Some people are better able to weather life’s storms than others. While factors like genetics, upbringing and coping skills play a role in stress resilience, scientists are uncovering an unexpected player in this complex equation: the trillions of microorganisms residing in your gut. In fact, research suggests the composition of your gut microbiome, the vast community of bacteria, fungi and other microbes inhabiting your digestive tract, may influence how you respond to stress. This emerging field of study is revealing intricate connections between your gut microbes and your mental state, offering new insights into stress management and mental health. The…
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Key Takeaways Diverse Business Ideas: Solopreneurs can explore various business models, including online coaching, e-commerce, and course creation, catering to different skills and market demands. Importance of a Business Plan: Crafting a solid business plan is crucial for defining goals, identifying niches, and setting financial objectives, which guide long-term success. Effective Marketing Strategies: Leveraging social media and building an email list are vital for customer acquisition and brand awareness, driving engagement and sales. Utilizing Tools and Resources: Access to the right platforms and tools, such as financial management software and e-commerce solutions, enhances operational efficiency and business growth. Navigating Challenges:…
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The NBA on NBC will forever be associated with Michael Jordan. Jordan’s Chicago Bulls dominated the ‘90s when NBC had the league’s broadcasting rights. With NBC getting its NBA coverage back next season, they pulled off the trick of getting Jordan back as well. It was announced on Monday that Jordan will be working with the NBA on NBC when they return in October, as a special contributor to the brand. A legendary addition to our team! We’re thrilled to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock. pic.twitter.com/Pjsq8tokfi — NBA on NBC and…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As a father, I’m used to fielding questions from my kids. Why can’t we see the air? Do fish get thirsty? Why don’t cats have eyebrows? I don’t always know the answer. Worse still, I don’t always have the time to answer question after question…after question. I love that my kids are inquisitive; I am, too. I’m also glad that lately, they’re directing some of their questions to AI, lobbing questions at ChatGPT like they would a parent, teacher or other trusted adult. It’s an assistant with endless time (and all the…
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MCP for DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps: Real-World Use Cases and FutureInsights In the previous post on MCP for DevOps: Architecture and Components, we discussed what MCP is and is not. We dove into a few architectural components and gently touched on use cases. Now, let’s explore a few possible use cases for MCP in DevOps/NetOps/SecOps. I have cherry-picked a few customer and partner use cases I’ve personally worked with and found appropriate for our discussion. My list will not be exhaustive, but it should give you a solid view of practical uses for MCP. Let your mind ponder the possibilities in…
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Image source: Unsplash We like to think of our investment portfolios as neutral—just numbers, percentages, and line graphs meant to grow over time. But what if the companies quietly funding your retirement are also quietly dismantling the world you care about? Today, your financial choices can directly fund industries or practices that conflict with your personal beliefs. And when profit margins begin to override principles, it’s a warning sign: your portfolio might be steering your morals instead of the other way around. Here are seven subtle but powerful clues that your investments have taken the wheel and your empathy is…
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Vice President Sara Duterte is seen in a screengrab from a video posted on her Facebook page. Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday categorically dismissed the complaints of inciting to sedition and grave threats filed against her by the National Bureau of Investigation, which accused her of allegedly plotting to kill President Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez last year. Accompanied by her lawyers, she presented her counter affidavit to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to “set the facts straight” regarding the allegations. “I categorically deny the charges against me,” she said on the first page of…
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When we eat carbohydrates like white rice and pasta, we digest them rapidly, causing surges in blood sugar. But there is a way to slow digestion down. Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/Getty Images Naughty or nice? That’s often how I think about foods packed with carbohydrates. Whole grains, like brown rice and whole wheat, fall squarely into the nice category, while white pasta and rice, well, they’re more naughty. “They’re naughty, in a sense, because we digest them rapidly and that creates a fast rise in blood sugar,” says nutritionist Mindy Patterson, at Texas…
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I have been following some of the best AI chatbots space ever since ChatGPT made a stunning debut in 2022.
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I came across digital signage at my home airport some years ago.