'Nothing Good Happens in Wazirabad on Wednesday' is a novel set in 1990s Kabul, Afghanistan, depicting the everyday life of a community during wartime.
Author Jamaluddin Aram aims to show a different side of Afghanistan, highlighting the ordinary aspects of life amidst conflict. [ more ]
'Nothing Good Happens in Wazirabad on Wednesday' is a novel set in 1990s Kabul, Afghanistan, depicting the everyday life of a community during wartime.
Author Jamaluddin Aram aims to show a different side of Afghanistan, highlighting the ordinary aspects of life amidst conflict. [ more ]
'Nothing Good Happens in Wazirabad on Wednesday' is a novel set in 1990s Kabul, Afghanistan, depicting the everyday life of a community during wartime.
Author Jamaluddin Aram aims to show a different side of Afghanistan, highlighting the ordinary aspects of life amidst conflict. [ more ]
This week, the Review is publishing a series of short reflections on love songs, broadly defined.The first time I felt tropical rain was an erotic revelation: I was nine, visiting family in Puerto Rico on a Carnival cruise.At home in California, rain was cold feet and flooded freeways.But on the island, rain came fast and hot, soaked through my cotton dress, then-sliced by sun-revealed a rainbow.
This week, the Review is publishing a series of short reflections on love songs, broadly defined.In her 1993 memoir Exteriors, drawn from seven years of journal entries, Annie Ernaux describes overhearing a familiar pop song at the supermarket.She is struck by the pleasure she experiences-and by a "feeling of panic that the song will end."
Who gets believed? Dina Nayeri examines society's personal relationship with truth
Dina Nayeri has spent years studying the stories of vulnerable people.Anna Leader/Catapult Books The author and former refugee explores her own relationship with being believed; and believing others.Who is she?Dina Nayeri is an award winning author and essayist.She was born in Iran during the revolution and came to the United States when she was just 10 years old.
The Hero of This Book by Elizabeth McCracken review all about my mother
Reproduced on the first page of Elizabeth McCracken's new novel there is a photograph.It shows a dedication scrawled in the front of her first book, Here's Your Hat What's Your Hurry.For Mom, it reads, whose life history I will continue to mine, but who will never no matter what she or anybody else thinks appear as a character in my work, being too good for the likes of one of my characters.
7 Tips for Using Social Media to Market Kids' Toys to Parents - Social Media Explorer
In an era where digital media is integral to everyday life, leveraging social media platforms to market products is no longer optional-it's a necessity.For businesses selling kids' toys, it's crucial to remember that the key decision-makers are not the children but their parents.Successfully using social media to reach these parents requires a keen understanding of their concerns, interests, and online habits.
Unlocking the Secrets, The Ultimate Guide to Resin Shilajit
Unlock the secrets of Resin Shilajit and discover its potential benefits.Our ultimate guide provides sourcing and usage tips for this ancient and potent healing substance.Boost your energy, improve cognitive function, and enhance your overall health and wellbeing with Resin Shilajit.This blog post is a must-read for anyone looking to tap into its power.
Biggest dig for 30 years aims to reveal more secrets of Hadrian's Wall
The biggest archaeological dig on a section of Hadrian's Wall since the 1990s is continuing and experts hope it will reveal more secrets of life on a northern outpost of the Roman Empire.Historic England and Newcastle University are running a five-year excavation programme at the Birdoswald fort, Cumbria, which is part of the Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site.
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
Maybe you have nicknames, share specific movie quotes over and over again, dance like fools when you're cooking dinner, or have a secret gesture that you give from across the room to signal, "Come rescue me from this terrible conversation."While these small, silly gestures might seem inconsequential, they're a big part of what makes a relationship tick.
Hannah Jadagu Turns Small Moments Into Big Pop Songs
What does it mean to be a pop songwriter in 2023?Part of the job is what it has always been: coming up with catchy melodies, terse lyrics and instrumental hooks; creating crisply defined verses and choruses; capturing short attention spans while tapping into broadly shared experiences.Pop structure is always happening in my songs, said Hannah Jadagu, 20, whose debut album, Aperture, will be released on Friday.
A new start after 60: I embraced being single and became an international pet-sitter
When Bernadine Swale's marriage ended after 36 years, when she was 57, her first instinct once she had recovered from the shock was that she couldn't manage alone.The standard, cookie-cutter way you have to be in your 60s is man and woman, and you travel together, she says.It took her a few years to realise: Actually, no.
It's time to challenge the narrative about ChatGPT and the future of journalism - Poynter
We need to challenge the notions about automation that seem to be carried along in conversations about ChatGPT and other forms of "artificial intelligence" - notions including that AI acts on its own and that it threatens to replace humans.The results of a Google image search for "artificial intelligence" or "machine learning" are telling: lots of pictures of brains, robots and humanoid-type figures.
Teenager in Ukraine achieves second contortion world record despite ongoing war
A teenager in Ukraine has achieved the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the most contortion roll push-ups in 30 seconds despite the ongoing war and constant bombardment.Sofia Tepla completed 21 contortion roll push-ups on March 11, in Kyiv, Ukraine, at the age of 12.The now 13-year-old has also landed a place in the young achievers chapter of the upcoming GWR 2024 book for her feat and has previously achieved a GWR for another impressive contortion stunt.
Housing estate's Pride march will leave a legacy' for future neighbours
A housing estate in Warwickshire completed its brilliant and amazing 80-metre Pride March which is thought to be the shortest in the world on Saturday, and has plans to become a new Guinness World Record next year.The annual event, run by residents of Batts Close in Rugby, hopes to mark its fifth year anniversary in 2024 by becoming the new world record holder for the shortest Pride march.
Charitable youngsters rewarded with invitation to coronation
A boy who raised money for charity by sleeping in his garden and a leukaemia patient who supported vulnerable people during the pandemic were among youngsters invited to the coronation.Max Woosey, 13, known as The Boy In The Tent for his efforts, was seated inside Westminster Abbey with his father, Major Mark Woosey.
Immersive website lets people walk Ukraine's war-torn streets
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A Ukrainian photographer has contributed to a website which allows people to immersively walk the war-torn streets of his country and compare them before and after the Russian invasion, in the hope it will highlight the terrible reality of the destruction caused.
They Said What? Lip Readers Decode Celebrity Whispers
Nina Dellinger was 16 when she realized she could read lips.She was zoning out in math class, she said, and it struck her that she could understand what a classmate was saying across the room, even though she couldn't hear a word.For years, Ms. Dellinger kept this skill to herself, practicing in secret in social situations, making it a game.
Lip Readers Apply Their Skill to Celebrity Conversations
Nina Dellinger was 16 when she realized she could read lips.She was zoning out in math class, she said, and it struck her that she could understand what a classmate was saying across the room, even though she couldn't hear a word.For years, Ms. Dellinger kept this skill to herself, practicing in secret in social situations, making it a game.
He's the 'unofficial ambassador' of Montana and isn't buying its TikTok ban
Christian W. Poole, a Montana resident and TikToker, isn't sure what's next following his state's pending ban on the app.Christian W. Poole Last December, Montana banned TikTok on government devices.Now, it is banning the hugely popular platform outright.Where does that leave the content creators?Who is he?
The continuing tragedy of CSS: thoughts from CSS Day 2023
Utilizing CSS Grid and Flexbox can help to improve the layout and structure of a website, allowing for more control over how elements are displayed.
Responsive web design is an important factor in the modern web, and using CSS media queries can help to optimize the display of a website on different screen sizes.
CSS can be used to create visually appealing, interactive elements such as animations and transitions, providing a better user experience. [ more ]
One of the most impactful contributions a UX leader can make is crafting a vision that when executed will transform the business and customer's experience.Product visioning is a form of product strategy.Visioning storytelling goes beyond a Vision statement to show how the product or service can fit into the user's life.
If you're like most people, you're probably feeling a little overwhelmed right now.In the UX field, there are so many things to do and to consider, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information coming at us every day.This is decision fatigue - the feeling that we can't keep up with all the decisions we need to make in order to be successful at our jobs or lives.
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10 Can't-Miss Summer Experiences at National Harbor - Washingtonian
Nestled along the Potomac River, just minutes from DC, National Harbor beckons visitors with a lively atmosphere and endless summer delights.Whether seeking a weekend getaway or searching for an unforgettable experience, National Harbor has it all.From new and exciting dining options and family-friendly entertainment, this vibrant all-in-one destination promises to make your summer truly special and awaken a new level of fun.
Morale is very low': evicted tenant's three months and counting in a London Travelodge
A hotel getaway should be a time to escape the stresses of everyday life but for Nicole Bent, life in a hotel has become her everyday.It's been demoralising, to be honest.That's the word I would use to describe this whole experience, she said of her ongoing three-month stay in a north London Travelodge.
Grandmother sued by Brixton neighbour after making lives a misery playing 90s dance music at 2am'
Dominic Hyde, 57, says next-door neighbour Heather Akinwunmi uses bass-heavy 90s dance music as a weapon to punish him and his family.He told Central London county court the noise has driven him out of his bedroom, and he now sleeps on a mattress in the living room of his 750,000 home in Brixton, south London.
Jessie Ware: 'Slightly classy with a bit of innuendo'
Jessie Ware is taken aback.She does a double take.Her flabber is well and truly gasted.We're at the Southbank Centre in London, at an exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of David Bowie's Aladdin Sane; and we have just learned two things.First, the lightning flash painted onto his face on the album's iconic cover was copied from a National Panasonic rice cooker that was lying nearby.
Note: As the smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to cover parts of the U.S., it may be unhealthy to walk outside.If you're in an affected area, please save this advice for later and stay safe.Hello, fellow (and aspiring) walkers!This is the second installment of our monthlong newsletter series dedicated to the joys of ambling outdoors.
Renting 'Credit scores play a ubiquitous part in people's lives ... and not just for getting credit.'A low credit score affects your everyday life, whether you're seeking a mortgage, buying a phone, or looking for car insurance.That's why people are using their on-time rent payments to boost their scores - in some cases, up to 19 points.
Finding Marketing Channel Balance In An Unbalanced Marketing World | AdExchanger
Customer behavior continues to evolve as digital experiences become woven into everyday life.People use digital maps to navigate the offline world, set their home thermostats from miles away, and take advantage of buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS) programs.This creates challenges for marketing leaders who must decide how to balance priorities to maximize investments across multiple channels when the distinctions hold no real meaning to customers.
A Novel Idea- Matilda Brown Townley Grammar School
A Novel Idea- Matilda Brown Townley Grammar School (Image: Matilda Brown) After COVID-19, so many tiny details of everyday life changed for people around the world: some continued to wear masks on public transport, suddenly aware of the danger of contagion; many now favour working remotely, having done so during lockdown and enjoyed the productivity of being alone.
The Secret to the Art of Arranging Flowers like the French - Frenchly
"The French buy flowers as if they were selecting cheese for a dinner party," explains Sandra Sigman in one of the opening chapters of her new book, .The award-winning florist and owner of flower shop French Blooms Les Fleurs in Andover, MA, has spent a lifetime incorporating French attitudes toward floral design into her work.
Making Lifestyle Changes to Recover From Alcohol Abuse
Developing a strong support system is essential for successful alcohol addiction recovery.Incorporate regular exercise into your routine to reduce stress and boost self-confidence.Eat nutritious meals with essential vitamins and minerals, such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats.
WantedDesign Manhattan 2023: Best of Students + Schools Winners
Now that WantedDesign Manhattan 2023 has wrapped, we're thrilled to share the final winners for the Best of Students and Schools, a showcase sponsored by iconic Italian housewares brand Alessi and presented with Design Milk.Words from sponsor Alessi's president, Alberto Alessi, on what design is today: Walking away with the Best of Schools award, UK-based Northumbria University won for their Tools for Everyday Life, a project born from a brief pitched to the school's BA(Hons) 3D Design program (including academic staff, graduates, and Designers in Residence).
Deft Studios Delight + Excite With the Details of Its Cheeky Designs
It's hard not to fall in love with South Africa-based Deft Studios' cheeky furniture.One look and you'll discover a cohesive collection that's characterized by its playful designs, generosity in curves, and refined color palette.From larger furniture, like dining tables and media units, to small pieces, including wall hooks and side tables, Deft's designs are modern, approachable, and not overly precious.
Everything You Need to Know About the Japandi Design Style - Yanko Design
The emerging Japandi design trend melds the Japanese and Scandinavian modern interior design styles.Featuring a brilliant combination of Scandinavian functionality and Japanese minimalism, the design style is deeply rooted in simplicity and comfort.Although Japan and Scandinavia or the Nordic countries of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway are distinctly different in culture and geographically different, they are designed on the same principles.
Together Over Time Shows Balance of Fragility and Robustness
Together over time is a debut solo exhibition of works by avant-garde designer Rafael Prieto, the founder and creative director of Savvy Studio, presented at Emma Scully Gallery until June 3rd.The exhibition integrates Prieto's distinct design aesthetic with the art of emotive observation, harmoniously bringing together elements of furniture, sculpture, and lighting design.
To celebrate the 125th anniversary of the New York Public Library, a list was published of the ten books that had been checked out the most in the history of the library - and most of these were children's books, like The Cat in the Hat and Where the Wild Things Are.Curiously absent from the list, however, was a familiar classic: Goodnight Moon.
In the wake of their successful 2019 collaboration, Portuguese contemporary visual artist Joana Vasconcelos and Roche Bobois have teamed up once more to introduce a new collection.BomBom Outdoor is a pastel lover's dream come to life in the form of organically-shaped sofas, rugs, and cushions.The collection embodies Vasconcelos' unique style and use of imagination, with a color palette that's been inspired by the pastel-hued houses in Lisbon's Old Town and sunsets.
Lafayette Gilchrist.(Beth Anthony)What's new with Lafayette Gilchrist?Go ahead and ask the intrepid jazz pianist about his exciting new quintet, the Sonic Trip Masters, in the broadest terms: What are they up to? "It's another churn, another direction," Gilchrist says."It's just a growing thing, and it's hard to really describe it because it's still growing."
Our 5 favorite exhibits from 'This Is New York' a gritty, stylish city celebration
In a town where private space is at a premium, this 1953 photo from Michael "Tony" Vaccaro taken for LOOK magazine shows off a stylish way to get a city view.Michael "Tony" Vaccaro /Museum of the City of New York Visiting New York City this summer?A fun, family-friendly exhibit celebrating movies, TV shows, music, books, fashion and art inspired by the city is now open at the Museum of the City of New York.
The number of Black video game developers is small, but strong
AILSA CHANG, HOST: Black pioneers in video game development have pushed the field forward.There's Jerry Lawson, who helped make video games playable at home, and Ed Smith, who reimagined consoles in those early days of at-home gaming.But even though there are hundreds of thousands of jobs in the video game industry nowadays, Black people hold only 5% of those jobs.
Top 5 Japanese Designs Gift Guide to Bring Peace and Productivity to Modern Life - Yanko Design
Although technology and progress have definitely made many aspects of our lives easier, we're also bombarded with so many things that make those same lives stressful.From visual or sensory overload coming from computers and phones to the information overload that we have to juggle for work and personal life, our brains and even our bodies are sometimes screaming for a break at the end of the day.
Full Time review school-run thriller turns into high-stakes motherhood drama
Anyone who has ever broken into a sweaty panicked run to make it in time for school pick-up will instantly get why the French Canadian director Eric Gravel has chosen to shoot this film about motherhood frazzle as a gripping thriller.I was on the edge of my seat in one scene, watching to see if a woman running to catch her commuter train home makes it.
The key to an unforgettable holiday? Just focus on the food | Felicity Cloake
Though I have a photograph of me standing on the Great Wall of China, my sole memory of the visit is the noodles I had for lunch in a truckers' cafe afterwards.Equally, while I know our student trip to Venice must have taken in St Mark's Square, two decades on I can only conjure an image of cuttlefish in ink as dark as a Tintoretto devoured in a hidden trattoria (startling to callow youths expecting pizza and pasta).
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy addresses Arab League Summit DW 05/19/2023
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told leaders at an Arab League summit on Friday that they would each receive a 10-point peace plan, and asked them to work with Ukraine directly without intermediaries.He accused some Arab leaders of ignoring the horrors of Russia's invasion of his country and urged all attendees to "take an honest look" at the war.
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy attends Arab League Summit DW 05/19/2023
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Jeddah on Friday to participate in an Arab League summit.He traveled on a French government plane and is also expected to attend the G7 leaders' summit in Hiroshima, Japan, this weekend.Zelenskyy said he was there to "to enhance bilateral relations and Ukraine's ties with the Arab world."
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy expected to attend G7 summit DW 05/19/2023
Ukrainian and Western officials have indicated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would attend the G7 summit in Japan in person on Sunday.However, the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine wrote on Twitter he would address the meeting online.The post on social media came despite remarks made by Oleksiy Danilov, the secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council, who told state television that "important" decisions would be made at the G7 and it was "therefore the presence of our president that is absolutely essential in order to defend our interests."
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy to attend G7 summit in Japan DW 05/19/2023
A weekend of whirlwind diplomacy lies ahead for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as he attends both the Arab League and G7 summits.He was expected in Jeddah on Friday where Saudi Arabia is playing host to Arab leaders, a source told the Reuters news agency.On Saturday Zelenskyy will travel to the G7 meeting in Hiroshima in, Japan on a French government plane according to the source.
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy will attend G7 summit in Japan DW 05/19/2023
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to travel to Japan to attend the G7 summit in person, a top Ukrainian official said Friday.Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defence Council, told state television that "important" decisions would be made and it was "therefore the presence of our president that is absolutely essential in order to defend our interests."
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy to attend G7 summit reports DW 05/19/2023
According to Bloomberg, Reuters news agency and the Financial Times, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to travel to Japan to attend the G7 summit.The reported last-minute appearance has not been formally announced, although it has been speculated.Zelenskyy was initially expected to address the summit by video link.
Ukraine updates: New UK, US sanctions against Russia at G7 DW 05/19/2023
US and UK announcements of fresh sanctions against Moscow started rolling early Friday, as a Group of Seven (G7) leaders' summit kicked off in Japan.The British government said Prime Minister Rishi Sunak would announce a ban on Russian diamonds and imports of metals from Russia, including copper, aluminum and nickel.
Under the Taliban regime, Afghan women are facing growing hostility and restrictions, but they continue to resist.Over the past few weeks, there has been a vivid debate among Afghans on which prominent individual from among our women compatriots deserves a Nobel Peace Prize.Some have suggested women who held official positions before the Taliban takeover of Kabul in 2021.
No, ADHD is not a con. If that's the message you got from Panorama's expose, you weren't paying attention or watching properly | Adrian Chiles
Turns out it's all a con, then, someone said to me.This was attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) they were talking about, in reference to Monday evening's BBC Panorama, which showed what looked like the decidedly doubtful practices of some reassuringly expensive private providers of psychiatry.
Young people: are you living with eco-anxiety in the UK?
Eco-anxiety the chronic fear of environmental catastrophe is affecting many young people's daily lives, with six in 10 feeling very worried about the climate crisis, according to a global survey of youth last year.We would like to speak with people aged 18 to 25 in the UK about their experience of eco-anxiety.
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
Yin And Yang Balance And Its Importance in Mental Well-Being
As the years change, the trends change too.In recent times, I've seen Japanese philosophies such as and take root in the minds of younger generations.I've also seen (and you must have too) the very famous Chinese symbol of balance and harmony aka the Yin and Yang symbol become the buzz.I absolutely adore this ancient Chinese concept of balance and harmony and while it's something I have recently learned means more than what I previously thought, I don't believe that many of us truly understand the power behind this symbol and how deeply it affects the mind, body, and well-being.
"We're Treated As Sexual Objects": The Trouble With Dating As A Trans Person - Towleroad Gay News
Published by Euronews (English) The 17th of May is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.First conceived of in 2004, the day was first celebrated as the International Day Against Homophobia the following year.Since then, multiple LGBTQ+ initiatives and charities have worked together to grow its support and be inclusive to the trans community.
Trans activists in Hong Kong win landmark victory for gender identification
Hong Kong's highest court recently gave trans people a big victory by ruling that gender-affirming surgery should not be required before someone can legally change their gender on identity cards.The case was brought about by two trans men - Henry Edward Tse and someone only identified as Q - protesting the current government policy stating that they could not change the gender on their identity cards until they had their ovaries and uteruses removed as well as surgery to construct male genitalia.
LGBTQ Zambians face up to hate and bigotry DW 05/17/2023
Mary identifies as a transgender woman, but presents to society as a gay man."I am forced to be gay in Zambia because it isn't as dangerous as being trans," Mary told DW when we met at a Lusaka restaurant."Gay people are at least tolerated in Zambia, even if they are not accepted," Mary explained.
How do LGBTQ Zambians deal with bigotry? DW 05/17/2023
Mary identifies as a transgender woman, but presents to society as a gay man."I am forced to be gay in Zambia because it isn't as dangerous as being trans," Mary told DW when we met at a Lusaka restaurant."Gay people are at least tolerated in Zambia, even if they are not accepted," Mary explained.
Dimes Square: meet the new artists reinvigorating NYC's music scene
Ask New Yorkers of a certain age if Dimes Square is a place, genre or subculture and they'll likely answer "yes".Originally lifting its name from the area of the Lower East Side between Canal and Division Streets where DJs, e-girls and artists threw parties in the pandemic's early stages, the phrase rapidly became a catch-all referring to acts playing electroclash, alt-pop and indie rock at tiny Manhattan bars.
Record player (Image: Pexels) One's music taste can give away a lot about a person, namely how they identify in society, especially during the period of adolescence.Just like fashion choice, music is an important part of our identity, and an outlet for many people, especially teenagers, to escape life's daily stresses and settle into an outlet which allows them to tap into a part of themselves deeper and more reflective than is tangible in the midst of everyday life.
The Brain Fog' of Long COVID Is a Serious Medical Issue That Needs More Attention
This isn't a fog.This is life under an ice sheet.The term brain fog has everyone I meet expecting I'll be better any day now.This is what one of us (Ken) wrote in his journal about the periodic memory loss and inability to concentrate that he experienced throughout 2022, when he struggled with symptoms of long COVID.
Velo-City: Where the World Learns How to Build Streets for Everyone
Ruben Loendersloot demonstrating a protected intersection at Velo-City in Leipzig João Pedro Boechat, Director of Cycling Infrastructure for the city of Niteroi in Brazil, wasn't convinced that Dutch-style protected intersections are the safest design for cyclists, since it has motorists and people on bikes meeting at a right angle.
Spend Your Leisure Time With Joyf's Tube Collection
Ukrainain design brand Joyf is on a mission to make your life happier - who can say no to that?In collaboration with designer Rostyslav Sorokovyi, the brand has released its first outdoor furniture collection: Tube.Entirely sustainable, the series consists of six pieces: a chair, a coffee table, a dining table, a bench, a bar table, and a bar stool.
Discover the Post-Impressionist Artwork of Maurice Fallies
We are always on the lookout for the perfect finishing touches for our Paris vacation rentals and fractional co-ownership properties.Whether that's scouring the flea markets for just the right sized antique mirror or bringing a beautiful chandelier back to life, the décor for our apartments is all carefully selected.
Top Google boffin Geoffrey Hinton quits, warns of AI danger
Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneer in machine learning who is best-known for his research of neural networks, has resigned from Google to speak freely about the dangers of AI.Hinton, 75, a computer science professor at the University of Toronto and a former Google top researcher, began studying neural nets long before they were in vogue.
McDonald's Drive-Thru AI Giving Customers Hilariously Wrong Orders
Fries With That?There's arguably nothing more American than picking up a McDonald's order at the drive-thru.But that simple act might be about to get a lot more difficult - thanks to the cost-cutting magic of AI.The fast food chain, alongside other franchises including Sonic and Chipotle, has been trying out AI-powered voice assistants at their drive-thru lanes since at least 2019 - with often hysterical results, it turns out.
Snapchat is releasing its own AI chatbot powered by ChatGPT
/ The 'My AI' bot will initially only be available to paying Snapchat Plus subscribers.CEO Evan Spiegel says it's just the beginning for the company's generative AI plans.Snapchat is introducing a chatbot powered by the latest version of OpenAI's ChatGPT.According to Snap CEO Evan Spiegel, it's a bet that AI chatbots will increasingly become a part of everyday life for more people.
Every Day Is Mental Health Awareness Day - Zarah Gaffar, GGS
Every Day Is Mental Health Awareness Day - Zarah Gaffar, GGS (Image: totalshape on www.unsplash.com)What is mental health and why is it important?Mental health; a person's condition with regard to their psychological, emotional and social well-being.A person's mental health can affect many factors, from the way they interact in day-to-day life to the way they cope with things such as stress and anxiety.
This Canadian just became the 1st to win World's Strongest Man | CBC News
Anyone dubbed the world's strongest man might seem a little intimidating.But Mitchell Hooper, the first Canadian to ever capture it, wants to change that perception.On the surface, that might seem difficult.Hooper, who is based in Barrie, Ont., is a towering figure who can pull a city bus with his legs and toss kettle bells into the sky with his arms.
Johannes Torpe Studio creates "hedonistic" restaurant in Copenhagen
Danish design studio Johannes Torpe Studio added natural materials and metallic accents to the interior of Copenhagen restaurant Levi, which was informed by Italian and Japanese cuisine.Designed by Johannes Torpe Studio in collaboration with restauranteur Copenhagen Consepts, The Levi restaurant was created as a tribute to Italian grappa distillery Romano Levi.
Best podcasts of the week: Inside the scandal of Britain's ghost' children slipping through the cracks
The Story of WomanWidely available, episodes weeklyIt's with a deep sigh that host Anna Stoecklein points out that the majority of top podcast hosts are men, but she's here to drive change.With the first-ever joint interview between Hillary Clinton and Cherie Blair, plus contributions from Jess Phillips MP and Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza, she's in good company.
After Three Decades, This West Side Restaurant Remains a One-of-a-Kind Haven for Halal Chinese Food
The green walls and wooden decor at Old Mandarin Islamic Restaurant snuggle up to guests like a tight embrace, shielding them from the neighborhood's chilly fog.One night at the low-lit Northern Chinese restaurant, a bodyguard came into the business telling owner Shuai Yang he had "someone famous" coming in for dinner.
Clement Zheng's conductive ceramics can control sound and sense moisture
Designer Clement Zheng has created a collection of conductive ceramics that can heat food, act as interfaces for smart devices and sense moisture.Zheng, who developed the concept with a team of researchers at the National University of Singapore including designer Hans Tan, said he drew on the idea of computation interacting with daily life to create pieces that would be helpful in everyday situations.
Xiaomi-backed Duoqin Qin 3 Ultra is a tiny smartphone that wants to fight off addicting apps
Back in 2018, Xiaomi ecosystem brand Duoqin launched its first-generation Qin feature phone with 4G connectivity and several smart features like apps and an AI assistant.Now, Duoqin is turning a new page with the Qin3 Ultra - a 5-inch Android smartphone with a focus on eliminating distractions from your everyday life.
Ukraine Steps Up Calls for Evacuation of Northeast Town Under Relentless Russian Shelling
Ukrainian authorities over the weekend stepped up calls for civilians to evacuate Kupiansk, a town just miles from the front line in the Kharkiv region of northeast Ukraine that has come under relentless Russian shelling.Kupiansk lies around 65 miles southeast of Ukraine's second largest city, Kharkiv, which fell under Russian occupation in the early days of the war.
Lethal Threat or Tolerable Risk? Ukrainians Must Judge Constantly.
KYIV, Ukraine After a year of war, Ukrainians have learned all too well how to parse danger.Even as President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia might be plotting a revenge attack timed to the anniversary on Friday of its invasion, Khrystyna Mironova, 30, sat on a trolley in Kyiv, the capital, listening to music on her way to visit a friend.
Opinion: How long will Russians tolerate Putin's costly war?
How much punishment will the Russians take?Close to a thousand Russian soldiers are dying every day in Ukraine.Victory is nowhere in sight, and tens of thousands or possibly even hundreds of thousands more will die before the war ends.The economy is sputtering, living standards are progressively declining, young professionals have either left in droves or are planning to do so, and every passing day reduces Russia's prospects of modernization and development.
The Senate this week passed a Republican-led resolution to overturn a Washington, DC, crime law, which critics have argued is soft on violent criminals.Almost two-thirds of Senate Democrats backed the measure after President Joe Biden announced an about-face by saying he wouldn't veto the legislation to nullify that law.
Two of the biggest Nordic brands have united to bring us the BASTUA collection, launching globally in March 2023.The limited-edition series of 26 products, created by home furnishings giant IKEA and iconic printmaker brings together Nordic design and self-care rituals.From furniture to glassware to textiles, vibrant patterns reflect nature back at you.
You don't need to laugh large to feel joy from your head to your toes-though it doesn't hurt.Start with a smile-and notice where it takes you.I am a big laugher.I've been told that even in a room of a thousand people, you can always hear me laughing over the crowd.For me, laughter is the ultimate form of embodied joy.
Boston Real Estate Broker On Irritating Words Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
Boston real estate broker on irritating words In our everyday life, we hear words that really weren't intended for its use.I know from my experience, I've been called "boss' from individuals I don't even know.Recently from a Seaport restaurant waiter.The term "boss" has basically become an acceptable introduction today, but its not how the word was intended.
Christoffer Jansson passes off virtual apartment as Instagram home renovation project
Swedish designer Christoffer Jansson created a virtual apartment and pretended to live in it for months as part of a social experiment he exhibited at this year's Stockholm Furniture Fair.Over a series of 12 rendered images shared on Instagram, the Uncanny Spaces project saw Jansson spin a story about purchasing and renovating a home, which he designed based on a real flat on Stockholm's Heleneborgsgatan.
5 Must-See Bay Area Artists at Noise Pop's 30th Anniversary | KQED
Since its first show at San Francisco's Kennel Club (now The Independent) in 1993, Noise Pop has grown into a gem of a festival that spans genres and generations.In its nascent years, it hosted early-career shows by bands like Modest Mouse, and made space for wacky experiments - like the time the Flaming Lips conducted an orchestra of 40 boomboxes in 1998.
Subscribe to our daily newsletter and have the latest stories from Mission Local delivered directly to your inbox.The question of how to solve San Francisco's "homelessness problem" is neverending.Everyone agrees things are bad, but nobody can agree on a solution.And, it's safe to say, many of those proposing solutions have not themselves experienced homelessness.
Nearly Every Company In World's Biggest 4 Day Week Trial Will Keep It
Results are in once again from the world's largest four-day workweek trial piloted by social scientists from the University of Cambridge, and they're practically unanimous.After a six-month trial of a four-day workweek, 95% of participating companies say they will stick with the schedule going forward.
In the months following the invasion of Ukraine, cryptic anti-war graffiti began popping up across Russia.People started writing out the phrase "no war" using asterisks instead of the various letters in order to disguise the meaning of the message.Then back in September, a woman in Russia wrote out the Russian word for "no" in chalk in the street.
Tony Blair and William Hague call for digital ID cards for all
Sir Tony Blair and Lord Hague have called for everyone in the UK to get digital ID cards as part of a "technological revolution".In a report, the former Labour prime minister and Conservative leader argue that government records "are still based in a different era".The idea of introducing ID cards has been controversial.
Saltholm sofa by Studio Norrlandet for Skargaarden
Dezeen Showroom: Swedish furniture company Skargaarden has collaborated with Studio Norrlandet to release a versatile sofa that can be placed indoors or outdoors.The Saltholm sofa has a sturdy frame made from teak wood that contains invitingly soft cushions suitable for both solo relaxation and social gatherings.
This Logan Square Vegan Taqueria Wants to Give Meat-Eaters a Thrill
Rodolfo Cuadros wants his new Logan Square taqueria, Don Bucio's Taqueria, to offer vegans something they've never experienced.But to be unique, Cuadros will use a mold.His vegan al pastor tacos are carved off the trompo and formed using a labor-intensive process.The veggies are processed through a buffalo chopper before being frozen into a mold.
UK charities to launch emergency appeal for Turkey and Syria earthquakes
British humanitarian charities are to launch an appeal to raise funds for people affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), which is coordinating a joint rapid response by 14 charities including the British Red Cross, Oxfam and Save the Children, is acting after at least 16,000 people were killed in the disaster.
Give Your Immune System Some Love With LivOn Labs Supplements | Gluten Free & More
It's that time of the year again when the weather starts to get warmer, and allergies start to act up a bit more.With all these seasonal changes, give your immune system a little bit of support with LivOn Labs Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus.Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus is a better way for everyone to make sure they have enough nutrients for metabolic, nerve, skin, and immune system health.
A Core Concept Of Ad Industry Self-Regulation Is Under Siege
Notice and choice just got dragged at a House subcommittee hearing on privacy.The hearing, hosted by the House Subcommittee on Innovation, Data and Commerce, convened on Wednesday in Washington, DC, to discuss the need for a national data privacy standard in the US ... ... something we nearly had.The American Data Privacy and Protection Act (ADPPA), co-sponsored by Reps.
bola - Bajer Ola. chain. collection 2023 - KALTBLUT Magazine
The new bola collection is a subjective response to current trends, the fashionable motif of the chain appears, but its links instead of the classic shape, are a letter B with the brand's logo.www.bola.com.plwww.facebook.com/bolafashionwww.instagram.com/bajerolabola'my' chain symbolizes a sequence of events, mutually related situations, a series of closely spaced events which connect and intertwine to form a whole.
World Book Day is Coming - Here's What Eastlea Community School is doing
World Book Day is Coming - Here's What Eastlea Community School is doing (Image: VectorStock.com/24330864)With World Book Day approaching within the week, the English department at Eastlea Community School has set out to ensure the great celebration of imagination within books and the utility of literacy in everyday life.