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Wellness

Nestle baby foods loaded with unhealthy sugars-but only in poorer countries

In low- and middle-income countries, Nestlé adds sugar to baby foods against expert recommendations, potentially leading to unhealthy eating habits. [ more ]

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Wellness

Sleep training: Life preserver for parents or "symptom of capitalism"?

Sleep deprivation impacts productivity significantly, with studies showing each additional hour of sleep per week increases employment probability and weekly earnings. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

The Polestar Phone is now official as a rebranded Meizu 21 Pro

Polestar enters the smartphone market with its own device, following the footsteps of Nio's smartphone launch. [ more ]

GameSpot

15 hours ago

Digital life

Nintendo Switch Update Out Now, Here's What It Does

Don't expect substantial improvements with Nintendo Switch update to version 18.0.1. [ more ]

cyclingnews.com

Digital life

Best bike phone mounts 2024: Stylish and practical phone holders

Loop Mount provides stylish design for round handlebars with secure phone grip. [ more ]

The Verge

Digital life

Is your PC having trouble? Your smart TV might be to blame

Using a Hisense TV can cause computer issues due to Universal Plug and Play IDs generated by the TV, leading to a potential denial-of-service attack. [ more ]

Futurism

NASA Ponders Why Gas Produced by Life on Earth Is Leaking Out of Mars at Night

Mars Curiosity rover detected mysterious methane gas puffs on Mars, sparking intrigue about potential sources and implications. [ more ]

Ars Technica

OMG science

The largest marine reptile ever could match blue whales in size

Ichthyosaurs, marine reptiles from the Mesozoic era, were enormous creatures that rivaled blue whales in size, potentially making them the largest marine reptiles ever discovered. [ more ]

Mail Online

OMG science

Physicist warns Starlink satellites risk stripping Earth's atmosphere

Cheap satellite megaconstellations, like Starlink, could disrupt Earth's magnetosphere with metal debris, potentially leading to atmospheric stripping. [ more ]

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ITPro

Euro police chiefs rekindle end-to-end encryption battle amid continued rollouts

End-to-end encryption can hinder law enforcement investigations, jeopardizing public safety. [ more ]

Fast Company

What Colorado's new law means for brain wave privacy in the Neuralink era

Governor signed Colorado Privacy Act protecting brainwave data privacy, mirroring laws for fingerprints and facial recognition. Neurotechnology's rapid growth prompts urgent privacy measures in other states. [ more ]

Future of Privacy Forum

Maryland Online Data Privacy Act Goes to Governor Wes Moore

On April 6, the Maryland Senate concurred with House amendments to SB 541, the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA), sending the bill to Governor Moore for signature.

Eventbrite

in 11 hours

FPF Training: Building Blocks of Compliance with Youth Privacy Legislation

The FPF Training Program focuses on youth privacy legislation, offering strategies for compliance in a rapidly changing landscape. [ more ]

TechRepublic

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Devices Infected With Data-Stealing Malware Increased by 7 Times Since 2020

The number of devices infected with data-stealing malware in 2023 was 9.8 million, with an expected rise to 16 million; infostealers are on the rise due to ease of access. [ more ]

Medium

Meet Ritmo, Musixmatch's cross-platform design system

Musixmatch evolved from a lyrics-based music player to a platform catering to music creators and podcasters, necessitating the development of a design system named Ritmo. [ more ]

Medium

This thorn in our foot called portfolio

Raising standards in UX education benefits students in securing job offers and avoiding legal battles over tuition fees. [ more ]

Medium

11 hours ago

User interviews made simple

Proper preparation and planning are crucial for successful user interviews, focusing on providing value for participants, designers, and the business. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

What is DesignOps? The essentials of DesignOps - LogRocket Blog

DesignOps streamlines design team effectiveness by focusing on workflows, infrastructure, design systems, and talent management. [ more ]

Iapp

IAB Europe responds to EDPB opinion on pay or consent

IAB Europe criticized EDPB for creating legal uncertainty and making abstract assumptions about personalized advertising. [ more ]

Queerty

22 hours ago

EU data protection

Here's why hundreds of Grindr users in the UK are suing the app

Lawsuit against Grindr in the UK for sharing sensitive user data with third parties without consent. [ more ]

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Tech industry

Stackify

2 days ago

Tech industry

3 Ways to Send Emails with Ruby - Stackify

For many developers, Ruby on Rails framework not only allows them to build web applications, websites, and efficient database solutions, but it can help them optimize mailing operations.

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Tech industry

Netflix Added More Than 9 Million Subscribers in First Quarter

Netflix added 9.3 million subscribers in Q1 2024, with strong financial performance and a focus on expanding content and audiences. [ more ]

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TNW | Future-Of-Work

The top programming languages to learn if you want to get into AI

Python is the leading programming language for AI development due to its popularity, ease of learning, integration with AI frameworks, and community support. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

The Role Of AI Within Generational Learning

AI revolutionizes learning with personalized approaches for diverse multigenerational preferences. [ more ]

Theregister

53 minutes ago

Generative AI will suffocate under regulation, says law prof

Generative AI faces significant regulatory challenges, including copyright infringement issues. [ more ]

Fast Company

Women are more likely to be replaced by AI, according to LinkedIn

Women are at a higher risk of losing jobs to AI compared to men. [ more ]

Soccer News

When we are bad, we are so bad - Pochettino slams inconsistent Chelsea after Arsenal rout - Soccer News

Chelsea's inconsistency leads to a devastating 5-0 loss to Arsenal, Pochettino expresses frustration with the team's performance. [ more ]

www.caughtoffside.com

'Has been linked' - Romano on potential Arsenal and Man United moves for Dutch hit-man

A proven striker could be a game-changer for Arsenal and Man United, but competition from other clubs could result in a bidding war leading to potential unsuccessfulness for both teams. [ more ]

Soccer News

Prediction: Tottenham vs Arsenal - Soccer News

Tottenham has won nine of their last 11 home appearances.

Arsenal made a statement with a 5-0 win after a Champions League defeat. [ more ]

Poynter

38 minutes ago

Journalists at Columbia are leading the coverage of their campus - Poynter

Protests over Israel-Hamas war dominate Columbia University's campus, leading to calls for the president's resignation and condemnation of antisemitism.

This tense and emotional time on campus at Columbia University marks one of the largest-scale protests witnessed on and off campus.

Diverse reactions emerge regarding students' right to protest in the midst of the Israel-Hamas conflict. [ more ]

Poynter

17 hours ago

Poynter Journalism Prizes honor excellence in U.S. journalism - Poynter

Honoring excellence in journalism through the 2024 Poynter Journalism Prizes. [ more ]

Poynter

16 hours ago

Everyday sexism has no place in sports journalism - Poynter

Doyel's inappropriate comments towards WNBA draft pick highlight persistent issues in sports journalism and women's sports. [ more ]

www.amny.com

2 days ago

Local journalism in New York gets big boost with first-ever NYS payroll tax credit | amNewYork

New York introduces tax credit to support local journalism outlets, a first-in-the-nation initiative. [ more ]

ESPN.com

12 hours ago

Sources: Ten Hag faces pay cut if he stays at Utd

Erik ten Hag faces a 25% pay cut at Manchester United if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. [ more ]

USA TODAY

2 days ago

MLB power rankings: The futile Chicago White Sox are the worst team in baseball ... by far

The Chicago White Sox are currently the worst team in baseball with a dismal record and poor performance in various key statistics. [ more ]

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Europe politics

Economic hurdles of EU expansion into Eastern Europe DW 04/23/2024

Polish farmers protest against EU enlargement due to economic concerns. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

53 minutes ago

Europe news

Russia arrests deputy defence minister suspected of corruption

Timur Ivanov arrested on organized corruption charges for accepting bribes on a large scale. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

53 minutes ago

Europe news

In Ukraine, low hopes for the liberation of lands occupied by Russia

Fewer than half of Ukrainians believe in returning to pre-2014 borders due to ongoing struggles and losses. [ more ]

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France politics

French troops 'preparing for war' in Ukraine and are training for a 'high intensity scenario'

French troops are preparing for a possible deployment in Ukraine, training for high-intensity urban warfare scenarios. [ more ]

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China decries fresh US military aid for Taiwan DW 04/24/2024

04/24/2024April 24, 2024 US lawmakers have voted for fresh assistance for Taiwan, allowing the island to upgrade its military hardware.

www.nytimes.com

Middle East Crisis: Israel Welcomes Senate Passage of Aid Bill

The U.S. Senate approved an aid package including $26.4 billion for Israel and conflict zone civilians, despite strained relationships over Israel's tactics. [ more ]

Washington Post

5 hours ago

Blinken will urge China to stop sending military supplies to Russia

Growing U.S. concerns about Chinese support for Russia's defense industry prompt Secretary of State Blinken's visit to China. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

6 hours ago

Antony Blinken heads to China with warning for Beijing over support of Russia

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to China highlights growing concerns over China's sale of weapon components to Russia and potential US sanctions. [ more ]

Labridge Digital Marketing

6 hours ago

Video Advertising: Strategies for Success in the Digital Age

Video advertising is changing how we connect with people.It's a powerful way to share your message.Labridge Digital Marketing knows this well.That is to say, we help you craft ads that grab attention.

Labridge Digital Marketing

6 hours ago

Google Ad Creation: Ultimate Guide for Effective Campaigns

Google Ad Creation is crucial for businesses to reach the right audience and boost visibility in digital marketing. [ more ]

Social Media Today

LinkedIn Shares Tips to Help B2B Marketers Maximize Their Efforts [Infographic]

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ABC7 San Francisco

38 minutes ago

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

TikTok ban has congressional approval, giving ByteDance 9-12 months to sell before a potential ban. [ more ]

WIRED

TikTok's Creator Economy Stares Into the Abyss

The US Senate passed a bill allowing a potential TikTok ban within a year if not separated from ByteDance. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

TikTok's Pro-China Tilt

Bipartisan TikTok bill ties the sale of TikTok to aid for Ukraine, Taiwan, Israel, and Palestinians, highlighting national security concerns over Chinese control and news influence. [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy technologies

Ads on .gov.uk websites raise eyebrows over privacy

Public-sector websites in the UK and US are sending visitor data to web advertising brokers, causing concerns about compliance and online privacy. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Privacy technologies

Can a VPN Be Hacked?

VPNs encrypt online traffic to protect user data from prying eyes, providing an additional layer of security for both businesses and consumers. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Why canned wine can smell like rotten eggs while beer and Coke are fine

Canned wines are gaining popularity among younger crowds seeking convenience over traditional glass-packaged wines. [ more ]

AdExchanger

7 hours ago

MFA Sites Aren't Going Anywhere Until There Are Incentives To End Them | AdExchanger

MFA sites thrive due to monetization benefits for ad tech ecosystem, despite being misleading and fraudulent. [ more ]

AdExchanger

Google Won't Pull Cookies In 2024 | AdExchanger

Google has delayed third-party cookie deprecation on Chrome repeatedly due to industry and regulatory pressures. [ more ]

AdExchanger

19 hours ago

The NY Post Is Turning First-Party Data Into Direct Deals, With A Little Help From Its Friends | AdExchanger

First-party data crucial for publishers to win ad budgets as third-party cookies vanish. [ more ]

AdExchanger

Question Everything | AdExchanger

Log files are crucial for transparency and accountability in the programmatic advertising supply chain. [ more ]

BBC News

17 hours ago

London Marathon runner tastes 25 glasses of wine during race

Tom Gilbey, 52, completed a race by blind tasting a different wine at every mile, showcasing his expertise and humor. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

17 hours ago

London Marathon runner honoured' after wine challenge goes viral

Tom Gilbey sipped a glass of wine after each mile of the London Marathon, prompting donations to a charity. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

16 hours ago

London Marathon wine guy' on how he sampled 25 wines during race

A wine merchant blind tasted 25 glasses of wine at each mile of the London Marathon, surpassing his fundraising goal for a hospice charity. [ more ]

Forbes

13 hours ago

Council Post: Succeeding In The New Normal: Strategies For Creating An Effective Hybrid Work Model

Creating clear policies and investing in technology are key to implementing an effective hybrid work model. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

21 hours ago

8 Ways to Make Remote Work More Efficient for Everyone | Entrepreneur

Remote work balance is being achieved through hybrid models and specific practices for effective communication and collaboration. [ more ]

Fast Company

3 red flags leaders should look out for

California lawmakers are considering legislation to ban after-hours work emails, following other countries' examples. [ more ]

cleveland

Ohio town among 30 best remote work cities in world, report says

Hamilton, Ohio is ranked as the 27th-best city in the world and 7th-best in the U.S. for remote work, offering incentives for remote workers. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

21 hours ago

Advertise With MLB Trade Rumors

Trade Rumors network covers MLB, Hoops, Pro Football, and Pro Hockey with 389 million pageviews last year. [ more ]

Marco Island Florida

MLB power rankings: The futile Chicago White Sox are the worst team in baseball ... by far

The bottom of power rankings often gets little attention compared to the top teams, with the Chicago White Sox standing out as the worst team in baseball. [ more ]

Bluebird Banter

4 days ago

Another Good Start From Rodriguez, Jays Beat Padres

The Toronto Blue Jays won against the San Diego Padres with a score of 5-1, showcasing strong pitching and hitting performances. [ more ]

Scary Mommy

The 'Bluey' Episode That Helped Me See Myself As A Good Mom

Reframing self-limiting narratives can lead to personal growth. [ more ]

www.esquire.com

Writing Through the War in Ukraine

The article discusses Sasha Vasilyuk's op-ed on the collateral damage of Russia's war on Ukraine and highlights her novel, blending true events with dark humor. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

A baker's dozen of new books with Berkeley ties to read this spring

Memoirs with humor and serious subjects dominate local author's Spring nonfiction releases. [ more ]

Document Journal

Fine Print: Like letting the world read your diary

Journals are considered private spaces, but the content may become public, leading to ethical concerns. [ more ]

AP News

US politics

US and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to Tehran's weekend attack on Israel

WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. and U.K. on Thursday imposed a new round of sanctions on Iran as concern grows that Tehran's unprecedented attack on Israel could fuel a wider war in the Middle East.

JavaScript

InfoWorld

JavaScript

5 ways to use JavaScript promises

Promises are key for asynchronous code. Simple to create, essential for managing results. Learning to use them enhances programming capabilities. [ more ]

CodeProject

JavaScript

Data Validation with Visual FA

Introduction

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ESPN.com

11 hours ago

Dallas Cowboys

Why Cowboys must address their O-line early in the NFL draft

Cowboys have had success in drafting offensive linemen in the first round. [ more ]

www.fourfourtwo.com

5 hours ago

Liverpool: It was Anfield's greatest night and it may never be beaten' - Jamie Carragher and Ian Rush relive a Klopp classic, exclusively with FourFourTwo

Anfield's history is filled with miraculous comebacks and great nights, like Liverpool's 4-0 win against Barcelona in 2019. [ more ]

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Liverpool open talks for Feyenoord's Arne Slot as replacement for Klopp

Liverpool in talks with Feyenoord's Arne Slot for manager position, viewed favorably due to similar style to Jurgen Klopp and track record with young talent and modest budget. [ more ]

www.fourfourtwo.com

Liverpool could finalise the hiring of Arne Slot in the coming days: report

Arne Slot being considered by Liverpool as their next manager.

Slot could be a surprise hit at Anfield despite being relatively inexperienced. [ more ]

ESPN.com

11 hours ago

Sources: Liverpool open talks over manager Slot

Liverpool is in talks with Feyenoord for Arne Slot to potentially succeed Jürgen Klopp as manager. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

10 hours ago

LA Dodgers

Bullpen comes to the rescue as Dodgers open trip with win over Nationals

Dodgers bullpen showed redemption with a strong performance after weeks of struggle. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

10 hours ago

LA Dodgers

Recap: James Outman Provides Dodgers Game-Winning Hit Against Nationals

Dodgers won 4-1 against Nationals on a tough road trip start despite early offensive struggles and mixed pitching results. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Left-wing politics

High Borrowing Costs Have Some Democrats Urging Biden to Pressure the Fed

Sky-high mortgage rates are affecting American consumers and could impact President Biden's re-election prospects.

President Biden faces pressure to urge the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to tackle the challenges posed by elevated borrowing costs. [ more ]

Axios

Left-wing politics

Exclusive: Trump brothers emerge as loyalty czars for dad's potential transition to White House

Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump have become key players in the early planning for a second Trump administration's transition team, and would focus on vetting potential officials and staffers for ideology and loyalty, campaign aides and close allies to their father tell Axios.

Time Out London

Blood-covered cavalry horses are on the loose in central London

Household Cavalry horses escaped in central London causing injuries and chaos. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Man arrested on suspicion of child kidnap after girl, 9, went missing in London

Immediate police action led to the arrest of a man suspected of child kidnap in London. [ more ]

BBC News

Runaway horses race through central London - BBC News

Horses wearing saddles and bridles were found running in central London, triggering a response to locate them. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Suspect fled scene on motorbike' after man stabbed in south east London

Police stock image (Image: Newsquest) A suspect fled the scene on a motorbike following a stabbing in Bermondsey.

Adweek

22 minutes ago

Under the Hood of Tesla's Fleeting Foray Into Ads

Tesla's marketing team didn't get to launch significant campaigns before being laid off. [ more ]

Fast Company

Cryptocurrency

After the Bitcoin halving, what is the climate impact of crypto?

Bitcoin halving raises concerns about cryptocurrency's environmental impact. [ more ]

Coindesk