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Gabriel Mecklenburg’s Share Sale And Conversion Reshape Hinge Health Valuation Story
Executive Chairman and Co Founder Gabriel Mecklenburg has completed a multi million dollar sale of Hinge Health (NYSE:HNGE) shares. The transaction also involved converting Class B shares into Class A shares, changing the mix of the company’s share classes. The move alters aspects of Hinge Health’s ownership and voting structure at a time when the stock is trading at $45.0. For you as an investor, this kind of insider activity can be an important signal to consider alongside the recent...
Linux Finally Catches Up to Windows with a Game-Changing Performance Feature
For years, the Linux kernel’s scheduler has been world‑class at balancing loads, yet it missed a crucial, cache‑aware instinct. In modern multi‑core systems, that gap can turn into measurable latency, especially when threads bounce between cores that don’t share the same cache. A new upstream feature, often called Cache Aware Scheduling, is now set to change that equation. A cache‑savvy scheduler arrives At the heart of any OS, the scheduler decides which thread runs where and for how long. In modern CPUs, small private caches (L1 and L2) sit beside each core, while a larger Last Level Cache (LLC, typically L3) is shared among groups of cores. When a task migrates across LLC boundaries, its warm data may vanish from the cache, forcing slower trips to main memory. Cache Aware Scheduling keeps related tasks close to their shared LLC, reducing destructive migrations. By respecting cache topology, the kernel minimizes cold‑start penalties and preserves locality that many workloads desperately need. The result is less thrashing, fewer memory stalls, and more consistent throughput. "Keep tasks close to their data, and the system will keep performance close to its peak." Why this narrows the Windows gap Windows has long leaned on topology‑aware, cache‑sensitive heuristics, especially since the Windows 10 era. That advantage helped Microsoft handle hybrid designs with P‑cores and E‑cores, plus complex cluster and NUMA layouts. With cache awareness integrated upstream, Linux brings parity to this vital dimension, without sacrificing its trademark flexibility. The Linux approach remains deeply configurable, reflecting the ecosystem’s breadth across servers, desktops, and embedded devices. It layers atop existing NUMA‑balancing and energy‑aware logic, refining placement rather than reinventing the wheel. Crucially, it aligns scheduling with the hardware’s real shape, not just with abstract CPU counts. Real‑world gains and who benefits Early tests on Intel Sapphire Rapids platforms point to gains in the 30–45% range for select workloads. Those wins appear in cache‑sensitive tasks like in‑memory analytics, high‑thread compilation, and microservices with tight working‑sets. Games and latency‑bound engines can also feel steadier frame‑times, especially when threads share hot assets. The benefits extend to AMD’s 3D V‑Cache parts, where keeping threads near enlarged cache slices prevents needless misses. Hybrid x86 designs with performance and efficiency cores further profit when cache and core roles are scheduled in concert. Even handhelds running SteamOS can squeeze more out of limited power, translating cache locality into smoother play. Key advantages include: Lower end‑to‑end latency Fewer expensive misses to RAM Better multi‑socket and NUMA behavior Improved energy efficiency More predictable QoS under mixed loads Stronger scaling on dense servers Caveats, tuning, and rollout No scheduler change is purely free, and trade‑offs still exist. Favoring locality can reduce cross‑cluster balance if limits are set too tight. Likewise, fairness and utilization must remain healthy, especially under heterogeneous, bursty workloads. Linux’s implementation is designed to be measured and tunable, not a blunt instrument. It cooperates with energy‑aware scheduling for mobile efficiency, and with NUMA‑balancers on big iron. Expect architecture‑specific refinements as vendors surface richer topology hints and cache‑sharing maps. Upstream integration has begun, with broad distribution adoption likely over the next cycles. Many users will encounter the change through standard kernel updates in 2025–2026, depending on distro cadence. Server‑class kernels may enable or tune it sooner for targeted fleets where cache locality is money in the bank. How to think about performance impact Cache Aware Scheduling amplifies gains when your workload is both CPU‑bound and cache‑sensitive. Think tight inner loops, hot code paths, and datasets that fit snugly in shared LLC. It’s less dramatic for I/O‑bound services or memory‑hungry tasks that blow past cache capacity. Still, even modest locality improvements often translate into smoother tail‑latency, which is where user experience and SLAs typically break. Developers can further help by pinning related threads, batching work, and aligning data to reduce cross‑cluster chatter. The scheduler’s new awareness works best when applications expose good hints. The bottom line By understanding and honoring cache topology, Linux removes a subtle yet costly bottleneck. The kernel’s smarter placement keeps hot data hot and work near where it belongs. That narrows a long‑standing gap with Windows, while preserving the openness and tunability Linux champions. For gamers, creators, and operators, the payoff is practical: more consistent frames, faster builds, and snappier services. For the ecosystem, it’s another step toward hardware‑savvy scheduling that turns transistor complexity into real‑world speed. And for Linux itself, it’s a timely upgrade that matches today’s silicon with tomorrow’s expectations.
Textbooks were wrong: Scientists reveal the surprising way human hair really grows
Hair may grow in a completely different way than scientists once believed. Instead of being pushed out from the root, new research shows that moving cells inside the follicle actually pull the hair upward like a microscopic motor. Advanced 3D imaging revealed a spiral movement of cells that generates this force. The finding could change how scientists study hair loss and design future treatments.
The delicate, ever-changing dance between politics and religion
The dance, really a marathon that brings to mind the classic movie “They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?”, has been going on as long as there have been governments and organized religion. That is to say that this delicate tango has been with us since time immemorial. In ancient times, the state and the state religion […]
Photos: JetBlue's first airport lounge, BlueHouse
JetBlue opened its first luxury lounge at JFK International Airport last year. As a lounge rookie, I knew this was my chance to elevate my experience.
Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City (YZBSTC) Shines at Oceanology International 2026
30 Deep-Sea "Hard-Tech" Innovations Debut on the Global StageLONDON, March 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On March 10 (local time), the Oceanology International 2026 (Oi2026), the world's premier ocean technology exhibition, officially opened in London, UK. Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City Administration, together with China Merchants Sanya Deep-Sea Technology City Development Co., Ltd., led a delegation of marine enterprises and institutions from YZBSTC to participate in this key glob
Trump and Rubio’s Vision of War: The Art of Destroy and Deal
Unleashing his inner hawk, Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans President Trump’s military interventions. So far, they favor regime compliance, not change.
Men's college basketball games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for March 14
Here's the full NCAA men's basketball schedule, for March 14, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
Humanizing Science: Kate Marvel's Human Nature
If you are giving a talk about climate change, the very last thing you want to do is flip through a series of slides with graphs and statistics showing greenhouse […]
NHS and MoD will be urged to buy British tech to drive growth amid Iran crisis
Treasury minister Spencer Livermore trails new strategy as chancellor pins hopes on benefits of AI amid global uncertainty
Fresno District Attorney calls for changes to state's mental health diversion laws
There is a new push to change mental health laws in court. Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp believes "mental health diversion" needs new guardrails.
Guns in schools, rent increases, ICE: CT politics news
Plus: Proposed hospital provider tax changes, a pitch for three-year bachelor's degrees, and a family caregiver tax credit bill advances.
Match Preview presented by DigAlert: LA Galaxy vs Sporting Kansas City
LOS ANGELES (March 13, 2026) – The LA Galaxy will host Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, March 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park, presented by Sherwin-Williams (6:30 p.m. PT, Apple TV - Walmart Saturday Showcase). The club will celebrate Women’s History Month with all-women entertainment, merchandise discounts, and activations honoring
Bright pink insect stands out to blend in, scientists say
A tropical insect has been found to change color from vivid hot pink to green within a fortnight, which scientists believe may mimic the young leaves of rainforest plants. The findings, published this ...
Utah measles outbreak speeds up but there are few changes to daily life
Health officials in the outbreak's epicenter are relying on social media and talk radio to reach residents. Many aren't listening.
Competition among vendors pushes crawfish prices down
Retail crawfish prices across south Louisiana have declined in recent weeks even as tight supply continues to keep wholesale dock prices steady, according to data from The Crawfish App. Crawfish harvesters across the region report reduced hauls, which has held dock prices unchanged for the past two weeks. Typically, when wholesale prices stabilize at the […]
How Bengals signing Jonathan Allen changes NFL draft plan
The Bengals spent big on Jonathan Allen in NFL free agency. What does it mean for the draft?
There's another chance to see Louisiana-shot 'Sinners' before Oscar night. Here are the details.
Event honors the juke joint tradition
Earlier Cholesterol Testing Can Reduce Heart Attacks and Strokes, New Guideline Says
Eleven medical organizations advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes.
Those on state health plan could see provider change again
The State Health Plan is seeking a new insurance provider just over a year into its contract with Aetna.
Netanyahu sells regional change as hopes for Iran regime change fade
Israeli leaders are framing the bombing campaign as having transformed the Middle East in their favour as pressure to end the conflict builds.
How the rapid barometric pressure changes during erratic weather can wreak havoc on our health
Pittsburgh’s weather has been anything but predictable lately. Rapid swings in temperature, gusty winds and quick-moving storm systems have many...
US core capital goods orders unexpectedly flat in January
New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods were unexpectedly unchanged in January and shipments of these products fell, pointing to weakness in business spending on equipment early in the first quarter.
The Record We Kept: America’s Black Think Tank and the Campaigns That Changed American Politics
INTRODUCTION America's Black Think Tank and the Campaigns That Changed Everything For more than five decades, the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies has served as America's Black think tank. Founded in 1970, when the number of Black elected officials in the United States stood at roughly 1,500, while today there are over 10,000
Pittsburgh businesses ready for 2026 NFL Draft
Jim Coen expects his football-themed merchandise to fly off the shelves when the 2026 NFL Draft comes to town April 23. “I’m projecting this NFL Draft to be like two Super Bowls combined,” said Coen, who owns Yinzers in the Burgh, a Strip District store dedicated to all things Pittsburgh
AI ‘Scientists’ Help Human Ones Answer Urgent Climate Questions
Researchers are using the powerful technology to learn more about local effects of climate change, oceans, clouds and more.
World Baseball Classic today: Every WBC game happening on March 13
Here's the full World Baseball Classic schedule for March 13, including game times, TV channels and how to stream.
Reeves vows to ‘crack down’ on energy and fuel bosses exploiting Britons through ‘rip-off’ prices
The chancellor is set to meet with energy bosses over concerns that companies are profiteering from oil and gas prices
Oregon Voters Overwhelmingly Said Yes to Limiting Money in Politics. Then Politicians Had Their Say.
Some 78% of Oregon voters approved limiting campaign contributions in 2020. Four years later, the Legislature finally adopted limits, but an advocate for tighter controls says recent changes render Oregon’s contribution limits “illusory.”
‘We’re in a downward spiral’: Inside the high-stakes battle to reform WorldTour cycling
A confused race calendar and an imbalanced revenue model has led to several attempts to change the sport — could we be nearing a denouement?
How Golden Entertainment (GDEN) Narrative Is Shifting As Analysts Reassess Risk And Reward
Golden Entertainment’s latest analyst update keeps the fair value target steady at $30.50, even as assumptions behind that figure shift. Bullish and bearish voices are now reading the same unchanged headline number in very different ways, with some seeing headroom for upside and others treating it as a signal that the risk or reward balance has cooled. As you read on, you will see how these views are forming and how you can track the story as it continues to evolve. Analyst Price Targets...
A record number of political parties register for Haiti's first election in a decade
A record 280 political parties had registered by Thursday's deadline to participate in Haiti's first general election in a decade, hopeful for a chance to help ease their country's multiple crises.
Big 12 to swap LED glass court for hardwood floor for rest of basketball tournament after players complain
Commissioner Brett Yormark told CBS Sports he made the decision for the change after consulting with coaches
Cowboys change offensive line depth with new signing
The Dallas Cowboys have a new offensive lineman.
Cowboys DT headed to 49ers for 3rd-round pick
Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa has agreed to join the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick in this year's NFL Draft.
Chattanooga Tourism Co. addresses concerns as county looks to shift funds to sports
TheChattanooga Tourism Company is responding to concerns that were raised during a vote by Hamilton County commissioners tomove thousands of dollars away from
Trump changes his tune on oil prices: From the Politics Desk
Plus, state lawmakers advance bills akin to the SAVE America Act.
South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn will run for an 18th term
The decision by the 85-year-old lawmaker cuts against calls for generational change within the party.
Millions of military personnel may rely on hospitals facing financial challenges | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
A significant portion of military personnel, veterans, and their families may be relying on health care from hospitals that are on shaky financial footing, largely due to recent cuts to Medicaid, according to a new analysis.
Google Is Not Ruling Out Ads in Gemini
WIRED spoke with Nick Fox, Google’s SVP of knowledge and information, about how AI is changing the company’s advertising business.
Business School’s New Venture Competition: Cutting edge ventures for today’s ever-changing world
Harvard Business School’s (HBS) Klarman Hall was the site of the March 5 finale of the annual New Venture Competition (NVC), an opportunity for student founders to pitch their ventures…
Student-led Africa Health Conference explores innovative development strategies | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
The fourth annual Africa Health Conference featured discussions of innovative strategies for driving public health change.
Terrence Howard says he 'passed' on chance to date Beyoncé during her Destiny's Child days
Terrence Howard opens up about how he allegedly had the chance to date Beyoncé years ago, before deciding to date a different Destiny's Child member.
James Clyburn to Run for House Again, Defying Push for Generational Change
The Democratic power broker had kept his plans under wraps but signaled he wanted to be around to see the first Black speaker elected, a milestone the party is well positioned to reach next year.
Glade politics
I have an extraordinary penchant for projection. I place myself in someone else’s shoes to such an extent that I assume talking and learning from my subjects of study themselves
MacBook Neo Teardown: Modular Ports, Glue-Less Battery, Zero Tape
A teardown of the new MacBook Neo by Australian YouTube repair channel Tech Re-Nu reveals what may be the most modular and repair-friendly Mac laptop in recent times. The Neo is shown being taken apart in just six minutes, suggesting Apple has prioritized simplicity across the board, using standard Torx screws (T3, T5, and T8) and a clean cable routing design. To open the aluminum body, eight screws on the bottom are loosened, similar to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
Uh, Scientists Have Significantly Miscalculated Earth’s Sea Levels
Scientists found that sea levels are much higher than geoid measurements previously indicated, especially in the global south.
Starting my businesses changed how I parent my kids
After my first company was acquired by Walmart Labs, I began teaching my children how to solve problems like entrepreneurs.
A major change could be coming in mental health diagnoses, psychiatrists say
The world’s largest professional psychiatry organization is preparing for the day when biological indicators help diagnose and treat mental illness.
The Republican Party Continues Eating Its Own
What one lawmaker’s defection from the GOP says about the state of politics
Why people believe conspiracy theories: A political scientist’s view
Political scientist Joseph Uscinski, a professor at the University of Miami, talks about conspiracy theories and the people who believe them. Uscinski’s research has found that conspiracy theories are not new, nor are they more prevalent than in the past. What has changed, he says, is that people at the highest echelons of power in the United States are embracing conspiracy theories, and conspiracy-mindedness is becoming more concentrated in one political party than in the past.
Meta’s Moltbook gamble looks a lot like bubble behavior
Meta, the company that changed its entire brand identity five years ago on the promise of a technology it turned out no one wanted, just spent an undisclosed sum to acquire Moltbook, a “social network” built for “AI agents.”
Opinion | Trump’s Way of Doing Business With the World May Cost All of Us
Either the budget changes, or America’s relationship with the rest of the world does.
The Savannah Bananas are coming to New Orleans. What to know about tickets, parking, bag policy
Don’t have Bananas tickets? You may still have a chance.
University of Toledo to Host Regional Science Day on March 14
Students from eight northwest Ohio counties to compete in the annual science fair and the chance to move on to the state research competition.
Exercise and brain function, hedgehog hearing, and can AI change our minds?
The Guardian’s science editor, Ian Sample, talks to Madeleine Finlay about three eye-catching science stories from the week
Depression may start with an energy problem in brain cells
Researchers have discovered a surprising change in how cells produce energy in people with depression. Brain and blood cells in young adults with major depressive disorder produced more energy molecules at rest but had trouble increasing energy production when needed. Scientists believe this imbalance may contribute to symptoms such as fatigue and low motivation. The finding could help pave the way for earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatments.
Two People Die at Paid Plasma Donation Clinics in Canada
Grifols, a Spanish health care company, operates clinics in Canada that collect blood plasma from donors in exchange for an honorarium.
Finding solutions for Oregon's business struggles
A business leader calls for major tax, land use and regulatory changes.
‘The Floor’: Season 5 Premiere Date & ‘Game-Changing Twist’ Revealed
Find out what's new when the Rob Lowe-hosted show returns.
Google is making Android phones faster and improving battery life with this change
Google is working on some behind-the-scenes changes that should make Android phones feel faster while also improving battery life. Announced...
The Galaxy S26 series is now officially on sale, and the trade-in values have plummeted
You’ve had two weeks to pre-order Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 lineup, but if you missed your chance, you might’ve also...
Why I Changed My Mind on Bible Prophecy and Politics
“It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority.”
Trump’s revolutionary sense of time is changing politics
The US president doesn’t think in terms of long-term strategy but rather in terms of deadlines
Scientists Discovered Light Follows Quantum Rules. It Could Change Physics.
For more than 40 years, scientists have known that the quantum Hall effect impacts electrons in strong magnetic fields, but it turns out light also follows the fundamental phenomenon.
Legislature overwhelmingly approves changes to Oregon open meetings law, even after key lawmakers admit flaws
Any local government body could meet in private to learn and share information about a policy, personnel or budget matter without having to notify the public or keep minutes.
This billionaire wants to make science better, especially for AI
In this edition of AI Prognosis: Seemay Chou and Becky Pferdehirt's bold vision for how Radial will change science for AI
iPhone 18 Pro Max Thickness and Weight Allegedly Revealed
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max will be slightly thicker than its predecessor, measuring in at 8.8mm, up from 8.75mm on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The information comes from oft-accurate Weibo-based leaker Ice Universe. The claim chimes with a report last year that alleged hardware changes in the iPhone 18 Pro Max will make it the heaviest iPhone yet.
Spectrum Business and RingCentral Expand Partnership With AI Contact Center and Conversation Intelligence to Transform Customer Experiences
Spectrum and RingCentral, Inc. have expanded their partnership to make RingCentral’s RingCX, an AI-first omnichannel contact center, and its AI Conversation Expert (ACE), advanced conversation intelligence, available to Spectrum Business customers.
Casualties and the Cost of War | WSJ Politics Blog for March 11
Plus, the U.S. and Israel at odds over how long the war should last, an erroneous tweet by the energy secretary, and Ireland changes tack for St Patrick’s Day.
World Baseball Classic games today: Every WBC game happening on March 11
Here's the full World Baseball Classic schedule for March 11, including game times, TV channels and how to stream.
Mobile brain scans sound like science fiction. But they're now helping more Canadian patients
A rising number of Canadian facilities are using mobile brain scanners to help patients, by offering MRIs mid-surgery in hospital or diagnosing stroke right on the roadside. So what's the future of this game-changing technology?
India-China reset? Relaxed rules allow Beijing to invest in India after about six years of friction
The Indian cabinet has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy, allowing investments from "Land Bordering Countries."
World Baseball Classic: 'Misspoke' or 'misread the calculations'? Either way, Team USA fumbled its chance in loss to Italy
Our biggest concerns for Illinois entering tournament play
Is it too late for the Illini to change their mindset?
Solveig Løvseth on The Business of Winning a World Championship
After winning in Kona, the Norwegian's financial situation changed dramatically.
How Bengals signing Boye Mafe overhauls NFL draft plan
How does the Bengals' big add in NFL free agency change their draft plans for Round 1?
Smart Plants in a Changing World Science
The Salk Institute is teaming up with the Del Mar Foundation for a three-part webinar series to highlight Salk's foundational research in brain health, cancer, and agriculture. Join us on Wednesday, March 11, at 10 a.m. to learn directly from Salk scientist Lucia Strader about how plants sense and respond to their environments, and how understanding these natural survival strategies can help us develop crops that thrive in a changing world. The Del Mar Foundation is offering a 1:1 Challenge Match through June. Gifts made during the webinar series will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling your impact on critical research. Donors who give $1,000 or more to an area of greatest need will also join the Discovery Society, with special access to Salk news and events. Salk Institute on Facebook / Instagram
How Pope Leo's Catholic Church is Influencing U.S. Politics
Pope Leo is changing how the American Catholic Church operates, energizing progressive Catholics.
Patriots Could Make Surprising Change To Romeo Doubs' Game
New England may change where wide receiver Romeo Doubs lines up.
How pollutants interact inside the body to impact health | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Peng Gao studies the “exposome”—the measure of an individual’s total environmental exposures over the course of their life and how those exposures impact biology and health.
Raleigh parking plan could double on-street rates to $2.50/hr and impact small-businesses
Downtown Raleigh merchants and residents are sweating the possibility of parking rate hikes on the horizon.
3D human liver reconstruction reveals changes in cirrhosis
A new 3D reconstruction of human liver tissue revealed changes to the liver’s internal structure in liver disease.
Why authentic leadership matters more than ever
Mission-driven leaders are facing unprecedented pressure as economic uncertainty, political polarization, rapid technological change and growing public scrutiny reshape how organizations operate, Harvard Business Review writes. A recent analysis highlights how these overlapping forces are turning routine decisions into tests of values, strategy and credibility. Research based on surveys and discussions with nonprofit and social […]
NBA Power Rankings: Race to top Thunder tightens, Pistons stumble
There are six teams in the Eastern Conference that have a legitimate chance to claim the No. 5 and 6 seeds, both of which are clear of the play-in.
Apple's New MacBooks Have a Keyboard Change You Might Have Missed
The new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models feature a keyboard change that was easy to miss during Apple's announcements last week. The new U.S. English keyboard layout On the U.S. English version of the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro keyboards, the tab, caps lock, shift, return, and delete keycaps now have glyphs on them. On previous-generation models, these keys are labeled with text instead. This change was spotted by "Mr. Macintosh" last week, and it extends to the MacBook Neo.
Apple’s new MacBooks have keyboard change you might notice instantly
Apple’s newest MacBooks all change the keyboard to remove several former text labels in favor of glyphs. Here are the details.
ZOO ATLANTA CELEBRATES LEARNING, SCIENCE, AND MORE ON MARCH 14
Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore the amazing world of bioinspired design
Apple’s 'game changer' MacBook Neo gets rave reviews on pricing and design
Apple's (AAPL) new $599 MacBook Neo, which will be available in stores from Wednesday, saw positive reviews on pricing, design, and performance.
Oregon lawmakers plug health funding gaps, brace for federal Medicaid changes
From vaccine access and urgent care standards to abortion protections and Medicaid funding, Oregon’s session reshaped the state’s health safety net.
Boilermaker Business: How My First Year At Purdue Daniels Changed Me
Learn how Luke Ellis’ first year at the Purdue Daniels School of Business helped him discover where he belongs and who they are becoming.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
Something big is changing in auditing
"We’re already seeing the rise of the 'AI Auditor,'" says Steve Soter, VP and industry principal at Workiva.
BV Investment Partners Announces Investment in Moxe Health
BV Investment Partners ("BV"), a middle-market private equity firm focused on tech-enabled business services and solutions, today announced it has made a majority investment in Moxe Health ("Moxe"), a leading EHR-neutral clinical data exchange platform. BV is partnering with CEO, Mike Coyne, CFO/COO, Katie Mallett, Founder, Dan Wilson, and the broader Moxe leadership team to support the company's next phase of growth.
Microsoft boss Nadella vows to "always" invest in video games following Xbox leadership change
The CEO says that the company is "long" on the sector; his comments come amid concerns about the future of the firm's games business
World Baseball Classic today: Every game happening on March 10
Here's the full World Baseball Classic schedule for March 10, including game times, TV channels and how to stream.
Reeves to face MPs’ grilling over cost-of-living pressures
Chancellor to take Treasury questions amid market turbulence linked to Middle East conflict
Women's college basketball games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for March 10
Here's the full NCAA women's basketball schedule, for March 10, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
Germany's Iran Policy in the Dilemma of International Law and Israeli Interests
When it comes to the Middle East, Germany appears to be pursuing a policy that completely disregards the rules of international law.
Med school best friends create guide for new immigrants navigating health care system
The project is supported by a 2025 Remillard Family Community Service Fund grant.