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Robotic Phlebotomy Achieves 94% Success, Low Complications
SocialApr 15, 2026

Robotic Phlebotomy Achieves 94% Success, Low Complications

I've been following Vitestro for years. They have been developing robotic devices to collect patients' blood samples. They have big news now as the results of a multicenter ADOPT clinical trial have been published in Clinical Chemistry. That is the...

By Bertalan Meskó, PhD
Tony Christie Revamps Hit for Spurs Relegation Anthem
SocialApr 15, 2026

Tony Christie Revamps Hit for Spurs Relegation Anthem

Tony Christie has just re-released his song 'Is this the way to Amarillo' especially for Spurs fans "Is this the way to Stockport County? It's the Spurs relegation bounty, Is this the way to Stockport County? Where Edgeley Park, she waits for me"

By Kieran Maguire
Embrace Flexibility: Missing a Gym Day Won’t Derail Progress
SocialApr 15, 2026

Embrace Flexibility: Missing a Gym Day Won’t Derail Progress

Back in the gym this morning after few days off after feeling run down. Front Squats, plenty of pulling & arms. Honestly looking forwards to it. Historically missing a day would have stressed me out. Can’t be an agile...

By William Wayland
First Painting Links Spain’s Exploration to Divine Mission
SocialApr 15, 2026

First Painting Links Spain’s Exploration to Divine Mission

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 The image shows the only painting in the Sala del Almirante (the Admiral Hall) of the Casa de Contratación (House of Trade)—the “Virgin of the Navigators” created by Alejo Fernández (c. 1531-1536). It is the first...

By Evan Louise Madriñan
Personalized Ryokan Surprise Makes Hakone Honeymoon Unforgettable
SocialApr 15, 2026

Personalized Ryokan Surprise Makes Hakone Honeymoon Unforgettable

Honeymoon stop #2: Hakone We had a driver take us from Tokyo to the mountain town of Hakone overlooking Mt. Fuji. We stayed in a traditional Ryokan for the night before heading to Kyoto. The staff surprised us with fully...

By Amanda Goetz
Self‑portraits Always Keep Glasses on, Unlike Others
SocialApr 15, 2026

Self‑portraits Always Keep Glasses on, Unlike Others

Self-portrait by Joshua Reynolds, 1780s. Other sitters can take their glasses off, but sitters in self-portraits can't. https://t.co/RAmCnr2OVz

By Paul Graham
AI Empowers Authors to Write Better, Explore New Possibilities
SocialApr 15, 2026

AI Empowers Authors to Write Better, Explore New Possibilities

AI will help us authors write better. And do things that were crazy to consider doing before. I see it everyday as I have my AI write https://t.co/kiuZ7QXLzb

By Robert Scoble
Jonah Hill’s “Cut Off” Remains Unreleased, Release Date Unknown
SocialApr 15, 2026

Jonah Hill’s “Cut Off” Remains Unreleased, Release Date Unknown

The missing movie of the day is Cut Off from Jonah Hill, co-starring Kristin Wiig. Some theorize that it’s stuck in post and not ready. Not spoken of or seen. No 2027 or 2028 date listed. HBO Max?

By David Poland
Warner Bros' Clockwork Division Sets Kubrick‑High Bar
SocialApr 15, 2026

Warner Bros' Clockwork Division Sets Kubrick‑High Bar

Weirdly mixed feeling about WB honoring Kubrick with a new division called WB Clockwork. That’s a high bloody bar.

By David Poland
Gunn Slams Rumors; Adria Arjona Cast as Maxima
SocialApr 15, 2026

Gunn Slams Rumors; Adria Arjona Cast as Maxima

Didn’t Gunn call the speculation in this “bullshit” a day to two ago? Adria Arjona to Play Maxima in ‘Superman’ Sequel ‘Man of Tomorrow’ https://t.co/Q135z5KW4W via @variety

By David Poland
Your Pace Matters More than Others' Speed
SocialApr 15, 2026

Your Pace Matters More than Others' Speed

Just because you haven't achieved something as quick as a peer, mentor, friend or colleague - doesn't mean you failed. Don't forget that.

By Ross Simmonds
Lab Success Doesn't Guarantee Real Cancer Drug Efficacy
SocialApr 15, 2026

Lab Success Doesn't Guarantee Real Cancer Drug Efficacy

Just a reminder. Killing cancer cells in a lab is very easy. Almost anything will kill cells. Even water (because of osmotic damage). Inside our bodies killing cancer cells is extremely hard for many reasons so things that kill...

By Vishal Gulati
Brain Age Gap Predicts Lifestyle Impact on Mental Health
SocialApr 15, 2026

Brain Age Gap Predicts Lifestyle Impact on Mental Health

Brain age gap as a predictive biomarker that links aging, lifestyle, and neuropsychiatric health https://t.co/kgvgyZ9v4S

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Team “We on Fire” Closes with Intimate Sakura-
SocialApr 15, 2026

Team “We on Fire” Closes with Intimate Sakura-

The &TEAM 'We on Fire' showcase is closing with a live performance of "Sakura-iro Yell." The members are all seated at their own seats and using handheld mics

By Jeff Benjamin
&TEAM Announces Record-Breaking Tour to Reach New Fans
SocialApr 15, 2026

&TEAM Announces Record-Breaking Tour to Reach New Fans

"This is going to be a year of touring for &TEAM. We will be holding our largest number of concert appearances this year so that we will be able to see LUNE in areas we've never been able to visit"...

By Jeff Benjamin
Dirty Watch Movements Reveal Simple Fixes; Clean Means Structural Issues
SocialApr 15, 2026

Dirty Watch Movements Reveal Simple Fixes; Clean Means Structural Issues

A watchmaker told me that he prefers it when he opens a watch that needs service and the movement is dirty. If the movement is clean, it's more likely the problem is structural.

By Paul Graham
Zero Meetings Drive Faster Growth Through Autonomy
SocialApr 15, 2026

Zero Meetings Drive Faster Growth Through Autonomy

At my company we have ZERO meetings. And we're growing fast. Here's how we do it: 1. ANYONE can make a decision Most meetings are a way to avoid making hard decisions. Or a way to have 107 different people "give their input". Instead,...

By Brian Dean
GenAI Bridges My Executive Functioning Gaps
SocialApr 15, 2026

GenAI Bridges My Executive Functioning Gaps

I’ve spent the last two months of my free time designing and implementing genAI experiments to help fill some of my executive functioning gaps. The most successful? * An executive functioning assistant trained on neurodivergence, PDA, RSD, and relationship maintenance gaps...

By Sara Lobkovich
Yuma Aims for Global Tours and Personal Composing
SocialApr 15, 2026

Yuma Aims for Global Tours and Personal Composing

Regarding the 3rd EP being a symbol of determination, what goals do the @andTEAM_members have personally? Yuma: "We held the Asian tour and there are many countries and locations we have not been able to visit and we would like to...

By Jeff Benjamin
K Reveals Secret Soccer Training for BLUE LOCK Film
SocialApr 15, 2026

K Reveals Secret Soccer Training for BLUE LOCK Film

K of @andTEAMofficial spoke about the just-released news of his casting in the upcoming live-action 'BLUE LOCK' film "About two and a half years ago, I received the offer. I've been preparing for it for a long time. I've been practicing...

By Jeff Benjamin
New Single “We on Fire” Serves as Cheerful Anthem
SocialApr 15, 2026

New Single “We on Fire” Serves as Cheerful Anthem

"It's an anthem. It's a song to cheer for you. If you can feel that from the track, we would be grateful." - @andTEAMofficial K on their new single "We on Fire"

By Jeff Benjamin
Cate Blanchett Eclipses Cybil Shepard in Martha Inc.
SocialApr 15, 2026

Cate Blanchett Eclipses Cybil Shepard in Martha Inc.

There can be only one person who’ll top Cybil Shepard in her performance as Martha Stewart in MARTHA INC., reenacting this life moment - and that person is Cate Blanchett.

By Courtney Howard
From Burnout to Blaze: Team Jo Reignites 2026 Drive
SocialApr 15, 2026

From Burnout to Blaze: Team Jo Reignites 2026 Drive

"Last year, we made a debut in Korea, made million-seller status, Asia tour...we were completely burned out. However, we tried to fire up once again for 2026 to try to run through this year. So, I think 'We on Fire'...

By Jeff Benjamin
&TEAM Leverages 2025 Tour Success to Expand Reach
SocialApr 15, 2026

&TEAM Leverages 2025 Tour Success to Expand Reach

&TEAM says they used 2025 experiences reaching 60k fans on an Asia tour + becoming the 1st Japanese artist to become a million-seller in Japan and Korea in "Based on 2025, we discovered there are a lot of places we would...

By Jeff Benjamin
SpaceX Rocket Lights Up Concert Sky at SB Bowl
SocialApr 15, 2026

SpaceX Rocket Lights Up Concert Sky at SB Bowl

Watching the @SpaceX rocket launch over the @DBtodomundo concert at the @sbBowl - pretty epic https://t.co/VDta8rY2sz

By Shira Lazar
Debunking Iran War Myths: Must‑Read This Week
SocialApr 15, 2026

Debunking Iran War Myths: Must‑Read This Week

The 7 myths of the Iran War by @Doranimated is the best thing you will read this week.

By Michael Eisenberg
Mouse Watching “The Matrix” Guides Massive Brain Map
SocialApr 15, 2026

Mouse Watching “The Matrix” Guides Massive Brain Map

How a mouse watching 'The Matrix' helped scientists create the largest map of a brain to date https://t.co/wXYV0tGtAD https://t.co/QaBSJ6qpnv

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Regularly Browse China Books Review for Fresh Insights
SocialApr 15, 2026

Regularly Browse China Books Review for Fresh Insights

For those interested in China, it's a good idea every few weeks to check China Books Review and look through the reviews and interviews. @chinabksreview https://t.co/VzIFn0Z842

By Michael Pettis
Even My Worst Move Isn't My Top Mistake
SocialApr 15, 2026

Even My Worst Move Isn't My Top Mistake

To put this in perspective, however, of all of the things I have done to make my children's lives complicated or difficult, and of all the things I have done to confuse or confound other people socially, this isn't even...

By Chris Blattman
Bridging Gaps: Navigating Roadblocks to Quantum Advantage
SocialApr 15, 2026

Bridging Gaps: Navigating Roadblocks to Quantum Advantage

The challenges in and possibilities of achieving quantum advantage. It has been a great pleasure to discuss with @science_eye where we stand in quantum computing, what the remaining road blocks or "gaps" are and how we can overcome them. Recent months...

By Jens Eisert
Stop Overthinking Loneliness—Join Community Groups Today
SocialApr 15, 2026

Stop Overthinking Loneliness—Join Community Groups Today

Go to them. Clubs, churches, lodges, etc. This stuff all still exists. It's a bunch of old people who will be thrilled you showed up. Bring a friend if you're nervous. You guys have to stop intellectualizing the "loneliness crisis"...

By Nolan Gray
Depleting Microbiome Restores
SocialApr 15, 2026

Depleting Microbiome Restores

Microbiome depletion rejuvenates the aging brain "Our findings demonstrate that age-associated microbial inflammation contributes to brain aging and that its attenuation can restore youthful features at the molecular, cellular, and functional levels." https://t.co/GuBPBxxzeH

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Charlie Puth Announces One‑Night Kai Tak Concert – Tickets Pre‑sale May 4
SocialApr 15, 2026

Charlie Puth Announces One‑Night Kai Tak Concert – Tickets Pre‑sale May 4

Charlie Puth to perform one show at Kai Tak Stadium October 21st. Tickets on pre-sale from May 4th, general sales from May 8th. https://www.facebook.com/livenationhk/posts/pfbid02WewBgWCEJQFUKQRkGMHBEXNaGTQ1FijsVxC5W363ro4fm2tPAJE6L2uU9skX3hH6l?__cft__[0]=AZZZXiLMt-EhdzoZRr1jegufq4OMAxb_WwRGxxJeNhhyyhJVheTep5nFk0RfvEPtHzbIh1S8SBG5V0Ql90KdYeFoW3VQhDaMLz_GJ83SaCQ9LJcP55-_zLmThsLsta16A4VK35dJVa2_xXcZOqvYGWTA&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R

By Buschy HK
Design‑Driven Furniture Upgrades Essential in Fast‑Consumer Era
SocialApr 15, 2026

Design‑Driven Furniture Upgrades Essential in Fast‑Consumer Era

Upgrade your spaces at home and office with well-designed furniture More and more needed in this era of buying and accumulating items quickly… https://t.co/1wzmXwR1me @mvollmer1 @morgfair @ChuckDBrooks @Nicochan33 @enricomolinari @NancySinatra @Ronald_vanLoon @alvinfoo @KirkDBorne @Hana_ElSayyed @JimHarris @MikeQuindazzi @Shi4Tech @mhcommunicate @ipfconline1 @kashthefuturist @rwang0 @HeinzVHoenen @YuHelenYu @BetaMoroney...

By Terence Leung
Duplicated Genes Diverge over Time Under Weak Selection
SocialApr 15, 2026

Duplicated Genes Diverge over Time Under Weak Selection

After 30+ years of genetic drift with only weak selective pressure, a duplicated gene sequence will begin to look less and less like its original version. https://t.co/IAvCT3fn2t

By Tom Ellis
Starlink Failure Creates Uncatalogued Debris, Orbit Now Decaying
SocialApr 15, 2026

Starlink Failure Creates Uncatalogued Debris, Orbit Now Decaying

Starlink 34343 failed on Mar 29 in a fatal energetic event which raised its apogee by 30 km and generated observed (but so far uncataloged) debris. Since then the orbit has undergone natural decay. Current orbit is...

By Jonathan McDowell
Growth Desired, Yet Habits for It Are Resisted
SocialApr 15, 2026

Growth Desired, Yet Habits for It Are Resisted

Most people want growth, but resist the habits that make growth unavoidable over time. ✅

By Premlata (Meta + Google Ads)
Break Fearful Habits to Unleash Your Strongest Self
SocialApr 15, 2026

Break Fearful Habits to Unleash Your Strongest Self

A wise friend once told me: The strongest version of you is buried under the habits you’re afraid to break.

By Ravi Shah
Mina Hubbard: Pioneering Explorer Mapping Labrador’s Untamed Frontier
SocialApr 15, 2026

Mina Hubbard: Pioneering Explorer Mapping Labrador’s Untamed Frontier

“So wild and grand and mysterious,” Mina Hubbard, born on this day in 1870, wrote in her journal, looking out at Labrador from beneath her narrow-brimmed felt hat, feeling the weight of her belted revolver, hunting knife, and compass...

By Maria Popova
Dune 3’s Fresh Star Power Threatens Marvel’s Box Office
SocialApr 15, 2026

Dune 3’s Fresh Star Power Threatens Marvel’s Box Office

Disney should be legit afraid of Dune 3 opening vs Avengers, the footage shown today was beyond excellent and the star power (Zendaya, Timmy) feels so much fresher than Marvel’s cast, which feels like *they* need a hit as badly...

By Matthew Belloni
Upgrade Spaces with Thoughtful Furniture in Fast‑consumer Era
SocialApr 15, 2026

Upgrade Spaces with Thoughtful Furniture in Fast‑consumer Era

Upgrade your spaces at home and office with well-designed furniture More and more needed in this era of buying and accumulating items quickly… https://t.co/C0ouClawXi

By Terence Leung
Speak Only on What You Actually Know
SocialApr 15, 2026

Speak Only on What You Actually Know

Saying this with love… don’t come for me. Stop giving advice if you don’t actually know what you’re talking about and have the experience. I only talk about what I actually do and test myself. And even then? I don’t know everything. Pretending...

By Bink Cummings
Young Microbiota Restores Cognition and Sperm Health via Bifidobacterium
SocialApr 15, 2026

Young Microbiota Restores Cognition and Sperm Health via Bifidobacterium

Young Human-Derived Microbiota Ameliorates Cognitive Decline and Reproductive Senescence in Aged Mice This approach "increased intestinal Bifidobacterium levels and effectively restored hippocampal metabolomic profiles and cognitive behavior." Additionally, yFMT-based treatments "mitigated structural damage to the seminiferous tubules [and] improved sperm quality. 👉These findings...

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Overcome Change Resistance by Addressing Fearful Threats
SocialApr 15, 2026

Overcome Change Resistance by Addressing Fearful Threats

Resistance to change often stems from fear of the unknown. People worry about losing familiar tools, having their expertise centralized, or even job automation. Addressing these perceived threats is key to overcoming resistance. #ChangeManagement #FearOfChange https://t.co/iTioqPIiQd

By Eric Kimberling
Lakeland’s Lake Artemesia: Scenic Walk Through Lost Black Community
SocialApr 15, 2026

Lakeland’s Lake Artemesia: Scenic Walk Through Lost Black Community

The DMV really do have some really dope parks. A new favorite is Lakeland- Lake Artemesia. Before annexation and urban renewal (really displacement), it was a thriving black community by the lake. Love the scenic walk and the history lesson along...

By Kwame (Chief of Staff Playbook)
Summer 2027 Slate Bursting with Blockbuster Potential
SocialApr 15, 2026

Summer 2027 Slate Bursting with Blockbuster Potential

Updated SUMMER 2027 slate, full of potential #BoxOffice hits: MAY 06 #TheResurrectionOfTheChristPartTwo 07 #TheLegendOfZelda  21 #BadFairies vs #ParanormalActivity 28 #StarWarsStarfighter JUN 11 #HTTYD2 18 #BeyondTheSpiderVerse vs Disney Film 25 #Oceans11 prequel 30 #Shrek5 JUL 09 #ManOfTomorrow 16 WB vs Paramount Event Films 23 #AMinecraftMovie2 30 #AQuietPlace3 AUG 06 #MiamiVice vs #Bluey 13 WB #KeanuReeves sci-fi vs...

By Luiz Fernando
Even Top Producers Started From Scratch—Keep Persisting
SocialApr 15, 2026

Even Top Producers Started From Scratch—Keep Persisting

LATE NIGHT REMINDER: The music producers you look up to were once in your shoes. Some were worse off. But they just stuck with it.

By Graham Cochrane (DIY Music Biz)
Warner Bros. Commits to Horror Slate Through 2028
SocialApr 15, 2026

Warner Bros. Commits to Horror Slate Through 2028

WB’s love story with horror will go on even post-merger, announcing at #Cinemacon titles for as far out as 2028. #TheRevengeofLaLlorona for APR 9, 2027 #EvilDeadWrath for APR 7, 2028 #FinalDestination7 for MAY 12, 2028 #Weapons spinoff #Gladys for SEP 8, 2028 https://t.co/pE5Swrs5Jp

By Luiz Fernando
Build Zone 1 Reserve Before Hard Training
SocialApr 15, 2026

Build Zone 1 Reserve Before Hard Training

Zone 1 is an investment. It builds your fat-burning engine and expands your energy reserves. Zone 3/4 is a withdrawal. It spends from that reserve. Want your hard training to actually work? Build the reserve first. #Base

By Alan Couzens