may leave Real Madrid; Arsenal and Chelsea are interested, with Chelsea prepared to offer €150 million, enabling Real to reinvest.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany news: Dobrindt vows to fight left-wing extremism DW 01/11/2026

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is heading for India. DW has more. The damage to cables in Berlin that caused a power outage is thought to have been carried out by left-wing extremistsImage: picture alliance/dpa Skip next section What you need to know Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has announced new measures to combat left-wing extremism Chancellor Friedrich Merz is kicking off a three-day visit to India, accompanied by a large business delegation
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Martino's, London SW1: Beautiful bedlam' restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

Martino's is a stylish, busy Italian-leaning all-day brasserie near Sloane Square offering classic dishes, meticulous old-school hospitality, and glamorous, highly visible dining atmosphere.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 hours ago

Driving rules, Brexit, and the Clooneys: 6 essential articles for life in France

British residents in France should update post‑Brexit residency cards to obtain permanent status; 2026 brings new driving laws, holiday planning, shopping rights, and citizenship pathways.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
9 hours ago

Deals: Poco M8 Pro and M8 go on sale, Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, Pixel 10 discounted

Multiple smartphones and a tablet are discounted, including Poco M8 series, Poco F7, Redmi Pad 2 4G, and Motorola Razr 60 Ultra.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

US protests condemn ICE killing of Renee Good and a regime that is willing to kill its own citizens'

Hundreds marched in Philadelphia demanding ICE leave communities and calling for an end to U.S. military actions in Venezuela after recent ICE-related shootings.
#san-jose-sharks
more#san-jose-sharks
#journalism-funding
more#journalism-funding
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
6 hours ago

Oppo Reno15 Pro (for India) hands-on

Reno15 Pro pairs a 6.78-inch 120Hz 1800-nit AMOLED with a 200MP main, multiple 50MP cameras, Dimensity 8450, and a lightweight 7.65mm, 205g design.
Manchester City
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

I've never celebrated a goal at 9-0 down in my life': inside Exeter's dressing room on a day to remember

Gary Caldwell told Exeter City to 'take the win today' before facing Manchester City, using humour, collaborative planning and instinctive leadership to steady the underdogs.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

The rugby mum looking to get others to play

Postpartum women's rugby clubs help new mothers stay active, build community, and inspire others to return to sport while balancing family life.
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