Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) provide expertise to companies in various industries, offering recommendations, documenting processes, and improving product usability. [ more ]
Workato partners with OpenAI to ease business automation
Workato, an enterprise automation platform, has announced a strategic collaboration with OpenAI to integrate multiple AI models and future releases from OpenAI into Workato's low-code/no-code platform.This partnership aims to simplify the process of building automation and integrations by using generative AI.
Parliamentary report recommends windfall tax on grocers if Competition Bureau finds price-gouging proof | CBC News
If Canada's Competition Bureau finds that grocery store giants are profiting excessively from food inflation, the federal government should consider slapping a windfall tax on those excess profits.That's one of the main recommendations put forward in a new report released this week by a parliamentary committee that has been looking into the causes and possible solutions to sky-high food prices.
Where to go for the ultimate drag brunch in Boston
Entertainment You'll see a performance that pulls out all the stops.Glamorous costumes, stunning makeup, and music from some of your favorite pop icons make a drag brunch a time to remember.When you go out on the weekend with friends, you know you're looking for a terrific show.Luckily, Greater Boston's queens know how to fill the spotlight, and you can enjoy a great act over a spread of French toast and Bloody Marys.
Reddit Shares Insights Into Its Rising Value as a Trusted Chanel for Product Research
Over half of US shoppers have concerns over the quality and legitimacy of the product discovery channels they use most.
Reddit is the most trusted channel for product recommendations and information, with users viewing conversations on the platform as more informative than those on other social platforms. [ more ]
Too young for screen time: Watching TV linked to sensory disorders in kids
TV screen time for children under 2 years old is associated with sensory differences, similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorder.
Each additional hour of screen time for children under 2 years old is linked to a 20% increased likelihood of atypical sensory processing.
Most children start using screens well before their second birthday, despite recommendations against screen time for children under 2 years old. [ more ]
Watchdog raises serious concerns' over Met's response to child sexual exploitation
The Metropolitan Police Service in London is not doing enough to protect victims of child exploitation, according to a report by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)
Of the 244 investigations examined, more than half were graded as inadequate [ more ]
The Tourism Commission has given City Council a list of 10 recommendations regarding the short-term rental economy.
The recommendations focus on increasing adoption of STR licenses, addressing enforcement issues, and improving communication between stakeholders. [ more ]
Where to watch the Taylor Swift football game in San Francisco
There are several places in San Francisco to watch the Super Bowl without needing reservations and with televisions.
Some recommended places include 685 Market Street for Detroit-style pizza, The Lark Bar for a late-20th century sports bar experience, and 1568 Haight Street for cheap wings and a lively atmosphere. [ more ]
California committee recommends sweeping reforms to campus sexual harassment policies
The California Assembly Higher Education Committee released a report and recommendations on addressing sexual harassment and discrimination in the state's public higher education systems.
The report recommends holding campus executives more responsible for addressing sex discrimination and creating independent offices of civil rights for each system. [ more ]
What California Can Do as Home Insurance Companies Retreat in Face of Mounting Climate Change Risks | KQED
A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise on Nov. 8, 2018.(Noah Berger/The Associated Press)
After State Farm declared in late May that it wouldn't sell any new home insurance policies in California, people shopping around for new insurance had one fewer option.When days later it was revealed that Allstate had quietly made the same decision last year, Californians are now left wondering: How bad is this?
Schools chancellor releases 'Reimagining Special Education' report as city works to make public schools more inclusive * Brooklyn Paper
The New York City Public Schools Special Education Advisory Council has released its first official report on the state of special education in the city.
The council made five key recommendations, including the need for the Department of Education to be more inclusive and interdependent, and to strengthen trust between schools and families. [ more ]
Working group shares recommendations to support NYC special education students
New York City is working to reimagine special education in public schools based on recommendations from an advisory council.
The Special Education Advisory Council identified gaps in instruction and programming to ensure all special education students have access to high-quality education and resources. [ more ]
Early release of mental health patients in England presents suicide risk, report finds
Mental health patients in England are being discharged too early and facing other failures in their care, putting them at risk of harm and suicide.
Failings in mental health care include inadequate record-keeping, lack of family updates, and incorrect decisions regarding transfers from inpatient services. [ more ]
Too young for screen time: Watching TV linked to sensory disorders in kids
TV screen time for children under 2 years old is associated with sensory differences, similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorder.
Each additional hour of screen time for children under 2 years old is linked to a 20% increased likelihood of atypical sensory processing.
Most children start using screens well before their second birthday, despite recommendations against screen time for children under 2 years old. [ more ]
Too young for screen time: Watching TV linked to sensory disorders in kids
TV screen time for children under 2 years old is associated with sensory differences, similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorder.
Each additional hour of screen time for children under 2 years old is linked to a 20% increased likelihood of atypical sensory processing.
Most children start using screens well before their second birthday, despite recommendations against screen time for children under 2 years old. [ more ]
#ICYMI: FPF published “The Playbook: Data Sharing for Research,” a set of best practices for instituting research data-sharing programs between corporations and research institutions.
FPF Releases "The Playbook: Data Sharing for Research" Report and Infographic
1. The Playbook for Data Sharing for Research report provides a comprehensive overview of the different approaches to sharing data for research purposes.
2. The report includes guidance on best practices for data sharing, including considerations for privacy, security, transparency, and accountability.
3. The Playbook also includes an infographic
#ICYMI: FPF published “The Playbook: Data Sharing for Research,” a set of #best practices for instituting research #data-sharing programs between corporations and #research institutions.
FPF Releases "The Playbook: Data Sharing for Research" Report and Infographic
1. The Playbook for Data Sharing for Research report provides a comprehensive overview of the different approaches to sharing data for research purposes.
2. The report includes guidance on best practices for data sharing, including considerations for privacy, security, transparency, and accountability.
3. The Playbook also includes an infographic
Grüner Veltliner is a dry, aromatic white wine variety originating in Austria that is increasingly popular in the U.S.
Natural wine producers often use Grüner Veltliner in their winemaking because of its ability to survive organic farming practices and the unpredictable effects of climate change. [ more ]
The Best Tequila for a Paloma, According to Bartenders
Though Margaritas are essentially the drinks equivalent of American comfort food , in their native home of Mexico, it's the Paloma that actually reigns.The appeal of the refreshingly tart drink is evident; it's effortless in construction and crushability.The best tequilas to use in the classic keep that in mind.
A few weeks back, a wine director for several restaurants with natural wine-focused lists told me that he wasn't pouring pét-nat by the glass anymore.The bubbles, he said, fade more quickly than sparklers made in the Champagne method, which meant he ended up throwing out a lot of wine.This, compounded by rising prices and bottle variability, ultimately made it unsustainable.
No one wants to miss that perfect cafe, restaurant or pub, the great little place you didn't discover until the last day of your holiday.That is why we have put together a list of the ones you might like to hear about; recommendations from those who use them regularly, who are happy to share their favourite holiday spot.
The Observer view on the Partygate inquiry verdict on Boris Johnson | Observer editorial
We did not need the verdict of the privileges committee to understand the flaws in Boris Johnson's character.It was clear long before he became prime minister how manifestly unsuited he was for any kind of public office, let alone running the country.But a cross-party group of MPs last week published a damning report that outlined how he deliberately misled parliament about the scale and nature of wrongdoing in Downing Street during the pandemic.
'Canada has a lot of unpaid bills': $10B settlement reached in landmark First Nation treaty annuities case | CBC News
It took more than a decade of litigation, but 21 Anishinaabe communities along the north shore of Lake Huron in Ontario will finally access a fair share of the wealth generated on their lands over the past 173 years.The Robinson-Huron Treaty signed in 1850 promised its Indigenous beneficiaries annual payments in exchange for the right to use their lands.
Deadnaming Children Would Be Allowed Under School Policy
For almost two years, the province of New Brunswick has had a policy that required teachers to use the preferred names and genders of schoolchildren.But under a new policy introduced by the provincial leader, Premier Blaine Higgs, teachers must get the permission of parents if the child is under the age of 16.
Deadnaming Children Would Be Allowed Under School Policy
For almost two years, the province of New Brunswick has had a policy that required teachers to use the preferred names and genders of schoolchildren.But under a new policy introduced by the provincial leader, Premier Blaine Higgs, teachers must get the permission of parents if the child is under the age of 16.
Labour's Scottish deputy leader humbled' by damehood
Scottish Labour's deputy leader has told how she was humbled to be made a dame in the King's first Birthday Honours.Dame Jackie Baillie said the honour was totally unexpected, with news of of its award coming as quite a shock to me.She is understood to be the first sitting MSP at Holyrood to either be knighted or be given a damehood the female equivalent of a knighthood.
An Insider's Guide to Where to Stay in Granada in 2023 - The Best Hotels and Neighborhoods
Where to stay in Granada?For such a small city, there are a lot of amazing options!Do you want to feel like you've stepped back in time in the picturesque, whitewashed "village" of the Albaicín?Maybe you prefer five-star luxury at the city's stunning Parador?Or perhaps a more bohemian bed and breakfast downtown, or one of Granada's many excellent budget hotels?
Teachers in England to stage fresh strikes for two days in July
Teachers in England are to stage fresh strikes in their long-running dispute over pay.Members of the National Education Union (NEU) will strike on 5 and 7 July, causing disruption to schools in the current term.The NEU is re-balloting its members to see if they want to continue taking industrial action for the rest of the year.
Rhun ap Iorwerth appointed as leader of Plaid Cymru
Rhun ap Iorwerth has been announced as the new leader of Plaid Cymru and faces the tough job of getting the party back on track after a misogyny and harassment scandal.Despite strong calls within the party for the new leader to be a woman, ap Iorwerth was the only candidate who put his name forward.
A friend asked me recently how I managed to read all the things I recommend in my Friday newsletter.Was this newsletter a collective effort, he asked?Was there some committee of like-minded readers who consumed a great deal of material and then sent me their recommendations?I have no assistants, no committee, I told him.
Why are so few logos hitting the 'gold standard' in 2023?
Logo design is often considered one of the most important elements of branding, and a key rule is that a logo needs to be distinctive.But a new report suggests that many of them are falling short.The market research firm Ipsos and the branding agency Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) questioned more than 26,000 people about 5,046 assets belonging to 523 brands.
Boris Johnson: Damian Green urges MPs to vote for Partygate report as pressure mounts for Rishi Sunak UK politics live
Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature This is from Jonathan Yerushalmy, who has been looking at how the papers have been covering the privileges committee report into Boris Johnson.In his Today programme interview Damian Green, the Tory former first secretary of state, also suggested that Boris Johnson should not be allowed to stand as a candidate for the party again.
Normal Computing Raises $8.5M for its Generative AI Development Platform That Integrates Probabilistic AI to Ensure Applications are Reliable and Ready for Production
The rate of AI development is ushering in a new Moore's law with the development doubling every few years according to some experts.According to Stanford, the rate of doubling is as frequent as every three months.Irrespective of the actual rate of doubling, the compound growth is exponential and impressive.
Are you putting your baby to sleep safely? Make sure you're following these guidelines
(Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)
In Los Angeles County, a baby dies nearly every week from accidental suffocation, the most common form of unintentional death of infants under 1 year old, according to the the Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse and Neglect.But these deaths can be prevented.The agency's infant safe sleep campaign provides the latest guidelines.
Rhun ap Iorwerth announced as new lead of Plaid Cymru
Rhun ap Iorwerth has been officially announced as the new leader of Plaid Cymru.Mr ap Iorwerth, who represents Ynys Mon (Anglesey) in the Senedd, was named as successor during a press conference in Cardiff on Friday.It follows the resignation of Adam Price last month after a report found a culture of sexual harassment, bullying and misogyny and made 82 recommendations to detoxify the party.
Plaid Cymru to announce new leader after Adam Price resignation
The new leader of Plaid Cymru is to be officially announced at a press conference on Friday.Rhun ap Iorwerth, who represents Ynys Mon (Anglesey) in the Senedd, is expected to be named as successor.It follows the resignation of Adam Price last month after a report found a culture of sexual harassment, bullying and misogyny and made 82 recommendations to detoxify the party.
We're halfway through our monthlong newsletter series dedicated to the joys of walking.This week, we're making our walk into a workout.Walking, at any intensity, is good for you.A slow, steady pace has been shown to lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes.But research suggests that increasing the length of your walk can lower the risk of premature death and diseases such as cancer and raising the intensity brings additional benefits.