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Silicon Valley food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Some Teen Wellness Influencers Are Embracing Views in Line With the MAHA' Movement

Ava Noe, a 17-year-old influencer, is gaining popularity for her controversial health opinions and skepticism towards processed foods and established scientific norms.
fromMedium
1 week ago
Graphic design

Can we get rid of these misconceptions about design systems?

Design systems are crucial for efficient design practices but remain misunderstood by many.
#paranormal-investigation
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Paranormal investigator known as 'real-life Scully' dead at 80: 'Icon and hero within the skeptical community'

Joe Nickell was a prominent paranormal investigator known for his skepticism and depth of knowledge.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Humor

Joe Nickell, Paranormal Investigator and Real-Life Scully,' Dies at 80

Joe Nickell embodies a unique multifaceted approach as the world's only full-time professional paranormal investigator, blending skepticism with humor.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Paranormal investigator known as 'real-life Scully' dead at 80: 'Icon and hero within the skeptical community'

Joe Nickell was a prominent paranormal investigator known for his skepticism and depth of knowledge.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Humor

Joe Nickell, Paranormal Investigator and Real-Life Scully,' Dies at 80

Joe Nickell embodies a unique multifaceted approach as the world's only full-time professional paranormal investigator, blending skepticism with humor.
more#paranormal-investigation
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago
History

Can We Build a Forest from It or Not? Investigating the Relics of the True Cross - Medievalists.net

Numerous churches claiming fragments of the True Cross led to skepticism about the authenticity of relics.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine updates: Kyiv skeptical of Putin's 'Easter truce' DW 04/19/2025

Ukrainians largely view Putin's Easter truce as a tactical move rather than a genuine effort to achieve peace.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

White House Physician Says Trump is in "Excellent Health" Apparently

Assessments of President Trump's health are dubious, relying on exaggerated claims that do not hold up under scrutiny.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Health

Are Blue Zones a Mirage?

Skepticism surrounds blue zones research, questioning the validity of longevity claims linked to lifestyle factors.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

C Is for Cynicism: How It Can Impact Your Well-Being

Cynicism, rooted in self-interest doubt, correlates with anxiety and mental health issues, while healthy skepticism is a more constructive alternative.
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

Microsoft quantum computing claim still lacks evidence: physicists are dubious

Microsoft claims to have created the first topological qubits, a significant milestone in quantum computing, yet faces skepticism from the scientific community.
Bootstrapping
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Free95 claims to be a GPL 3 Windows clone

Free95, an announced free Windows 95-compatible OS, raises skepticism due to its lack of substance and proper licensing.
Social justice
fromState of the Planet
2 months ago

On Hurricanes and Hoaxes: A Case for Finding Common Ground

Climate change skepticism persists despite scientific consensus, fueled by conspiracy theories that provide simple answers to complex problems.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Fourth outfielder? Slap hitter? Ichiro got to Cooperstown by silencing early skeptics

Ichiro Suzuki's journey in baseball transformed skepticism into acclaim, leading to near-unanimous Hall of Fame recognition.
fromMedium
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Complex

Understanding complex concepts is possible through simplicity; it's a challenge many face due to skepticism surrounding their expertise.
#philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 months ago
philosophy

"Beating" Skepticism: Life As A Game

Skepticism remains largely undefeated in philosophy due to the challenges in justifying knowledge and belief.
fromThe Paris Review
9 months ago
Writing

Seven Adverbs that God Loveth - The Paris Review

A reflection on the draw towards mysticism and the balance between belief and skepticism in philosophical inquiry.
fromPhilosophynow
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Exploring Atheism

Atheism today is a prominent worldview challenging traditional beliefs through philosophical inquiry, rationalism, and ethical considerations.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 months ago
philosophy

"Beating" Skepticism: Life As A Game

Skepticism remains largely undefeated in philosophy due to the challenges in justifying knowledge and belief.
fromThe Paris Review
9 months ago
Writing

Seven Adverbs that God Loveth - The Paris Review

A reflection on the draw towards mysticism and the balance between belief and skepticism in philosophical inquiry.
fromPhilosophynow
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Exploring Atheism

Atheism today is a prominent worldview challenging traditional beliefs through philosophical inquiry, rationalism, and ethical considerations.
more#philosophy
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Jimmy Carter once saw a UFO - but had this to say about aliens on Earth

Jimmy Carter, at 100, remained candid about his 1969 UFO sighting, but maintained skepticism about extraterrestrial origins.
#ufos
Writing
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Abducted in front of 23 witnesses and a UN secretary-general: The most famous UFO file is resurrected on Netflix

The case of Linda Napolitano highlights media exploitation of alien abduction stories and the complex interplay of belief, trauma, and skepticism.
fromMail Online
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mystery lights over Capitol Hill sparks fears of UFOs in Washington DC

An eerie light formation over the Capitol has sparked debate about UFOs amid recent congressional hearings, blending speculation with skepticism.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Controversial Story Behind Netflix's New Docuseries The Manhattan Alien Abduction

The documentary presents skepticism about Linda Napolitano's alien abduction claims from 1989, contrasting with prior supportive narratives.
Writing
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Abducted in front of 23 witnesses and a UN secretary-general: The most famous UFO file is resurrected on Netflix

The case of Linda Napolitano highlights media exploitation of alien abduction stories and the complex interplay of belief, trauma, and skepticism.
fromMail Online
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mystery lights over Capitol Hill sparks fears of UFOs in Washington DC

An eerie light formation over the Capitol has sparked debate about UFOs amid recent congressional hearings, blending speculation with skepticism.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Controversial Story Behind Netflix's New Docuseries The Manhattan Alien Abduction

The documentary presents skepticism about Linda Napolitano's alien abduction claims from 1989, contrasting with prior supportive narratives.
more#ufos
fromMail Online
5 months ago
OMG science

Witness reports Bigfoot 'scream' made 'all the dogs in the area bark'

Mysterious vocalizations in Connecticut have reignited Bigfoot speculation after a visitor reported sounds reminiscent of alleged Bigfoot calls.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ellen Coyne: If the main parties don't follow through on their 200 childcare vow, the mothers of Ireland will make their electoral life hell

Irish mothers are skeptical of politicians' promises to cut childcare fees ahead of the General Election.
#generative-ai
fromFuturism
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

MIT Economist Blasts AI Hype, Says It's Too Dumb to Really Impact Jobs

Concerns over AI bubble are growing, with skepticism on the impact of generative AI and exaggerated claims of intelligence.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Advertisers are scrutinizing the value of AI tools as some early efforts fall flat

Generative AI hype in advertising has diminished, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and innovation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
8 months ago

MIT Economist Blasts AI Hype, Says It's Too Dumb to Really Impact Jobs

Concerns over AI bubble are growing, with skepticism on the impact of generative AI and exaggerated claims of intelligence.
more#generative-ai
fromIndependent
7 months ago
Startup companies

I went to see 'the queen of manifestation' live in Dublin - it's a slick show but I'm not sure what they're selling

The audience responded enthusiastically to Roxie Nafousi's manifestation event, but skepticism lingered regarding the practicality of her teachings.
Marketing
fromMarTech
7 months ago

How to secure leadership buy-in for digital marketing initiatives | MarTech

Address skepticism and trust issues through transparent goals and performance reporting.
Combat resistance to change with small wins and a clear strategy for growth.
fromHackernoon
8 months ago
Business

Crypto After All These Years: What Keeps Us Hooked? | HackerNoon

The long-term vision in crypto attracts people, but short-term gains keep them involved.
Measuring success revolves around the efficiency of the NGU algorithm: Number Go Up.
Effective marketing can sustain vaporware products until they achieve viral status.
Community leadership is crucial for maintaining optimism in a cynical crypto environment.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
7 months ago

Most Americans don't trust AI, chatbots or search results to give them accurate election information

Jim Duggan reflects widespread skepticism among Americans regarding the reliability of AI for critical information, particularly concerning elections.
fromBig Think
8 months ago
Media industry

The psychology of the psychic

Skepticism involves understanding psychological factors behind perceived paranormal experiences, as demonstrated in audience number guessing experiments.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

5 Health Trends We Debunked This Year

Wellness trends often promise easy solutions, but many lack scientific backing and can lead to wasted time and money.
California
fromSFGATE
9 months ago

In shock move, California Forever pulls measure to build Bay Area city

The group of tech billionaires and millionaires pulled the ballot measure for building a utopian city in Solano County to go through the normal county process instead of putting it to a vote.
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