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Digital life
fromGeeky Gadgets
2 hours ago

Hidden Travel Hacks Every Digital Nomad Should Know

Use eSIMs, compact gear, cloud tools, and backup connectivity to maintain productivity, freedom, and reliable communication while traveling as a digital nomad.
Digital life
fromDigital Trends
1 day ago

iPhones for Lifeline participants: AirTalk Wireless provides accessibility

AirTalk Wireless provides premium smartphones and tablets to eligible Lifeline participants, including promotional free iPhones and a new California retail store to assist enrollment.
Digital life
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

Australian social media ban aims to save teens from predatory algorithms'

A law will block under-16s from social media starting December 10 to protect them from addictive, predatory algorithms and online harms.
Wellness
fromBustle
11 hours ago

"Lifestyle Creep" Could Explain Why You're Struggling To Save Money

Earning more often triggers gradual spending increases—lifestyle creep—that erodes savings, raises monthly costs, and can lead to debt unless spending is consciously controlled.
Wellness
fromFuncheap
16 hours ago

"First Saturday" Wellness Fest: Free Massages & Herbal Tea Workshops (SF)

Free First Saturday Health Party offers wellness services, fitness and creative workshops, a catered lunch, and a mental health discussion at 601 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco.
Wellness
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

Bryan Johnson Has Discovered Shrooms, and He Really Wants You to Know It

Bryan Johnson livestreamed a high-dose psilocybin trip while measuring nearly 250 wellness biomarkers to investigate psychedelics' potential role in longevity.
OMG science
fromThe Atlantic
16 hours ago

Day 2 of the 2025 Space Telescope Advent Calendar: A Stellar Nursery

Reflection nebula GN 04.32.8 in the Taurus Molecular Cloud, about 480 light-years away, shows dust-enshrouded young stars and a protostar hidden in a protoplanetary disk.
OMG science
fromBustle
2 days ago

Your December Astrology Forecast

December 2025's astrology calms prior chaos and sparks inspiration, with a Gemini full supermoon, Sagittarius stellium and Capricorn season shift supporting new-year planning.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 week 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.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
8 hours ago

Amazon challenges competitors with on-premises Nvidia 'AI Factories' | TechCrunch

AWS launched on-premises AI Factories enabling corporations and governments to run AWS-managed AI systems in their own data centers, addressing data sovereignty concerns.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

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

Most design failures stem from unclear thinking and lack of problem clarity, not from limitations of tools like Figma.
UX design
fromMedium
3 months ago

Who are we designing for now?

Design must serve both humans and AI agents by balancing emotional intuition with structured, machine-readable interfaces and future-focused systems.
UX design
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Eric Morrison: Deconstructing Success in UX and AI

Eric Morrison converts user research into repeatable innovation by applying social science methods to design AI that amplifies human creativity and operationalizes adoption processes.
EU data protection
fromMacRumors
11 hours ago

Germany Considering Apple's App Tracking Transparency Changes

Germany is evaluating Apple's proposed ATT prompt changes intended to preserve privacy while easing consent and addressing antitrust concerns over limited ad data access.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
16 hours ago

TikTok and LinkedIn to be investigated by Irish media regulator

Platforms may have breached the Digital Services Act by using hard-to-access, confusing, or deceptive illegal-content reporting mechanisms that risk undermining users' rights.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

FTC slaps edtech vendor after breach exposes 10M students

Illuminate Education failed to secure cloud-stored records, exposing sensitive data of 10.1 million students due to lax controls, plaintext storage, and delayed breach notifications.
#sanchar-saathi
EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Switzerland no longer wants American cloud in the public sector

Swiss regulator bans US cloud services for government agencies because the US CLOUD Act grants US authorities access to data, rendering their use unconstitutional.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 hours ago

Broadsign's Big Move Isn't The Endgame. It's The Opening Gambit | AdExchanger

Broadsign's Place Exchange acquisition strengthens OOH supply and infrastructure but leaves the critical programmatic demand gap unresolved, pushing OOH toward omnichannel scale.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 hours ago

OpenX redraws the SSP-agency relationship

SSPs like OpenX shifted toward servicing buyers and agencies, growing buyer-sales over 200% to improve transparency and drive publisher value through deeper SSP-agency collaboration.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 hours ago

Criteo CEO Michael Komasinski on agentic commerce, experiments with LLMs, and M&A rumors

Criteo, led by CEO Michael Komasinski, is shifting from retargeting to a commerce media platform leveraging AI, LLMs, self-service tools, and retail partnerships.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
3 hours ago

30 Under 30 Social Media 2026: Beyond The Algorithm, These Creators Are Making Millions-And Real World Impact

Gen Z creators leverage social platforms to educate, mobilize, build businesses, and earn substantial income, reshaping influence and expanding the creator economy.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
8 hours ago

Your home Wi-Fi isn't nearly as private as it should be - 6 free ways to lock it down

Enhance privacy by hardening browsers, using secure apps, and protecting all devices and the LAN with free tools and settings.
Privacy technologies
fromMedium
2 months ago

Child Safety vs. Corporate Profits Online

Publicly traded platforms prioritize adult monetization over child safety, enabling minors to access inappropriate content and interactions.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

The best science and nature books of 2025

Unchecked development of superintelligent AI could annihilate humanity; extinction intertwines with colonialism and social justice, prompting reconsideration of ecological and river rights.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Party starters: Jacob Kenedy's Italian Christmas canapes recipes

Rich festive dishes pair best with contrasting lighter bites before, around, and after the main meal to enhance enjoyment and balance.
Major League Baseball
fromMarlin Maniac
3 hours ago

Hall of Fame hopes for some former Miami Marlins in hands of former Marlins GM Kim Ng

No Hall of Fame inductee has been enshrined representing the Miami Marlins, but an upcoming Contemporary Era Committee vote could change that.
Wine
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 hours ago

Saint Enzo's L'Originale Lambrusco Factsheet - Food & Beverage Magazine

L'Originale Lambrusco is a bold, lightly sparkling organic Lambrusco crafted for daytime dining with lower alcohol, natural sparkle, and modern luxury design.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 hours ago

Profanity Jam: A Family Recipe That Became a Sensation - Food & Beverage Magazine

Homemade habanero jam grew from family recipes into Profanity Jam, an artisanal brand celebrated for bold sweet-heat and unapologetic, playful branding.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Three products in high demand as shoppers shun ultra-processed foods

Consumers are shifting from ultra-processed foods toward whole foods, boosting sales of potatoes, butter, and full-fat products at Waitrose.
Environment
fromHomebuilding
3 hours ago

Open fireplaces may face ban in the UK

Open fireplaces are highly polluting and incompatible with new UK PM2.5 targets, while modern Cleaner Choice stoves meet future standards and offer feasible replacements.
Information security
fromTheregister
6 hours ago

India reveals GPS spoofing at eight major airports

GPS spoofing and jamming detected at eight major Indian airports, disrupting satellite navigation but causing no reported harm; authorities investigating and enhancing cybersecurity.
Information security
fromIT Pro
1 hour ago

WatchGuard Firebox M695 review: Powerful enterprise network security at a sensible price

WatchGuard Firebox M695 is a 1U security appliance with Intel Core i7, 45Gbps firewall throughput, expanded multi‑Gig and 10GbE ports, and optional redundant PSU.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Country diary: A broken leg and singing crossbills am I having a strange dream? | Nicola Chester

A broken leg after a collision with dogs leaves a person stranded in a wood, experiencing pain, serene nature, and gentle care while refusing ambulance.
Books
fromThe Good Life France
1 hour ago

The history of the bistro chair - a Paris icon - The Good Life France

The history of the Parisian bistro chair embodies the city's café culture and its evolution through World Expositions, becoming an iconic feature of French life.
Books
fromconsequence.net
8 hours ago

Jillian Lauren Files for Divorce from Weezer Bassist Scott Shriner

Jillian Lauren filed for divorce from Weezer bassist Scott Shriner after 20 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences.
Europe news
fromwww.npr.org
1 hour ago

Belarus weather balloons force repeated closures of Lithuania's main airport

Belarus-launched balloons repeatedly closed Vilnius airport, causing major disruptions and prompting Lithuania to call the incidents deliberate hybrid attacks amid Belarus-Russia tensions.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
19 hours ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Hits Israeli Sectors with New MuddyViper Backdoor in Targeted Attacks

Iran-linked MuddyWater targeted Israeli sectors and an Egyptian tech firm with a new MuddyViper backdoor alongside established RATs, loaders, and ransomware tools.
Remote teams
fromYourTango
1 day ago

Survey Shows People With Pets Would Rather Quit Their Jobs Than Do This One Thing

Return-to-office mandates are prompting many pet owners to consider quitting rather than disrupt their pets' routines and home-based caregiving.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
22 hours ago

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

Major social platforms roll out advertiser support, AI-driven ad defaults, group nickname privacy, and AI-generated profile summaries to improve targeting, ad performance, and user flexibility.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
1 day ago

Working From Home Is Harming Young Employees. They're Starting to See That.

Younger workers faced career setbacks from remote work and often chose more in-office time to secure training, advancement, and social visibility.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
14 hours ago

Am I Even Good at This?

Competitive MFA environments and comparison-driven insecurity can silence creativity, distort admiration into self-doubt, and hinder authentic development of a writer's voice.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
16 hours ago

Journalists may see AI as a threat to the industry, but they're using it anyway

A majority of UK journalists use AI regularly, chiefly for language-processing tasks; usage is higher among younger, male, managerial, and business reporters.
Remote teams
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

How Corsearch migrated from Microsoft to Google and Slack

Corsearch replaced Microsoft 365 with Google Workspace and Slack, gaining stronger security, better UX, richer features, and centralized workflows within a three-month migration.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
23 hours ago

Market Analysis: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta Platforms dominates social media with nearly 4 billion monthly users, ad-driven revenue, nascent Reality Labs, and conservative leverage with a 0.26 debt-to-equity ratio.
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
17 hours ago

This Rocky Mountain State Is Known for Outdoor Adventure but It's Hiding a Lesser-known Wine Region

Colorado produces distinctive, adventurous wines from high-altitude, rocky soils, with over 150 wineries concentrated in the Grand Valley AVA and growing national recognition.
Wine
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
19 hours ago

The meeting that changed Napa Valley: How a handful of farmers reshaped American wine

Growers formed the Napa Valley Grapegrowers in 1975 to secure better grape prices and shaped Napa's pricing, labeling, labor protections and land preservation.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Paqueta takes swipe at FA for lack of support after Liverpool red card - Soccer News

Lucas Paquetá criticized the FA for providing no psychological support after a two-year investigation and publicly expressed frustration following a red card.
Golden State Warriors
fromThe Mercury News
3 hours ago

Warriors give Thunder everything they can handle in spirited effort that falls just short

Oklahoma City Thunder beat Golden State 124-112, demonstrating dominant, team-oriented, high-IQ play and depth despite Warriors' comeback without key stars.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
5 hours ago

Craig Berube on a big win in Florida for the Maple Leafs: "Probably one of the fastest-paced games we've played all year"

Maple Leafs won 4-1 with fast pace, strong checking, balanced contributions, a heavy Joshua–Roy–McMann line, and Troy Stecher providing confidence and puck-moving.
Golden State Warriors
fromESPN.com
9 hours ago

Curry won't make Warriors' 3-game road trip

Stephen Curry will miss at least five games and the upcoming road trip with a left thigh contusion; expected back by next Friday's home game.
#manchester-city
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago
Manchester City

Manchester City's win at Fulham impossible' to enjoy, says Guardiola

Manchester City won 5-4 after nearly surrendering a 5-1 lead; Guardiola found the victory impossible to enjoy despite Erling Haaland reaching 100 Premier League goals.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago
Manchester City

Chaos at the Cottage - do Man City have defensive issues?

Manchester City beat Fulham 5-4 in a nine-goal match, with Erling Haaland scoring his 100th Premier League goal while City struggled defensively late on.
Women
fromBBC Bitesize
52 minutes ago

Beth Mead: "I won the Euros on my period" - BBC Bitesize

Normalize periods and provide inclusive kit and policies—sports bras, shorts, and hijabs—to keep girls participating and thriving in sport.
Germany news
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 hours ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

A parliamentary test vote revealed internal Union dissent over a pension reform that aims to keep pension level at 48% beyond 2031, risking government stability.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 hour ago

Barcelona MVP delighted after 3-1 win vs Atletico Madrid - 'This is the spirit we need to have' | Barca Universal

Raphinha led Barcelona's comeback, scoring and earning MVP as Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 with improved high pressing and squad depth.
#dallas-cowboys
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
9 hours ago

This week in Oakland: Holiday concerts by Cantare and the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir

Oakland offers numerous holiday cultural and musical events this week, including choirs, Bandaloop's 'Estuary', a Kwanzaa mixer, and a social justice children's book fair.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 hour ago

Barcelona playmaker out until January after shoulder injury against Atletico Madrid | Barca Universal

Dani Olmo will miss at least four weeks after dislocating his shoulder, likely sidelining him until January 2026 despite Barcelona's 3-1 win.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
10 hours ago

Three things we learned from Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid

Eric Garcia's standout performance helped Barcelona secure three points, while Hansi Flick's high defensive line was exposed and needs tactical reassessment.
#toronto-maple-leafs
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Two in five teenagers in England and Wales abused' in intimate relationships

Two in five teenagers in romantic relationships report experiencing emotional or physical abuse, including control, pressure, or violence.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
8 hours ago

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: We tried both, and here's who wins

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold offers IP68 dust resistance and MagSafe compatibility, making it preferable for dusty environments and iPhone switchers over Galaxy Z Fold 7.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
4 hours ago

ANALYSIS: With 'State of the Agency' Celebration, DOT Sends Its Resume to Mamdani - Streetsblog New York City

Department of Transportation claimed numerous accomplishments, defended leadership, blamed external factors for shortcomings, and positioned the agency for continuity under the incoming mayor.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

DJ Mandy Live at SF's DFT "Downtown First Thursdays"

DJ Mandy, a 20-year-old rising DJ blending house and comedic mash-ups, performs at Downtown First Thursdays in San Francisco on Dec 4, 2025.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
4 hours ago

OPINION: On Fifth Avenue, Pedestrians Must Come First - Streetsblog New York City

The Fifth Avenue plan prioritizes pedestrians by maintaining street capacity for buses and cars while enhancing safety with raised crosswalks and more vibrant walking environments.
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