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travel1 month ago•14 min saved

Etiquette Experts and Surveys Highlight Common Air Travel Faux Pas

A recent HuffPost guide and a YouGov survey commissioned by The Points Guy highlight that airplane etiquette is a growing concern for U.S. travelers. While experts like Jackie Vernon-Thompson and Jodi R.R. Smith advise against crowding gates, blocking aisles, or reclining seats without checking behind, survey data shows 42% of Americans believe passenger behavior has worsened in the past five years. Noise remains the top complaint, with 27% citing loud conversations or unheadphoned media as the most annoying behavior. Most travelers blame fellow passengers rather than airlines for poor conduct, emphasizing a desire for courtesy over strict new rules.

via HuffPost|

#air-travel #boarding #etiquette

technology3 months ago•11 min saved

Love by Algorithm: AI Romantic Partners Catch On in the U.S.

About 19% of American adults have chatted with an AI designed as a romantic partner, with higher shares among 18–30-year-olds (31% of men and 23% of women). A 2026 study finds one in seven dating/engaged/married young adults regularly interact with AI partners, and another survey reports around 10% monthly usage among 18–28-year-olds. The growth of AI companion apps (roughly 700% between 2022 and mid-2025) suggests rising demand, but researchers caution that self-reported data can’t establish prevalence or long-term effects. Some findings show short-term loneliness relief when users feel heard, while others warn of risks to wellbeing and real relationships, with additional safety concerns for minors. Overall, AI romantic partnerships appear to be a growing phenomenon with uncertain long-term consequences.

via Space Daily|

#artificial-intelligence #loneliness #romantic-partners

economy6 months ago•3 min saved

Public Mood Diverges From a Steady Economy in 2026

Even with solid macro data—low unemployment around 4.3%, modest inflation around 3.3%, and ongoing growth—the public remains deeply negative about the 2026 economy. The disparity is driven by lingering inflation experiences, energy-price fluctuations, and sharp partisan divides that shape perceptions more than headline metrics.

via Axios|

#economy #inflation #public-opinion

economy8 months ago•13 min saved

US consumer confidence sinks to 2014 low, prompting caution on spending

US consumer confidence dropped to its lowest level since 2014, signaling heightened household caution and a likely slowdown in consumer spending amid uncertain economic conditions.

via AP News|

#consumer-confidence #economy #spending

business1 year ago•11 min saved

Employees Frustrated with Repetitive Engagement Surveys

The article critiques the effectiveness of employee engagement surveys, highlighting employee dissatisfaction and skepticism about their impact, despite their widespread use and the significant investment companies make in them. It discusses the history, purpose, and limitations of such surveys, emphasizing that they often fail to foster genuine trust or lead to meaningful change, and suggests that true engagement requires more open communication and trust beyond just surveys.

via Business Insider|

#business #employee-engagement #hr-practices

finance1 year ago•0 min saved

Rising Concerns Over Credit Risk in SRTs

Market participants are increasingly worried about the credit risk associated with significant risk transfers (SRTs), which are used by banks for capital relief. Watchdogs have warned that these could threaten financial stability, and surveys indicate a negative or neutral sentiment towards credit risk in SRTs in the US and Europe since June.

via Bloomberg|

#banking #creditrisk #finance

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Exit Polls Predict Jagan Reddy's Win Amid Survey Controversies

Among numerous exit polls, only Aaraa Mastan and Smart Exit Polls are considered genuine, having conducted ground-level surveys. Both show similar projections, with Aaraa Mastan predicting specific leaders' defeats and Smart Exit Poll providing a range of possible outcomes. National media exit polls are deemed unreliable.

via Greatandhra|

#aaraa-mastan #election-predictions #exit-polls

retirement-planning2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Surprising Trend of Early Retirement Among Americans"

Despite longer life expectancy and the ability to work remotely, the average American retires at 62, earlier than expected, due to health issues or job-related factors. Many retirees cited health limitations or job changes as reasons for early retirement, with only a small percentage retiring later than planned. Financial experts advise starting retirement planning early, being conservative in retirement age estimates, and focusing on broad retirement goals rather than specific numbers, given the unpredictability of retirement timing and financial outcomes.

via USA TODAY|

#financial-planning #health #retirement

science-and-astronomy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Secrets of the Universe: Data Science Revolutionizes Space Exploration"

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a data science method to match astronomical objects across different surveys, allowing for a deeper understanding of the cosmos. By assigning a "score" to pairs of observations from different surveys, the researchers were able to quickly and effectively match objects between 100 different catalogs. This method helps scientists extract more knowledge from the vast amount of data collected by telescopes, contributing to the building of theories about the universe. The team's code is publicly available, and their research was published in The Astronomical Journal.

via Space.com|

#astronomical-objects #data-science #johns-hopkins-university

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Microsoft's Annoying Demand: Explain Why You're Quitting OneDrive

Microsoft is continuing its annoying tactics with OneDrive by forcing users to take a survey every time they close the app, asking for reasons why they chose to quit. The survey offers a list of reasons to choose from, with the option to cancel or quit OneDrive. This pushy approach is reminiscent of previous instances where Microsoft inserted ads and reminders in Windows 11. While Microsoft may hope to gather valuable data to improve the OneDrive experience, users find these tactics suffocating and intrusive.

via Gizmodo|

#ads #microsoft #onedrive