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Synthetic Biology Platform Outpaces De‑extinction Hype
SocialApr 8, 2026

Synthetic Biology Platform Outpaces De‑extinction Hype

Most people hear “bring back the woolly mammoth” and say, “impossible.” Colossal might be considered a de-extinction company, but Ben Lamm is actually building a synthetic biology platform with consequences that could be much bigger than bringing back mammoths. -- $10B...

By Peter H. Diamandis
New Reviews Reveal Inside the Box’s Impact
SocialApr 8, 2026

New Reviews Reveal Inside the Box’s Impact

The latest round of reviews for Inside the Box. Check my bio for more info and pre-order links. https://t.co/ndN8CnIj7o

By David Epstein
30 Minutes Outdoors Boosts Kids' Focus, Mood, Sleep
SocialApr 8, 2026

30 Minutes Outdoors Boosts Kids' Focus, Mood, Sleep

We go outside every single day regardless of weather, even if it is just for 20 minutes. My kids behave differently, focus better, and sleep better on days when they get real time outdoors. Sunlight sets your circadian rhythm through the...

By Preethi Kasireddy
Reading “No Grass Grows”: 25 Years Touring The Stranglers
SocialApr 8, 2026

Reading “No Grass Grows”: 25 Years Touring The Stranglers

What are we reading? Title: “No grass grows on a busy street - 25 years on the road with The Stranglers” Author: Baz Warne @stranglersofficial #Books #Music #SocialSelling #Reading #bazwarne https://t.co/LJ1gRC3Bwt https://t.co/ppfq9f6849

By Tim Hughes
Embrace “No” To Discover Genuine Opportunities
SocialApr 8, 2026

Embrace “No” To Discover Genuine Opportunities

Founders: If you're afraid to hear 'no,' you'll never hear a genuine 'yes.' Real opportunities are born when you push past the comfort zone of maybe.

By Pete Kazanjy
Grief Shapes Parenting: Lost Childhood, Unmet Ideals
SocialApr 8, 2026

Grief Shapes Parenting: Lost Childhood, Unmet Ideals

I don't think we talk enough about how grief shows up in parenting - for the childhood you didn't have, the parent you wanted to be, the version of this that looked easier in your head.

By Dr. Jazmine (The Mom Psychologist)
Ansaras' Healthcare Investments Transform Haiti and Beyond
SocialApr 8, 2026

Ansaras' Healthcare Investments Transform Haiti and Beyond

Jim and Karen Ansara have invested deeply in creating healthcare facilities in Haiti and other countries, with growing impact. Guest Contributor, Susan Barnett Reports: https://tinyurl.com/yc6e924m GlobalHealth

By Inside Philanthropy
White Cat Entertainment Expands, Partners with Rylend Grant
SocialApr 8, 2026

White Cat Entertainment Expands, Partners with Rylend Grant

It's official. White Cat Entertainment @WhiteCatStories is growing. Thrilled to be working with @rylendgrant https://t.co/yJE5wKvhFn

By Chris Mancini
First 60 Pages Reveal the Unseen Sprint Ahead
SocialApr 8, 2026

First 60 Pages Reveal the Unseen Sprint Ahead

If you want to know the path we are now sprinting down, read the first 60 pages of this book. The Brits never saw it coming either, until it was too late. https://t.co/oX1NeGWhO7

By Luke Gromen
Airport Lounges Add Hidden $5.30 Cleaning Fee
SocialApr 8, 2026

Airport Lounges Add Hidden $5.30 Cleaning Fee

Airport Lounge Charged A $5.30 Cleaning Fee At The Door — Drip Pricing Comes To Priority Pass - View from the Wing https://t.co/faJj7bMx0n

By Gary Leff
New Doc Series Shows Prisoners Competing in Extreme Workouts
SocialApr 8, 2026

New Doc Series Shows Prisoners Competing in Extreme Workouts

Official Trailer for 'ConBody vs Everbody' Prison Work Out Doc Series https://t.co/GidASNCHKS #docs #ConBody #CossMarte #Criterion #DebraGranik https://t.co/vwwxpgspUG

By Alex Billington
Kids Redefine ‘Extraordinary’ as Even More Ordinary
SocialApr 8, 2026

Kids Redefine ‘Extraordinary’ as Even More Ordinary

My son’s making the impassioned case that “extraordinary” means something is even more ordinary than usual and although my evidence is strong—“that’s not what it means”—I’m still somehow losing the argument.

By Henpecked Hal
Chemistry Enhances Life, But Healthy Habits Remain Essential
SocialApr 8, 2026

Chemistry Enhances Life, But Healthy Habits Remain Essential

Rule 1 regarding Rx stimulants, HRT, peptides, supplements, psychedelics, whatever: “Better living through chemistry still requires better living” = You still have to do the right things. In fact, that’s the place to start. And in many cases, stay.

By Andrew Huberman – Huberman Lab
Keanu Reeves' Genuine Excitement About Acting with Scorsese
SocialApr 8, 2026

Keanu Reeves' Genuine Excitement About Acting with Scorsese

Keanu Reeves’ reaction to getting to work with Martin Scorsese (both acting) sounds pretty accurate.

By Courtney Howard
Let Replaceability Ignite Your Daily Impact
SocialApr 8, 2026

Let Replaceability Ignite Your Daily Impact

You are replaceable. But don’t let that scare you. Instead, let it LIGHT A FIRE in you. 🔥 Impact isn’t a highlight reel of your past, it’s what you’re doing TODAY.

By Brendon Burchard
Big Artists Skip Festivals, Driving Costs and Talent Gaps
SocialApr 8, 2026

Big Artists Skip Festivals, Driving Costs and Talent Gaps

Coachella’s dilemma is this: Big artists no longer need festivals. But festivals cost more money than ever to run. Higher prices. Fewer A+ level stars. Tougher product to sell.

By Dan Runcie
Strengthen Key Muscles and Stabilize Foot to Prevent Injuries
SocialApr 8, 2026

Strengthen Key Muscles and Stabilize Foot to Prevent Injuries

How to avoid hyperextension- Elbow = strong biceps Knees = strong hamstrings These mucles catch the force of your forearm and lower leg during fast extension. How to avoid ankle rolls- Get really good at foot stability. Weight on the ball...

By Sarah Long (MMA S&C Coach)
Avatar Franchise Rakes $6.7B, Future Still Undecided
SocialApr 8, 2026

Avatar Franchise Rakes $6.7B, Future Still Undecided

🧵New @thewrap: #AvatarFireAndAshTHx4ELEMENTS franchise at Disney should be looking at the next installment after 3 global hit films making $6.7 billion for the company. But James Cameron tells us “We haven’t even made a decision if we’re going forward right...

By Sharon Waxman
Early Cancer Detection Saves Lives—Don’t Wait for Symptoms
SocialApr 8, 2026

Early Cancer Detection Saves Lives—Don’t Wait for Symptoms

When cancer is found early, the chances for a cure are dramatically higher. The controversial part: most people never look. Don't wait for symptoms.

By Peter H. Diamandis
Collaborate to Master AI’s Rapidly Expanding Frontier
SocialApr 8, 2026

Collaborate to Master AI’s Rapidly Expanding Frontier

The frontier of AI is already too vast and moving too quickly for any one person to keep track of alone I say this as someone who spends most of my working hours immersed in it. It's impossible to keep up,...

By Tiago Forte
Sleep Hacks: 5 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Rest
SocialApr 8, 2026

Sleep Hacks: 5 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Rest

Diet and exercise get all the attention. But poor sleep can blunt the benefits of both. Here are 5 research-supported habits that transformed my sleep quality ↓

By Ollie Whitby | Health Scientist
AI Artists Evolve Storytelling as Tools Advance
SocialApr 8, 2026

AI Artists Evolve Storytelling as Tools Advance

Papadu's mind is a little weird. Been watching his work evolve since the beginning of AI generated media. Back when people had seven fingers. Do you have an AI artist you like to follow for years? How has their storytelling...

By Robert Scoble
Accept Life’s Gifts and Losses, Say Yes
SocialApr 8, 2026

Accept Life’s Gifts and Losses, Say Yes

"People can’t, unhappily, invent their mooring posts, their lovers and their friends, anymore than they can invent their parents. Life gives these and also takes them away and the great difficulty is to say Yes to life." Baldwin on love, the...

By Maria Popova
Runners Carry Genes That Guard Against Soft‑Tissue Injuries
SocialApr 8, 2026

Runners Carry Genes That Guard Against Soft‑Tissue Injuries

Born to run? Competitive runners have better genes for resistance to injury: "Collagen Gene Polymorphisms Previously Associated with Resistance to Soft-Tissue Injury Are More Common in Competitive Runners Than Nonathletes." https://t.co/LRVb5hkLFx https://t.co/GroBFhSk2T

By Ben Greenfield
Your Writing's Worth Is Defined by You Alone
SocialApr 8, 2026

Your Writing's Worth Is Defined by You Alone

This is a reminder to all my indie author colleagues out there… No matter where you are in your journey… Remember you don’t have to prove anything to anyone but yourself. Your success is measured by you. Your value exists...

By Bink Cummings
Orslow 105 Jeans: Vintage Levi’s Feel, $300 Price
SocialApr 8, 2026

Orslow 105 Jeans: Vintage Levi’s Feel, $300 Price

There’s nothing on earth like a pair of well worn vintage Levi’s But these Orslow 105 jeans are the closest thing on the market to the originals, AND are way easier to buy Question is: are they worth the $300...

By Jake Woolf
Finally Juggling Two Apps: Brain Finally Adapts
SocialApr 8, 2026

Finally Juggling Two Apps: Brain Finally Adapts

As incredible as Claude Code is, I find I am still a serial thinker. One app at a time, one problem set at a time. I can't even conceptualize multiple apps in parallel. After months, this moment is the first...

By Mike Simonsen
Why I Skipped Laminate Flooring for My New Home
SocialApr 8, 2026

Why I Skipped Laminate Flooring for My New Home

Laminate flooring pros and cons you need to know before buying my honest opinion as an interior designer I’m currently building my own home and here’s why I didn’t choose laminate flooring let me know your thoughts or any flooring questions below. #interiortips #laminateflooring #flooringtips...

By Aoife Maria | Style So Simple
Remembering Blondy: Trailblazing First All‑Female Rap Group
SocialApr 8, 2026

Remembering Blondy: Trailblazing First All‑Female Rap Group

RIP Blondy from The Sequence, the first all-female rap group, an unsung pioneer who Queen Latifah said "showed us how to do it and gave [us] a path to our future." https://t.co/3ELLAxldjG

By Jeff Weiss
Brandon Routh Returns in True‑Life Dog Indie
SocialApr 8, 2026

Brandon Routh Returns in True‑Life Dog Indie

Excl: Brandon Routh returns...The Superman actor joins Sean Patrick Flanery & Selma Blair in true-life dog story indie ETHAN ALMIGHTY - ETHAN'S LAW https://t.co/aOJ1x8Ahvv

By Borys Kit
Paramount Skydance Debuts Book Imprint After Simon Sale
SocialApr 8, 2026

Paramount Skydance Debuts Book Imprint After Simon Sale

Paramount Skydance Launches New Book Publishing Imprint Two Years After Simon & Schuster Sale https://t.co/aKAngBn8T8 via @variety

By Todd Spangler
Why Parents Should Read “Bad Therapy” Before School‑Mandated Counseling
SocialApr 8, 2026

Why Parents Should Read “Bad Therapy” Before School‑Mandated Counseling

Can't recommend Abigail Shrier's book Bad Therapy enough for any parent who is considering therapy for their kids or has it pushed upon them by their school. https://t.co/Igo0WEPfsu https://t.co/pFZz3JmMUu

By David Heinemeier Hansson
Stress Less: Embrace Selective Ignorance and Focus
SocialApr 8, 2026

Stress Less: Embrace Selective Ignorance and Focus

To reduce your stress, try not to have strong and loud opinions about everything. Smart people are selectively ignorant about most things, and focused on some things.

By Vala Afshar
Choose Your Thoughts, Create What You Can Control
SocialApr 8, 2026

Choose Your Thoughts, Create What You Can Control

“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another. Instead of worrying about what you cannot control, focus your energy on what you can create.” https://t.co/6LMVItvxjq

By Vala Afshar
Nine Inch Nails Teams with Boys Noize for New Album
SocialApr 8, 2026

Nine Inch Nails Teams with Boys Noize for New Album

Nine Inch Nails and Boys Noize announce Nine Inch Noize album prior to Coachella https://t.co/1ob44qaqWn

By Anthony Fantano
Eggs Pack Hundreds of Thousands of Mitochondria, Powering Life
SocialApr 8, 2026

Eggs Pack Hundreds of Thousands of Mitochondria, Powering Life

Your heart cells have about 5,000 to 8,000 mitochondria each. Your muscle cells have about 1,000 to 2,000. Your eggs have over 100,000. Some estimates go as high as 600,000. Nothing else in your body comes close. That should tell you something about...

By Preethi Kasireddy
Explosions Reveal Unmet Needs, Stress, and Low Coping
SocialApr 8, 2026

Explosions Reveal Unmet Needs, Stress, and Low Coping

Explosive behavior = unmet needs + accumulated stress + low coping capacity. It might look random. It's not. It might look like they're going from 0 to 60. They usually aren't. Teens who easily explode are usually simmering at a higher temperature.

By Dr. Ann-Louise T. Lockhart
Inside the 75‑meter M/Y Kenshō
SocialApr 8, 2026

Inside the 75‑meter M/Y Kenshō

Nothing like touring the bell of the ball. M/Y KENSHŌ grace’s Palm beach and christie_yachts welcomes me aboard for a look around. Length: 75.2m (246.6ft) Builder: @admiralyachts Designed by azure_yachtdesign

By Alex Jimenez (The Yacht Guy)
Disabling Light Sensing Extends Worm Lifespan by 40%
SocialApr 8, 2026

Disabling Light Sensing Extends Worm Lifespan by 40%

Great study in the bristleworm showing that light perception can regulate lifespan. Disrupting light sensing slows development, prolongs growth and extends lifespan by ~40%. More evidence that aging is not just damage accumulation, but is modulated by developmental processes.

By João Pedro de Magalhães, PhD
Sunlight Stops Kids' Eyes From Becoming Myopic
SocialApr 8, 2026

Sunlight Stops Kids' Eyes From Becoming Myopic

One reason outdoor time matters so much for young children is what it does for their eyes. Bright sunlight releases dopamine in the retina, which prevents the eyeball from becoming elongated. When the eyeball elongates, light focuses in front of the...

By Preethi Kasireddy
Designing Joy Syndicate’s Second Capsule: Creative Growth
SocialApr 8, 2026

Designing Joy Syndicate’s Second Capsule: Creative Growth

In my time between roles, I've been designing the second capsule drop for Joy Syndicate. 🖤 It's been a fun project to work on. I'm learning a lot. It's been an interesting, creative outlet to stretch my thinking in different ways....

By Lars Schmidt
Final Trailer Reveals Trippy Time‑Loop Thriller Exit 8
SocialApr 8, 2026

Final Trailer Reveals Trippy Time‑Loop Thriller Exit 8

Stuck in the Subway - Final Trailer for 'Exit 8' Trippy Time Loop Thriller https://t.co/SQWeHtDtsd #Exit8 #GenkiKawamura #timeloop #Cannes2025 #Japan #neonrated https://t.co/lF092C1QNI

By Alex Billington
Pregnant Runners Share Real Experiences: Pros, Cons, Timing
SocialApr 8, 2026

Pregnant Runners Share Real Experiences: Pros, Cons, Timing

Calling all my pregnant runners 🏃🏽‍♀️✨ I need a real check-in. If you ran during pregnancy… What did it feel like in your body? Did it help you feel better or did it get harder over time? What trimester was your sweet spot?...

By Dasha Kennedy (The Broke Black Girl)
Greater Optimism Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk
SocialApr 8, 2026

Greater Optimism Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk

No cause and effect established, but the more optimism the less dementia in >9,000 individuals with up to 14 year follow-up https://t.co/8pTnuJ9XSF https://t.co/Lcg4uExYrO

By Eric Topol
Deep Expertise, Fundamentals, and Soft Skills Survive AI
SocialApr 8, 2026

Deep Expertise, Fundamentals, and Soft Skills Survive AI

Kelsey Hightower, Google Distinguished Engineer at @nutanix #NEXTconf - go deep - not 1000 surface skills - reimagine the fundamentals - soft skills - intuition and perspective - what’s left after the AI automates the hard skills. https://t.co/5n9HIsx6eX

By Isaac Sacolick
Google Gemini’s Lyria Generates Full Songs
SocialApr 8, 2026

Google Gemini’s Lyria Generates Full Songs

Creating song lyrics with AI is so 2025. Now you can compose entire songs using the Lyria model in Google Gemini. It's pretty darn astonishing. Here's how it works, with sample tracks in a variety of styles: https://t.co/7pNLIXLKWJ #gemini #lyria...

By Dave Taylor
Adaptive Coherence Framework Guides Smarter Microbiome Health
SocialApr 8, 2026

Adaptive Coherence Framework Guides Smarter Microbiome Health

We can be smarter about our microbiome health by cueing into host interactions, an "adaptive coherence framework" @cellhostmicrobe https://t.co/mprFgV7Gjq https://t.co/rQiPeK2aJP

By Eric Topol
Nicole Scherzinger Live at Royal Albert Hall, AMC April 26‑27
SocialApr 8, 2026

Nicole Scherzinger Live at Royal Albert Hall, AMC April 26‑27

Nicole Scherzinger, 2025 Tony Award winning Best Actress, is such a talent. She could knock the roof off of Royal Albert Hall. AMC is so privileged to showcase her mesmerizing persona at our theatres April 26-27. Nicole, welcome...

By Adam Aron
Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba Reunite for Extraction 3
SocialApr 8, 2026

Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba Reunite for Extraction 3

EXCLU: Tyler Rake is ready for his next high stakes rescue mission as Chris Hemsworth has closed a deal to return for EXTRACTION 3 which will shoot this summer. Idris Elba also set to return https://t.co/VSnbWMkYFi

By Justin Kroll