Sustainability in Action NAM 2026
In this broadcast, we explore North America’s approach to sustainability; the innovation, the investment and the next big set of challenges to overcome. From the impact of positive community ...
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Ask HN: Should the term "cognitive surrender" apply to writers who publish slop?
Writing is thinking. I don't think this is an especially disputed claim.Every day we on HN (along with every other social medium) are treated to largely generated think pieces from presumptive thought leaders. Sometimes there's more evidence of human fingerprints on the ideas at issue, and sometimes it's clear that wading through the slop will yield nothing new, interesting or useful.Addy Osmani's blog (and substack) is the clearest example of this. Here's someone who ha
Larz May and Elise Hu: How to escape the smartphone doom loop
Larz May has spent a decade building digital wellness programs for young people, and she's discovered something quietly radical: the smartphone doom loop of screen dependence and anxiety is preventable, and joy (not restriction) is the way out. She makes the case for a different relationship with technology — for kids, parents and everyone in be...
The Real Cost of Remote Team Disengagement in 2026, and 5 Ways to Fix It
Human Resources - Disengaged employees cost the global economy $8.9 trillion in lost productivity last year, according to Gallup's State of the Global Workplace report,
Jonathan Haidt: How screens stole childhood — and how to get it back
Humans aren't just social — we're ultrasocial, wired like bees and ants for deep connection. So what happens when smartphones take over childhood, tablets replace textbooks and AI companies infiltrate our kids’ lives? Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt lays out three principles of technoskepticism — and explains why, two years after sounding the...
Scientists discover brain signals that predict social behaviour before movement begins
Most people think of social interaction as a conscious choice. You see someone, decide whether to approach them, and then act ...
8 Behaviors That Show Up When a Woman Doesnt Have Close Female Friends
Certain social behaviors may appear when women lack close female friendships, reflecting emotional needs, connection gaps, ...
You May Not Be Antisocial, Just Out of Practice
Just rustier. Like a skill that hasn't been used in a while and nobody quite noticed until it was needed. People describe ...
Ask HN: Are we as society going to let LLM companies take all the values?
I am not that young, but I'm not that old. I used to be a child, and thought that the adults already figured things out and I can be at peace.One of my realization of me getting older is the realization that there are no adults in the room anymore, or that I am now, an adult, who, also the same like other adults, we actually don't know shit about anything, none of us do.I think LLM is a useful technology. But since the dawn of LLMs, I've been trying to imagine what the world will
Keith Coleman, Jay Baxter: How Community Notes reduce viral misinformation
Community Notes on X started with a wild idea: Instead of tech companies deciding what's true, what if you let people fact-check each other? Keith Coleman and Jay Baxter, who helped build the crowdsourced system adding context to misleading posts, discuss how the program reduces viral misinformation — and why people across the political spectrum...
The VIP Sport Clips Flooding Social Media Aren’t Real—Here’s Why It Matters
See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Scroll through TikTok or Instagram and you’ll quickly find glamorous ...
Is Prime Minister Balendra Shah using social media to evade accountability?
At a time when the government is courting one controversy after another, the prime minister’s digital footprint has channelled public energy into superficial online disputes, observers say.
An inside look at the culture of outrage on social media
As Americans increasingly say the biggest threat in the country is coming from each other, is social media only inflaming that conflict? A New York Times/Siena poll of 1,313 registered voters released ...
'Bengaluru has lost its soul': Social media debate over the city's identity draws strong reactions
A viral social media discussion on Bengaluru's identity has triggered a debate between long-time residents and newcomers, with users arguing over whether the city has lost its charm or is simply evolving with time.
3 Undervalued Interactive Media & Services Stocks for Friday, June 05
Discover the top 3 undervalued Interactive Media & Services stocks for Friday, June 05 based on AAII’s Stock Grades.
Was UPSC Prelims 2026 The "Toughest Paper"? What You Need To Know Amid Social Media Buzz
UPSC Prelims 2026 toughest paper ever? An analysis of the remarks made on various platforms suggest the story is more nuanced.
Unveiling Germany's Social Commerce Boom: From TikTok Shop to Retail Media
The German social commerce market is poised for strong growth, focusing on seamless purchasing experiences via platforms like TikTok. Opportunities lie in integrating logistics, enhancing transaction trust, and leveraging social platforms as retail media. Key focus areas include beauty, fashion, and quick impulse buys. German Social Commerce Market German Social Commerce Market Dublin, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Germany Social Commerce Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics D
The Role of Peer Groups: Understanding Their Impact and Analysis
Peer groups influence investing with shared characteristics. Learn more about them, including their impact, benefits, and ...
Study explores social media's growing influence on cosmeceutical trends
"While social media and search engines offer invaluable insights into consumer interests, they also amplify misinformation and hype," said Dobos, a cosmetic chemist and adjunct instructor in UC's ...
Ohio company helps people speak with new technology
For 60 years, this Ohio company has helped people with speech disabilities find their voice through new technology.