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'Don't you have friends to go with?': the stigma and joy of a table for one | Emma Gannon
Solo dining is a sign of unhappiness, a new report claims. I’ll tell you why I think that’s nonsense – but please don’t pull up a chair. I once told a colleague that I was going to Amsterdam on a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Top Trump Officials’ Passwords and Personal Phone Numbers Discovered Online
Plus: Alleged Snowflake hacker will be extradited to US, internet restrictions create an information vacuum in Myanmar, and London gets its first permanent face recognition cameras.Wired - 3d -
Kendrick Lamar, Gracie Abrams and Zoe Saldaña earn Webby Award nominations, along with Nutter Butter
Kendrick Lamar, Gracie Abrams, Zoe Saldaña and Nutter Butter are among the nominees for this year’s Webby Awards, recognizing the best internet content and creatorsABC News - 1h -
The Tech You Need to Level Up Your Humanity
Advancements in computing and robotics are changing how people live. Here are our favorite prosthetics, smart glasses, exoskeletons, and fitness trackers.Wired - 4d -
Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend
A Democratic senator says the party's brand is 'problematic.' And the NCAA men's and women's tournaments are getting down to business.NBC News - 1d -
Mike Borgonzi: If you have a chance to draft a franchise QB, you don't pass on him
The Titans have attended Cam Ward's Pro Day.Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Poor Prince Harry: what to do when someone close to you publicly trashes an institution you love? | Marina Hyde
As claims pile up about the charity he founded, he’s learning that smiling and biting your lip can be quite painful. Hear, hear, as the Windsors might say. Straight faces, please, as we try to look ...The Guardian - 1h -
OpenAI to release open-source model as AI economics force strategic shift
OpenAI plans to release its first open-weight AI model since 2019 as economic pressures mount from competitors like DeepSeek and Meta, marking a significant strategic reversal for the company ...VentureBeat - 13h -
With 17 Words, Duke University Basketball Star Cooper Flagg’s Mom Taught a Brilliant Lesson in How to Raise Successful Kids
You want to be successful. What would you do for your kids?Inc. - 2d -
Southwest Airlines Just Abandoned Another Big Advantage. Will Passengers Even Notice?
Sometimes you need to let go of the thing that made you great.Inc. - 2d -
Everybody hates Elon. But why?
Do you hate Elon Musk? If you do, you're certainly not alone.The Hill - 23h -
102-year-old WWII veteran throws 1st pitch at spring training game
World War II veteran-turned-internet star known as Papa Jake attended a spring training game between the Giants and Tigers — and he got to throw out the first pitch three months after celebrating ...NBC News - 5d -
ChatGPT's viral Studio Ghibli-style images highlight AI copyright concerns
Fans of Studio Ghibli, the famed Japanese animation studio behind “Spirited Away” and other beloved movies, were delighted this week when a new version of ChatGPT let them transform popular ...ABC News - 3d -
Twitter: Breaking the Bird review – how all the hate speech flooded in
This film shows how a ‘hallucinogenically optimistic’ vision descended into the hellscape we know today. Young, confident men really should not rule the internet …. It turns out that Mike Judge’s ...The Guardian - 16h -
You Can Make Amber Fossils in 24 Hours, Instead of Millions of Years
Paleontologists hope that an amber-like material, made with living tree resin, will shed light on the prehistoric fossilization of the real stuff.The New York Times - Mar. 24 -
5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed
Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.Wired - 4d -
Remember This Banger: On the 30th anniversary of Selena's death, a look back at 'Dreaming of You'
Thirty years after the singer's death, we look back on the song that encapsulated what could've been.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Why You Should Spread ‘Positive Gossip’ in Your Workplace
It’s contagious—and it goes a long way toward your company culture.Inc. - 3d -
Should you buy a new car before auto tariffs take effect?
Tariffs are expected to hike prices by thousands of dollars per vehicle.ABC News - 2d -
Calling all fashion models … now AI is coming for you
As fashion brands create AI ‘twins’ with models’ permission, some believe this is just another form of exploitation. The impact of AI has been felt across industries from Hollywood to publishing – ...The Guardian - 1d -
Everything you need to know about the Indianapolis Indians for the 2025 season
The Indianapolis Indians will feature another major pitching prospect in Bubba Chandler and special deal almost every day of the weekYahoo Sports - 1d -
You decide: Vote for the Eagle-Gazette preseason Softball Player of the Year
There a ton of talent players and this is your chance to vote on who think is the best. Vote for the E-G preseason Softball Player of the Year.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Mike McDaniel: If you're not feeling heat on the seat, you have the wrong urgency
The Dolphins missed the playoffs in 2024 for the first time since head coach Mike McDaniel joined the team and that's led to some conversation about his job security heading into his fourth season ...Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Trump and Musk are targeting Social Security, and you should worry
Why go after Social Security? Because that's where the money is.The Hill - 1d -
How do you design a Museum of the Future? | Brendan McGetrick interview
Brendan McGetrick, the creative director of Museum of the Future, came to Austin, Texas, with a traveling exhibit for the first time recently.VentureBeat - 1d -
These Augusta National Golf Club-themed backyards will get you ready for the Masters
Jim Nantz has some well-known backyard golf course replicas. Here's a couple others that pay homage to the Masters.Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Penn State wrestling: The Hodge Trophy winner's announced ... and it may surprise you.
The Hodge Trophy voting, between Wyatt Hendrickson and Penn State's Carter Starocci, was the second-closet in history. Who won?Yahoo Sports - 20h -
President Trump on running for a third term: ‘There’s a way you can do it’
President Trump on Monday did not rule out the possibility of running for re-election for a third term, which is prohibited by a constitutional term limit. It follows his comments in an exclusive ...NBC News - 14h -
Nottingham Forest v Man Utd: Did you know?
Following their 3-2 win at Old Trafford in December, Nottingham Forest are looking to complete their first league double over Manchester United since 1991-92 under Brian Clough. After their 3-0 ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
'You can't have all the success he's had without a genius of a brain'
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discuss Carlo Ancelotti's long reign as king of the Champions League and the reasons behind his success.BBC News - 9h -
Welcome to the Baller League, the future of football – whether you like it or not | Jonathan Liew
The series in London is one of a range of smaller-sided ventures challenging the traditional model of the game. The first ever goal in the UK version of the Baller League is scored by the ...The Guardian - 7h -
Mike Vrabel: You have to view Will Campbell as a left tackle
Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf said recently that the team will not be drafting for need with the No. 4 pick in April, but there's not much question about what ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Titleist mini driver: Everything you want to know about the GT280
Fitting between a driver and a 3-wood, the GT280 was made for the tour, but can it fit into your bag, too?Yahoo Sports - 1h -
The Best Cooling Sheets, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
If you tend to wake up sweating no matter the season, hop under these cooling sheets so that you can, you know, actually sleep.Wired - 2d -
There's plenty of talent on the baseball diamond so vote for the Player to Watch
You get to vote on the Baseball Player to Watch this spring.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
After Reaching the Final Four, Auburn University Coach Bruce Pearl Was Asked a Pointed Question About Success. His Answer Was Eye-Opening
How do you build a team, and keep the core?Inc. - 1d -
March Madness 2025: LSU coach Kim Mulkey snaps at student reporter after NCAA tournament loss
"How many Final Fours you been to?"Yahoo Sports - 15h -
'The White Lotus' girls' trip is a disaster—these 3 red flags mean yours might be, too
If your friend isn't as comfortable going to museums or eating meals by themselves as you are, you probably won't travel well together.CNBC - 2d -
What are today's savings interest rates?
You can open a high-yield savings account today and start earning more on the money you save.CBS News - 1h -
What are today's CD interest rates?
When you open a CD, you'll lock in today's rates for the entire term. Here's how much you can earn.CBS News - 1h