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OMG science
fromTravel + Leisure
2 hours ago

The World's Largest Acidic Geyser Has Erupted in Yellowstone

Echinus Geyser, the world's largest acidic geyser in Yellowstone, has resumed erupting after remaining dormant since 2017, with activity beginning in February 2026.
Wellness
fromBustle
16 hours ago

Are We Thinking About Metabolism All Wrong?

Social media influencers promote metabolism-boosting products and supplements as urgent solutions, but metabolism optimization has been a recurring diet culture trend since the 19th century.
Digital life
fromFortune
12 hours ago

Meet the social media CEO who won't let his own kids on social media: 'Parents are oblivious to the world' | Fortune

American teens spend nearly five hours daily on social media, while many parents remain unaware of their children's actual digital activity and exposure to online dangers.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 day ago

Can the Drake equation's final term predict humanity's demise?

Despite discovering thousands of exoplanets, no extraterrestrial life has been detected, and recent research suggests technologically advanced civilizations may survive less than 5,000 years.
Wellness
fromBon Appetit
11 hours ago

This Sleepytime Latte Is Better Than Melatonin

Clevr Blends Sleeptime Latte containing magnesium, adaptogens, and herbal ingredients improved sleep quality and depth within 15 minutes of consumption.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
12 hours ago

Colossal Biosciences breeds controversy while trying to revive mammoths

Colossal Biosciences uses gene-editing, cloning, and AI technologies to resurrect extinct species like woolly mammoths while developing tools to save endangered animals, though critics question the ethics and feasibility of de-extinction.
Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I grew up lower-middle-class and spent my 30s embarrassed by it-then I turned 55 and realized it was the best thing that ever happened to me - Silicon Canals

Growing up lower-middle-class provided foundational values that enabled later success, and shame about one's origins wastes energy better spent on self-acceptance.
Digital life
fromSecurityWeek
16 hours ago

Hacker Conversations: Inti De Ceukelaire, Raging Against the Machine Creatively

Inti De Ceukelaire became a hacker driven by the challenge of making systems do what he wanted, discovering his identity as a hacker at 15 after finding bugs in Google.
Wellness
fromAol
11 hours ago

How Americans are rethinking wellness in 2026

Americans are shifting from generic wellness fads to personalized, data-driven health approaches using wearables and AI tools to address burnout and economic stress.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever

Young people increasingly view online privacy as inevitable loss rather than a right, accepting data sharing as currency for digital services while older privacy advocates warn this threatens fundamental freedoms.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
5 hours ago

How to clean up your digital footprint - and why it matters more than you think

Abandoned social media accounts and old posts create digital vulnerabilities requiring regular maintenance to protect reputation and prevent identity theft or fraud.
Tech industry
fromSilicon Canals
2 hours ago

Google didn't just buy Tim Sweeney's silence - it bought a testimonial from its most credible opponent - Silicon Canals

Tim Sweeney agreed to a binding settlement with Google that prohibits him from criticizing the company and requires him to publicly advocate for Google's platform as procompetitive, reversing his previous public stance against platform monopolies.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
5 hours ago

Intel CFO swears big Foundry wins coming soon

Intel's Foundry division is close to securing multi-billion dollar annual revenue deals for advanced packaging technology, addressing the division's significant financial losses.
fromJon Kolko
23 hours ago
UX design

A Design Turn

Design faces existential challenges from industry layoffs unrelated to business performance, AI commodification of creative work, and assembly-line optimization of design processes.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
20 hours ago

Transnational AI regulation needed to protect human rights in the UK | Computer Weekly

International regulatory harmonization is essential for AI safety because advanced AI systems operate across borders and require coordinated global standards to protect fundamental rights.
EU data protection
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

IAB Europe Publishes 2026 Readiness Report Highlighting AI, Regulation & Sustainability Challenges in Digital Advertising

European digital advertising ecosystem expands sustainability focus to include both environmental and social dimensions, with social impacts ranking higher in materiality than environmental concerns.
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
16 hours ago

Google Speeds Up Chrome Updates for Its 3 Billion Users

Google accelerates Chrome's update cycle from four to two weeks to compete with emerging AI-powered browsers while maintaining market dominance.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
17 hours ago

Landmark legal challenge against Home Office eVisa system heard | Computer Weekly

A judicial review challenges the Home Office's refusal to provide alternative proof of immigration status alongside its eVisa system, citing persistent data quality and integrity issues.
UX design
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

5 design principles to feel fully alive

Meaningful life emerges through daily design practices and experiences rather than one-time discovery, with aliveness and human potential exceeding what any single lifetime can express.
UX design
fromNeil Patel
1 day ago

How to Use AI for Graphic Design

AI accelerates design workflows through integrated tools that enhance ideation and iteration while requiring human judgment for brand strategy and final decisions.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 hours ago

Netflix Embraces The CAPI Trend; Can AI Save The News? | AdExchanger

Netflix launched a conversion API to help advertisers track ad performance and justify streaming TV ad investments, joining other platforms in providing measurement capabilities.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 hours ago

'Not a big part of the work': Meta's LLM bet has yet to touch its core ads business

Meta's CFO confirmed the company is not yet using large language models for its core ranking and recommendation systems, though this represents a future strategic priority.
Marketing tech
fromwww.marketingdive.com
1 day ago

CMOs face risks locking brands into agency AI platforms: Gartner

Agencies are investing heavily in proprietary AI platforms, but half will become obsolete by 2029 as open-source hyperscaler solutions dominate enterprise AI deployments.
English Premier League
fromGeordie Boot Boys
7 hours ago

Practice makes perfect as Eddie Howe makes brilliant William Osula reveal

Osula scored a crucial goal off the bench to secure Newcastle's victory over Manchester United, demonstrating the value of dedicated training and persistence despite previous inconsistency.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

New policy coming on data centres, City Hall says

London is developing new data centre policies to balance economic benefits against environmental concerns, particularly regarding power consumption and water usage.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 hours ago

Debate continues over Richmond's use of Flock cameras

Richmond officials debate renewing a $2 million Flock Safety surveillance contract after disabling 150 cameras due to privacy concerns over unauthorized national data access capabilities.
Books
fromVulture
4 hours ago

We're Getting Two New ACOTAR Books Very Soon

Sarah J. Maas announced two new A Court of Thorns and Roses books releasing within months, with the story spanning three physical volumes across four narrative parts, the fourth still unwritten.
Books
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 hours ago

'ridiculously good-looking saunas' showcases 36 design-led thermal retreats worldwide

Gestalten's book documents 36 global sauna projects, showcasing how contemporary architecture is reviving thermal retreats as intentional gathering spaces across diverse cultures and landscapes.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 day ago

TikTok rules out using end-to-end message encryption

TikTok deliberately refuses to implement end-to-end encryption in messaging to enable law enforcement investigations, despite security risks and its history of data misuse by parent company ByteDance.
English Premier League
fromSky Sports
5 hours ago

Liverpool's loss at Wolves was a record-breaking late defeat but why do Arne Slot's side keep conceding? It isn't luck

Liverpool has conceded a record five winning goals during stoppage time this season, reflecting a pattern of playing too long in balanced matches rather than poor late-game defending.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
5 hours ago

What Working For Food Network Is Actually Like - Tasting Table

Hosting a Food Network show requires professionalism, punctuality, treating people well, and focusing on connecting with one person rather than the audience.
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
15 hours ago

Tottenham players have stated talking about relegation, admits boss Tudor ahead of crunch Crystal Palace clash

Tottenham players acknowledge relegation as a real possibility while fighting to stay in the Premier League, currently sitting 16th and four points above the drop zone.
Books
fromVulture
4 hours ago

Sarah J. Maas Could Still Make an ACOTAR TV Show

Sarah J. Maas owns her masters and plans to control ACOTAR adaptations, following Taylor Swift and Colleen Hoover's approach to creative ownership and vision protection.
National Football League
fromMusket Fire
17 hours ago

Former Patriot labeled the next Sam Darnold with potential for career resurgence

Mac Jones showed promise as a 49ers backup and could resurrect his career with a new team, similar to Sam Darnold's successful turnaround.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerworld
20 hours ago

3 Android theft protection additions you should absolutely activate

Android devices have built-in security layers and permission systems that prevent unauthorized app access to sensitive data without explicit user approval.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
6 hours ago

Trader Joe's Sliced Bread, Ranked - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's offers 11 varieties of sliced bread with diverse options including white, whole wheat, and gluten-free varieties, evaluated on flavor, texture, shape, size, and cost.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
23 hours ago

Is legal uncertainty softly killing remote-work innovation?

Legal uncertainty surrounding remote work regulations undermines HR innovation and creates inconsistent policies, pushing managers to assume responsibilities beyond their scope while leaving both employers and employees confused about rights and obligations.
Environment
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

Dear Trump: the Future Belongs to the Efficient - Streetsblog USA

Life expectancy increases with energy consumption only at low levels; beyond 40-50 GJ per capita, additional energy use shows minimal health benefits and may correlate negatively in wealthy nations.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
20 hours ago

The Humble Frozen Meal Is Getting A Glow-Up In 2026, According To Whole Foods - Tasting Table

Freezer fine dining—chef-inspired frozen meals with high-quality, globally-inspired ingredients—emerges as a major 2026 food trend, driven by demand for convenient restaurant-quality dining at home.
Environment
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

What I Wish I Knew When I Started with Green IT

The tech sector's 6% of global emissions are increasing despite climate goals, requiring urgent Green IT transformation to prevent uncontrollable natural disasters and meet Paris Agreement targets.
National Football League
fromDefector
15 hours ago

Kyler Murray Dishonorably Discharged | Defector

Kyler Murray's release by the Arizona Cardinals reflects his career pattern of generating intrigue rather than sustained production, despite early promise with the team.
Remote teams
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
15 hours ago

Outsourcing to Poland: What types of work are a good fit - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Poland offers reliable nearshore outsourcing for stable, repeatable work due to overlapping time zones, skilled engineers, and strong documentation practices that enable seamless collaboration with Western clients.
Wine
fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

Why California's wine industry is being crushed

California wineries face a severe crisis from oversupply, weak demand, cheap imports, and tariffs, forcing layoffs and production shutdowns across the industry.
Wine
fromwww.marinij.com
15 hours ago

Hog Island Oyster Co. teams up with winery to help save white abalone

Hog Island Oyster Co. and McPrice Myers Wines partnered to release Sea Legacy wine, with 25% of proceeds supporting white abalone restoration on the California coast.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
15 hours ago

What If You're Fundamentally Not Flawed?

Childhood Bible memorization programs instilled the doctrine of original sin, teaching children they were inherently flawed and required constant improvement through religious discipline and obedience.
Writing
fromMedium
8 hours ago

Things that don't matter when you write

Write in plain English only when you have something meaningful to say, avoiding unnecessary complexity and focusing on authentic expression rather than technical perfection.
National Football League
fromLos Angeles Times
13 hours ago

'I am sorry I failed us': Kyler Murray expresses regret after learning Cardinals are letting him go

Kyler Murray was released by the Arizona Cardinals after six seasons, finishing with a 38-48-1 record despite being the 2019 No. 1 overall pick and two-time Pro Bowler.
Remote teams
fromQuartz
21 hours ago

6 work-from-home scams to avoid, according to Reader's Digest

Remote job scams pose significant risks by mimicking legitimate positions while extracting upfront payments or personal information from applicants instead of providing actual employment.
Wine
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Humans' pull toward alcohol may have ancient origins (according to chimp pee)

Wild African chimpanzees consume alcohol from fermented fruit, suggesting human attraction to alcohol has ancient evolutionary origins rooted in seeking calorie-rich food sources.
Writing
fromKqed
16 hours ago

A Glimpse of Iran Through the Eyes of its Artists and Journalists

Iranian-American artists and writers explore diaspora, identity, and historical trauma through poetry, fiction, and documentary, examining the lasting impact of political upheaval and U.S. intervention on Iranian communities.
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