How My Kid Went From Super Picky Eater to Foodie: My 5 Step Plan
Pediatric OT Alisha Grogan launches a three‑part series sharing a five‑step plan that turned her own son from a gag‑inducing picky eater into a confident foodie. Drawing on her early‑intervention work with over 20 children weekly, she outlines practical, low‑pressure strategies—routine, cause identification, variety expansion, and menu extras—backed by the Mealtime Works program. The approach targets underlying sensory or medical issues often mis‑labeled as typical picky phases, aiming to prevent escalation to disorders like ARFID. Grogan’s personal narrative underscores the urgency for parents to act early rather than wait for children to “grow out” of the problem.
Review: Women of Sin - Doxumentale 2026
Noufissa Charaï’s documentary *Women of Sin* follows Moroccan activist Karima Nadir as she battles the country’s restrictive Family Code and penal article 490, which criminalises extramarital sex. The film, premiered at Berlin’s Doxumentale, intertwines Nadir’s personal life with her public advocacy, highlighting protests,...
Reviewing What Is Known of the Natural Rejuvenation Taking Place During Reproduction
Recent research highlights that mammalian oocytes possess a built‑in rejuvenation program that resets biological age, allowing offspring to begin life biologically young even when derived from aged parents. The article reviews how epigenetic reprogramming, mitochondrial quality control, and proteostasis cooperate...
Towards Small Molecule PAI-1 Inhibitors to Slow Aging
A rare inherited loss‑of‑function mutation in the PAI‑1 gene is associated with roughly a seven‑year increase in human lifespan, highlighting the protein’s role in aging. PAI‑1 drives senescence, fibrosis, metabolic dysfunction, and immune dysregulation, prompting biotech firms to pursue small‑molecule...
Workout of the Week: Rob Krar’s Man Maker
Rob Krar’s “Man Maker” is an intense hill workout that consists of eight three‑minute uphill repeats at a hard effort (8/10) on a 6‑8% grade, with 90‑second walk/jog recoveries. The session is designed for ultrarunners and other endurance athletes seeking...
Berlin-Based Baby Smith Share New Single ‘Walkie Talkie’
Berlin‑based indie duo Baby Smith, the project of Australian expats Ray Sonder and Saxon Gable, has dropped their new single “Walkie Talkie.” The track serves as a preview for their debut album “Lately, Love Is Dead,” slated for release on...
Friction Stir Welding Boosts LPBF Copper Performance
Researchers at Politecnico di Torino and CIM showed that friction stir welding can join LPBF‑produced CuNiSiCr copper plates, virtually eliminating the ~7 % porosity typical of as‑built material. The weld zone reached hardness up to 170 HV and tensile strength of 235‑245 MPa,...
Physical Activity and Metabolic Rates in Humans (Paper March/April 2026)
The March/April 2026 review “Physical activity and metabolic rates in humans” evaluates how exercise reshapes whole‑body energy use by contrasting three frameworks: the additive model, the stress/EPOC model, and the constrained‑energy model. By dissecting longitudinal and cross‑sectional data, the authors argue...
Rethinking Insulin Resistance in Aging: A Reserve-Oriented Clinical Framework (Paper July 2026)
A new reserve‑oriented framework redefines insulin resistance in older adults, emphasizing muscle quality, mitochondrial health, and functional biomarkers over simple weight loss. The paper outlines actionable interventions—including SGLT2 inhibitors, senolytic fisetin, intranasal insulin, nicotinamide riboside, and weekly semaglutide—each supported by...
The Art of Defying Organizational Drift
Steve Goldbach and Geoff Tuff discuss their new book *Hone: How Purposeful Leaders Defy Drift*, the third in a trilogy that moves from bold action (*Detonate*) to managing exponential change (*Provoke*) to shaping behavior through system design. They define organizational...
Tongue (2025) by Lim Da-Seul Short Film Review
"Tongue" (2025), directed by Lim Da‑seul, is a Korean short that premiered at the Short Shorts Film Festival and Asia. The film follows a wife who, driven to desperation by her husband’s relentless whining, commits a shocking act of violence....
Brainfood: Diversity of Oats, Cotton, Sugarcane, Rice, Amaranthus, Vegetables, Agroforestry, Value Chains
A wave of genome‑wide studies is charting the genetic diversity of major and under‑utilized crops—from oat, cotton and sugarcane to rice, amaranth, and vegetable species. The research uncovers population structures, domestication bottlenecks, and trait‑linked genes that can fuel next‑generation breeding....
#395 – Brain Lipidology: Understanding APOE, Cholesterol Homeostasis, Alzheimer’s Disease Risk, and the Effects of Lipid-Lowering Therapies on Brain Health |...
In a deep‑dive episode of The Drive, lipidologist Tom Dayspring explains how the brain’s cholesterol system operates largely independent of peripheral lipoproteins. He outlines the roles of apoB, apoA‑I and especially apoE in cholesterol transport, and how APOE genotype drives...
GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Reshape Our Desires and Emotions
GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, originally hailed for controlling hunger and weight, are now shown to affect brain regions tied to emotion, motivation, and reward. Early studies suggest these drugs may alter addiction pathways, cognition, and neurodegenerative processes. Simultaneously, anecdotal...
BYD Teases New Flagship Sedan as Premium Market Push Accelerates
Chinese EV maker BYD unveiled camouflage images of its upcoming D‑class flagship sedan, tentatively called Dahan, completing the premium Dynasty lineup alongside the Datang SUV. The Datang, priced between $36,970 and $47,340, amassed over 100,000 pre‑orders within two weeks, signaling...
Imeglimin. A New and Novel Drug Thats Better than Metformin
Imeglimin, a novel dual‑action glucose‑lowering agent, shows modest HbA1c reductions of 0.1–0.3% in patients with baseline pre‑diabetes levels. Recent trials reveal the drug prolongs erythrocyte lifespan, which can mask true glycemic improvements when relying solely on HbA1c. Alternative markers such...
An Old Antidepressant Just Extended Mouse Lifespan by 17%. Here's Why Calcium May Be the Hidden Clock of Aging
A 2023 pre‑clinical study reported that the old antidepressant mianserin increased median lifespan by roughly 17% in mice, an effect linked to reduced intracellular calcium‑driven S100A6 accumulation. Using FDA body‑surface‑area scaling, the mouse dose (10 mg/kg i.p.) translates to an oral...
Using AI for Health and Longevity and Research - Your Favorite Prompts
Investigative reporting confirms that DermCeutical’s EDL product is powered by eriodictyol, a flavanone synthesized on Debut Biotechnology’s cell‑free enzymatic platform rather than extracted from plants. The ingredient, listed as INCI “Eriodictyol” (CAS 552‑58‑9), drives autophagy activation, reduces IL‑1β and IL‑6, and...
I Spy with My Little Eye (2026) TriBeCa Film Festival
Alisa Kolosova’s debut feature I Spy With My Little Eye opens the Tribeca Film Festival’s International Narrative Competition, offering a measured meditation on grief, friendship, and post‑loss responsibility. The German drama follows childhood friends Yalda and Lou as they sort...
Saikai Paradise (2025) by Keiko Tsuruoka Film Review
Japanese indie drama "Saikai Paradise" by director Keiko Tsuruoka is now screening at the Nippon Connection festival after runs in Vancouver and Tokyo. The 72‑minute film follows disillusioned actor Kazu as he returns to his hometown in Nagasaki, using a...
'Poor Stylists Just Haven’t Read the Right Books Yet'
The post, part two of an interview with author Andrew Krivak, explores why many writers struggle with style, blaming market pressures, publishing trends, and limited exposure to exemplary literature rather than MFA training. Krivak argues that agents and editors prioritize...
Lassonde Art Trail Opens on Toronto’s Waterfront with Major Public Art Programme
The Lassonde Art Trail, Canada’s most ambitious open‑air public‑art destination, opened its 2026 season on Toronto’s waterfront, stretching over four kilometres through Biidaasige Park on the newly created island Ookwemin Minising. The inaugural program features 17 sculptures, including 11 new...
Submit You Essays and Become a Co-Author in My Publication!
Hasif, the creator behind the Substack publication "Postcards by Hasif," has opened its August collaboration window, inviting readers to submit 500‑600‑word personal essays. Each month he selects four to five contributors, writes a 500‑word response, and publishes the joint piece...
The Siege of Paradise (2026) TriBeCa Film Festival
At the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival, Gar O’Rourke’s documentary "The Siege of Paradise" examines how the Cinque Terre region has become a battleground between local authenticity and algorithm‑driven tourism. The film follows residents, business owners, and officials as the five villages,...
As Above, So Below Brings Oceanic Intelligence to Venice Biennale
One Ocean Foundation and ZEITGEIST19 have launched "As Above, So Below," a landmark group exhibition and interdisciplinary research project staged as a collateral event of the 61st Venice Biennale. Curated by Elizabeth Zhivkova and Farah Piriye Coene, the show occupies...
Book Review: “The Adjunct” By Maria Adelmann
Maria Adelmann’s 2026 novel *The Adjunct* offers a bleak, first‑person portrait of an adjunct professor navigating sub‑minimum wages, crushing debt, and precarious contracts. The narrative contrasts Sam’s survival anxiety with her former advisor Tom’s comfortable tenure‑track position, highlighting gendered power...
The Ram Dass Prompt: How to Code Spiritual Awareness Into Your Business
The post introduces Kai, an open‑source AI assistant that runs locally and acts as a digital mirror for solopreneurs. By loading a series of custom prompts—ranging from a "Chief Clarity Officer" persona to an autonomous heartbeat—it helps users detect ego‑driven...
Improving Leadership Maturity
Leadership maturity is framed as the ability to ask the right questions, regulate emotions, and make values‑driven decisions that guide teams through complexity. The article outlines how mature leaders amplify talent, build credibility, and foster cultures that attract high performers....
Weekly Neuroscience Update
This week’s neuroscience roundup showcases a wave of studies linking lifestyle, environmental, and physiological factors to brain health. A machine‑learning‑driven coaching program nearly doubled remission rates for mild‑to‑moderate depression, while early multidisciplinary concussion care accelerated recovery. Research also revealed that...
My Top 30 Songs for June 7-13, 2026
Death Cab for Cutie’s single “Riptides” jumps to #1 on the weekly Top 30, propelling their newly released album *I Built You a Tower* into the streaming spotlight. Five new tracks entered the chart, including debut entries from Ships Have Sailed, Beck,...
The Commencement Speech I'd Actually Give: 40 Rules for the Real World
Steve Magness, George Mason University’s alumni of the year, published a "cheat‑sheet" commencement speech that distills 40 practical rules for navigating the real world. He frames the list with a personal story about entering graduate school without a plan, leveraging...
$1.1 Million Brabus Bodo V12 Spotted in Monaco on F1 Race Weekend
German tuner Brabus unveiled its flagship Bodo V12 last month, a limited‑run supercar priced at roughly $1.1 million. The vehicle was photographed cruising the streets of Monaco during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend, showcasing its all‑black styling and distinctive LED side...
Blood Testing & Biomarker Profiling Clinical Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
2026 clinical standards shift blood testing from reactive panels to high‑resolution, predictive biomarker profiling for longevity medicine. Strong evidence now prioritizes ApoB and Lp(a) for atherosclerotic risk, fasting insulin for early metabolic syndrome, and hs‑CRP for vascular inflammation, while liquid...
Holly Humberstone Re-Imagines Second Album Cruel World With Four Track EP
British singer‑songwriter Holly Humberstone has issued a four‑track EP that reimagines selections from her Interscope‑released second album, Cruel World. The EP presents fresh arrangements of “White Noise,” “Red Chevy,” “Cruel World” and “To Love Somebody.” Concurrently, she announced a North...
Rapamycin (Sirolimus) Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
The 2026 Clinical Evidence Guide positions rapamycin as the most validated geroprotector, recommending a weekly 3‑8 mg pulse to trigger autophagy while sparing mTORC2 and avoiding insulin resistance. Metformin remains a cornerstone for glucose control and modest longevity benefits, yet its...
MOTS-C Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
MOTS‑c, a mitochondrial‑derived peptide, is being positioned as a potent exercise mimetic that activates AMPK, reverses insulin resistance, and boosts skeletal‑muscle endurance. Preclinical models demonstrate complete prevention of diet‑induced obesity, dramatic endurance gains, and protection against osteopenia. Human data remain...
GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
GHK‑Cu, an endogenous copper‑binding tripeptide, is now classified under 2026 medical standards as a systemic epigenetic modulator, not just a cosmetic agent. Clinical consensus rates its collagen‑boosting effect as stronger than Vitamin C and tretinoin, while also showing moderate evidence for...
BMW Skytop Worth over Half a Million Dollars Delivered in Exclusive Fashion
BMW has begun delivering the ultra‑rare Skytop, one of only 50 units produced, to its first owner. The handover took place in BMW Welt’s exclusive, closed‑door Privacy Room, underscoring the brand’s bespoke delivery experience. Built on the M8 platform, the two‑door...
Matt Kaeberlein's New Longevity Science Podcast / Youtube Channel (May, 2026)
Matt Kaeberlein launched a new longevity‑focused podcast and YouTube channel in May 2026, using the platform to warn clinicians and consumers about the growing gray market for unapproved mitochondrial activators. The inaugural episode contrasts historic DNP tragedies with today’s synthetic pan‑ERR...
Glycation - A Deep Dive Into Genetic Pathways for Actionable Insights
An in‑depth personal whole‑genome analysis of the glycation pathway identifies a dominant methylglyoxal‑detoxification bottleneck driven by GLO1 risk variants, partially offset by a protective AGER (RAGE) genotype. The report prioritizes high‑impact, genotype‑agnostic supplements—benfotiamine and sulforaphane—to boost upstream flux control and...
Best Biomarkers and New Biological Age, Bortz Blood Age Calculator (Free)
The Bortz Biological Age Clock, built on UK Biobank data from over 306,000 participants, leverages 25 blood biomarkers to estimate physiological age. Using an elastic‑net Cox regression and an actuarial conversion, the model achieves a concordance index of 0.778, surpassing...
Dasatinib and Quercetin as Senolytic May Cause Brain Damage
Dr. Natalia Mitten argues that total white‑blood‑cell counts mask age‑related immune shifts, making high‑resolution profiling of T‑cell p16^INK4a and TCF7 essential for assessing Immune Resilience (IR). Her SapereX "Hexagon" model links six immune domains to a composite Immune Longevity Score,...
David Vélez ~ The River Calder
Composer David Vélez has issued a physical release titled “The River Calder,” accompanied by Lina Velandia’s line‑drawn illustrations. The 70‑minute sound work derives from two months of field recordings that have already been presented in three international installations. It weaves...
Boards of Canada :: Inferno
Scottish electronic duo Boards of Canada broke a decade‑plus silence with their new album Inferno, a release that feels more like a philosophical sci‑fi narrative than a club‑floor record. The record leans into ambient textures, field recordings, and fragmented melodies,...
Aanikoobijigan - Jennie Kermode - 20360
Adam and Zack Khalil’s documentary Aanikoobijigan, retitled Ancestor, captured the 2026 ImagineNative Best Documentary award. The film examines centuries‑old colonial grave robbing, focusing on the theft of Indigenous human remains and artifacts. By framing the story through the Anishinaabe concept...
Is Navy The New Black? And Other Important Questions I Have About Summer Fashion This Year
Last week the author covered Miami Swim Week, where top swim and resort brands showcased their latest collections on South Beach. Runway footage revealed a surprising dominance of neutral, earth‑tone and monochromatic looks, challenging the usual summer palette of bright...
Impact of Bay Area Book Festival 2026
The Bay Area Book Festival 2026 convened authors, readers, publishers, and community groups in Berkeley for a weekend of readings, panels, and workshops. The event featured a diverse program ranging from fiction and nonfiction talks to youth and family activities,...
Fused Nanofiber Aerogel for Deployable Spacecraft Insulation
Researchers have created a covalently fused nanofiber aerogel, BC‑PVSQ, that preserves the ultra‑light, porous structure of traditional aerogels while adding remarkable mechanical resilience. The material maintains 98.8% porosity, a density of 16.1 mg cm⁻³, and a thermal conductivity of 27 mW m⁻¹ K⁻¹. Laboratory tests...
X-Ray Telescopes on a Satellite Can Map the Moon's Surface Chemistry in a Few Years
Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have simulated a lightweight, sub‑10 kg X‑ray fluorescence telescope that could be mounted on a lunar orbiter to map the Moon’s surface chemistry. The model shows that a single instrument can produce a global map of...
10 Fun Things to Do in Wynwood, Miami (Where to Eat, Drink & Stay)
Wynwood has morphed from a warehouse zone into Miami’s premier creative district, anchored by the 80,000‑sq‑ft Wynwood Walls street‑art museum. The neighborhood now hosts a cluster of niche museums, craft breweries, diverse eateries, and upscale rooftop bars that attract both...