My Top 10 Regrets From Raising My Kids
A father in his late 40s reflects on ten parenting regrets, ranging from not playing and reading with his children to neglecting his own relationship and hobbies. He argues that daily play, reading, shared chores, honest conversations, and regular walks foster stronger bonds and essential life skills. The piece also stresses the importance of maintaining adult relationships, visiting extended family, taking vacations, and sharing personal music tastes. He offers these lessons as actionable advice for new dads seeking a more balanced and intentional approach to parenting.
Redefining Balance: Prioritizing Kids Amid Work Chaos
This is the busiest that I’ve ever been work wise, and the next 6 months will be even crazier. Lately i’ve been closing my laptop more and stealing time for my kids individually. We take a few board games, hit...
Leenalchi Announce Luaka Bop Debut EP “Here Comes That Crow” & Share Title Track Video
Leenalchi, a Seoul‑based seven‑piece, announced its Luaka Bop debut EP “Here Comes That Crow,” releasing on June 12. The title track video, inspired by a pansori tale of warlord Cao Cao, showcases the band’s blend of traditional Korean storytelling with modern bass‑driven arrangements....
Your Brain Wants You to Be Happy.
The new book "Born to Flourish" by Richard Davidson and Cortland Dahl argues that flourishing is a set of trainable skills—awareness, connection, insight, and purpose—rooted in neuroplastic brain networks. Research shows that just five minutes of daily practice for 28...
Paul’s Gallery of the Month: Arcadia Missa
Arcadia Missa, founded by Rózsa Farkas in 2011 as a nonprofit project space in Peckham, has evolved into a commercial gallery with two floors near Bond Street. The gallery’s programming critiques traditional white‑cube conventions, emphasizing social change, gender politics, and...
BHN Spring 2026 Issue
The Spring 2026 issue of Behavioral Health News spotlights the expanding role of peer services across the behavioral health continuum. It features a collection of articles that examine peer integration in crisis response, outpatient programs, workplace mental health, and state‑level...
Lead Well: Self‑Care, Embrace Failure, Prioritize Family
3 reflections from this speaker on leadership: —If you want to be a good leader for others, you have to learn to take care of yourself —Be willing to fail more and take more risks, because if you want to get better...
High‑Intensity Training Linked to Greater Brain Atrophy in Seniors
🤔This study followed older adults for 9 years and found that those assigned to long-term high‑intensity interval training (HIIT) actually had slightly more hippocampal and thalamic atrophy than controls who just followed national physical activity guidelines, while higher baseline fitness...
Why Infrastructure Is the Key to Africa’s Long-Term Music Success: Guest Column
Afrobeats has propelled Sub‑Saharan Africa into the second‑fastest‑growing recorded music market in 2024, yet the region’s revenue per streaming user remains $1‑$2, far below Western benchmarks. Co‑founders Tom Russell and Y’akoto identify six structural gaps—low ARPU, weak rights collection, limited...
Emotional Intelligence Beats IQ in Predicting Youth Success
EQ, not IQ, is the greatest predictor of success for young people, both as students and later as graduates.
Re: Alzheimer’s Drugs Targeting Amyloid Do Not Produce Clinically Meaningful Effects, Concludes Cochrane Review
A recent Cochrane review concluded that amyloid‑targeting drugs for Alzheimer’s disease do not deliver clinically meaningful benefits, prompting disappointment among researchers, investors, and caregivers. In a BMJ rapid response, emeritus professors Elaine and Robert Perry argue that cholinergic therapy—available for...
Teen Suicide Comes Out of Hiding
Teen Suicide’s new album _Nude descending staircase headless_ marks the band’s first full‑studio effort, produced by Mike Sapone, and delivers a cleaner, heavier sound than their lo‑fi catalog. After a dozen years with Run for Cover Records, Sam and Kitty Ray...
Andrew Cranston’s Paintings of Dreamlike Domesticity
British painter Andrew Cranston reveals how a round of golf sparked a fresh take on landscape, echoing the depth of Bruegel while grounding his work in contemporary domesticity. His latest series, titled “I’m Going in a Field,” showcases six dreamlike...
Can Bicycling Help You Become a SuperAger?
A 2024 Journal of Neuroscience study links superior white‑matter microstructure to the remarkable memory of SuperAgers—people 80+ whose cognition rivals that of those in their 50s. Researchers interviewed cyclists aged 80‑90 who exemplify this group, noting their mobility, social connections,...
Above Me Share Monolith Single
Above Me, an emerging noise‑rock outfit, will release its debut LP "Soften the Blows" on May 1 through Dandy Boy Records. Their newest single pairs bending guitar ambience with Teenage Fanclub‑style fuzz‑pop, marrying shoegaze distortion with a softer melodic core. The...
How to Handle a Velcro Kid
The article defines a “Velcro kid” as a child who clings to parents for safety, often triggered by moves, trauma, or developmental changes. It outlines the downsides of prolonged dependence, including parental burnout, weakened coping skills, and marital stress. Practical...
The 5 Most Underrated U.S. Getaways For A Cooler Summer Escape
Travel Off Path highlights five underrated U.S. destinations that stay cool in summer, offering alternatives to hot beach hotspots. The list includes Jackson Hole, WY; Del Mar, CA; Cannon Beach, OR; Lake Jocassee, SC; and Summersville, WV, each with outdoor activities and high...
Black. Single. Mother.: The Mother Of It All
Roxane Gay’s April 21, 2026 essay, “Black. Single. Mother.: The Mother Of It All,” examines the lived realities of Black single mothers, weaving personal reflection with broader social analysis. The piece highlights systemic barriers—such as wage gaps, limited childcare access,...
What Should My Macros Be? Your Nutrition Questions Answered
The article breaks down how to calculate personal macronutrient ratios, citing USDA guidelines of 45‑65% carbs, 10‑35% protein, and 10‑35% fat. It illustrates a sample 1,600‑calorie plan that translates to 160 g carbs, 120 g protein, and 53 g fat, and explains how...
Spotting Biases Saves Millions in Agribusiness Decisions
Cognitive Biases and Improved Decision Making for Agribusiness Leaders ◼︎◼︎◼︎ A cognitive bias is a systematic pattern of deviation from rational judgment. It's a predictable way our brains diverge from effective reasoning when processing information, evaluating risk, or making decisions. I believe understanding...
Is Art Good for Your Health?
Daisy Fancourt’s new book *Art Cure* argues that regular arts experiences can improve mental health, boost neuroplasticity, and even increase the likelihood of meeting dietary guidelines, citing a range of epidemiological studies. The author claims that creative engagement halves the...
5 Essential Habits I’ve Embraced as I Approach 50 to Keep Running Strong
Colin McSherry, a senior art director at Runner’s World, shares five habits he’s adopted as he nears 50 to keep running sustainably. He emphasizes a proper warm‑up, building a solid base before speed work, smart recovery using foam rollers and TENS devices,...
The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Nearly 20)
Wired’s product team tasted and evaluated nearly 20 electrolyte powders, tablets, drops and chews, publishing a ranked list of the best options for athletes, hangover relief, and everyday hydration. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier emerged as the overall winner, praised for its...
Sun Pharma’s ‘Heart Ke Liye 8’ Campaign Crosses 24.1 Million Views
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries’ "Heart ke Liye 8 – Making India Heart Strong" campaign has amassed 24.1 million views since its February launch, leveraging YouTube, Meta, connected TV and health‑tech platforms to promote eight daily habits for cardiovascular wellness. The initiative dovetails...
Merck, Eisai’s Keytruda Triplet Fails to Improve Survival in Kidney Cancer
Merck and Eisai announced that their Phase 3 LITESPARK‑012 trial of a three‑drug regimen—Keytruda, Welireg and Lenvima—failed to improve overall survival or progression‑free survival in first‑line renal cell carcinoma. The control arm received the approved Keytruda‑Lenvima doublet, which also did not...
TOP GUN and MAVERICK Return to Cinemas - New Trailer and Posters
Disney is re‑launching the 1986 classic Top Gun and its 2022 sequel Top Gun: Maverick in UK and ROI cinemas for a limited one‑week run starting May 13, marking the original film’s 40th anniversary. New trailers and posters have been released to promote the...
Black Doulas, Maternal Health, and the Erasure We've Never Talked About
The episode explores the centuries‑old role of Black doulas and midwives—tracing their roots to West African traditions and their dominance in U.S. births from the 1600s through the early 20th century. It explains how the medicalization of childbirth shifted care...
One Great Poem to Read Today: Allen Ginsberg’s “A Supermarket in California”
Literary Hub’s daily‑poem series for National Poetry Month recommends Allen Ginsberg’s “A Supermarket in California.” The piece imagines Walt Whitman wandering a modern supermarket, blending high‑brow philosophy with everyday grocery imagery. The article highlights the poem’s catchy lines and its...
Relentless Habits Turn You Into a Millionaire
Build the right habits and WEALTH is inevitable. The right habits: - Self-educating relentlessly - Tracking your money relentlessly - Proactively growing income relentlessly - Paying off all high interest debt relentlessly - Investing in index funds every week relentlessly Do this...
Beatles Added Gibberish Loop to Sgt. Pepper's Final Groove
On this day in 1967, The Beatles completed their soon-to-be released album by recording a loop of gibberish and noise to follow "A Day in the Life" in the run-out groove. They called it 'Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band'....
Waterfront Condo Sets New Hoboken Record with $4.8M Sale
A waterfront condo at 1500 Hudson Street in Hoboken sold for $4.75 million, setting a new city record. The 3,000‑square‑foot unit, featuring four bedrooms, four baths and central air, fetched roughly $1,500 per square foot. Hoboken’s median home price climbed 23%...
2026 on Track for Second‑warmest Year, 1.47°C Above Pre‑industrial
Global temperatures in 2026 are on track to be the second warmest on record, at around 1.47C above preindustrial levels across the five different records assessed by Carbon Brief. Read more in our latest State of the Climate update for...
Self‑Anger Sparks Insight and Growth in Coaching
When a client gets angry at himself for a setback, it is an integral part of the process & it creates opportunities for insight & improvement.
Delta Announces Next Generation Of Delta One Suites – ‘Incomparable Sleep At 30,000 Feet’
Delta Air Lines announced that its next‑generation Delta One suites will debut on new Airbus A350‑1000 aircraft in 2027, with parallel upgrades slated for its A330‑200 and A330‑300 fleet. The redesigned cabins feature longer lie‑flat seats, memory‑foam cushions, Missoni bedding,...
APOE Ε4 Predicts Early Cognitive Decline in Midlife Adults
APOE ε4 and Accelerated Cognitive Decline Among Cognitively Healthy Middle-Aged and Older Adults 🗣️” In this study, APOE ε4 carrier status was associated with early cognitive decline, highlighting midlife risk awareness and lifestyle interventions, while non-APOE polygenic risk may require longer...
Skipping Nightly Brain Cleansing Compounds Mental Fatigue
“Night after night, if you’re not cleansing the brain, it becomes like compounding interest on a loan, that it continues to escalate time and time again, night after night. “ — Dr. Matthew Walker Listen to my interview with sleep expert Dr....
WWG26 Armchair Picks: Robin’s Top 3 From New Releases
Watches & Wonders Geneva 2026 showcased a mix of bold and safe releases, with three standout pieces selected by the author. Rolex unveiled the Oyster Perpetual 36 featuring a colorful “Jubilee” dial, while Cartier introduced the Privé Crash Skeleton in...
Replacing Personal Care Products Cuts Plastic Chemical Excretion
A randomized trial to reduce plastic exposure in food and daily life shows marked impact for reducing plastic-associated chemical (PAC) excretion. Personal care product replacement lowered an important one, MBzP https://t.co/qGGTVqf952 https://t.co/yVR4YYLKkt
Bill Withers' 1973 Carnegie Hall Live Album Endures
On this day in 1973, Bill Withers released 'Live at Carnegie Hall', featuring "Ain’t No Sunshine," "Use Me," and "Lean on Me." Still one of the greatest live albums ever recorded. https://t.co/pkrOvoIOAn
This Buzzy Seattle Coffee Shop Is Blending Hawaiian And Korean Flavors In A New Way
Orange Goose Coffee, a Hawaiian‑Korean‑inspired concept that began as a pop‑up in 2024, opened a permanent brick‑and‑mortar location in Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood in March 2026. Founder Polu Arsiga hand‑built the interior and curates a menu of espresso drinks featuring in‑house...
Copying Classics Reveals Your Unique Writing Voice
Hunter S. Thompson copied The Great Gatsby by hand "to see what it felt like to write a great American novel." And his own style was completely different. Just shows how useful it can be to study and try other styles, in...
Somatic Practices Surge as Companies Turn to Body‑Based Burnout Relief
Somatic training firms are landing corporate contracts as firms replace traditional therapy with body‑based programs to fight burnout. Nahid de Belgeonne’s Human Method reports a flood of CEOs, judges and senior managers seeking the 12‑week Soothe Programme, while data from...
Ancient Utu Wisdom Offers a Spiritual Path Beyond Binary Politics
A This is Africa long‑read argues that the African philosophy of Utu/Ubuntu provides a spiritual framework to reject binary loyalty tests imposed by the US‑Israel‑Iran war. By holding both truths—condemning violence while exposing governance failures—the tradition offers a path for...
Earth’s Day May Reach 25 Hours in 200 Million Years as Rotation Slows
Researchers calculate that Earth’s rotation is decelerating by about 2.3 milliseconds per century, a rate that could produce a 25‑hour day in roughly 200 million years. The slowdown stems from tidal friction with the Moon and is compounded by climate‑driven and...
CBS4's Medical Myth Busters Dispel Five Popular Metabolism Myths
CBS4's "Medical Myth Busters" aired a new segment that dismantled five widely held misconceptions about metabolism, referencing recent peer‑reviewed research. The piece aims to correct public misunderstanding and guide healthier dietary choices.
Bibliometric Review Maps 15 Years of Children’s Screen‑Time Research, Spotlights Gaps
Researchers at Malaysia’s Multimedia University published a bibliometric analysis of 628 Scopus papers covering 2010‑2025, uncovering rapid growth in screen‑time studies, health‑risk focus, and a stark under‑representation of parenting and faith‑based perspectives. The findings call for a more diverse evidence...
Whitby Lobster Hatchery Holds Third Annual Blessing, Marks Record Year
The Whitby Lobster Hatchery hosted its third annual blessing on April 9, drawing fishermen, volunteers and officials to the Marine Discovery Centre. The ceremony highlighted a record 20,000 juvenile lobsters released in 2025 and set a goal of 100,000 releases...
Vogue Business Launches Real‑Time People Moves Tracker for Luxury Fashion and Beauty
Vogue Business has rolled out a People Moves Tracker, a live database that records executive appointments and departures across the fashion and beauty sectors. The tool aims to give brands, investors and analysts instant visibility into leadership shifts that shape...
Beth Orton Unveils New Album ‘The Ground Above’ and Lead Single ‘Waiting’
British folk‑rock veteran Beth Orton announced her first album in four years, “The Ground Above”, slated for release on June 26. The record arrives with the lead single “Waiting”, a song she describes as a celebration of leaving fear‑driven stagnation....
Brad Wilcox to Speak on Plummeting Marriage and Birth Rates Among Young Adults
The University of Notre Dame announced that Brad Wilcox, a distinguished professor at UVA and senior fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, will deliver a lecture on April 23, 2026, examining the steep decline in marriage and childbearing among...