As culture fractures into a thousand algorithmic niches and madeup genres, it feels like there’s barely anything that hijacks everyone’s brains at once. In the 2020s, we’ve only gotten a few feeble shreds of musical monoculture in the US, like the Kendrick/Drake war and the near-universal outcry against The Idol. And these were often focused more on circumstances […]
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Eight Sleep has unveiled its most advanced sleep solution yet with the launch of Pod 5, an AI-powered system that transforms any bed into a personalized, health-optimizing environment. Building on the success of previous generations, Pod 5 marks a significant leap in sleep technology by integrating temperature regulation, automatic elevation, ambient soundscapes, and passive health […]
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Mindfulness exercises paired with music were found to engage both neural and cardiac systems, potentially reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. A recent study showed that live and virtual music mindfulness sessions lowered stress and altered states of consciousness, though only live sessions fostered social connection. By enhancing autonomic nervous system activity and creating a […]
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Traditional advertising is, by nature, an interruption—even when it’s relevant. Despite marketers’ best efforts to minimize friction and connect with the right audience, consumers still see ads as something to endure—if they engage with them at all. With ad fatigue and avoidance hitting an all-time high, spending on digital channels continues to grow, topping $300 billion last year. Driven […]
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Pitchfork’s editors are already sorting, compiling, and straining to remember all the music that’s been released this year. So we’re spotlighting some of 2025’s most outstanding records to date by rounding up albums that have earned high scores and Best New Music designations with a quick list of RIYLs (that’s Recommended If You Like) and […]
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Streaming services are known for having award-worthy series but also plenty of duds. Our guide to the best TV shows on Netflix is updated weekly to help you know which series you should move to the top of your queue. They aren’t all surefire winners—we love a good less-than-obvious gem—but they’re all worth your time, trust […]
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