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Beyond Protection: Why Sexual Satisfaction Is the Missing Piece in Global Contraception
For decades, conversations about birth control have revolved around two themes: pregnancy prevention and disease protection. But a groundbreaking World Health Organization (WHO) study has just reframed that narrative, showing that sexual satisfaction—not just safety—is one of the most powerful motivators behind contraceptive use around the world.
By Shakil Sorkar2 months ago in Journal
How a 16-Year-Old Turned a Drink Cover Into a $2M Business
16-year-old high school student Shirah came up with a product idea inspired by a dream, and it turned into a $2.1 million business within just two years. The idea was sparked by a friend’s real-life experience that made her think about drink safety during social nights out. The product is a scrunchie-style hair accessory that hides a foldable drink cover inside, designed to protect drink from unwanted interference in places like bars, clubs, or parties. What impressed us most isn’t just the product itself, but her sharp business instincts. With zero startup experience, she somehow did almost everything right.
By Jingsourcing.com 2 months ago in Journal
Why Brands Know So Little About Their Customers — and How a CDP Can Change That
Marketers often face a common challenge: they have plenty of customer data, but it’s scattered across different systems. This makes it difficult to build a complete picture of each customer. As a result, communication becomes impersonal, and customers feel that the brand doesn’t really understand their needs.
By Altcraft2 months ago in Journal
Deepfake Pornography: The Dark Side of AI and the Fight for Digital Consent
The rise of artificial intelligence has revolutionized creativity, communication, and innovation — but it’s also unleashed a dangerous new form of sexual abuse: non-consensual synthetic intimate imagery, more commonly known as deepfake pornography.
By Shakil Sorkar2 months ago in Journal
Cognitive Biases as Sales Triggers
Humans are rational creatures—but when it comes to shopping, our thinking often misfires. Studies indicate that between 40% and 80% of all purchases are impulse-driven, unplanned decisions triggered more by emotion or context than careful planning
By Altcraft2 months ago in Journal
Understanding the Stories Behind Public Figures
We live in a world where information moves quickly. With just a few taps, we can search for the life story of an actor or public figure and learn how their path unfolded. Sites dedicated to storytelling and background information — such as actorbio-style biography archives — exist because people are endlessly curious about what shaped the person we see today.
By Michel Tom2 months ago in Journal
The World Meets in the Amazon: COP30 and the Urgent Race to Save Our Planet
In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, where the air is thick with humidity and history, world leaders, activists, and scientists have gathered for one of the most important environmental meetings of our time — COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference.
By Shakil Sorkar2 months ago in Journal
Tariff Era Christmas Problems
And we've all already had a few panic attacks and mental meltdowns over our situation - and how we may not be able to afford Christmas for the kids.
By Hope Martin2 months ago in Journal
A Complete Guide to Choosing Laundry Services for Care Homes
Running a care home requires a delicate balance between providing exceptional resident care and managing operational efficiency. One of the most critical, yet often underestimated, components of care home management is laundry. Bedding, towels, residents’ clothing, and staff uniforms must be cleaned and maintained to the highest standards. Choosing the right professional laundry partner can significantly impact hygiene, operational efficiency, and resident satisfaction. This guide explores everything care home managers need to consider when selecting Laundry Services for Care Homes.
By Munnazir Zarin2 months ago in Journal
How Much Does Wedding Dress Dry Cleaning Cost in Clapham? A Helpful Pricing Guide
A wedding dress is more than just a garment—it is an investment in memories, artistry, and once-in-a-lifetime elegance. Brides in Clapham often wonder not only how to care for their gown but also how much professional wedding dress dry cleaning will cost. Understanding the pricing landscape is essential for budgeting effectively while ensuring that the gown receives the highest level of care. Prices fluctuate based on several factors, from the complexity of the fabric to the intricacy of embellishments, and knowing what drives costs can help brides make informed decisions.
By Munnazir Zarin2 months ago in Journal
Don’t feel guilty for your sharp edges. We are meant to live like hedgehogs.
The other day, a friend said something that hit me — right in that space between guilt and waking up. She said, for girls like us who grew up trying to be good, getting our aggression back is how we start returning to ourselves
By Cher Che2 months ago in Journal
When the Government Closes the Doors: The 2025 U.S. Federal Shutdown and Its Far‑Reaching Ripples
The federal government of the United States entered a shutdown on October 1, 2025—the beginning of the fiscal year—after Congress failed to pass a continuing resolution or appropriations bills to fund all agencies. This moment is notable not just for its duration, but for the breadth of its consequences across the economy, society, and government.
By Shakil Sorkar2 months ago in Journal