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  • Lisbon, framed

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    Lisbon is a city of unique charm. Its historic center is filled with buildings of a distinct and harmonious style, nestled on a series of hills. Narrow and steep paths connect these neighborhoods, giving the city its iconic, layered appearance…. Read More ›

  • Short-term politics, long-term harm…

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    Threads and Instagram users will be shown more political content from people they do not follow, parent company Meta has announced. The firm says its part of its reorientation towards “free expression” – a move that saw it ditch fact… Read More ›

  • Dark mode…

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    The sun is setting on computers. In October, Google finally—finally—rolled out a new black-background view for its Calendar app. This is just the latest in a string of recent software darkenings. In July, Wikipedia went light-on-dark. And a few years… Read More ›

  • No social media for 3.5 years. Here’s what happened

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    An interesting video below which highlights what really does happen when you step back from social media. Must say I am happier now that I have stepped right back and negative emotions appear less often than previously.

  • Gen Z have ruined shopping

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    When did you last walk into a shop and feel truly valued? Poor customer service is a deal breaker. Polite, well-trained, and knowledgeable staff can transform shopping trips into experiences that online cannot provide. And while I know it isn’t… Read More ›

  • Freedom of speech at all costs?

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    During his three-day posting binge, Musk has called for UK government officials to be hanged and jailed, demanded the removal of Keir Starmer as UK prime minister, and suggested notorious far-right activist Tommy Robinson be released from prison. Robinson was… Read More ›

  • Microsoft’s Cloud Prison

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    In April Microsoft plans to release a new device on the unsuspecting workers of the world. Its name is Windows 365 Link. Microsoft’s YouTube advertisement explains that the new device will be secure because it will have, “No local admin… Read More ›

  • PTOs and WFH

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    For years, my company has offered an unlimited paid time off (PTO) plan, and if you run a business—particularly a small business — you should seriously consider doing the same. Maybe you’ve considered this in the past and shrugged it… Read More ›

  • The Phantom V Fold2 5G

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    At first glance the Phantom V has a lot going for it; decent specs and a design that feels familiar and new at the same time. Seems there is an Android world outside of Samsung after all…

  • The Science of Steps and Mental Health

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    Higher Steps, Lower Symptoms: Individuals achieving 10,000 or more steps per day experienced significantly fewer depressive symptoms compared to those taking fewer than 5,000 steps (SMD, -0.26; 95% CI, -0.38 to -0.14). Incremental Gains: Each additional 1,000 daily steps correlated… Read More ›