Selasa, 14 Juni 2016

The Upside Of Being Overly-Sensitive

You might have noticed that there's a change in the air. The Daily Digg is now Digg Editions. Digg Editions still have the same great stories handpicked by our Editors, just with a little more flair, and some top news to freshen things up. Tell us what you think
Is There A Disorder That Makes You Over-Sensitive?
Digg Editions
Morning · Tue, Jun 14
SENSORY OVERLOAD
Is There A Disorder That Makes You Over-Sensitive?
digg.com
When a gentle glow feels like a spotlight and everyday sounds hurt your ears, life can get anxious and painful. But, discovers Emma Young, there may be an upside to being a highly sensitive person.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Omar Mateen, An 'Americanized Guy,' Shows Threat Of Lone Terrorists
French Police Start Process Of Deporting Russians Over Euro 2016 Fan Violence
Donald Trump Revokes Washington Post's Credentials
ICYMI: Just The Good Stuff From Apple's WWDC Keynote
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The Smart Way To Buy Glasses (From Just $24)
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NOT AS CRAZY AS YOU THINK
YES YOU, CHICKEN LITTLE
Could A Satellite Fall On Your Head?
bbc.com
As the amount of orbiting space junk increases, what happens when it drops from the sky? German scientists are trying to find out.
LIFE-SAVING HYDRATION? PRICELESS
The Ad Campaign That Convinced Americans To Pay For Water
priceonomics.com
Even if they could afford it, many people would balk at the thought of paying $10,000 for a sandwich. And yet the majority of Americans pay a similar markup, essentially, for a bottle of water.
THE COMPLY AND DEMAND CURVE
The Case For Neck Tattoos, According To Economists
theatlantic.com
When it comes to demonstrating commitment, talk is cheap. Stamping a symbol where anyone can see it isn't.
GUNS IN AMERICA
PROUD CLINGER OF HER GUNS
Three Days On The Trail With The Most Radical Pro-Gun Candidate For Congress
buzzfeed.com
Best known for her support of an Oregon militia's armed standoff against the federal government, Michele Fiore is now trying to become part of that government.
A WALK DOWN MEMORY BLAME
A Brief History Of America's Massive Gun-Buying Spree
motherjones.com
How the NRA and gun makers exploited politics and paranoia to sell millions of weapons.
IS 50 ENOUGH?
Gun Laws And Terrorism: An American Nightmare
newyorker.com
Will the proliferation of extremist terrorism finally make America confront its lack of gun restrictions?
BEFORE YOU GO
BUT, UH, DOES IT BLEND?
Trying To Blend A Red Hot Nickel Ball Just Seems Super Dangerous
digg.com
The RHNB is dangerous enough when it's just sitting there, so why would you accelerate one to high speeds with a blender blade?
That's all for this morning. Now go on and have just the greatest day today.

Sabtu, 11 Juni 2016

Just The Good Stuff From This Week

You might have noticed that there's a change in the air. The Daily Digg is now Digg Editions. Digg Editions still have the same great stories handpicked by our Editors, just with a little more flair, and some top news to freshen things up. Tell us what you think
Smartphones Won't Make Your Kids Dumb. We Think
Digg Editions
Morning · Sat, Jun 11
WEEKEND LONG READS
SCREENING QUESTIONS
Smartphones Won't Make Your Kids Dumb. We Think
digg.com
Sandy, like many parents, is concerned about how much time her 18-month-old spends in front of screens. Weighing up the available evidence, Olivia Solon explains that she might be worrying too much.
JUST KEEP SWIMMING
Lost At Sea
esquire.com
​The incredible story of Bill Durden, who survived 20 hours treading water in the Gulf of Mexico.
TOUCH OF JAY
Meet The Maserati-Driving Deadhead Lawyer Who Stands Between Hackers And Prison
buzzfeed.com
A medical marijuana and criminal defense lawyer from Southern California has made himself into the country's leading defender of hackers. Can he save his clients from the worst law in technology — and themselves?
CARDS ON THE TABLE
A Pair Of Kings And A Trump
espn.go.com
What happens when LeBron James, Dan Gilbert and Donald Trump walk into the same arena? Welcome to Cleveland's high-stakes summer.
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This Direct-To-Consumer Shoe Company Is Changing The Game
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Paul Evans isn't messing around. Their new Wholecut Oxford shoe is made from a single piece of Italian calfskin leather, hand painted, and possibly the sharpest dress shoe you'll ever own.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
MOVE FAST, BREAK A SWEAT
The Future Of Fitness
theringer.com
Working out is rote and hard, but disrupting workouts  —  that's fun. That's the moneymaker.
THROWING THE OLD MS OUT THE WINDOWS
Inside Microsoft's Plan To Reconquer The World
fortune.com
The newly customer-friendly tech giant is bulking up on data centers, betting its future on cloud computing, and learning to be agile again.
WE'RE ALL GONNA PAY FOR THIS
The Future Of Apple's App Store Is Subscriptions
theverge.com
The App Store changed the way we buy software. Can Apple do it again?
THEY'VE GOT A REAL SHOT
How Facebook Plans To Dominate AI
fastcompany.com
Facebook is betting that openness will put it ahead of Google and Microsoft in the race to dominate artificial intelligence.
SLINGS AND ARROWS
THEY'RE A REAL PITCH TO USE
Real Archers Never Used Fire Arrows, And They're Actually Quite Silly
digg.com
Weapons expert and YouTube personality Lindybeige explains why, despite Hollywood's love for a good fire arrow volley, shooting flaming sticks doesn't really work.
WE ALL LEARNED SOMETHING, RIGHT?
WATCH: This Parody Of Every TED Talk Ever Is Absolutely Perfect
digg.com
"Let's look at a picture of the planet for no reason. What happens if I put some words over it? How about a number? By doing this, I've now made you think that I know what I'm talking about."
WHO'S HUNGRY?
SOMETHING TO CHEW ON
The Hypocrisy Of The Foodie
thebaffler.com
The "food revolution" is full of ideals and ideas to make the world better, yet foodie culture can't help but perpetuate the ills it's trying to address.
GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL
Maybe Just Don't Drink Coffee?
eater.com
The best part of waking up is overwhelming anxiety in your cup.
BEFORE YOU GO
WOOD YOU BELIEVE IT?
Turning A Giant Hunk Of Wood Into A Beautiful Bowl Takes Years
digg.com
Granted, most of that time is spent drying the wood out, but the fact remains: If you want to make yourself a bowl, you're going to need to do some long-term planning.
That's all for now. And hey, don't forget to have a great weekend, friend.