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Digital life
fromSocial Media Today
1 day ago

TikTok Launches New Calendar to Help Parents Manage Teens' Screen Time

A physical weekly planner helps families connect weekly to plan, reflect, and discuss balanced online and offline time together.
US news
fromESPN.com
in 21 seconds

U.S. bobsledder Horn OK after scary solo ride

Kris Horn completed a solo four-man bobsled run at St. Moritz after his three teammates failed to board, reaching 75 mph and avoiding serious injury.
Wellness
fromWIRED
14 hours ago

Want to Stop Doomscrolling? You Might Need a Sleep Coach

Sleep requires deliberate training and discipline; adults can improve sleep by changing habits and using sleep coaching.
Wellness
fromIndependent
20 hours ago

Sarah Breen: Forget giving up booze during this miserable month - let me introduce you to Damp January

Coax yourself gently into the new year instead of imposing punitive resolutions or moralizing lifestyle changes like performative Dry January.
Wellness
fromWIRED
2 years ago

Most People Are Side Sleepers-Here Are 12 Mattresses to Keep Them Comfy

Top side-sleeper mattresses provide lumbar support, pressure relief, and comfort to keep the spine aligned while cushioning hips and shoulders; twelve recommended models highlighted.
Digital life
fromMUO
6 hours ago

My productivity secret is actually a specific way of using YouTube

Use YouTube as a work environment to improve focus by treating long, slow videos as consistent workspaces and time cues.
Digital life
fromRolling Stone
9 hours ago

Vagueposting: Why 2026 Content Is All About Keeping You Confused

Vagueposting is a growing social-media tactic where users post deliberately ambiguous content to provoke engagement, clicks, or controversy while avoiding explicit context.
fromNature
5 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
2 weeks 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.
UX design
fromMedium
4 hours ago

2.5 billion prompts later, there is still no system

AI projects prioritize prompting and vibes over system-level understanding, causing failures to adapt when architectures and system behaviors are ignored.
Privacy professionals
fromYahoo
18 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.
#instagram
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago
Information security

Instagram says there's been 'no breach' despite password reset requests | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago
Information security

Instagram says there's been 'no breach' despite password reset requests | TechCrunch

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
5 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
5 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.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
1 day 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
3 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
4 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
6 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

Motional puts AI at center of robotaxi reboot as it targets 2026 for driverless service | TechCrunch

Motional rebooted its robotaxi program to an AI-first approach and aims to launch a commercial driverless service in Las Vegas by the end of 2026.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
29 minutes ago

Meet Charlie's Steakhouse, The No-Menu New Orleans Icon Since 1932 - Tasting Table

Charlie's Steakhouse is a longstanding, unpretentious New Orleans staple known for a simple menu, welcoming atmosphere, and iconic no-menu tradition since 1932.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

CFB buzz: What we're hearing about playoff expansion, conference title games and bowls

Strong support exists for a 16-team College Football Playoff in 2026 if Big Ten and SEC commissioners reach a specific compromise.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 hour ago

Make Butter Pasta Even Better With This Extra-Savory Swap - Tasting Table

Anchovy butter—made by dissolving anchovies in melted butter and blending with softened butter and parsley—adds umami and balances richness on buttered noodles.
Privacy technologies
fromFox News
12 hours ago

5 tech terms that shape your online privacy

Limit app permissions, especially location, microphone, and photo access, and regularly adjust device privacy settings to prevent background data collection.
#remote-work
fromFortune
11 hours ago
Remote teams

I run one of America's most successful remote work programs and the critics are right. Their solutions are all wrong, though | Fortune

Investing in in-person connection, personalized integration support, and local engagement transforms remote work into sustainable community retention and economic diversification.
fromsilive
1 day ago
Remote teams

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%.
fromFortune
11 hours ago
Remote teams

I run one of America's most successful remote work programs and the critics are right. Their solutions are all wrong, though | Fortune

fromsilive
1 day ago
Remote teams

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

#smartphone-privacy
fromBackyard Garden Lover
15 hours ago
Privacy technologies

15 Phone Privacy Settings To Prevent Sharing Too Much

Limit smartphone data exposure through simple settings and permission changes to reclaim privacy and reduce tracking by advertisers and data brokers.
fromBackyard Garden Lover
15 hours ago
Privacy technologies

15 Phone Privacy Settings To Prevent Sharing Too Much

Reduce smartphone data exposure by adjusting permissions, disabling location services, and applying simple privacy-focused settings to limit tracking and data collection.
Social media marketing
fromThe Drum
1 day 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.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
12 hours ago

Affiliate marketing: Top 7 must-know trends for 2024

Brand-creator affiliate partnerships, platform competition (TikTok vs. Amazon), and AI, social commerce, retail media, and programmatic shifts will reshape affiliate marketing in 2024.
Major League Baseball
fromMarlin Maniac
8 hours ago

Miami Marlins Best To Wear Jersey Number Series No. 25: Derrek Lee

Derrek Lee is the Miami Marlins' best first baseman: a 2003 Gold Glove winner, 2003 World Series champion, six seasons, and 129 Marlins home runs.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Netflix and Paramount deals are both wrong for Warner Bros Discovery and democracy

Proposed mega-mergers and political pressure risk unprecedented media concentration that endangers free speech, newsroom independence, and democratic discourse.
Marketing tech
fromBlavity News & Entertainment
8 hours ago

Outshine The Competition With 7 Domains You Didn't Know Existed - Blavity

Creative domain extensions (like .life, .finance, .events) offer memorable branding and targeted keywords that help websites stand out and connect with specific audiences quickly.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 hours ago

New York City's Hidden-Gem Restaurants Can Often Be Found Behind These Unique Doors - Tasting Table

Freight entrances in New York City conceal weather-protected, low-cost, exclusive dining spots offering outstanding, adventurous food for diners willing to seek hidden eateries.
Information security
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

The Power Couple of 2026: Why Modern Businesses Pair Managed IT with Automated Scanning

Combine cloud managed IT services for operational agility with a high-performance vulnerability scanner for proactive, risk-based security to handle AI-driven threats and cloud complexity.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

David Letterman Bashes CBS, Says CBS News is 'A Wreck'

CBS News has been called a wreck, its historic journalistic integrity destroyed by current leadership, while late-night hosts remain among the few critical voices.
Major League Baseball
fromwww.espn.com
21 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.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
6 hours ago

Liverpool's Defensive Crisis: Why Conor Bradley's Injury Leaves Arne Slot No Choice but to Act - Soccer News

Liverpool's title defence is endangered by a right-back crisis after Conor Bradley's injury, with limited viable defensive alternatives unless a decisive transfer is made.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
19 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.
Environment
fromenglish.elpais.com
21 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.
Writing
fromwww.dw.com
14 hours ago

Jack London felt 'Call of the Wild,' lived life of adventure DW 01/11/2026

Jack London rose from poverty, labor and maritime adventures to become a politically conscious writer whose life experiences shaped his adventurous, socially critical fiction.
Writing
fromMission Local
13 hours ago

Abuelitas de la Mision: Maria Alicia Catalan, a poet who's lived in the Mission 55 years

María Alicia Catalán, a Salvadoran immigrant, built a lifelong caregiving career in San Francisco, remains active at 87, and expresses herself through poetry and music.
Environment
fromwww.bostonherald.com
10 hours ago

Eco-friendly toilet papers are trendy, but their actual environmental impacts vary

Toilet paper made from recycled fibers or alternative sustainable materials greatly reduces water, tree use, and pollution compared to conventional tree-based toilet paper.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 hours ago

Beach hazards statement in place for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday evening risk of sneaker waves

Hazardous beach conditions with increased rip currents, sneaker waves, and large shore breaks expected along the Bay Area coast through Monday evening.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

You can't replace time': Harcourt's wine and beer producers mourn loss of industry's heart in Victoria bushfires

A fire destroyed Harcourt Cooperative Cool Stores, obliterating equipment, stock, and livelihoods of local apple growers, winemakers, and craft producers.
Social media marketing
fromThe Daily Dot
1 day 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
1 day 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.
Remote teams
fromTheStreet
2 days 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
2 days 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.
Social media marketing
fromThred Website
2 days 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
2 days 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.
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.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
1 hour ago

'We played the way we wanted' - Hansi Flick proud of Barcelona's Super Cup win over Real Madrid

Barcelona beat Real Madrid 3-2 to win the Spanish Super Cup; Hansi Flick praised the team's performance and Raphinha, marking his fourth trophy with the club.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 hour ago

The 2026 Golden Globe awards are Sunday. Here's how to watch

2026 Golden Globes broadcast Sunday at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on CBS and Paramount+ with Showtime, hosted by Nikki Glaser; nominees listed.
Miami
fromhothothoops.com
1 hour ago

NBA GAMETHREAD: OKC Thunder (32-7) @ Miami Heat (20-18)

Miami Heat missing Norman Powell and Terry Rozier; Tyler Herro available despite toe sprain; OKC missing Isaiah Hartenstein and multiple players are out.
National Hockey League
fromRMNB
2 hours ago

Live updates: Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena

The Capitals visit Nashville lacking Tom Wilson and Jakob Chychrun; Charlie Lindgren starts against Predators' Justus Annunen while dads attend the Mentors' Trip.
National Hockey League
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 hours ago

Will Smith to join Sharks on road trip; Michael Misa to play vs. Vegas, but tough guy is scratched

Injured forward Will Smith will join the San Jose Sharks on their upcoming road trip; his timeline for returning to game play remains uncertain.
National Hockey League
fromEditor In Leaf
1 hour ago

Maple Leafs need to act quickly and trade for defenseman that would change everything

Dougie Hamilton wants a trade and could be available to the Toronto Maple Leafs, who must act quickly to address an urgent defensive need.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 hour ago

U-Haul truck hits protesters during demonstration in Westwood against Iran government

A U-Haul driver drove into several protesters in Westwood; police detained the driver and are investigating a possible motive, noting writing on the truck.
Education
fromBusiness Insider
2 hours ago

These Gen Z besties started planning to travel the world at 11. Teaching English in China helped make it happen.

Two childhood friends from Cape Town taught English in South Korea, worked long hours, and planned to teach in China but faced border closures.
Gadgets
fromTasting Table
1 hour ago

The Dishwasher Setting That Can Give You Spot-Free Glassware - Tasting Table

Use the dishwasher's heat-dry setting to prevent spotted or cloudy glassware by drying glasses quickly and reducing bacterial growth; reserve for large or humid loads.
Film
fromBuzzFeed
1 hour ago

Here's Why Wunmi Mosaku Waited To Reveal Her Pregnancy At The 2026 Golden Globes

Wunmi Mosaku is pregnant again and publicly embraced her pregnancy at the Golden Globes while balancing privacy rooted in Nigerian cultural norms.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
2 hours ago

The best-dressed celebrities at the 2026 Golden Globes

Selena Gomez and Colman Domingo ranked among the best-dressed at the 83rd Golden Globes in bold gowns and colorful suits.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

German Chancellor Merz begins his first state visit to India DW 01/12/2026

Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz will visit Ahmedabad, Gujarat for a three-day trip ahead of an EU-India summit expecting a free trade agreement.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Ukraine war briefing: Nightfall Britain races to develop ballistic missile for Kyiv

Britain will develop Nightfall ground-launched ballistic missiles for Ukraine: 200kg warhead, >500 km range, rapid multiple-launch capability, delivery within 12 months.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 minutes ago

Denmark's PM says Greenland showdown at decisive moment'

Denmark, backed by Nordic and European allies, vows to defend Greenland and international law against US threats to seize the territory.
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