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Central Asia is a region with unique cultural influences from Islam, Soviet Russia, and globalization. The Stans, including Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, offer safe travel for visitors with low crime rates. The societies are primarily Muslim but influenced by Soviet policies, with a focus on cultural traditions over religious ones. Travelers can enjoy … Read more
In a viral essay, VC Paul Graham discusses “founder mode” in which successful founders maintain control over major decisions at their companies instead of hiring managers. However, the example of Steve Jobs hiring John Sculley at Apple shows that even brilliant entrepreneurs can make bad hiring decisions. Jobs ultimately learned the importance of hiring talented … Read more
A 25-year-old man from Alabama, Eric Council Jr., has been arrested for hacking into the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Twitter account and making fake posts that inflated the price of Bitcoin by $1,000 per unit. Council used SIM-swapping to steal the identity of someone with access to the SEC’s account and published a fake … Read more
King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived in Sydney for their first royal tour of Australia as monarchs. They were welcomed by Prime Minister Albanese, Governor-General Mostyn, and other dignitaries. The Sydney Opera House illuminated its sails to mark their arrival. The couple will rest on Saturday before beginning their tour engagements on Sunday. King … Read more
Iranian hackers are breaching critical infrastructure organizations to collect credentials and network data for cyberattacks. Government agencies in the U.S., Canada, and Australia believe they are acting as initial access brokers using brute-force techniques. They aim to gain persistent access and move laterally within networks, using methods like password spraying and MFA fatigue. The hackers … Read more
Liam Payne was chosen by Simon Cowell to be the leader of One Direction, a decision that led to the band’s incredible success. Payne continued to pursue music as a solo artist after the band’s hiatus, but struggled with mental health and addiction issues. His relationship with Girls Aloud star Cheryl resulted in the birth … Read more
Regent Santa Monica Beach, the highly anticipated U.S. flagship of the renowned luxury hotel brand, has finally opened its doors in Santa Monica, California. The hotel offers spacious rooms with ocean views, luxurious amenities, and personalized services. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dining options, a Guerlain Wellness Spa, and a fitness center. The design aesthetic features … Read more
Becoming a good conversationalist involves honing a range of skills in communication. It is not just about having topics to discuss, but also the ability to engage others in an interesting and meaningful way. These skills include active listening, asking insightful questions, showing genuine interest, and being able to contribute to the conversation with relevant … Read more
A critical security flaw has been found in the Kubernetes Image Builder that could allow attackers to gain root access. The vulnerability has been fixed in version 0.1.38. Temporary mitigations include disabling the builder account and rebuilding affected images. Other critical vulnerabilities have also been disclosed, including in Microsoft Dataverse, Imagine Cup, and Power Platform, … Read more
The new Lifestyle Centre on Borrowdale Road in Harare houses the recently opened Salt Restaurant, offering a diverse menu of burgers, grilled meats, Mediterranean cuisine, pastries, and cakes. The casual yet stylish dining experience includes friendly waitstaff, comfortable seating, and a lively atmosphere. The falafel burger and grilled beef fillet were particularly delicious, with fresh … Read more