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Is the Metaverse Really the Future?
The “metaverse” has gone from sci-fi buzzword to boardroom strategy in just a few short years — but is it truly the future of how we’ll live, work, shop, and socialize… or just another tech trend destined to fizzle out like Google Glass? As we inch deeper into the digital age, analysts and innovators are weighing in with strong opinions. Here’s what experts are saying about whether the metaverse is the next frontier — and what it means for everyday people like you.
By Katina Banks6 months ago in FYI
Top Web Design Trends to Know for 2025
Web design is evolving at lightning speed — and if you want your website to stand out (not just exist), you’ll need to stay ahead of what’s coming next. Whether you’re a business owner, blogger, or creative launching a new site in 2025, these are the web design trends you must know to stay modern, magnetic, and memorable.
By Katina Banks6 months ago in FYI
Interesting Facts About Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci, born in 1452 in Vinci, Italy, remains one of history’s most enigmatic and brilliant figures. Known as a quintessential Renaissance man, his contributions spanned art, science, engineering, and anatomy, leaving a legacy that continues to captivate scholars and enthusiasts alike. Here are some fascinating facts about this extraordinary polymath.
By Fred Bradford6 months ago in FYI
No, you don't need a "Glow-Up"
Here I was struggling for ideas when a question appeared on my Tellonym. If you're not familiar, Tellonym is a cross-platform messaging app where users give and receive anonymous feedback. I receive a wide range of questions, from personal inquiries to those just seeking some advice.
By Rosie J. Sargent6 months ago in FYI
Belgian Tripel Beer may have benefited my overactive bladder
Beer for an Overactive bladder sounds insane This article is my personal story. It is not promoting alcohol as a cure for any illness. I am only sharing one of the strange things that have happened to me. As a rule, alcoholic beverages work as diuretics and increase urine production, but recently the opposite has happened to me.
By Cheryl E Preston6 months ago in FYI
The Room That Never Stopped Breathing. AI-Generated.
Some rooms make you feel watched. Others just feel cold. But the one I moved into last year it breathed. It wasn’t obvious at first. Just a studio apartment in a crumbling, early 1900s building, cheap rent, and close enough to the subway for my daily commute. I’d lived in far worse. But on my very first night, I noticed something strange.
By Abdullah Khan6 months ago in FYI
Trump’s New Tariffs: What They Mean for You as a Consumer
President Donald Trump on July 31, 2025, signed broad new tariff increases on dozens of countries, shaking world trade again. The new tariffs—many to take effect August 7—range from a minimum 10% tariff on pretty much all imports to individual country rates of up to 41%. Consumers are already feeling the pinch—and it gets worse from here.
By Jayden Hua6 months ago in FYI
Irene Gut Opdyke
Her story is one of great courage and heroism, especially during World War Two. She saved the lives of more than 12 Jewish people by hiding them in the house of a Nazi Major officer. She was honoured as one of the German Righteous Among the Nations.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff6 months ago in FYI
Can We Donate Our Preloved Soft Toys?
Do you have a pile of plush animals sitting in a corner? If yes, it might be time to consider soft toy donation. Many children around the world would love to receive a stuffed friend. Although you may no longer need these toys, they can bring joy to someone else. Giving away preloved soft toys is a kind act that helps both families and the environment.
By Ace of Hearts Project6 months ago in FYI
Understanding the Causes of Damp on Interior Walls. AI-Generated.
A few winters ago, I noticed a strange shadow creeping across the corner of my bedroom wall. At first, I thought it was just the lighting. But within days, the patch turned darker, almost as if the wall itself was bruising. Then came the musty smell. You know the one-damp earth, old books, something not quite right.
By Ananya Singh6 months ago in FYI
