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Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Motion is lotion': how to really look after your shoulders

Maintain shoulder mobility and strength by regularly using full range of motion, resetting posture hourly, and doing simple exercises to prevent stiffness and injury.
Wellness
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

How to Build a Home Pilates Setup That Feels Studio-Level

Pilates emphasizes intentional, precise, full-range slow movements using body resistance; simple gear (mat, grippy socks, fitted activewear) improves comfort, safety, and effectiveness.
Digital life
fromBustle
7 hours ago

Why TikTokers Are Going Analog In 2026

Many people are shifting from digital habits toward analog media and rituals to reclaim time and reduce online-driven stress.
Digital life
fromMedium
3 months ago

20+ best bookmarking tools for people who loves to save links

Curate and save useful links and bookmarks using various tools and apps to organize favorite books, songs, articles, and interests.
Digital life
fromLondon On The Inside
1 day ago

Londoners' Guide to Digital Entertainment Beyond the City

Digital entertainment provides Londoners flexible, indoor ways to unwind, with gaming and video streaming driving significant UK digital media growth.
fromNature
22 hours 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
5 days 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.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
5 hours ago

Samsung says RAM costs will likely lead to price hikes soon

AI-driven demand for high-bandwidth memory is causing a global RAM shortage that may force Samsung and other manufacturers to raise product prices.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

I Tested 5 AI Tools on 10 Real UI Design Prompts-Here's What Actually Works in 2025

Raw, first-pass AI UI outputs vary: some tools handle accessibility and structured layouts well, but many generate attractive mockups without solving complex, real-world UI problems.
Privacy professionals
fromDataBreaches.Net
23 hours ago

HIPAA Compliance and Breach Communications: Helpful Tips for SMBs - DataBreaches.Net

North Country Communications provides tailored, detailed HIPAA compliance consulting for small and mid-sized regulated entities, focusing on vendor oversight, risk analysis, and breach preparedness.
UX design
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

I stopped using Figma for 70% of my product design work...and my output doubled.

Design problems often stem from unclear thinking, not tools; clarifying purpose, users, and business needs before using Figma prevents wasted redesign and confusion.
UX design
fromInfoWorld
12 hours ago

Generative UI: The AI agent is the front end

Generative UI enables agents to dynamically create interactive UI controls via MCP APIs, making chat interfaces the front-end and backend actions agent-driven.
Tech industry
fromFuturism
3 hours ago

Dell Admits That Customers Are Disgusted by PCs Stuffed With AI Features

Consumers and vendors are rejecting AI-first PC strategies as unwanted, confusing additions; Dell admits buyers don't prioritize AI in purchase decisions.
Tech industry
fromTelecompetitor
2 hours ago

Talking quantum internet with Cisco's head of research

Cisco is developing networking technologies, including an entanglement chip, to enable a quantum internet connecting quantum computers and unlocking quantum data centers and secure applications.
#deepfakes
fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
EU data protection

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

fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago
EU data protection

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

more#deepfakes
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
4 hours ago

Stalkerware maker pleads guilty to sale of snooping software

A Michigan-based developer pleaded guilty to selling pcTattletale stalkerware that intercepted communications and enabled unlawful spying on partners and spouses.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
1 day 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.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Privacy will be under unprecedented attack in 2026 | Computer Weekly

The privacy of electronic communications will face increased risk in 2026 as governments push measures to weaken end-to-end encryption and enable client-side scanning.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
17 hours ago

Omnicom Media tackles frequency issues in TV via partnerships with Amazon and Roku

Omnicom integrates Amazon Ads' authenticated graph, Roku viewing signals, Omnicom viewership data, and Acxiom audiences to measure and manage ad reach and frequency across linear and streaming TV.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
16 hours ago

Why 2025 Marked The End Of The Data Clean Room Era | AdExchanger

Data clean room technology has become an integrated, largely invisible part of secure data collaboration and platform interoperability for marketers by 2025.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
6 hours ago

Only 40% of remote workers get clear feedback from management, new survey shows

Many companies struggle to manage remote work effectively because leadership practices designed for in-office environments have not adapted to remote and hybrid needs.
#n8n
more#n8n
Social media marketing
fromMarTech
8 hours ago

7 tips for building a B2B social presence that actually works | MarTech

B2B social media succeeds when teams set a clear goal, prioritize one primary platform, and align content, tone, and metrics to audience behavior.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
10 hours ago

I'm working in an office again, and it changed my mind about RTO

Voluntary, flexible office policies foster organic rhythms and rituals that align work with life, unlike mandatory return-to-office rules driven by control.
Privacy technologies
fromTasting Table
2 hours ago

New Facial Recognition Technology Has One Popular Grocery Chain Under Scrutiny - Tasting Table

Wegmans deploys facial, eye, and voice biometric surveillance in some stores, retains and may share data, and these systems have higher error rates for darker-skinned individuals.
Wine
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 hour ago

Designing luxury homes that blend with the vineyards

Wine country homes prioritize subtle, natural materials and low-profile design to blend buildings seamlessly with vineyards, emphasizing comfort, light, and outdoor living.
Major League Baseball
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Mets, Yankees lose out on Edward Cabrera in Marlins, Cubs swap amNewYork

Edward Cabrera is traded to the Chicago Cubs, offering elite velocity and strong metrics despite injury history, under team control and affordable through 2028.
Books
fromFortune
5 hours ago

Netflix co-CEO says he doesn't read business books-instead, he reads one 1902 novella about a ship and its captain 'over and over again' | Fortune

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos uses Joseph Conrad's Typhoon as a recurring leadership guide, valuing fiction's lessons over traditional business books.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
1 hour ago

Reading for the New Year: Part Two

A humorous, detailed account of a bungled attempt to play baseball with Major League All-Stars highlights participatory sports journalism's masochistic micro-detail.
Social media marketing
fromOn my Om
8 hours ago

Who decides what's real in the age of AI? Instagram does.

Instagram is transitioning into a gatekeeping role that verifies authenticity and prioritizes trusted creators over content as AI makes authentic-looking imagery easily reproducible.
Media industry
fromRAIN News
2 days ago

Steve Goldstein: Podcasting 2026: The Ups and Downs of Audio in 2025

Podcast consumption shifted toward video platforms, with YouTube dominating, Spotify investing in video, vertical short-form clips mandatory for discovery, and consolidation like Wondery into Audible.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Insider
5 hours ago

Wix says US employees 'will remain hybrid' as the Israel-based company announces 5-day office return

Wix requires employees in Israel, Poland, and Lithuania to return to full in-office work five days a week starting February 1; US staff remain hybrid.
Food & drink
fromwww.ocregister.com
8 hours ago

70 new Disneyland eats and treats for the 70th anniversary party

Disneyland restarts its 70th anniversary celebration on Jan. 8 with a new limited-time menu of 70 items across Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
Books
fromKqed
22 hours ago

Put These 12 Eye-Opening Nonfiction Books on Your 2026 Reading List

Corporate accountability in tech, pop culture's impact on young women, and evocative nature narratives that personify rivers.
Media industry
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

Omnicom Media's Adamski: clients are the only ones not complaining about principal media

Omnicom is integrating Interpublic's agencies and Acxiom into Omnicom Media's six-brand platform to drive growth and leverage shared infrastructure and data.
Writing
fromTiny Buddha
6 hours ago

The Power of Writing for Healing: An Embodied Approach - Tiny Buddha

Guided, body-aware journaling combined with therapy and structure can transform rumination into healing, foster self-awareness, and support meaningful personal change.
Food & drink
fromEater Chicago
4 hours ago

This South Side Soul Food Spot Serves Yakamein With a Side of Jazz

SoulFood Lounge 2 on Chicago's South Side blends Italian, Mexican, American, and Asian flavors with soul food in an upscale, shareable fine-dining experience.
Privacy technologies
fromAndroid Authority
4 hours ago

US judge hits Samsung with restraining order over 'spying on' smart TV users

A Texas judge ordered Samsung to stop collecting and using automated content recognition (ACR) data from TVs in the state under a temporary restraining order.
Social media marketing
fromMiami Herald
6 hours ago

Is OpenAI About To Buy Pinterest? What We Know

OpenAI is rumored to consider an $18 billion-plus purchase of Pinterest to gain human-generated browsing data and better compete with Google and Meta.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Indian police raid home of environmental activists over anti-fossil fuel campaign

India's Enforcement Directorate raided environmental activist Harjeet Singh's home over alleged foreign-funded advocacy for a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty.
fromZacks
7 hours ago

Pardon Our Interruption

As you were browsing something about your browser made us think you were a bot. There are a few reasons this might happen:
Wine
fromElite Traveler
16 hours ago

Dubai Is the World's Most Expensive City for Champagne

Champagne glass prices vary widely across global cities, with Dubai the most expensive and notable disparities between capitals and venues.
Writing
fromwww.npr.org
12 hours ago

The delightful history behind serendipity suggests it's not mere luck

Serendipity is the capacity to find valuable, unanticipated things and can be cultivated as a skill rather than dismissed as pure luck.
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
5 days 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.
Real Madrid
from101GREATGOALS.COM
4 hours ago

Vinicius is 'fundamental' for Real Madrid says Alonso

Vinícius Júnior has gone 15 games without scoring for Real Madrid but remains integral to Xabi Alonso's plans and is expected to regain form.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
22 hours ago

Daily newsletter 1/6

President Trump used the January 6 anniversary to attack transgender people as part of a GOP strategy targeting trans issues ahead of the 2026 election.
Manchester City
from101GREATGOALS.COM
4 hours ago

Manchester City v Brighton: Confirmed Premier League line-ups as youngster Alleyne starts

Manchester City must win to stay close to Arsenal, fielding a changed XI with debutant Max Alleyne and a goal-dry Erling Haaland under pressure.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham rebuffs 'fabricated' dressing room unrest reports

Real Madrid players deny dressing-room strife, publicly support coach Xabi Alonso, and describe Vinícius Júnior as a positive influence.
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