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www.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago
OMG science

Don't Fall for These Five Dangerous Tanning Myths

Sun protection is crucial year-round to prevent health issues like skin cancer, despite misconceptions around tanning's benefits. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 days ago
Marketing

6 Things Every Brand Should Understand About PR | Entrepreneur

Public relations is vital but expensive, with costs not always transparent. Misconceptions exist about PR agencies and the results they can achieve for brands. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago
LGBT

I Kissed a Girl cast have enlightening discussion about bisexuality

The cast of 'I Kissed a Girl' have conversations about their sexuality, discussing bisexuality and the misconceptions surrounding it. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Business

Whopping 60% of Americans Wrongly Believe US Economy is in Recession

Most Americans have a negative view of the U.S. economy, incorrectly attributing recession to President Biden, despite positive economic indicators. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Biden's record is good but voters don't feel it. Character, not policy, is key to victory | Robert Reich

Americans are incorrectly pessimistic about the economy, despite significant evidence of growth and improvement under President Biden. [ more ]
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The Atlantic
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

The Reich Stuff

The controversy surrounding a video Trump reposted on Truth Social highlights misconceptions and quick judgments in public perception. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
Cars

Negative coverage means more than four out of 10 think EVs catch fire easily

Negative coverage is impacting public perception of electric vehicles, with misconceptions leading to decreased demand. [ more ]
morepublic-perception
MarTech
2 weeks ago
UX design

24 customer experience misconceptions debunked | MarTech

Customer experience is the sum of all customer-brand interactions, including emotions and perceptions. Misconceptions dilute its importance. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

Ordinal Derangement Syndrome (ODS) Is a Real Phenomenon

Ordinals not thoroughly understood by some in Bitcoin community, leading to dismissive attitudes termed 'Ordinal Derangement Syndrome (ODS).' [ more ]
Consequence
3 weeks ago
Mental health

YUNGBLUD Challenges the Misconceptions About Mental Health Improvement: Podcast

YUNGBLUD discusses personal mental health journey, challenges misconceptions of losing one's 'true self' during healing process. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The Truth About the Bees

Honeybees are not at imminent risk of extinction despite popular belief. [ more ]
Knowledge at Wharton
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Five Myths About Generative AI That Leaders Should Know

Generative AI has a massive user base and is excelling at tasks previously believed to be exclusive to human intellect. The advent of multimodal models like GPT-4 and Gemini Advanced enhances human-like interactions. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
UX design

7 Controversial Myths About Design Systems

The article addresses misconceptions about design systems in the ECEMEA markets, highlighting the negative impact of strict enforcement and lack of flexibility on designers. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
JavaScript

How my butch identity taught me to value intersectionality - and uplift lesbians

The importance of embracing identity and diversity within the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
OMG science

What You Really Need to Know About Antidepressants

Antidepressants are widely prescribed, but misconceptions exist about their effectiveness and usage. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Cardi B shares controversial take on sexual orientation after watching Baby Reindeer

Cardi B expressed controversial views on the show Baby Reindeer, falsely linking male sexual assault to homosexuality. [ more ]
Cornell Chronicle
1 month ago
Design

Art exhibition sheds light on invisible aspects of disability | Cornell Chronicle

Expressing unseen aspects of identity through art helps individuals with disabilities.
An arts exhibition provides a platform for showcasing the experiences and challenges of people with disabilities. [ more ]
Coady
1 month ago
Python

GraphQL root fields

Root fields in GraphQL are not special; all types have fields, leading to misconceptions and design choices. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London food

Anyone for cowboy butter?': lunch with Joe Lycett at one of Birmingham's hottest restaurants

Misconception about sweetbreads by comedian Joe Lycett while exploring unique culinary creations. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Data science

Do You Know How Flavor Works?

Flavorama is a book by Arielle Johnson explaining the basics of flavor science and its application with recipes included.
The book aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical culinary understanding, addressing common misconceptions about flavor. [ more ]
BOOK RIOT
2 months ago
Books

You're Wrong About These Common Myths About Book Ban: Book Censorship News, March 22, 2024

Misconceptions about book bans stem from a lack of information, not intentional misinformation.
Book bans can drive students away from libraries and limit their access to reading materials. [ more ]
HuffPost
2 months ago
Relationships

Here's 1 Sex Lesson Everyone Could Stand To Learn From 'Love Is Blind'

Conversations about birth control can be complicated and misconstrued.
Education about birth control methods is still lacking. [ more ]
The Nation
3 months ago
Design

A Hidden History of Europe's Pre-Modernist Women Artists

Linda Nochlin's influential essay in 1971 deconstructed misconceptions about the nature of art and human excellence.
Nochlin's argument highlights the social order's impact on artistic activity and questions the exclusion of women from achieving greatness in art. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

The Guardian view on London: diversity thrives while Tories pander to prejudice | Editorial

Conservatives' negative views on London are based on misconceptions and stereotypes.
The Tory party's perception of London is influenced by political bias and lack of factual understanding. [ more ]
The Nation
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Isn't a Radical Technology

Flawed portrayal of AI's influence on democracy
Exaggeration by tech insiders and media [ more ]
HuffPost
3 months ago
US news

'Regular' People Are Sharing The Most Entitled Thing A Rich Person Has Ever Said To Them, And Holy Crap

The article highlights instances of wealth privilege and the insensitivity of some wealthy individuals towards those who are less fortunate.
The quotes provided show the lack of empathy and understanding from wealthy individuals towards those who face financial struggles. [ more ]
App Developer Magazine
3 months ago
Agile

Agile myths busted by Adaptavist| App Developer Magazine

Myth: Agile is just for the team level
Myth: Documentation isn't important [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Video games

The Guardian view on video games: computer generated worlds are influencing real ones | Editorial

Video games provide a space for vulnerability and emotional exploration.
Gaming has the potential to forge human connections and challenge assumptions through alternate realities. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Food & drink

Homelessness: Busting myths and giving you facts

A video of a fast food worker soaking the sleeping bag of a homeless man went viral.
Elodie Berland from Streets Kitchen addresses questions and misconceptions about the issue. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 months ago
Podcast

A Podcasting Pioneer Shares His 3 Biggest Tips for Success | Entrepreneur

Podcasting needs more people on the buy side
Podcasting offers opportunities for small shops to accomplish big things [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Mental health

The majority of US gun deaths are suicides. Here's how to prevent them

The majority of gun deaths in the US are suicides, not homicides.
Gun suicides are impulsive and the time between decision and action is often very short.
Firearms have a high fatality rate compared to other methods of suicide. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
6 months ago
Public health

Does the flu shot make you sick and do you need it every year? California doctors answer

Misconceptions and conspiracies surrounding the flu vaccine cause hesitation.
Flu activity in California typically peaks between December and February.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
16 hours ago
Social justice

Child sex abuse is all around us and online it can start with legal porn | Sonia Sodha

Child sexual abuse online goes beyond stereotypes; it's prevalent, not limited to a specific type of individual, and driven by power dynamics and opportunity. [ more ]
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