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fromThe Walrus
5 hours ago

Digital Leisure and the Evolution of Play in Canada | The Walrus

Digital leisure has grown into something much bigger than a pastime-it's a coping mechanism. For many Canadians, play has migrated from board games... to smartphone screens.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
22 hours ago

Andres Ruocco: From Army Veteran to Fitness Industry Leader

I've always believed in personal growth, and I've always wanted to make a difference.
Wellness
#psychology
#climate-change
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

What's Going on with That Megacomet Flying through the Solar System?

C/2014 UN271, a massive comet, is set for a close approach to the Sun in 2031, revealing secrets about its composition and origins.
OMG science
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Which Form of Acid Is Found in the Clouds of Venus?

Now you can test your wits every day of the week with a challenging quiz hosted by Ray Hamel, featuring unique questions on specific topics.
OMG science
#cybersecurity
fromIT Pro
14 hours ago
Information security

Ransomware attacks carry huge financial impacts - but CISO worries still aren't stopping firms from paying out

fromIT Pro
11 hours ago
Information security

Post-quantum cryptography is now top of mind for cybersecurity leaders

fromIT Pro
14 hours ago
Information security

Ransomware attacks carry huge financial impacts - but CISO worries still aren't stopping firms from paying out

fromIT Pro
11 hours ago
Information security

Post-quantum cryptography is now top of mind for cybersecurity leaders

fromUX Magazine
18 hours ago

Is Your Team Ready for AI-Enhanced Design?

AI-powered tools no longer require design artifacts to be built from scratch. Usable layouts can be generated in minutes, enhancing team collaboration.
UX design
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

OpenAI vs. Google could be the heavyweight battle of the half-century

OpenAI is preparing to launch an AI-powered web browser, directly targeting Google's $200 billion interactive advertising machine, potentially altering the landscape of online searches.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 hours ago

EU explains how to do AI without breaking the law

The European Commission announced the publication of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, aimed at helping companies comply with the AI Act. Compliance is voluntary.
EU data protection
fromThe New Yorker
11 hours ago

Notes to the Editor of a Watch Commercial

The hour hand looks bad. Please use alt take. Hour hand needs to look better. Believe we have an alt take where the hour hand looks better? The hour hand needs to look better. Please.
UX design
fromLogRocket Blog
1 day ago

I designed by committee - and here's what went wrong - LogRocket Blog

"The best UX designs start with a strong, focused idea. Being intentional with your design is what separates unique, innovative ideas from generic, recycled ones."
UX design
#remote-work
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

Media Psychology Is a New-Collar Profession

Media psychology is a relatively new field of psychology that examines the ways behavior is affected by media and technology.
Media industry
#football
fromHogs Haven
12 hours ago
National Football League

Washington Commanders UDFA Spotlight Second Years: RB Michael Wiley, DT Norell Pollard, QB Sam Hartman, SS Ben Nikkel

fromHogs Haven
12 hours ago
National Football League

Washington Commanders UDFA Spotlight Second Years: RB Michael Wiley, DT Norell Pollard, QB Sam Hartman, SS Ben Nikkel

#all-star-game
fromESPN.com
20 hours ago
Major League Baseball

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break

fromESPN.com
20 hours ago
Major League Baseball

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break

fromVariety
9 hours ago

Comscore, iSpot, VideoAmp Get New Nod from TV Measurement Committee

Three upstart media-measurement companies - Comscore, iSpot and VideoAmp - are now deemed ready for primetime as valid alternatives to Nielsen by the Joint Industry Committee (JIC). The JIC, formed in 2023, seeks to establish new audience measurement standards amid evolving viewing habits driven by broadband and mobile technology. Following a comprehensive audit, the JIC found these companies' technologies meet necessary functionality, transparency, and usability benchmarks, marking a significant development in the media measurement landscape.
Media industry
fromDigiday
17 hours ago

Media Briefing: AI payouts may be entering a new era

AI compensation models are shifting from flat-fee licensing to varied systems that compensate publishers based on multiple functions of data usage.
Media industry
fromCN Traveller
1 year ago

Which countries are in the Schengen Area?

The Schengen Area is the world's largest visa-free zone, allowing seamless travel across 27 European countries without border checks or passport controls.
Europe news
fromPrx
1 hour ago

The World

The EU has awarded Finland around $105 million to help purchase a new icebreaker ship. This funding is aimed at expanding fleets to navigate the Arctic.
Europe news
fromForbes
9 hours ago

5 Types Of LinkedIn Content To Avoid Posting In 2025

AI-generated posts without personal insight are detected by LinkedIn's algorithm, leading to low engagement and a lack of human connection with the audience.
Marketing tech
fromESPN.com
19 hours ago

Mahomes in Round 11? WRs, RBs prioritized in 8-team mock draft

In this 8-team PPR mock draft, only five quarterbacks were selected in the first 10 rounds, showcasing a different draft strategy focused on running backs and wide receivers.
National Football League
fromPrivacy International
2 months ago

Our Research Methodology

The thorough examination of period tracking apps showcased varying degrees of privacy and data handling practices, raising awareness about user privacy concerns in the digital landscape.
Privacy technologies
fromFoodie in Barcelona
8 months ago

Guy's Best Healthy Places in Barcelona - Foodie in Barcelona

Everything here is gluten-free (modern gluten can be inflammatory to everyone, not just a few) with the bread being baked in-house.
Food & drink
#wimbledon
fromBusiness Insider
5 hours ago

The best savory snack at Disneyland Resort, according to a travel agent and an LA local

Joe Avella and David McDaniel visit Anaheim, California, on a quest to discover the top savory snacks at Disney California Adventure Park and Disneyland Park.
Food & drink
fromwww.vox.com
11 hours ago

Little videos are cooking our brains

Veo 3 AI can create eight-second clips based on text prompts, producing videos quickly and easily for platforms like TikTok or YouTube Shorts.
Social media marketing
fromZDNET
6 hours ago

Fed up with AI scraping your content? This open-source bot blocker can help - here's how

F5 found that more than half of all web visits come from data scrapers, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Perplexity AI bots.
Privacy technologies
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

"Hot Spot," by Nora Lange

The sister was at her desk with the view of the park and on the phone with the brother. He was scolding her during their weekly check-in call.
Writing
#memoir
fromIndependent
17 hours ago
Books

The 'Salt Path' controversy: the backlash, the bestselling book and the big problem with selling sick people false hope

fromIndependent
17 hours ago
Books

The 'Salt Path' controversy: the backlash, the bestselling book and the big problem with selling sick people false hope

fromOpen Culture
21 hours ago

Stephen King's Top 10 All-Time Favorite Books

Stephen King's list of favorite books reveals his inclination towards narratives that delve into the darker aspects of human nature rather than traditional horror stories.
Books
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Fast fashion and the dark side of textile recycling in India

Fast fashion has become a global wardrobe staple, providing an affordable way to keep up with trends, but its impact raises serious concerns. Many clothing items are discarded after only a few wears, leading to substantial waste. India is now referred to as the world's textile wasteland, flooded with shipping containers of textile waste. Workers recycling these cast-offs face significant health risks and environmental challenges. Influencers, consumers, second-hand clothing collectors, and textile recycling plants all contribute to and are affected by this fast fashion phenomenon.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

It was filthy and it stank terribly': how Europe's dirtiest river was brought back to life

Strolling beside the Emscher, the Tyczkowskis say it is the stench that they remember most about the river's darker days. The whole thing was filthy and it stank terribly.
Environment
#premier-league
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Pitch deck: Why Google believes its latest AI Max product is a game changer for search campaigns

AI Max is designed to provide a more flexible approach for advertisers, integrating additional AI capabilities while ensuring that marketers maintain control over their campaigns.
Marketing tech
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

MPs approve Premier League, EFL regulator

We promised in our manifesto that we would end years of inaction and make the changes that fans have fought for for so long and are so overdue.
English Premier League
fromNature
1 day ago

Lab drowning in paperwork? Hire an in-house writer

The principal investigators recognized that writing caused a bottleneck in their work, as completing grant applications and reports took time they preferred spending on scientific work.
Writing
fromMedievalists.net
1 day ago

What is Hwt? The Debate Behind Beowulf's Opening Line - Medievalists.net

The pronoun hwæt appears around 5,800 times in Old English literature, leading to extensive interpretations and discussions regarding its meaning and context.
Writing
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Wine competition winners are a diverse lot

The 2025 Sunset Wine Competition highlighted a variety of winning wines, starting with the Best White, the 2024 Brockmeyer Family Wines Albariño from Walla Walla, WA.
Wine
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Wine competition winners are a diverse lot

The 2025 Sunset Wine Competition recognized diverse top wines, awarding Best White to the 2024 Brockmeyer Family Wines Albarino from Walla Walla, WA.
Wine
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

7 of the best wines to buy at Trader Joe's right now, according to a sommelier

Copilot's chardonnay hails from the Los Carneros of Napa Valley. Apple and citrus notes with a touch of buttery oak make this $8 white wine a no-brainer for creamy seafood dishes.
Wine
#food-events
frommiamifoodpug.com
4 months ago
Miami food

Nom News: February 28, 2025

South Florida's culinary scene is vibrant, with innovative brunch offerings and significant events celebrating local dining culture.
fromMiami Food Pug
3 months ago
Miami food

Nom News: March 28, 2025 - Miami Food Pug

InterContinental Miami celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with blue illumination and fundraising collaboration.
fromtherealdeal.com
8 hours ago
NYC real estate

Manhattan rents notch five-month streak of record prices, with no signs of slowing

Manhattan's median rent reached $4,625 in June, driven by high demand, economic factors, and the new FARE Act.
fromMiami Herald
5 hours ago
Miami Dolphins

Kelly: Stop all the doom and gloom about the 2025 Dolphins | Opinion

The Miami Dolphins faced a disastrous 2024 season marked by injuries and struggles but showed resilience by finishing with an 8-9 record.
fromwww.amny.com
10 hours ago
NYC politics

As charter commission prepares to put five ballot proposals to voters, council members scramble to try to hold onto local power | amNewYork

New Yorkers may vote on ballot measures limiting council members' power over land use, facing resistance from those advocating for local control.
fromAlleywatch
21 hours ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 7/9/2025

Moment, a platform for automating trading and portfolio management workflows for fixed income teams, has raised $36M in Series B funding led by Index Ventures. Founded by Dean Hathout and Dylan Parker in 2022, Moment has now raised a total of $56M in reported equity funding.
NYC startup
#new-york-mets
fromNew York Post
4 hours ago

Manhattan rents continue to surge to record highs - with average unit costing $5,450

The average rent in Manhattan surged 7% year over year to an all-time high of $5,450, marking the seventh consecutive month of price increases.
NYC real estate
fromPosting and Toasting
12 hours ago

Knicks to face Hornets, Heat, Bucks, and Bulls in 2025 NBA Cup

The Knicks are in the softest group in either conference for the 2025-26 NBA Cup, facing opponents with major question marks. Charlotte and Chicago are projected lottery teams, and Miami hasn't escaped play-in territory for a few years. Milwaukee, the last Cup champion, enters the season with uncertainty about star player Giannis Antetokounmpo's mindset.
New York Knicks
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

Are You the Parent, Partner, or Child in Your Relationship?

Couples often fall into fixed relational roles - parent, partner, child - that block mature intimacy.
Relationships
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