Life & Personal Interests: 9 of 10
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+22Block the Bots that Feed “AI” Models by Scraping Your Website
“AI” companies think that we should have to opt-out of data-scraping bots that take our work to train their products. There isn’t even a required no-scraping period between the announcement and when they start. Too late? Tough. Once they have your data, they don’t provide you with a way to have it deleted, even before they’ve processed it for training.
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+41Wulf and Eadwacer: why I think I've solved the mystery of this Old English poem
Here, possibly four centuries before women are given a significant voice in heroic poetry in Germany and Scandinavia, a queen speaks out in an English version of a Gothic story.
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+38Why so many celebrities are releasing memoirs
What's behind the recent glut of celebrity memoirs? Fans can't get enough of the rich and famous, and the stars want a chance to control the narrative.
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+37Writing a Book? Going to Therapy Might Help With It
Sitting in front of your own words and confronting the depths of your brain can be incredibly draining.
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+37How Can Writing Help With Self-Development?
Writing, when embraced as a daily practice, becomes a transformative force for self-improvement, mindfulness and sharing wisdom.
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+26Earth, Kiss, and Fire - I Was Made for Boogie Wonderland
Music used in this mashup: * Kiss - I Was Made for Lovin' You * Earth, Wind & Fire - Boogie Wonderland * Wild Cherry - Play That Funky Music
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+33New study confirms: Many adults opt for child-free life without regret
A Michigan State University study finds 1 in 5 adults consciously choose not to have children, with no significant life regret reported among older child-free individuals compared to parents. This research challenges traditional perceptions of childlessness.
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+29The Inside Story of PC Magazine, PC World, and Macworld's Origins, as Told by David Bunnell
In the early 1990s, David wrote a proposal for a book about his life and adventures in publishing, covering the founding of PC Magazine, PC World, Macworld, and more. The book didn't happen, but the proposal is good reading in itself.
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+25How long will printed books continue to exist and be necessary in the future?
Books will live on if we allow them to remain. We will need a tactile world to remind us that we are still here, that we can suffer and heal, make considered judgments, and love in a way that only biological beings can.
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+21Stink!
2021 Re-release -- “Stink!” opens with a foul smell and a pair of kids pajamas. And a single father trying to find out what that smell could possibly be. But instead of getting a straight answer, director Jon Whelan stumbles on an even bigger issue in America, which is that some products on our store shelves are not safe -- by design.
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+45'I know my story. I know my truth': The woman behind Stockholm Syndrome says it's all a lie
A 23-year-old bank teller caught up in a siege inspired the psychological term Stockholm syndrome. But 50 years later, experts say Kristin's story is totally misunderstood.
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+444 Zoom alternatives with better video conferencing privacy policies
More than half of remote meetings are held with Zoom, but that was before privacy concerns disrupted its market. Now, it's time to look at other video conferencing services.
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+23Italy bans puppy yoga
Italy's health ministry has banned puppies from participating in yoga classes, though adult dogs may continue.
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+41Column: The writers' strike was the first workplace battle between humans and AI. The humans won
At a moment when the prospect of executives and managers using software automation to undermine work in professions everywhere loomed large, the WGA strike took on major symbolic weight.
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+35Georgia Restaurant Goes Viral After Charging Parents a $50 Fee for Poorly Behaved Children
Is your child known to act up at dinner? You may want to avoid Toccoa Riverside Restaurant, as it charges an extra fee for poorly behaved children.
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+357 Ways to Create Word-of-Mouth Marketing Online
What’s different with word-of-mouth marketing online? Well, no longer one human to another; instead it's one to many for a powerful biz tool!
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+37Back to Basics: The 10 Essential Secrets to a Perfect Burger
Master the art of grilling perfect burgers with these 10 essential steps and share your best Burger Tips!
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+46Zoom is entangled in an AI privacy mess
The popular video conferencing platform's recent privacy and AI policy changes have exploded in the company's face. Here's what to know.
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+36Strategies for Overcoming Writer's Block
Evidence-based tips and tactics: Different strategies may work better for different individuals or in various situations. It's essential to experiment with these techniques to discover what works best for you. Developing a toolbox of coping strategies can help you navigate and conquer writer's block when it arises.
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+37Dear winter, apparently writing a letter to you can help me hate you less
Research suggests writing down your ‘feelings’ about winter can help with seasonal affective disorder. I’m willing to give it a go, writes Anita Chaudhuri




















