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fromwww.npr.org
51 minutes ago

NPR news chief announces she's leaving days after Congress kills federal funding

Edith Chapin is stepping down from NPR, citing the need for a break after holding two significant executive roles for two years.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 hours ago

Over 5 million pools sold in the U.S., Canada under recall after reports of 9 deaths

Over 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools recalled due to drowning risks linked to compression straps.
US news
#privacy
fromBoston.com
3 hours ago
US news

Can you ever expect privacy in public? Coldplay kiss camera saga tells us a lot about the answer.

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago
Social media marketing

Obsessed with the Coldplay kiss cam story? I was too, until I realised the sinister truth at the heart of it | Arwa Mahdawi

fromBoston.com
3 hours ago
US news

Can you ever expect privacy in public? Coldplay kiss camera saga tells us a lot about the answer.

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago
Social media marketing

Obsessed with the Coldplay kiss cam story? I was too, until I realised the sinister truth at the heart of it | Arwa Mahdawi

#wellness
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 hour ago

How to build a standout personal brand online, in person and at work: A CNBC Make It course

The rise of digital platforms has made personal branding more powerful and more necessary than ever. You can take control of your brand to stand out professionally, grow your network, and open new doors.
fromInc
3 hours ago

Are You Sure You Want to Use AI for Marketing?

We've been in this state of uniformity for some time now, even before AI showed up. Right now, most brand interactions happen in a box on your phone.
Digital life
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Gear You Need to Keep Fit, Rested, and Balanced

Supplements are nice and all, but when it comes to overall health and wellness, a little (or a lot) of gear goes a long way.
Wellness
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Clothes Moths Got Your Sweater? There's a Wasp for That | KQED

Adult clothes moths resemble pinkie nails and cannot eat wool sweaters due to lack of mouthparts. Instead, they lay eggs in their former homes.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 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
#tech-industry
#user-experience
fromChannelPro
7 hours ago

The Channel Recruiter and Nebula debut new global talent resourcing solution

Tech Talent on Tap combines The Channel Recruiter's sector-specific recruitment expertise with Nebula Global Services' global delivery capabilities to provide seamless, on-demand access to technical professionals.
Tech industry
#cybersecurity
fromwww.itpro.com
5 hours ago
Information security

New hires are your weakest link when it comes to phishing attacks here's how you can build a strong security culture that doesn't judge victims

fromwww.itpro.com
5 hours ago
Information security

New hires are your weakest link when it comes to phishing attacks here's how you can build a strong security culture that doesn't judge victims

fromThe Local Germany
7 hours ago

EU reveals (latest) start date for EES biometric passport checks

The Entry & Exit System (EES) will come into effect on October 12th, 2025, and will be phased in gradually across the EU/Schengen zone.
EU data protection
fromMedium
5 days ago

An ode to breaking things

The evolution of AI is transforming how we create, posing challenges to traditional craft and design, where speed and automation overshadow intention.
UX design
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 hours ago

Russia used the vote of no confidence against Von der Leyen to stir up polarization in the EU

The Kremlin used the recent vote of no confidence against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to launch a narrative about the dysfunctions of European institutions, attempting to polarize and weaken the EU.
EU data protection
fromThe Drum
4 hours ago

Social media - the industry's biggest questions, answered

Focus on platforms with active audiences; invest in ads to combat declining organic reach.
Social media marketing
#artificial-intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 week ago

Retirement.exe | HackerNoon

They arrived as silent helpers-sleek, gentle machines programmed to ease the burden of aging. With soft-lit eyes and calming voices, elder care bots were hailed as a revolution in assisted living.
Artificial intelligence
#sustainability
fromExchangewire
6 hours ago

Digest: France Investigates X for Alleged Algorithm Manipulation; Perplexity Seeks Phone Deals for Comet AI Browser

A criminal investigation has been launched into X by French authorities, accusing the platform of manipulating its recommendation algorithm and unlawfully extracting user data. The company denies the claims, describing the probe as politically charged.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Look how well-read I am!' How books by the metre' add the final touch to your home or your image

F. Scott Fitzgerald critiqued the shallowness of the super-rich through Jay Gatsby, who stocked his shelves with unread, uncut books to project a cultured image. One guest at Gatsby's party admired the shelves as a triumph, appreciating their thoroughness and realism, despite their emptiness.
Books
fromCreativeApplications.Net
5 hours ago

Constella: Supporting Storywriters' Interconnected Character Creation through LLM-based Multi-Agents - Research Paper Preprint

Our formative study (N=14) reveals that writers struggle to envision new characters that could influence existing ones, balancing similarities and differences among characters.
Writing
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

This new front-of-package nutrition label is designed to make us healthier

Front-of-package labels can capture consumers' attention during decision-making moments, providing clear information on added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats, which can influence healthier choices.
Food & drink
fromGrub Street
1 hour ago

Goat Brains and Veal Kidneys Now Cost an Arm and a Leg

When Pandya first served goat brains at the original Long Island City location of Adda in 2018, the price was $4.99 a pound; these days, at the reimagined version of the restaurant in the East Village, he's paying closer to $12 a pound.
Food & drink
fromTheregister
5 hours ago

Public service TV should work 'urgently' with YouTube: Ofcom

Public service broadcasters (PSBs) urgently need to collaborate with Google-owned YouTube to effectively compete with services like Netflix and adapt to significant market changes.
Media industry
#nfl
fromESPN.com
15 hours ago
National Football League

NFL training camp is here! Biggest storylines, roster projections and previews for all 32 teams

fromESPN.com
15 hours ago
National Football League

NFL training camp is here! Biggest storylines, roster projections and previews for all 32 teams

#generative-ai
fromBGR
14 hours ago
Privacy technologies

How To Hide AI Images From Online Searches With DuckDuckGo - BGR

fromBGR
14 hours ago
Privacy technologies

How To Hide AI Images From Online Searches With DuckDuckGo - BGR

fromBerlin Art Link
15 hours ago

Review of 'Der Fluss bin ich' | Berlin Art Link

The river in question, the Pader, is the subject and setting of this year's edition, curated by Marijke Lukowicz and Sophia Trollmann: the shortest in Germany.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

I'm a writer from the Balkans. Why do people assume I only know about war and tragedy? | Ana Schnabl

American publishers often prefer translated works that highlight the political or cultural context of their regions, linking stories to significant historical events or themes.
Books
fromInsideHook
8 hours ago

The Oldest Single Malt Scotch Ever Is About to Go on Sale

Gordon & MacPhail will release an 85-year-old single malt whisky in October, breaking the previous record set by their Generations 80 Years Old bottle from 2021.
Wine
#literature
fromArchDaily
11 hours ago

'All Architecture is Water Architecture': Eva Franch i Gilabert, Mireia Luzarraga and Alejandro Muino on Catalonia's Pavilion in Venice

The project 'Water Parliaments: Projective Ecosocial Architectures' connects various regions to tackle the water crisis as an intertwined ecosocial, cultural, and political challenge. It emphasizes the significance of water in architecture and governance.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 hours ago

Gold prices remain sideways, markets cautious - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The recent US economic data has shown resilience, but dovish comments from Fed officials could enhance the appeal of gold as a safe haven investment.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 hours ago

Typhoon Wipha whips Vietnam as Philippines flooding displaces thousands

Typhoon Wipha has left behind devastation in the Philippines, resulting in five deaths and thousands displaced, with severe flooding affecting Manila as the storm approaches Vietnam.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 hour ago

Six-week-old infant among 15 people who died of starvation in Gaza in past 24 hours, health officials say

"No one is spared: caretakers in Gaza are also in need of care. Doctors, nurses, journalists, and humanitarians are hungry," UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini said in a statement.
World news
fromIndependent
10 hours ago

Ksenia Samotiy: Memes that gloat over the demise of CEOs are not funny - they are unadulterated cruelty

The 'Coldplay couple' incident at a concert led to a flurry of memes online, merging humor with unintentional social commentary on public perception and embarrassment.
Social media marketing
fromGameSpot
8 hours ago

Lone Wolf And Cub Deluxe Edition Manga Preorders Are Live

Lone Wolf and Cub is a critically acclaimed samurai epic known for its combination of fatherhood themes and unrestrained violence, influencing the genre significantly.
Media industry
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Orchestrating empathy where your funnel falls short | MarTech

Your sophisticated automation is creating experiences so robotic that customers can smell the algorithm from a mile away. In a world where trust and genuine connection are commodities, that's a problem worth solving.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

As big businesses get aggressive with RTO, this may be the perfect time for smaller companies to scoop up workers

"It's a great way for small companies to compete with big companies for talent," said Nicole Kyle, who studies the future of work, about giving workers greater autonomy.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 day ago

I Have A Problem With The Term "Thought Leadership Ads"

Thought leadership is not a campaign. It's not a post. It's not a shiny new format for marketers to test. It's a philosophy and a practice rooted in generosity.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

We tried Meghan Markle's new As Ever rose in a blind taste test. It wasn't what we expected, but we'd buy it again.

As Ever's rosé is described as having a "crisp" taste with notes of "stone fruit, gentle minerality, and a lasting finish," similar to Provençal rosés.
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This May Be the Most Underrated Wine Region on the West Coast-and It's Not in California

Travelers often come to Oregon for two things: to taste Portland's culinary scene and experience the state's rugged beauty, particularly in the Willamette Valley.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

EU agrees new Russia sanctions after Slovakia drops opposition Europe live

The 18th EU package of sanctions is here, after Slovakia dropped its opposition to its adoption last night. Slovak prime minister, Robert Fico, said late Thursday that he received additional guarantees from the EU on the technically unrelated, but politically linked, issue of gas imports from Russia and was now prepared to support the package.
Europe news
fromPrx
3 days ago

The World

The expulsion of a female student in China for dating a foreigner has sparked significant debate on social media, with discussions focusing on gender bias and nationalism.
Europe news
#premier-league
fromFox Sports
5 days ago
English Premier League

Liverpool weigh up blockbuster $247m move; Tottenham in ugly legal stoush: Rumour Mill

fromFox Sports
5 days ago
English Premier League

Liverpool weigh up blockbuster $247m move; Tottenham in ugly legal stoush: Rumour Mill

#mets
fromFingerlakes1.com
12 hours ago
New York Mets

Mets overcome four-run deficit to edge Angels in series opener (highlights) | Fingerlakes1.com

Mets overcame a four-run deficit to win 7-5 against Angels, supported by a strong bullpen.
fromwww.amny.com
13 hours ago
New York Mets

Mets overturn 4-run hole, come back late to beat Angels 7-5 | amNewYork

Mets overcame a 4-0 deficit to win 7-5 against the Angels, showcasing effective offense in the late innings.
#training-camp
fromBoston.com
2 hours ago
New England Patriots

Your guide to 2025 Patriots training camp: What to know if you go, what to watch for, and key dates

The Patriots begin their training camp July 23, focusing on quarterback Drake Maye's improvement and the revitalization of the defense under Mike Vrabel.
fromPats Pulpit
6 hours ago
New England Patriots

Pats Pulpit Training Camp Guide: All you need to know about this year's camp

The New England Patriots will start training camp for the upcoming 2025 season on July 23 under new head coach Mike Vrabel.
fromBoston.com
2 hours ago
New England Patriots

Your guide to 2025 Patriots training camp: What to know if you go, what to watch for, and key dates

fromtherealdeal.com
2 hours ago
NYC real estate

NYC's top deals: Bowery Savings Bank trades for $20M via bankruptcy case

New York City recorded 208 property deals totaling approximately $473 million on July 21, 2025.
fromwww.npr.org
8 hours ago

'I Know What You Did Last Summer' gets hooked on nostalgia

The original I Know What You Did Last Summer featured teenagers targeted by a killer in fisherman's garb. Nearly 30 years later, a new sequel has a similar plot.
Arts
fromThe American Conservative
11 hours ago

What Did You Think the New Right Was?

Jeffery expresses his concern about the New Right's moral bankruptcy, highlighting its contradictions and the overwhelming influence of Donald Trump in shaping its agenda, which he finds problematic.
Right-wing politics
fromThe American Conservative
11 hours ago

Will Trump Grant Amnesty?

Conservatives across the country are watching closely to see whether President Donald Trump grants amnesty to illegal aliens employed in certain industries. The administration's messaging on this matter has been somewhat contradictory, giving rise to confusion and understandable outrage among Trump's most diehard supporters.
Right-wing politics
fromSoccer News
2 hours ago

Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike arrives for Liverpool medical (Video) - Soccer News

Liverpool have reached an agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt regarding the transfer of Hugo Ekitike, who has traveled to Merseyside to complete a medical examination.
Liverpool FC
frommiamifoodpug.com
1 month ago

Nom News: June 6, 2025

Cleo, a new dining destination in Miami Beach, features vibrant Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with a mezze-style menu designed for sharing memorable meals. Executive Chef Camila Olarte leads the team.
Miami food
fromFuncheap
10 hours ago

People in Plazas: Soul Concert (SF)

People in Plazas (PiP) offers over 130 free lunchtime concerts in various styles throughout San Francisco, held from July to September in 15 public plazas.
SF music
frommiamifoodpug.com
1 month ago

Nom News: May 30, 2025

Hai Hospitality, the award-winning Austin, Texas-based hospitality group behind nationally acclaimed concepts Uchi, Uchiko and Uchiba, announced today its plans to open a new Uchiba location in Miami's Brickell neighborhood in spring 2026.
Miami food
fromTime Out London
2 hours ago

Hyped London bakery Layla is opening a second site

Layla Bakery, a popular spot in Notting Hill, will open its second location in Acton this September, focusing on takeaways with a community-oriented approach.
London food
fromPats Pulpit
5 hours ago

How the Patriots roster has changed since last year's training camp

A total of 91 players, including recently signed international player David Olajia, will be in town by tonight. Only 40 percent of it - 36 players total - are still with the team on the eve of camp.
New England Patriots
frommiamifoodpug.com
1 month ago

Nom News: June 20, 2025

Seaspice, the iconic waterfront dining destination nestled on the Miami River, is turning up the heat with the debut of its Summer Lunch menu.
Miami food
fromwww.amny.com
42 minutes ago

Mets prospects Brandon Sproat, Nolan McLean have path to majors in different role | amNewYork

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns noted the team is looking for outside help to strengthen a depleted bullpen due to significant injuries. He acknowledged the possibility of promoting top pitching prospects Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean as relievers if trade efforts fail before the July 31 deadline. Sproat has recently thrived with a 23-inning scoreless streak, while McLean boasts a solid 3.08 ERA and 71 strikeouts in Syracuse.
New York Mets
#investment
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Myth vs. Reality: Real-World Runtime Performance of Node.js, Deno, and Bun | HackerNoon

Node.js has maintained its status as the standard for server-side JavaScript environments for over ten years, used widely in large-scale production systems.
Node JS
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