Matt: Gabriel Dawe
New artist I’m obsessed with: Gabriel Dawe. I love the colors and craft, very Mesh. If his site were on WordPress, we’d definitely commission some pieces. Hat tip: Jason Nichols.
Open Channels FM: The Evolving Landscape of Digital Identity and AI
Digital identity is rapidly evolving due to AI and new authentication methods, necessitating secure access and robust management for both users and automated agents.
Open Channels FM: Follow Open Channels News on X @OCFMNews
Founder Bob Dunn rebranded his @BobWP account to @OCFMNews for Open Channels News, expecting existing followers to appreciate the new focus on news and podcast content.
Ariana Grande to take a break from public life amid ‘endless’ scrutiny
The US singer, 33, will “step back from visibility” at the end of her world tour next month, her representative says.
Trump suggests new talks with Iran to begin on Monday
Tehran has not responded to the suggestion that new talks are imminent. Trump has previously said a negotiated end to the war is close, only for strikes to resume.
US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move
Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.
How ransom notes could help catch Nancy Guthrie’s kidnappers
A forensic linguist tells the BBC it’s possible to glean crucial information about a person from just a few sentences.
Gutenberg Times: Gutenberg Changelog #133 – Gutenberg 23.6 Release and WordPress 7.1
In episode 133 of the Gutenberg Changelog Podcast, Birgit Pauli-Haack hosts Faith Ruth Imokol, a Ugandan web developer and longtime Gutenberg advocate, to discuss the Gutenberg 23.6 release and the upcoming WordPress 7.1 update. The episode opens with insights into the WordPress community in Uganda, highlighting their active WordCamp scene and educational initiatives such as […]
Canada’s WestJet airline flight attendants go on strike – can I get a refund?
The potential strike by flight attendants for Canada’s second-largest air carrier comes during the busy August long weekend in the country.
Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle: ‘We are not lonely’
A growing number of what the internet has dubbed “loneliness influencers” are spotlighting solo living without children or friends – and it’s spurring debate.