“This Bitter Earth… May Not Be so Bitter After All.”
Brother Dinh Thanh recounts a recent pilgrimage in Vietnam that follows Thich Nhat Hanh’s footsteps, centering on the Root Temple of Tu Hieu and the forest of Phuong Boi. He uses the classic song “This Bitter Earth” to illustrate the tension between life’s suffering and the possibility of sweetness through mindfulness. The narrative weaves personal reflections on impermanence, compassion, and the interbeing taught by Thich Nhat Hanh. It concludes that embracing the present moment can transform a bitter world into a more compassionate one.
Zepeto Teams up with Bratz Dolls on Digital Runway
Zepeto, the avatar‑centric social platform with over 400 million users, announced a partnership with iconic fashion doll brand Bratz. The collaboration will launch the "Bratz × Zepeto Contest" on March 20, running four weeks with a fresh fashion theme each week. Participants can dress...
For CEOs, It’s Time for a Wartime Mindset
CEOs are urged to adopt a wartime mindset, using scenario planning to navigate heightened geopolitical uncertainty, especially the Iran‑Israel conflict and volatile oil markets. The practice, pioneered by Shell in the 1970s, proved valuable during the oil embargo and is...
Forget the Scandinavian Sleep Hack – the Dutch Method Is the Latest Sleep Trend Going Viral
Viral sleep trends have shifted from the Scandinavian two‑duvet hack to the Dutch method, which encourages opening blinds or curtains to welcome natural light each morning. The approach leverages early light exposure to reset the circadian clock, potentially enhancing mood,...
Review: Jetboil Flash 1.8L Stove System (New in 2026)
The 2026 Jetboil Flash 1.8 L stove system adds a larger pot, silicone‑covered folding handles, and a thermochromic window to Jetboil’s classic all‑in‑one design. Weighing 18.8 oz, it boils 1 L of water in about four minutes and costs roughly $165, undercutting the comparable...
False Online Posts Fuel Self-Diagnosis, Says Study
Researchers from the University of East Anglia and NHS Norfolk and Suffolk examined 5,057 social‑media posts and found high rates of misinformation about ADHD and autism, especially on TikTok. The study reported 52% of ADHD‑related TikTok videos and 41% of...
Leila Bordreuil + Kali Malone – Music for Intersecting Planes
Leila Bordreuil and organist Kali Malone have released the collaborative LP “Music for Intersecting Planes,” blending cello, feedback, organ, and sine‑wave drones. The record juxtaposes Bordreuil’s chaotic, feedback‑laden textures with Malone’s slow‑moving, ecclesiastical organ meditations, creating a push‑pull tension that...
Introducing: The Dominique Renaud Pulse60 — A Slow-Swinging 1Hz Watch With A Human Heartbeat
Dominique Renaud’s HHDR brand has unveiled the Pulse 60, a 40 mm watch that beats at 1 Hz, mirroring a resting human heart. The timepiece features a 20 mm balance wheel with ultra‑amplitude swing, a hand‑wound BUA2024 calibre, and a torque‑indicator at 3 o’clock. It...
If You Have A Record Player, Then You Need to Be 'Vinyl Styling' — Here's How to Do It Like...
Design‑forward interiors are embracing analog listening, prompting homeowners to showcase vinyl collections as décor. Trend expert Victoria Robinson outlines five vinyl‑styling strategies—from gallery‑wall displays to curated bar carts—that turn album covers into visual statements. The tips emphasize thoughtful curation, complementary...
ZOE ROSEGOLD: The Quantum Architect of Sound and Soul
Zoe Rosegold’s ZOE UNIVERSE redefines music production by starting with artists’ lyrics and emotional intent, creating bespoke sonic blueprints through hour‑long visual consultations. The boutique firm guarantees full master ownership and 90% publishing rights, while delivering Atmos‑ready, sync‑licensed tracks for...
From ‘Blade Runner’ to Manga, a New Hong Kong Dining Spot Is a Retro Fantasy Land
Genso, a new two‑floor dining hub inside Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Sha Tin Racecourse, is the latest creation of Joyce Wang Studio. The venue fuses retro‑futuristic design with Hong Kong’s neon signage, manga motifs and Blade Runner‑inspired lighting. The lower...
AILEEN JUDAN-JIAO: Breaking Barriers at IBM Philippines
Aileen Judan‑Jiao became IBM Philippines’ first homegrown Filipina president and country general manager in 2018, overseeing an 89‑year‑old operation. Her three‑decade IBM career progressed from systems engineer to executive, now steering cloud, AI and security services for clients undergoing rapid...
5 Bedroom Mistakes That Will Always Disturb Your Sleep in Spring — And How Experts Overcome Them
Spring’s shifting temperatures and longer daylight expose common bedroom missteps that can sabotage sleep. Experts Natalie Hasseck and Kenny Timper warn that over‑layering bedding, neglecting a seasonal reset, turning nightstands into charging stations, using overly vibrant colors, and allowing light...
Evenly Lit, Not Overlit: Rethinking Brightness in Subtropical Cities
In subtropical Asian cities such as Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Guangzhou, western‑facing sunlight is increasingly seen as a source of glare, heat and visual fatigue. Architects and interior designers are moving away from the default strategy of flooding spaces with downlights,...
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[Comment] Offline: Intelligence Does Not Prevent Stupidity
Giuliano da Empoli’s 2022 novel *The Wizard of the Kremlin* imagines a former Putin aide recounting the leader’s evolution from intelligence officer to autocrat. Through the fictional advisor Vadim Baranov, the book draws a stark contrast between a West driven...
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[Comment] Physiologically Guided CABG in Valve Surgery
Fractional flow reserve (FFR) provides a more precise physiological assessment of coronary lesions than angiography alone, and its wire‑based use has improved PCI outcomes. Angiography‑derived FFR extends this functional insight without pressure wires, showing strong correlation with invasive measurements. In...
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[Comment] Should We Keep Pushing a High Fluid Intake in Kidney Stones?
High fluid intake remains the cornerstone for preventing kidney stones, yet patient adherence is consistently low. Systematic reviews and a recent 2026 randomized trial confirm that adequate hydration reduces stone recurrence, but practical, behavioral, and environmental barriers limit real‑world effectiveness....
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[Editorial] Making Treatment for Obesity More Equitable
2026 could be a watershed year for obesity treatment as GLP‑1 receptor agonists cement their role after a decade of clinical success. The global market for weight‑loss drugs is forecast to hit US$150 billion by 2035, reflecting soaring demand. More than...
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs as CEO
Zimmermann announced Roberto Eggs as its new chief executive officer, effective May 1, succeeding long‑time CEO Chris Olliver, who will become executive chairman. Eggs joins from Moncler Group, where he held senior roles including chief business and global market officer, after...
Kuru Taps Xaviersobased, Lucy Bedroque for New Album
Kuru announced his sophomore album *Backstage Hologram* on the deadAir label, featuring collaborators Xaviersobased and Lucy Bedroque. The record’s lead single, “FW19,” debuted with a Blindlight‑directed video. A North American tour with Bedroque and 9Lives will run from Seattle on April 18...
A 1998 Hit Has Been Named the Best Pop Song of the 1990s
On September 29, 1998 Britney Spears released "...Baby One More Time," a Max Martin‑produced single that instantly propelled her to global stardom. Audio Ink Radio’s March 19 feature named the track the best pop song of the 1990s, echoing accolades from...
Extra Virgin Olive Oil May Help Better Preserve Cognitive Function than Refined
A two‑year analysis of 656 overweight adults aged 55‑75 in the PREDIMED‑Plus trial found that participants who regularly consumed virgin olive oil exhibited better preservation of cognitive function and greater gut‑microbiome diversity than those who used refined olive oil. The...
Does Lithium Work for Memory Loss? Experts Answer 4 Key Questions
A two‑year pilot trial published in JAMA Neurology found that low‑dose oral lithium (150‑300 mg daily) slowed verbal memory decline in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. The neuroprotective benefit was most pronounced in participants who tested positive for amyloid‑beta, a...
NIH Invests $150 Million in Human-Based Research to Reduce Use of Animal Models
The National Institutes of Health announced a $150 million investment in the new Complement‑ARIE program to develop and standardize human‑focused research tools, known as new approach methodologies (NAMs). The initiative will fund technology development centers, a data hub, and a validation...
Nicolette Briscoe Launches Life By Design Coaching
Marketing veteran Nicolette Briscoe has launched Life by Design Coaching, a mindset and leadership practice targeting leaders, founders, and high‑achievers. The service blends unconscious recoding, strategic intentionality, and somatic mastery to replace hustle‑driven habits with sustainable performance. Briscoe also offers...
Glossy Pop Newsletter: Target’s Roller Rabbit Collab Did $6 Million in First-Hour Sales, Won over Gen Z
Target’s partnership with teen‑focused brand Roller Rabbit launched over 250 items and generated roughly $6 million in sales within the first hour, averaging $100,000 per minute. The collection, featuring family‑friendly pajamas, pool floats, luggage and exclusive mystery boxes, sold about 5,000...
Overtired? Why You’re Exhausted but Can’t Sleep
Being overtired means you feel physically exhausted while your mind stays hyper‑alert, a state sleep specialist Dr. Samuel Gurevich calls high‑stress exhaustion. The condition stems from a fight‑or‑flight response that spikes stress hormones, making it hard to fall asleep even...
Is Pickleball Good Exercise?
Pickleball, a fast‑growing court sport, blends aerobic, interval and balance training, offering a comprehensive workout in a compact 20‑by‑44‑foot space. Physical therapist Jim Edwards highlights that players spend about 70 % of game time in moderate‑to‑vigorous heart‑rate zones, burning roughly 6‑10...
Luxury Briefing: Zara Bets on Galliano to up Its Pricing Power
Zara has launched a two‑year creative partnership with John Galliano to reinterpret its archive, marking a deliberate push upmarket. The collaboration is positioned as a branding exercise as much as a product line, aiming to infuse luxury credibility into the...
How To Become a Faster Runner
Sports‑medicine physician Dr. Dominic King outlines a systematic approach to running faster, emphasizing three pillars—form, agility, and power. He recommends mixing interval training, hill sprints, and shuttle runs with dedicated strength, flexibility, and breathing work. A weekly plan of two...
Shotgun Ornithology
James H. McCommons’s new book *The Feather Wars* chronicles the 19th‑century battle to save America’s songbirds. It reveals how logging, agriculture, fashion, and even scientific collecting decimated bird populations. The narrative highlights the emergence of the first organized conservation movement...
Teatro Nacional De São Carlos to Present First Lisbon ‘Tannhäuser’ in Over 30 Years
The Teatro Nacional de São Carlos will stage Wagner’s Tannhäuser in Lisbon on April 23 and 25, 2026, marking the city’s first production of the opera in more than three decades. Directed by Max Hoehn, the staging draws on early‑20th‑century German graphic...
Science Shorts: Creatine Reference Intakes, Coffee Pulp Extract and Beetroot
The roundup presents new nutrition research ranging from a proposed dietary reference intake (AI) for creatine in adults to functional‑food studies showing coffee pulp extract lowers cholesterol and weight, beetroot juice improves post‑sprint agility in soccer players, KSM‑66 ashwagandha gummies...
MAY-A Delivers a Grunge Cover of Stevie Nicks’ ‘Edge of Seventeen’ for Like a Version
Australian singer‑songwriter MAY‑A performed a grunge‑styled cover of Stevie Nicks’ 1981 hit “Edge of Seventeen” on Triple J’s “Like a Version”. The rendition swaps the iconic riff for layered live‑guitar distortion, building from a soft opening into a heavy breakdown...
Pizza the Action: Hong Kong Artists Critique ‘Hegemonic’ Venice Model
Ahead of Hong Kong Art Week, fifteen local artists have turned a Kowloon pizzeria into the pop‑up exhibition Ve(ry)nice. The project directly responds to the Hong Kong government‑run museum’s takeover of the Venice Biennale pavilion and its new open‑call structure. By mixing...
The Best Places to Look for Alien Life: Scientists Identify 45 Earth-Like Worlds to Explore
A consortium of astronomers has announced the identification of 45 Earth‑like exoplanets that reside within the habitable zones of their host stars. The planets were selected from data gathered by space‑based missions such as Kepler, TESS, and ground‑based surveys, focusing...
Horror Novel ‘Shy Girl’ Canceled Over Suspected A.I. Use
Hachette Book Group withdrew the upcoming horror novel “Shy Girl” after The New York Times alleged the manuscript was largely AI‑generated. The Orbit imprint halted the U.S. spring release and removed the title from its UK catalog, where only 1,800 print copies...
Vito’s, the Latest From Sunday Co., Is Inspired by New York’s Golden Age
Sunday Co., founded in 2023 by hospitality veterans, announced Vito’s, a new Italian‑American restaurant slated to open in August 2026 within the heritage‑listed Burns Philp Building at 11 Bridge Street, Sydney. The venue will seat 170, feature a mezzanine, and...
Why Ireland Is Giving a Basic Income to Artists – Podcast
The Irish government has launched a Basic Income for the Arts scheme, granting €325 (£283) per week to 2,000 eligible artists. A recent pilot demonstrated that the program not only recouped its net cost but also improved participants' wellbeing. Musicians...
Levi’s Bets on ROSÉ to Keep Its Denim Cool and Culturally Fluent
Levi’s has entered a multi‑year global partnership with K‑pop star ROSÉ, integrating her aesthetic into the denim brand’s women’s line. The deal builds on previous collaborations, including campaigns with Alia Bhatt and Beyoncé, and features custom stage outfits displayed at Levi’s...
Kevin Spacey’s ‘Mental Illness’ Should Trigger $29.5 Million Payout, ‘House of Cards’ Trial Jurors Hear
A Santa Monica civil trial pits Media Rights Capital (MRC) against insurer Fireman’s Fund over a $29.5 million claim tied to Kevin Spacey’s alleged mental illness. MRC argues Spacey’s diagnosis of sexual‑compulsive behavior rendered him incapable of performing, triggering the policy’s loss provision....
Hormone Linked to Morning Sickness May Help Reduce Alcohol Intake
Researchers from Denmark and collaborators reported that the hormone GDF15, known for causing nausea in early pregnancy, appears to rise in response to chronic alcohol consumption and may act as a feedback signal limiting intake. Small human studies at Oktoberfest...
Hawke’s Bay Cheesemakers Craggy Range Sheep Dairy and Origin Earth Score Big Wins at National Awards
Craggy Range Sheep Dairy and Origin Earth, two boutique Hawke’s Bay cheesemakers, dominated the 2026 New Zealand Cheese Awards. Craggy Range earned the European‑style cheese trophy, champion boutique cheese title for its six‑month‑aged pecorino, and a new cheese trophy for its...
Mewery Hits Cultivated Pork Yield Milestone Amid $8M Funding Drive
Czech startup Mewery announced a cultivated pork yield of 300 g per litre, one of the highest densities reported in the cell‑based meat sector. The breakthrough, driven by its microalgae‑co‑cultivation platform, promises lower media use and improved unit economics. Mewery is...
Modifying T Cell Receptor Improves Targeted Cancer Therapy
Researchers from UCLA, Stanford, Utah, and Columbia have engineered T cell receptors to strengthen catch‑bond interactions with prostate cancer antigens, improving cytotoxic function. By altering just one or two amino acids in the TCR, the modified cells exhibit longer bond...
50 Years Ago: Kris Kristofferson Famously Rides Motorcycle On Stage
In March 1976, Kris Kristofferson’s character John Norman Howard rode a motorcycle on stage during the filming of *A Star Is Born* at Arizona State University’s Sun Devil Stadium. The stunt, captured amid a live concert featuring Santana and Peter Frampton, became an iconic...
2026 Acura MDX Review
Acura’s 2026 MDX returns with a lively 3.5‑liter V6, a 10‑speed transmission, and a premium‑styled cabin that emphasizes family practicality. The lineup spans from a base front‑wheel‑drive model to a turbocharged Type S, with Super Handling All‑Wheel Drive optional across all...
2026 Acura RDX Review
The 2026 Acura RDX offers athletic handling, a turbo‑four engine and a quick‑shifting 10‑speed transmission, earning an 82 Road Test Score. Standard AcuraWatch safety tech and a spacious cabin are available across all trims, while the Technology Package adds leather,...
Maybank Unveils 2026 Raya Film “Berkat Mak” With Alchemy79 and Directors Think Tank, Celebrating the Enduring Values of Family
Maybank unveiled its 2026 Raya film “Berkat Mak,” a heartfelt story that follows a mother’s quiet gestures—most notably a yellow food container—as her children grow and leave home. The narrative weaves present‑day Hari Raya scenes with past family milestones, underscoring unconditional...
Ryan Gosling Improvised One of Project Hail Marys Best Moments
Ryan Gosling’s improvised performance with the alien puppet Rocky became a standout moment in the sci‑fi film Project Hail Mary. Directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller paired Gosling with a practical puppet, allowing the actor’s spontaneous gestures to be mirrored...