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  • Over seven years of running, I made all these mistakes. One put me in bed for two weeks

    This article is a personal reflection by a journalist on the common mistakes made during his seven-year running journey. It aims to guide new and intermediate runners toward a healthier and more sustainable approach by sharing lessons learned from personal errors, one of which led to a two-week illness due to dehydration. Overtraining and Neglecting […]

  • Daniels’ Training Method – How Mateusz Kaczor Runs a 2:09:35 Marathon

    This article explores the practical application of the Jack Daniels training method, as used by Polish marathon runner Mateusz Kaczor to achieve his record time of 2:09:35. It presents his insights from the Biegowe 360 stopni 2024 conference, offering a real-world example of one of the most respected training systems in long-distance running. How the […]

  • Swedish scientists explain how diet affects longevity. Results of a 15-year study

    A 15-year study by Sweden’s Karolinska Institutet, involving over 2,400 older adults, examined the relationship between dietary patterns and the development of chronic diseases. The research aimed to identify which types of diets contribute to a longer, healthier life. Key Arguments and Findings The study compared four dietary models. Three healthy models (MIND, AHEI, AMED) […]

  • AI Adoption Declines in Large Corporations Amidst High Failure Rates

    Recent data from the US Census Bureau indicates a significant slowdown in the adoption of Artificial Intelligence solutions among large corporations. The adoption rate for companies with over 250 employees dropped from a peak of 14% in June to 12% in August, marking the largest decrease since tracking began, suggesting that the initial hype is […]

  • Does Aggression Spread Like a Virus? Surprising Research Findings

    A study published in the “Journal of Neuroscience” investigates whether aggression can be socially transmitted, suggesting that observing aggressive acts, particularly by friends, can lead to similar behavior in the observer. The research, conducted on mice, provides a neurological basis for this phenomenon. Key Findings from the Study Researchers from Southern University of Illinois found […]

  • The Engineer in the AI Age: The Orchestrator and Architect

    This article explores how generative AI is fundamentally transforming the role of software developers, shifting their focus from manual coding to high-level orchestration and architectural design. With AI tools handling routine programming tasks, developers are increasingly measured by their ability to supervise, validate, and curate AI-generated output. Key Arguments and Shifts From Coder to Architect: […]

  • Vibe Coding Fails Enterprise Reality Check

    This article critically examines “vibe coding”—the practice of generating software from plain English prompts using AI. It argues that while the concept is appealing, it is fundamentally unsuitable for serious, enterprise-level applications due to two major problems. Key Arguments Against Vibe Coding Poor Training Data: AI coding tools are trained on public repositories like GitHub, […]

  • Increase Joy and Get Things Done? Three Simple Hacks

    This article addresses the common challenge of balancing daily distractions with the need to complete both large, meaningful projects and small, boring tasks. It argues that by consciously managing our time with a few simple techniques rooted in psychology, we can significantly increase our productivity and overall sense of joy and self-esteem. ## Key Strategies […]

  • VaultGemma 1B: A Milestone in Privacy-Preserving AI Training

    Google AI and DeepMind have released VaultGemma 1B, the largest open-weight language model trained entirely with differential privacy (DP). This development tackles the critical issue of LLMs memorizing and potentially leaking sensitive or personally identifiable information from their training data. The Central Theme: Privacy by Design The core question addressed is how to build powerful […]

  • 14-Year Study Finds Secret to Faster Aging Lies in Childhood Tobacco Exposure

    A major 14-year study conducted by Chinese researchers has established a direct link between exposure to tobacco in early life—either in the womb or during childhood—and accelerated biological aging in adulthood. The research, published in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings,” analyzed data from over 320,000 British individuals to understand how early environmental factors shape long-term health. Key […]

  • A 5-Stage Master Prompting System for GPT-5

    To get high-quality results from GPT-5, it’s essential to use a structured prompting method rather than simple commands. This guide outlines a five-stage master prompt, derived from OpenAI’s own recommendations, designed to unlock the model’s full potential for complex tasks. This system is intended for the crucial first prompt in a new project, setting the […]

  • The Most Effective Way to Discipline Teenagers: Natural & Logical Consequences

    This video argues that the most effective way to discipline teenagers is not through punishment or removing privileges, but by using natural consequences. This approach teaches teens to take responsibility for their actions by allowing them to experience the direct results of their choices without parental intervention. Natural Consequences: The Primary Approach Natural consequences are […]