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US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 hour ago

SNAP was restored, but many indigenous Americans still struggle with food insecurity

Federal shutdown threats to SNAP forced tribal programs and families to scramble for alternative food aid, exposing high food insecurity among Native American communities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 hours ago

4 dead and 10 wounded in shooting at banquet hall in Stockton, California

Four killed and ten wounded in a targeted shooting at a Stockton banquet hall family gathering; suspected shooter remains at large and authorities seek tips.
#remote-work
fromQuartz
2 hours ago
Digital life

The best U.S. cities for remote workers in 2026

Top U.S. cities for remote workers in 2026 balance affordability, strong digital infrastructure, high remote-worker share, coworking density, and local amenities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago
Remote teams

They wanted more flexibility to work from home. Here's how 7 people made it happen.

Employees can secure flexible, often near-exclusive remote-work arrangements by requesting exceptions, reducing commute stress while maintaining productivity and occasional in-person connection.
more#remote-work
Wellness
fromBustle
13 hours ago

50 Easy Little Tweaks That Instantly Make You Look Hotter

Small, targeted beauty and accessory products deliver immediate confidence boosts without overhauling your entire routine.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

AI video slop is everywhere, take our quiz to try and spot it

Verify online videos with simple checks; avoid assuming everything is fake or real and be wary of emotionally manipulative content.
Wellness
fromBustle
1 day ago

65 Weird Things That Make You Look Hotter In Under 5 Minutes - & They're SO Cheap

Unconventional, inexpensive at-home beauty products and hacks can create quick, noticeable glow-ups in under five minutes without salon time or high-tech gadgets.
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

CorePower Yoga's CEO rebuilt her life after losing her husband and house in one year

Decades-long yoga practice helped Niki Leondakis heal after losing her husband and home and led her to accept the CEO role at CorePower Yoga.
OMG science
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Giant Chinese Orb Detects "Ghost Particles" While Buried Under Mountain

JUNO, a 20,000-tonne underground spherical detector in China, has measured neutrino oscillation parameters with unprecedented precision within 86 days of operation.
fromwww.nature.com
1 week ago

Author Correction: Brahma safeguards canalization of cardiac mesoderm differentiation

Following publication of this article, we were alerted via PubPeer to an inadvertent image duplication in Extended Fig. 7b in our paper. Upon carefully examining all the figures, we have discovered another duplication error in Extended Fig. 3g. The errors occurred during figure preparation by using placeholder images originating from similar areas of a well. The errors do not compromise the results or the conclusions of our work.
OMG science
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Cambridge Dictionary has named its word of the year for 2025

People increasingly form parasocial connections with celebrities, influencers, and AI, driving mainstream use of the term "parasocial" in 2025.
Tech industry
fromTESLARATI
4 hours ago

Elon Musk reveals what will make Optimus' ridiculous production targets feasible

Tesla plans to scale Optimus production massively, potentially using self-replicating Optimus robots to reach millions-to-billions of units per year.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

4 tips to help you maintain a healthy credit rating

Credit enables economic mobility like homeownership but also fuels exploitative lending and debt; understanding its benefits and pitfalls can reduce harm.
UX design
fromBuzzFeed
1 hour ago

People Are Sharing The Most Absurd Places They've Been Asked To Tip

Tip prompts are increasingly appearing in places with no service, provoking frustration as tips remain crucial income for many low-paid US workers.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Can We Opt Out of Facial Recognition Technology?

Facial-scanning technology has become a routine, increasingly embedded part of airport and event security, reflecting the expansion of post-9/11 surveillance and screening measures.
Tech industry
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

Azure Virtual Desktop Goes Fully Hybrid with Arc-Enabled Servers

Azure Virtual Desktop can now run hybrid session hosts on on-premises Arc-Enabled Servers, connecting local VMs to the Azure control plane via Azure Arc.
EU data protection
fromThe Drum
20 hours ago

Preparing for the removal of third-party cookies

Marketers must prioritize consented first-party data and first-party cookies for targeting and measurement as third-party cookies are phased out.
Privacy professionals
fromBoston.com
21 hours ago

Judge says more women can join lawsuit over hidden camera in John Hancock locker room

Seven women spied on in a John Hancock locker room were permitted to join a lawsuit six years after the hidden-camera incident.
EU data protection
fromComputerworld
2 days ago

EU 'Chat Control' proposals should be red flag to businesses everywhere

Proposed rules risk allowing client-side scanning and voluntary message monitoring by Big Tech, undermining privacy, transparency, and corporate confidentiality across Europe.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 day ago

GrapheneOS bails on OVHcloud over France's privacy stance

GrapheneOS is leaving OVHcloud servers due to concerns about France's digital privacy stance, potential encryption backdoors, and data sovereignty risks.
UX design
fromFortune
3 days ago

How to stop 'death-by-measurement' from killing your product's vision | Fortune

Clear visionary direction plus executional excellence must be protected from fragmented measurement-driven processes that divert teams and degrade user-focused products.
UX design
fromTreehouse Blog
3 days ago

UX Design: Create Human-Centered Digital Experiences

UX design enables non-coders to create clear, accessible, and enjoyable digital experiences by understanding user needs and using information architecture, wireframing, and prototyping.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,375

Massive Russian missile and drone strikes and reciprocal Ukrainian naval and drone attacks caused civilian casualties, widespread power outages, and disrupted energy infrastructure.
National Football League
fromLos Angeles Times
1 hour ago

In exclusive Bird Streets Club meeting, Davante Adams showed Sean McVay his moves

Davante Adams has emerged as the Rams' primary red-zone threat with 48 catches, 631 yards and a league-leading 12 touchdowns, boosting Matthew Stafford's passing success.
National Football League
fromMusket Fire
2 hours ago

Bills' latest signing just created massive problem for Patriots in Week 15 matchup

Brandin Cooks signing with the Buffalo Bills adds a significant receiving threat, complicating the New England Patriots' defensive plans for their Week 15 matchup.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
1 hour ago

LinkedIn rolls out new relationship intelligence tools for B2B marketers and sellers

LinkedIn launched Relationship Explorer in Sales Navigator using first-party data and Personas to help marketers and sellers identify and target ideal contacts and leads.
Food & drink
fromSerious Eats
11 hours ago

Paulie Gee's Five Must-Eat Pizzas Across NYC

Paul Giannone led a five-borough pizza crawl sampling his favorite pizzerias, highlighting distinct styles like Joe & Pat's thin-crust Staten Island pie.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 hours ago

Thrive Capital partner says he can't think of a single company he's invested in that laid off engineers because of AI tools

AI is augmenting engineering jobs rather than replacing them, increasing productivity without widespread engineer layoffs.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
11 hours ago

This Popular Colorado-Based Sandwich Chain Has Nearly 50 Locations In 3 States, With Plans To Expand - Tasting Table

Snarf's crafts award-winning, community-tailored sandwiches using first-class ingredients, fresh bread, and custom store mosaics across expanding locations.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
1 hour ago

Joan Silber Reads "Safety"

Joan Silber reads 'Safety' (Dec. 8, 2025); subscribe on major platforms and sign up for the weekly Books & Fiction newsletter; Silber has nine fiction books and major awards.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Rising Tide protest: climate activists stop three ships from entering world's largest coal port in Newcastle

Activists blocked multiple coal ships at the Port of Newcastle during Rising Tide protests, demanding an immediate phase-out of coal and gas.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
10 hours ago

10 Up-And-Coming Chain Restaurants We'll See Everywhere In 2026 - Tasting Table

Many successful restaurant chains plan rapid expansion through 2026, opening numerous new locations to capitalize on recent sales momentum.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
1 hour ago

Joan Silber on Friendship in a Fractured World

Two childhood friends' diverging lives intersect around historical displacement, comedy as contrast, and a narrator's deliberate cultural distance.
Social media marketing
fromBuffer
2 weeks ago

Sharing videos through Buffer

Social networks require specific video file sizes and formats; uploaded videos are converted to MP4 H.264 at up to 1280x720, and thumbnail generation affects upload time.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
12 hours ago

Jacob Misiorowski Extension Talks Reportedly Yet To Gain Traction

Brewers must decide on extending Jacob Misiorowski despite elite velocity, limited innings, and injury risk; contract extension shows little progress.
Books
fromGameSpot
11 hours ago

The Best Cyber Monday Deals On Graphic Novels & Manga

Amazon's Cyber Monday sale offers deep discounts and B2G1 Free on comic book and manga collected editions from major publishers, including many Batman sets.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Water shortages could derail UK's net zero plans, study finds

Decarbonisation and industrial growth could create significant regional water deficits, potentially undermining the UK's ability to meet net zero targets.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Shopping for Christmas bargains? Beware the spray and pay' parcel delivery fraud

Spray-and-pay SMS delivery scams trick shoppers into paying fake redelivery fees and hand criminals bank details after major shopping events.
Social media marketing
fromBuzzFeed
7 hours ago

People Are Calling Out Things That Used To Be "Good" Until They Became Too Popular

Everyday affordable pleasures and bargains are becoming less accessible due to rising prices, commercialization, and influencer-driven demand.
Books
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

This startup hired a sci-fi novelist to give its AI companions a soul

Portola builds non-human, character-driven AI companions and hired a sci‑fi novelist to craft evolving personalities because large language models failed at storytelling.
Major League Baseball
fromBlueJaysNation
11 hours ago

Looking at if a reunion with Anthony Kay makes sense for the Blue Jays

Eric Lauer returned from the KBO to become a key Blue Jays starter in 2025, posting a 3.18 ERA across 104.2 innings and stabilizing rotation.
Marketing tech
fromThe Berkshire Eagle
1 day ago

ZBANX Launches "CMO Agent" Full-Stack Intelligent System: AI Empowers Global Brand Incubation in 7 Days

ZBANX's CMO Agent uses AI to unify strategic planning, creative automation, and cross-channel optimization for predictable, scalable global brand expansion.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
14 hours ago

Account based marketing is whatever you want it to be

ABM is a long-standing, varied approach where simple targeted account tactics contrast with complex, data-driven, multi-channel programs, so few organizations implement fully end-to-end.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens

Use operations security (opsec) to minimize personal data exposure online and ensure secrecy and availability of accounts and digital activities.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Remote Desktop Solutions That Fit Growing Businesses

SMEs increasingly prefer cloud-based or hybrid virtual desktop alternatives over legacy VDI due to lower cost, simplified licensing, and easier deployment.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Geo-restrictions getting in the way? Unblock your Premier League streams this weekend with this amazing Black Friday VPN deal from Surfshark

Surfshark VPN offers an 87% Black Friday discount, enabling secure, geo-unrestricted Premier League streaming worldwide with two-year plans plus three free months.
Wine
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Get A Bottle Of Wine Chilled Fast With One Simple Hack - Tasting Table

Adding salt to an ice-water bath lowers the freezing point and rapidly chills a wine bottle, often cooling it in about five minutes when agitated and insulated.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Move over, Murdoch: will Lord Rothermere be Britain's most powerful media mogul?

Lord Rothermere has acquired the Telegraph titles after renewing a decades-long family pursuit of British newspapers, reinforcing his family's centre-right media consolidation ambitions.
Information security
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Holiday shoppers beware! AI online shopping scams are on the rise, experts say

Online holiday shoppers face scams: fake deep-discount websites and brushing mail schemes using AI; verify URLs (https, padlock), avoid suspicious links and QR codes.
Media industry
fromBusiness Insider
23 hours ago

MrBeast says there are 3 key reasons his YouTube videos are so popular

High-budget spectacles, originality, and relentless focus on content quality, supported by hundreds of staff, drive MrBeast's massive YouTube viewership.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

What five years of evidence on hybrid working tells us about the future of employment

Hybrid and remote work proved effective across many jobs; the UK leads hybrid adoption, and evidence plus policy changes support formalising flexible working.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ukraine's anti-corruption authorities search properties linked to Zelenskyy's chief of staff Europe live

Authorized anti-corruption searches targeted properties linked to President Zelenskyy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak amid a broader probe into alleged state-level corruption.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Former Ukip MEP denies taking money to promote Russian interests

David Coburn denies accepting money linked to a campaign promoting Russian interests after messages mentioned him following Nathan Gill's bribery conviction.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

The Numbers Game: Arsenal out to extend lead over Chelsea in Stamford Bridge tussle - Soccer News

Arsenal lead the Premier League by six points with Chelsea second; both enter the London derby buoyed by recent dominant Champions League victories.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Its certainly looking up for resurgent Forest, says Dyche - Soccer News

Nottingham Forest have three straight wins, are unbeaten in five, out of the Premier League bottom three and optimistic heading into December fixtures.
Wine
fromBon Appetit
2 days ago

The Best Black Friday Wine Refrigerator Deals to Keep Your Bottles at Their Best

Wine refrigerators provide controlled, UV-protected storage to preserve wine flavor and are available in single-zone, dual-zone, and beverage-center models across sizes and budgets.
Media industry
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Oakland cops toss student journalist from news conference about John Beam's death

Oakland Police Department denied entry to student and other reporters by enforcing a mandatory police-issued press credential at a Laney College press conference.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Wine magnums aren't just for Christmas or even champagne

A magnum reduces oxygen exposure compared with a standard bottle, slowing and often improving wine ageing due to a lower wine-to-ullage ratio.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
1 week ago

Burnley vs Chelsea Bet Builder Tips - 5/1 Premier League Special, Analysis & Predictions - Soccer News

Chelsea can move to second with a win at Turf Moor; Burnley face a relegation fight and have not beaten Chelsea in 11 matches.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 hour ago

Commentary: What a scandal! (Or not.) How things have changed

Political controversies now often cause only temporary setbacks as changing public attitudes and rapid news cycles reduce the career-ending impact of many transgressions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Gutting of key US watchdog could pave way for grave immigration abuses, experts warn

DHS civil-rights oversight has been severely dismantled, risking unchecked abuses and impunity in immigration detention amid intensified enforcement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 hours ago

Trump's Legacy Is in the Supreme Court's Shaky Hands

An unprecedented second-term push expanded presidential power while election-manipulation efforts and the Supreme Court's shadow docket leave legal outcomes uncertain.
#maple-leafs
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
12 hours ago
National Hockey League

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Pittsburgh Penguins - Game #25 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

Maple Leafs refreshed by William Nylander's return aim to avoid losing ground in the Eastern playoff race against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
fromTheLeafsNation
9 hours ago
National Hockey League

4 takeaways from Leafs-Penguins: Hildeby, balanced attack comes alive in most complete win of year

Maple Leafs recorded their most comprehensive win of the season, with standout contributions from offense, defense, and goaltending including a high-velocity Auston Matthews goal.
fromTheLeafsNation
9 hours ago
National Hockey League

4 takeaways from Leafs-Penguins: Hildeby, balanced attack comes alive in most complete win of year

more#maple-leafs
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

How the Guardian ranked the 100 best female footballers in the world 2025

The world's top 100 female footballers for 2025 are ranked using votes from an expanded international jury of current and former coaches and players.
Golden State Warriors
fromwww.mercurynews.com
11 hours ago

Beloved former Warrior Kevon Looney welcomed back to Bay Area: So many memories'

Kevon Looney transitioned from long-time Warriors role player and locker-room leader to a Pelicans visiting player, remembered for rebounding, durability, and mentorship.
#barcelona
more#barcelona
Dallas Cowboys
fromInside The Star
18 hours ago

Cowboys' recent surge has Philadelphia looking in the rear view mirror Inside The Star

Cowboys' post-bye defensive reinforcements sparked a three-game winning streak and put the team within striking distance of the NFC East lead.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
1 hour ago

Palmieri injury could force Islanders trade

Kyle Palmieri's season-ending injury forces the Islanders to consider acquiring a top-six forward to maintain playoff hopes while avoiding reckless trades.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 hours ago

German firms split on how to deal with far-right AfD DW 11/29/2025

Germany's business community is divided over whether to engage with the far-right AfD, balancing debate against risks of legitimizing extremist positions.
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
2 hours ago

Google Pixel's marketing VP says she was once a lifelong iPhone user

Pixel aims to become the AI device by integrating Gemini across Google apps to markedly boost consumer productivity and creativity versus competitors.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
7 hours ago

This $195 Lenovo tablet is an unbeatable deal during Black Friday - especially if you travel often

Lenovo Tab Plus is a compact, affordable 11.5-inch tablet with an integrated kickstand and eight JBL speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos, on sale for $195.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Rams vs. Carolina Panthers: How to watch, start time, prediction and odds

Rams hold the top NFC seed and face a potential trap against the 6-6 Panthers while managing the distraction of being Super Bowl favorites.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 hours ago

Sport marketing's 'full-circle' moment: creator and licensing deals changing the game

Sports marketing is shifting to athlete-led platform-native content and emotional high-performance storytelling, turning sponsorship into IP investment.
Arts
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
9 hours ago

designboom's guide to miami art & design week 2025: what not to miss in and out of the fairs

Miami Art Week 2025 assembles major international and regional art and design fairs, showcasing galleries, designers, curated programs, and new partnerships across Miami Beach.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
1 hour ago

Sources: Liverpool expected to table 60 million bid for 'extraordinary' midfielder

Liverpool are preparing a 60 million bid for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga while facing competition from several top European clubs.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 hours ago

How you can help fight homelessness in Germany this holiday season

Homelessness in Germany exceeds 500,000, affects diverse groups, and requires rapid, targeted assistance, especially during winter.
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Netflix quietly adds new film being called one of 2025's best

The Independent funds paywall-free, on-the-ground journalism covering major U.S. issues through donations, while Netflix released the acclaimed Taiwanese film Left-Handed Girl.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
11 hours ago

8 ways AI can revolutionize your digital marketing strategy

AI enables digital marketers to automate tasks, personalize content, accelerate audience research, and optimize campaigns to improve efficiency and ROI.
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