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“ Boredom is the price we pay for a life rich with...

Boredom is the price we pay for a life rich with meaning. Recognizing this makes the feeling more endurable.”

Defector
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The NWSL Offseason Put Important New Faces In New Places

The NWSL Offseason Put Important New Faces In New Places
In less than two weeks, a new season of the NWSL kicks off. If that causes you to do a double-take—Didn’t Rose Lavelle just score the championship game-winner, like, last week?—you’re not alone. The championship match was followed immediately by a December full of the NWSL’s...

The New Stack | DevOps, Open Source, and Cloud Native News
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Meta gave React its own foundation. But it’s not letting go just yet.

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Open source has long been shaped by the tension between community ideals and commercial reality. This past week highlighted just

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WIRED
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Shark UV Reveal Review (2026): UV Light Mode

The UV light built into Shark’s newest robot vacuum is on a quest to embarrass me with how many stains it's spotted.

Simon Carstensen
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Why I split Jottit into two apps

I've been quiet for a bit (moving house, painting walls) but I also made a big decision about Jottit. When Aaron Swartz and I built Jottit in 2007, it was a very specific thing: the simplest way to make a web page. You'd type something, hit save, and you had a page. That was...

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Currently alternating between painting walls and shipping code. The walls are going slower.

WIRED
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The Best Ergonomic Keyboard I've Tried (and Other Comfortable Typing Options)

I've tested a ton of keyboard options to make your typing life easier, and a couple I’d avoid.

Open Channels FM Podcast Network
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Preparing Your WooCommerce Store for the AI Era: Data and Catalog Management

As WooCommerce continues to evolve in its integration with AI technologies, one theme stands out: the importance of structured and accessible data for store success. Conversations in a recent episode illuminated how a well-managed product catalog is the backbone of leveraging AI features, both now and in the future. Store owners and developers are urged […]

WIRED
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How to Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home (2026)

There have never been so many ways to check for hypertension. Here’s what's available and how to use them.

WIRED
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How Palantir, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google Power Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

A WIRED analysis shows that ICE and CBP have collectively spent at least $515 million on products from Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Palantir in the last few years alone.

WIRED
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The Untold Story of the Birth of the iPhone

Apple turns 50 on April 1. In his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years, David Pogue chronicles the secrecy-laden environment in which Steve Jobs willed the first iPhone into existence.

WIRED
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Best Pajamas for Women (2026), WIRED Tested and Reviewed

After testing 100-plus sets, these are the sleepwear brands that earned permanent spots in my closet and my bed.

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The Midterms Begin With a Texas-Size Showdown

Democrats and Republicans will head to the polls in Texas today for an election that will send both parties a message about what voters want in Trump’s America. Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, discusses the Senate primary that so ...

WIRED
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Why Missile Alerts and War Updates Trigger Doomscrolling

A combination of war alerts, breaking news updates, and algorithmic feeds are trapping users in a threat-monitoring loop.

Open Channels FM Podcast Network
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What’s New at CloudFest Hackathon 2026: Trends, Changes, and Creative Energy

In this episode enjoy a chat about the CloudFest Hackathon 2026's history, future initiatives, and community engagement, emphasizing inclusivity, mentorship, and project sustainability.

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Emacs

People are doing pretty interesting things with Emacs (now on version 30.2!) these days, if you haven’t checked in recently. The bleeding edge has always been people into Org Mode. Sacha Chua has hooked up Whisper to Emacs to talk to it. Emacs is probably one of the first and best examples of self-modifying software … Continue reading Emacs

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Trump Hit by Damning Leaks on Iran Decision as Polls Turn Brutal Fast

With Donald Trump’s war on Iran getting worse, a new report in The New York Times reveals damning details about the runup to the decision. We learn that Trump’s case rests on lies about the “imminent threat” Iran poses, and that he publicly misrepresented...

WIRED
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How Journalists Are Reporting From Iran With No Internet

After strikes killed senior Iranian officials, Iran cut off internet access. Journalists are relying on satellite links, encrypted apps, and smuggled footage to report from inside the country.

Open Channels FM Podcast Network
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How Freelancers Can Tame Digital Distractions

Starting conversations around strategies to reduce digital distractions, emphasizing boundaries for emails, social media habits, and personalizing routines for better focus.

WIRED
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L.L.Bean Promo Codes and Deals: Up to 75% Off Outdoor Gear

Find the best L.L.Bean promo codes and coupons for 10% off your first order, major sale discounts, free shipping on $75+, and extra savings for select groups.