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Curiosity is more important than expertise: insights from the Ritz-Carlton art walk
The Ritz-Carlton's self-guided art tours turn hotels into cultural experiences, proving that curiosity and a willingness to learn can be more valuable than expertise....
August 2026 desktop wallpapers from Smashing Magazine
Smashing Magazine’s free August 2026 wallpaper collection is live, with artist designs for every major screen resolution and a call for September submissions....
I’m using my phone way less, and it’s making me happier
Struggling with smartphone addiction? Discover practical, real-world strategies to reduce screen time, break the scroll cycle, and reclaim your daily focus....
Slacked off all summer? 3 fitness trackers to help you stay accountable at school
Get back on track this semester with the right fitness tracker. We review the Xiaomi Smart Band 10, Fitbit Air, and WHOOP to help you build lasting habits....
We Tested 11 Red Light Face Masks: 6 Best and 2 to Avoid (2026)
After 12 months of rigorous testing, we found the best red light masks for acne, aging, and general glow. Plus, two expensive masks that didn't deliver....
Cricut Explore 5 vs. Siser Romeo: A Crafter’s Guide to Choosing (2026)
We spent weeks testing the new Cricut Explore 5 and Siser Romeo. Our verdict? They're for completely different crafters. Here's how to choose the right one for your projects....
Thank You for Being a Friend: Jeff Atwood on Fathers, Stack Overflow, and the LLM Question
Jeff Atwood lost his father this month and is asking a sharp question: if LLMs hollow out the communities that built their training data, will they regret it? A short, emotional post with one big idea....
Off By One: Jeff Atwood and Leo Laporte on Wealth, Yo-Yos, and Survivable Code
Jeff Atwood's new monthly show with Leo Laporte is part prop comedy, part tech history, part economics lecture. The second episode, free to watch, runs 1 hour 47 minutes of low-level insanity and a few surprisingly quotable lines....
Synth Historian Oli Freke on Drum Machines, Biopics, and the Joy of a Good Bicycle
Oli Freke, author of the upcoming coffee-table book Beat Gems, talks drum machines, the Atari ST, Father's Day advice, and why a good road bicycle is worth every penny....
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: Hollywood’s Favorite Labels to Shop
The annual retail event offers rare discounts on the high-end beauty and fashion brands celebrities actually use. Here is how to navigate the massive sale....
I Tried Today's Hurdle and Here's My Honest Take on the Puzzle
Stuck on today's Hurdle? Here's how the five-round word game actually works and a few strategies that help before you check the final answer....
How to Grow Mushrooms at Home: A Complete 2026 Beginner's Guide
Growing mushrooms at home is easier than most people think. This 2026 guide covers the best beginner methods, from ready-made kits to DIY substrate setups, with species-specific tips for indoor success....