Highlights
History | History
U.S. History Doesn’t Need To Be ‘Reframed’ Around Identity Politics; It Already Has Been
The myth that students and readers are getting some rose-colored version of American history is nonsense. So what is the 1619 Project really trying to do?
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
Could racing drones be the answer to the fire-kite threat? | ISRAEL21c
Israeli startup Xtend aims to turn a leisure drone-racing activity into an effective strategy for saving lives.
Entertainment | Entertainment
Journeys in time and space: why BBC Studios has created a Doctor Who episode in VR | The Drum
To coincide with our Future of TV issue, The Drum spoke to BBC Studios to find out how the Beeb’s commercial arm is innovating in interactive and immersive media, from VR to MR to video games.
Entertainment | Podcasts
How Conan O’Brien and Other Top Hosts Are Tapping Into the Podcast Revolution – Variety
Podcasting is booming as stars like Conan O'Brien enter the field and capitalization skyrockets. Just how much upside does the format have?
Entertainment | Star Trek News
How Star Trek's Movie and TV Worlds Could Become the Next MCU | Digital Trends
The merger of Viacom and CBS could mean big things for the Star Trek universe, particularly when it comes to combining the sci-fi franchise's television and movie worlds into a single, cohesive mythology. Here's why that's a good thing for Star Trek fans.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
The Mystery of the Himalayas’ Skeleton Lake Just Got Weirder
Every summer, hundreds of ancient bones emerge from the ice. A new genetic study helps explain how they got there.
Science & Technology | Tech
Microsoft hires former Siri boss for AI leadership role | VentureBeat
After stints at Apple and Amazon, Bill Stasior is joining Microsoft in a move that will impact the Redmond giant's AI strategies.
Architecture & Interior Design | Architecture & Interior Design
How to Make a Bedroom Look Expensive With $200 at IKEA
Shop a home editor's IKEA bedroom edit. Here's exactly how to make a bedroom look expensive without spending more than $200 at the Swedish retailer.
Music | Music
Metallica donates more than $277,000 to pediatric cancer hospital in Romania
Metallica says it has donated 250,000 euros ($277,600) to support the construction of Romania's first pediatric oncology hospital.
Entertainment | Entertainment
The Matrix saga set to continue with a FOURTH film starring Keanu Reeves and Carrie Anne-Moss | Daily Mail Online
The Matrix will return for a fourth film with Keanu Reeves reprising his role as kung fu-kicking, shades-wearing hero Neo, studio Warner Bros revealed on Tuesday.
Science & Technology | Science
NASA confirms mission to Jupiter’s moon Europa to explore its icy oceans | TechCrunch
NASA has confirmed a mission to Europa, one of the moons of Jupiter, will indeed happen. The mission was initially explored starting in 2017, with the space agency looking for reports on how it might proceed, and now NASA has said it will go ahead and mov
Science & Technology | Technology
Facebook will use journalists to curate news, opening itself to more bias allegations - Los Angeles Times
Facebook's news curation move will fire up critics who believe it suppresses conservative viewpoints. But it may reduce complaints of viral garbage.
Entertainment | Entertainment
Bond 25: No Time to Die - Release Date, Cast, Plot and More
The 25th chapter of the James Bond film series will mark the last movie where Daniel Craig plays the British spy.
Health & Fitness | Health News
The Inside Job of Creating Peace - by Doc Childre
Many people hope and pray to find peace in their lives, especially during times of stress and uncertainty. Finding peace is an inside job – something we can learn to create. Research studies have shown that individuals, groups and organizations are capa
Health & Fitness | Health News
Improving Your Neck Placement: a New Metaphor | Gokhale Method Institute
Note the forward head and neck placement of both these High Street pedestrians. This usually results from tucking the pelvis (see the man (right)), but can also become a habit independent of pelvic position (see woman (left)). Here our Bristol teacher Cl
History | History
Did Arab Violence Really Start With the 'Occupation'? | HonestReporting
Arab violence is frequently justified because of the "Naqba" of 1948 and the "occupation" of 1967. After all, they insist, Jews forced Arabs from
History | Archeology
UNC Charlotte Team Discovers Evidence of the Babylonian Conquest of Jerusalem | Jewish & Israel News
An archeological dig in the Old City of Jerusalem. Photo: Reuters/Ronen Zvulun. The director of the archaeological team excavating Mount …
Entertainment | Entertainment
Disney+ will stream on these devices at launch - The Verge
Disney has confirmed its first global launches for the company’s upcoming Disney+ subscription service, and it outlined which devices will be able to access it on day one.
History | History
Why Israel is the sole sovereign of the Temple Mount
If I were Israel's ambassador to Jordan, and I were called in for a dressing down over Israel's actions on
News | Antisemitism Watch
Elder Of Ziyon - 8/19 Links Pt2: The Left Can No Longer Excuse Its Anti-Semitism; Brooke Goldstein: Omar, Tlaib Are Enemies of the Jewish State
Blogging about Israel and the Arab world since, oh, forever.
Music | Music
All Of The Elements That Made You First Fall In Love With Sleater-Kinney Are Still Here | Pitchfork
St. Vincent’s sleek, streamlined production stands out from the rest of the band’s catalog, but all of the elements you first fell in love with are still here.
Entertainment | HBO
How Succession gets the digital media world excruciatingly right
Once again, Logan has all his children firmly under his thumb, each completely vulnerable to his capriciousness. A recap of ‘Vaulter,’ episode 2 of season 2 of Succession on HBO.
News | The News
LA residents fed up with officials, demand change after homeless crisis spirals in city
It’s the stale stench of liquor and human waste that hits you first. Then it's visual -- row after row of dirty tarp tents crammed together on the sidewalk next to piles rotting trash and broken appliances. There are half-dressed, drugged-out shells of
Entertainment | Television
Here's When Your Favorite TV Shows Return! - Thrillist
From new shows like 'His Dark Materials' to returning faves like 'Peaky Blinders,' our 2019 TV guide is your friend.
Food & Drink | Food
Seedless vs. Seeded Watermelon: What's the Difference? | MyRecipes
And where do seedless watermelons come from?
Politics | From CNN
Twitter and Facebook take down covert Chinese accounts that tried to undermine Hong Kong demonstrators - CNN
A covert state-backed social media campaign run from China has sought to undermine ongoing demonstrations in Hong Kong, according to information released by Twitter and Facebook on Monday.
Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices
3 Simple Psychological Tools to Help Break That Habit
Recent research reveals three simple steps to teach your brain to break bad habits.
Recipes | Cooking Tips
Why I Was Terrified of My Instant Pot—and How I Got Over It
Was it going to explode and turn my house into a cartoon crater?
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Pokemon GO Gen 5 Meta (Early Look, Part 1): Non-Legendary Pokemon With Meta Potential | Pokemon GO Hub
Pokemon GO’s Generation V could be right around the corner, depending on which rumor mill you subscribe to. We’re careful not to start the hype train, but with the latest leaks and rumors hinting that Generation 5 could be a mere month away, we were excited to take an early look at Unova region’s Pokemon line up. Which Gen 5 Pokemon will be worth the dust, candies and grinding? Which will be viable and which are Rattata equivalents? So many questions!
Entertainment | Entertainment News!
Disney Plus: Every show, movie and original you'll be able to stream -- and when - CNET
Disney is going to have 500 movies and 7,500 TV episodes on its $7-a-month Netflix-like streaming service. But which shows and movies will that actually be?
Health & Fitness | Health
4 Run Workouts You Can Crank Out in Just 40 Minutes on Your Lunch Hour
Take your running to a new level with these quick midday sessions you can crank out in just 40 minutes on your lunch break.
Advice & Self-Help | Dr. Eleanor's Websites & Social Media Links
Whole body vibration shakes up microbiome, reducing inflammation in diabetes - Neuroscience News
Whole-body vibration (WBV) therapy may be a way in which inflammation associated with diabetes can be controlled. WBV alters the microbiome, increasing levels of a bacterium that creates short-chain fatty acids, which help the body to better use glucose.
Politics | Politics
Flashback: Obama-Biden Administration Banned Flights to Israel
Remember, when Joe Biden was vice president, Barack Obama banned all flights to Israel in a move described as a gift to Hamas. His support for Omar and Tlaib after their ban from Israel due to BDS support is hypocritical.
Family & Parenting | Kids
12 Back-to-School Products to Add to Your Shopping List!
Back-to-school season is the busiest, most exhausting, and—with these products—most fun time of year.
News | News
Planned Parenthood Out Of Title X Over Trump Rule
The organization says it is leaving the federal family planning program because of rule changes that prohibit Title X grantees from providing or referring most patients for abortion.
Entertainment | Celebrities!
Matthew Perry at 50: His best quotes on 'Friends,' sobriety and fame
Matthew Perry, who rose to stardom as Chandler Bing in 'Friends,' celebrates his 50th birthday on August 19. We rounded up some of his best quotes.
Entertainment | Star Trek News
After 13 Years Of Rights Issues, Star Trek Is Whole Again
Star Trek was never sold off, yet since 2006 the movie and TV rights have been split. Thanks to corporate wrangling, the franchise is whole again.
News | Antisemitism Watch
Unfortunately, Anti-Semitism Is Alive and Well in Germany over 70 Years after WWII
From the blog of Larry Jacob at The Times of Israel
Science & Technology | Tech News
More Bad News For Apple As New iPhone Upgrades Exposed
Thought you knew everything about Apple's new iPhones? You're wrong...
Gaming | Gaming
Nintendo denies reports of trade-in program for new, upgraded Switch models - The Verge
Nintendo has denied reports that it is offering an exchange program for those looking to upgrade to the newer Nintendo Switch model with improved battery life.
Recipes | Recipes
10 Yummy Soups For Fall Everyone Will Love - Society19
Soups for fall are comforting and delicious and will make you feel oh so cozy as the cold weather approaches. Try these fall soup recipes for a delicious, homecooked meal you can enjoy while curled up on the couch.
Science & Technology | Tech
Making calls with Siri or Google could lead to you getting scammed
If you've ever used Siri or Google to call a business, you could be in danger of falling victim to a new scam the Better Business Bureau is warning.
News | News
Air Force member called 'distasteful' for speaking Spanish in uniform
"This is my dream and [to] tell me that I’m distasteful while wearing my dream, that really triggered me,” said a U.S. Air Force member from Puerto Rico.
News | Israel
The media are mum on the virulently anti-Semitic group behind Rashida Tlaib’s and Ilhan Omar’s since-canceled Israel trip
Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib’s since-canceled trip to Israel was sponsored by Miftah, an exceptionally anti-Semitic group that praises Palestinian terrorists and claims Jews used the blood of Christians in the Jewish Passover. The organization also
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Starbucks set to release pumpkin spice latte on Aug. 27, store managers confirm
We’re barely into the second week of August and the return date of the pumpkin spice latte has set social media ablaze.
Politics | Media Bias
Temple Mount “Worshippers,” Palestinian and Jewish | CAMERA
When is a 'worshipper' not a worshipper? Reuters and AP captions misidentify Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount, forbidden from prayers and rituals, as
News | News
Ilhan Omar & Rashida Tlaib Partnered with Vicious Anti-Semites | National Review
Will pundits, editorial boards, and reporters take a look at the scandal hiding in plain sight?
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Is Your Sleep Cycle Out of Sync? It May Be Genetic
Sleep patterns often run in families, and researchers have been identifying genes that influence them.
