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Beyond the Observer: Matter as a Phase of Consciousness
BlogMay 9, 2026

Beyond the Observer: Matter as a Phase of Consciousness

Dr. Iain McGilchrist’s claim that "matter is simply a phase of consciousness" sparks a speculative bridge between philosophy and quantum physics. The post argues that conscious noticing—especially intentional, lucid awareness—could act as the observer that collapses quantum wave functions, turning...

By Unacceptable Jessica
Whoop Adds AI‑Driven In‑App Medical Consultations, Expanding Wearable Into Telehealth
NewsMay 9, 2026

Whoop Adds AI‑Driven In‑App Medical Consultations, Expanding Wearable Into Telehealth

Whoop announced a summer 2026 launch of AI‑enhanced, in‑app medical consultations for U.S. members, letting users video‑chat licensed clinicians while sharing real‑time biometric data. The service adds a paid tier on top of the existing subscription, marking the fitness‑tracker’s first...

By Pulse
Choosing Traits: Mercy vs Competitive Advantage in Embryo Selection
SocialMay 9, 2026

Choosing Traits: Mercy vs Competitive Advantage in Embryo Selection

Listening to @hsu_steve and @AlexTISYoung discuss the ethics of embryo selection is disorienting. Seems disingenuous to laugh off the difference between screening out Huntington’s and optimizing for height or IQ, as if the distinction is some kind of philosophical naivety. A...

By Adam Butler
What to Expect From Robert Plant's 2026 Summer Tour
NewsMay 9, 2026

What to Expect From Robert Plant's 2026 Summer Tour

Robert Plant is embarking on a 2026 summer tour to promote his new album *Saving Grace*, which reached No. 4 on the U.K. charts. The itinerary starts with a South American leg in May, covering multiple cities in Argentina and Brazil, before...

By Ultimate Classic Rock
Assessments Reveal Exact Path Back to Fighting
SocialMay 9, 2026

Assessments Reveal Exact Path Back to Fighting

We have a fighter in town for assessments. Assessments are our nerdy love. From movement to performance. If you’re not asssessing, you’re guessing. This is especially important after an injury. Think of your body like a phone. The software is...

By Sarah Long (MMA S&C Coach)
Capella Hotels to Double Portfolio by 2030, Opens First European Site in Florence and Riyadh Resort
NewsMay 9, 2026

Capella Hotels to Double Portfolio by 2030, Opens First European Site in Florence and Riyadh Resort

Capella Hotels announced a plan to double its portfolio to 24 properties by 2030, beginning with a 12th‑century hotel near Florence’s Duomo and a luxury resort in Riyadh, both slated for late 2027. The ultra‑luxury brand says the expansion will...

By Pulse
Seeking Sushi Partner in Paris for Fancy Omakase Adventures
SocialMay 9, 2026

Seeking Sushi Partner in Paris for Fancy Omakase Adventures

I need a sushi partner in crime in Paris. None of my friends want to try all these fancy omakases lol

By Matt Kepnes
Mabwell Secures FDA IND Clearance for 9MW5211 Antibody, Paving Way for IBD Trials
NewsMay 9, 2026

Mabwell Secures FDA IND Clearance for 9MW5211 Antibody, Paving Way for IBD Trials

Mabwell (688062.SH, 02493.HK) announced that the FDA has cleared its investigational new drug application for 9MW5211, a first‑in‑class antibody targeting pathogenic immune cells in inflammatory bowel disease. The clearance enables the company to begin human trials and adds momentum to...

By Pulse
Europe’s 3 Most Spectacular Lake Destinations For A Summer Vacation
BlogMay 9, 2026

Europe’s 3 Most Spectacular Lake Destinations For A Summer Vacation

Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights) has highlighted three of Europe’s most spectacular lake destinations for summer travel: Italy’s Lake Garda, Slovenia’s Lake Bled, and Switzerland’s Interlaken. Lake Garda offers a spacious, affordable alternative to the pricier Lake Como, with easy...

By Travel Off Path
Finish Strong: Power Through the Hardest Phase
SocialMay 9, 2026

Finish Strong: Power Through the Hardest Phase

Late base is the hardest part of the entire build. It's like mile 17-20 of the marathon. You're tired, the legs are no longer fresh, the finish line excitement is still a ways ahead & the start line excitement is long gone. Those...

By Alan Couzens
Gut Bacteria Species Are Actually Multiple Distinct Populations
SocialMay 9, 2026

Gut Bacteria Species Are Actually Multiple Distinct Populations

Your Gut Bacteria Are Not What Your Textbooks Said As a medical school professor, I've taught gut bacteria as a list of species. A new Nature paper says many of those "species" are actually multiple distinct populations. Nature, May 2026 (University of...

By Robert Lufkin, MD
SpaceX to Launch NASA's 34th Commercial Resupply Mission with 6,500‑lb Cargo to ISS
NewsMay 9, 2026

SpaceX to Launch NASA's 34th Commercial Resupply Mission with 6,500‑lb Cargo to ISS

SpaceX is set to launch NASA's 34th Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) flight in mid‑May, sending roughly 6,500 pounds of scientific hardware, crew provisions, and equipment aboard a Dragon capsule on a Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral. The mission sustains the...

By Pulse
Keep Your King: Never Give Up on Life
SocialMay 9, 2026

Keep Your King: Never Give Up on Life

Saw this video in TikTok and felt its powerful. Life it’s like a chess. You doesn’t fail if you lose a pawn, bishop or even the queen. You only fail if you lose the King. As long as you have...

By Curry Khoo
Atom‑Precise Quantum‑Dot Catalysts Achieve Near‑100% Ammonia Yield From Nitrate
NewsMay 9, 2026

Atom‑Precise Quantum‑Dot Catalysts Achieve Near‑100% Ammonia Yield From Nitrate

Researchers unveiled a curvature‑programmed catalyst—FeCu dual single‑atom protrusions on MoC quantum dots—that converts nitrate to ammonia with nearly 100% Faradaic efficiency, a 300 mV overpotential and 7.5 Wh g⁻¹ NH₃ energy use, merging pollutant removal with renewable energy storage.

By Pulse
IonQ Touted as Top Long‑Term Quantum Computing Stock Amid 755% Revenue Surge
NewsMay 9, 2026

IonQ Touted as Top Long‑Term Quantum Computing Stock Amid 755% Revenue Surge

IonQ was highlighted as the premier quantum‑computing stock for patient investors after reporting a 755% year‑over‑year revenue increase to nearly $65 million and raising its full‑year revenue outlook to $260‑$270 million. Analysts point to the company’s accuracy lead and its first 256‑qubit...

By Pulse
Into the Light
BlogMay 9, 2026

Into the Light

NASA’s Artemis II mission completed a historic lunar flyby, sending astronauts Victor Glover, Christina Koch, Jeremy Hansen and Reid Wiseman around the Moon and back—the first crewed deep‑space flight since Apollo 17. The 40‑minute communications blackout on the Moon’s far side highlighted the mission’s technical achievement...

By The Healthiest Goldfish
Schedule Rest Like Work to Protect Your Energy
SocialMay 9, 2026

Schedule Rest Like Work to Protect Your Energy

You don't have to earn your rest. You can just… take it. Summer has a funny way of reminding me of this. It feels like a natural reset button. But rest isn't a seasonal luxury. It's a year-round necessity. The key is making...

By Nir Eyal
Child's Meltdown Isn't Parenting Failure; Your Response Matters
SocialMay 9, 2026

Child's Meltdown Isn't Parenting Failure; Your Response Matters

Say it with me: My child having a meltdown in public isn't a reflection of my parenting. It's okay for my child to have a hard time. It doesn't have to mean anything about me. How I respond is what...

By Dr. Jazmine (The Mom Psychologist)
Sip Saturday
BlogMay 9, 2026

Sip Saturday

Sip Saturday is a weekly devotional written by Christian author M.H. Elrich, who also pens a fantasy series. The post reflects on Hebrews 4:3, arguing that God’s sovereign plan offers comfort amid life’s uncertainties. Elrich blends personal anecdotes with biblical...

By Daily Devotional For Women
Physicists Discover Quantum Particles that Break the Rules of Reality
NewsMay 9, 2026

Physicists Discover Quantum Particles that Break the Rules of Reality

Physicists from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology and the University of Oklahoma have theoretically identified a one‑dimensional system that can host anyons, particles that defy the traditional boson‑fermion classification. Their findings, published in Physical Review A, demonstrate that...

By ScienceDaily – Nanotechnology
How Much Creatine Should You Take for Brain Health?
NewsMay 9, 2026

How Much Creatine Should You Take for Brain Health?

Recent studies suggest that taking creatine at doses far above the traditional 3–5 grams—often 10 to 30 grams daily—can increase brain phosphocreatine, potentially enhancing cognition, mood, and resilience to sleep loss. The brain’s blood‑brain barrier limits creatine uptake, so higher circulating levels...

By Legion Athletics – Blog
Minnesota's Once-Thriving Ghost Town Was Abandoned Before Transforming Into A Scenic State Park
NewsMay 9, 2026

Minnesota's Once-Thriving Ghost Town Was Abandoned Before Transforming Into A Scenic State Park

Banning State Park in northern Minnesota occupies the site of a once‑thriving sandstone quarry town founded by William Banning in the 1890s. The quarry’s output dried up by 1912, prompting the town’s abandonment, and the state acquired the land in...

By Islands
Gen Alpha Kids Are Gaming More Than Ever—How to Protect Them From Online Predators
NewsMay 9, 2026

Gen Alpha Kids Are Gaming More Than Ever—How to Protect Them From Online Predators

Gen Alpha, now the largest cohort of gamers, sees 79% playing weekly, while a quarter of youth have faced sexual solicitation on gaming platforms. Platforms such as Roblox, Minecraft and Fortnite have introduced parental controls and reporting tools, yet experts...

By Parents
This Stoner Rock Band Helped a Legendary SNL Cast Member Revive an Iconic Character During Their Musical Guest Performance
NewsMay 9, 2026

This Stoner Rock Band Helped a Legendary SNL Cast Member Revive an Iconic Character During Their Musical Guest Performance

In 2005 Queens of the Stone Age appeared as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live’s 30th season, sharing the stage with host Will Ferrell. During their performance of “Little Sister,” Ferrell revived his Gene character from the classic Blue...

By VICE (Music)
NASA's Twin Voyager Spacecraft Are Very Low on Power After Nearly 50 Years. How Long Can They Keep Going?
NewsMay 9, 2026

NASA's Twin Voyager Spacecraft Are Very Low on Power After Nearly 50 Years. How Long Can They Keep Going?

NASA’s twin Voyager probes, launched in 1977, are now operating on roughly half their original 470‑watt power output, leaving only a few instruments active. A risky engineering maneuver dubbed the “Big Bang,” scheduled for mid‑2026, will swap heater devices to...

By Space.com
Oregon's High Desert Lake Is A Freshwater Escape With Fishing, Kayaking, And Birdwatching
NewsMay 9, 2026

Oregon's High Desert Lake Is A Freshwater Escape With Fishing, Kayaking, And Birdwatching

Upper Klamath Lake, Oregon’s 60,000‑acre high‑desert freshwater gem, remains largely undeveloped due to a seasonal cyanobacteria bloom that creates a brief foul odor each spring and summer. The bloom’s deterrent effect has preserved pristine shorelines, making the lake a premier...

By Islands
Should You Change Your Form When Running on the Treadmill Vs. Outdoors?
NewsMay 9, 2026

Should You Change Your Form When Running on the Treadmill Vs. Outdoors?

Running form on a treadmill should mirror outdoor form, according to USATF‑certified coach Kai Ng and Olympian coach John Henwood. The only notable difference is a slightly more upright posture on the moving belt, which occurs naturally. Both coaches warn that runners...

By Runners World
Cognitive Wear and Tear: The Subtle Drain of Daily Mental Effort
BlogMay 9, 2026

Cognitive Wear and Tear: The Subtle Drain of Daily Mental Effort

The article highlights how everyday mental effort creates invisible cognitive wear and tear, eroding focus, patience, and decision quality. It explains that tiny choices, constant task‑switching, and unfinished thoughts cumulatively drain mental energy, while passive scrolling fails to provide true...

By Little Reminder
Perfectionism Persists Even After Praise
SocialMay 9, 2026

Perfectionism Persists Even After Praise

My toxic trait is even if I'm told I did a good job, I'm still thinking about what I could have done better.

By Bernadette Joy Cruz Maulion
Breathe, Sunlight, Hydration
SocialMay 9, 2026

Breathe, Sunlight, Hydration

If your nervous system could talk, it would tell you that deep breaths, sunlight, and staying hydrated can really support your peace.

By Diego Perez (yung pueblo)
Hailey Bieber’s Teeny Tiny Micro Minidress Gets a Bold Keyhole Cutout
NewsMay 9, 2026

Hailey Bieber’s Teeny Tiny Micro Minidress Gets a Bold Keyhole Cutout

Hailey Bieber headlines Alaïa's latest campaign wearing a white micro minidress with a striking keyhole cutout. The dress is crafted from a thick, textured fabric, featuring a halter neckline, fitted waist, and flared hem. Bieber pairs the look with simple...

By The Fashion Spot
SIRT5 Crucial for Heart Health in Longevity Era
SocialMay 9, 2026

SIRT5 Crucial for Heart Health in Longevity Era

Unveiling the importance of SIRT5 for cardiac health and disease in an era of increasing longevity https://t.co/a8fXNPRIKp

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Cracker Celebrates 30 Years with Full Golden Age Tour
SocialMay 9, 2026

Cracker Celebrates 30 Years with Full Golden Age Tour

For the 30th Anniversary Cracker will be playing The Golden Age in its entirety: June 10th The Middle East Cambridge MA June 11th Sony Hall, NYC June 12th The State Theatre Falls Church June 14th Rams Head Annapolis MD https://t.co/i47tD7L5SL

By David Lowery
Desmond Morris: Controversial Thinker Who Redefined Human Evolution with The Naked Ape
NewsMay 9, 2026

Desmond Morris: Controversial Thinker Who Redefined Human Evolution with The Naked Ape

Desmond Morris, the controversial zoologist and author of The Naked Ape, reshaped public perception of human evolution by treating Homo sapiens as a “naked ape” whose behavior mirrors that of other primates. His 1967 bestseller combined scientific ethology with vivid...

By The Hindu – Books
Stop Wasting Hours Matching Sample IDs Across Assays
SocialMay 9, 2026

Stop Wasting Hours Matching Sample IDs Across Assays

1/ How many hours do bioinformaticians lose matching sample IDs across assays? Too many. And it’s avoidable. Let’s talk about why this happens—and how to stop it. https://t.co/wxR6DIMzPv

By Ming Tang
Make 1:1s Coaching, Not Data Collection
SocialMay 9, 2026

Make 1:1s Coaching, Not Data Collection

Great discussion on 1:1s in this thread. To all managers - make them about digging in with your team to help them, not getting you info

By Josh Elman
Barbra Streisand’s Style Through the Years: Her Sheer Arnold Scaasi Oscars Look and More
NewsMay 9, 2026

Barbra Streisand’s Style Through the Years: Her Sheer Arnold Scaasi Oscars Look and More

Barbra Streisand’s fashion journey, from her daring 1969 sheer Arnold Scaasi Oscars gown to a sleek 2018 Donna Karan suit, reflects a continual reinvention that mirrors her EGOT career. The article revisits iconic looks—including a 1976 tuxedo at A Star Is Born, a 1984 Dior...

By WWD
Robotic Massage Machine Offers 16‑Axis Relaxation
SocialMay 9, 2026

Robotic Massage Machine Offers 16‑Axis Relaxation

Meet the Fully #Robotic Massage Machine with 16 Axes of Relaxation by @MarioNawfal #HealthTech #TechForGood #Tech https://t.co/cyvYWKF337

By Ron van Loon
Believe in Your Idea; Change Strikes Suddenly
SocialMay 9, 2026

Believe in Your Idea; Change Strikes Suddenly

Change happens really slowly — then all at once.⁣ ⁣ You have to be the one who believes in your idea. Take feedback, make your story better — but the conviction has to come from you. https://t.co/oglWT77OBQ

By Jigar Shah
Shed Review
BlogMay 9, 2026

Shed Review

Steven J. Mihaljevich’s *Shed* is a micro‑budget horror film shot in two weeks, following 10‑year‑old Mia as she battles a deranged, alcoholic killer in a suburban shed on Christmas Eve. The story doubles as a study of child resilience, forcing...

By The People’s Movies
AI-Driven Method Creates Robust Clinical Trial Surrogate Markers
SocialMay 9, 2026

AI-Driven Method Creates Robust Clinical Trial Surrogate Markers

Super interesting via @oziadias & @DeanKateBaicker on an approach to generating robust surrogate markers, urgently needed but elusive, for clin trials, essentially via channeling the AI-enabled empiric analysis that I associate w PRS (cc @pnatarajanmd) https://t.co/FDP4Ym8ycC

By David Shaywitz, MD, PhD
Embroidery Imagines Alien Life in First Scientific Book
SocialMay 9, 2026

Embroidery Imagines Alien Life in First Scientific Book

Martian gargoyles and lunar fish – Chilean artist Alejandra Acosta's wondrous embroidered illustrations for this world's first scientific book envisioning life on other worlds https://t.co/KVeQhjQ2z0

By Maria Popova
Hitchcock’s ‘Vertigo’: The Unrelenting Male Gaze that Blurs the Lines Between Possession and Obsession
BlogMay 9, 2026

Hitchcock’s ‘Vertigo’: The Unrelenting Male Gaze that Blurs the Lines Between Possession and Obsession

Alfred Hitchcock’s 1959 film *Vertigo* was initially dismissed by critics for its implausible plot and James Stewart’s atypical role, but it has since risen to become the most‑voted greatest film of all time in the BFI Sight & Sound poll. The...

By Cinephilia & Beyond
Six Years In, Still Learning Writing From Cole
SocialMay 9, 2026

Six Years In, Still Learning Writing From Cole

Insane how much I still learn about the art of writing from Cole after nearly 6 years

By Dickie Bush
Persistence Beats Algorithms: Outlast 90% Quitters
SocialMay 9, 2026

Persistence Beats Algorithms: Outlast 90% Quitters

There's no secret algorithm. No hidden shortcut. No perfect time that lives in the past. You're going to post content that gets ignored. Crickets. No growth. No sales. If you can stomach this, you'll outlast 90% of people who quit when...

By Jon Brosio
She Was Suicidal and Calling Herself “Toby.” Last Night She Went to Prom... With a Boy
BlogMay 9, 2026

She Was Suicidal and Calling Herself “Toby.” Last Night She Went to Prom... With a Boy

Erin, a parent activist, shared on X that her child, once suicidal and identifying as a boy named Toby, attended prom with confidence after a tumultuous experience with a public‑school gender transition program. The post garnered 60,000 likes, reflecting widespread...

By Deskooled
A Beloved Indie Worrier Is Back, Chiller Than Ever
NewsMay 9, 2026

A Beloved Indie Worrier Is Back, Chiller Than Ever

Australian indie rocker Courtney Barnett has returned with her ninth studio album, “Creature of Habit,” after relocating to Los Angeles in 2024. The record deepens her trademark lo‑fi, self‑reflective songwriting, tackling anxiety and the paradox of creating art versus living it....

By The New York Times (Arts > Music)
Brain's Uniqueness Defies Purely Computational Consciousness Models
SocialMay 9, 2026

Brain's Uniqueness Defies Purely Computational Consciousness Models

"If the brain is not just a computer, then there’s little reason to believe that everything it does – including consciousness – can be abstracted away into the lifeless circuits of a digital computer." @anilkseth https://t.co/rqLMAYdAQR

By Dr. Dorothea Baur
People Are Putting Sesame Paste in Their Hair to Reverse Grey Hair – but Does It Really Work?
NewsMay 9, 2026

People Are Putting Sesame Paste in Their Hair to Reverse Grey Hair – but Does It Really Work?

A TikTok‑driven craze is urging users to blend black sesame into a paste and claim it can reverse or slow grey hair. The idea borrows from Traditional Chinese medicine, where black sesame is believed to support hair health through its...

By Netmums