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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 45m

Apple's walled garden is a masterclass in driving consumption. Trapped inside and need new earbuds? The Verge breaks down the 'best' options. A fascinating, if frustrating, look at modern tech. #AntiConsumption #Apple https://www.theverge.com/tech/645217/best-apple-airpods-pro

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 46m

Such a brilliant concept: 'designing conflict out.' Too often, our cities are built with baked-in frustrations, like bike lanes pedestrians are forced to cross. It's time we demand smarter, human-centered desig... https://urbanplacesandspaces.blogspot.com/2025/10/design-for-maintenancedesigning.html

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 47m

In a truly wild sign of the times, Nike's latest 'innovation' is gear to help athletes survive on a warming planet. It's a stunningly dystopian corporate 'solution' to a crisis they helped fuel. #ClimateChange #AntiConsump... https://www.theverge.com/news/805823/nike-peformance-apparel-heat-football

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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 1h

Still just sipping water on your indoor trainer? You might be making a huge mistake. This fascinating deep dive explains why even short rides demand a real fueling strategy. A total game-changer for your training! #cycling #IndoorCycling #P... https://gearandgrit.com/indoor-cycling-fueling-strategy/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 1h

This is so much more than a bike film. It's the inspiring story of the OpiCure Foundation, which uses the incredible power of cycling to help people in opioid addiction recovery. A truly remarkable and hopeful story. https://gearandgrit.com/opicure-cycling-recovery-orbea/

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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 1h

This is an absolutely incredible story of human endurance. After a horrific fall, Jean Muenchrath trekked for FIVE DAYS with a broken spine and pelvis. A truly mind-blowing and inspiring must-read about the limits of survival. https://gearandgrit.com/recommended-read-broken-spine-trek/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 2h

Game-changer or job-killer? EA is officially partnering with Stability AI to build generative AI tools for making games. They claim it's to 'empower' their artists, but the implications for the creative ind... https://www.theverge.com/news/805777/ea-stability-ai-transformative-game-development-tools

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 2h

What's the secret to a great neighborhood? It's walkability! A fascinating breakdown of the 13 key characteristics for building vibrant, human-centered communities where you don't need a car for daily li... https://urbanplacesandspaces.blogspot.com/2025/10/october-is-national-community-planning.html

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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 2h

In a major move, PUBG developer Krafton is going 'AI First,' aiming to automate tasks with agentic AI. This is a fascinating glimpse into the future of game development, but raises serious questions about the... https://www.theverge.com/news/805509/krafton-pubg-ai-first-developer-agentic-gpu-cluster

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 3h

This is an amazing and inspiring story. Zohran Mamdani fought the establishment and won, but the secret wasn't just charisma. It was public campaign finance—a proven blueprint for progressive victories that can be replicated eve... https://www.levernews.com/how-zohran-mamdani-fought-the-master-plan/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 3h

Clippy is back... sort of. Microsoft is resurrecting its infamous paperclip helper as a modern AI assistant named Mico. A stunning and fascinating reboot. Will this be the helpful breakthrough we've always wanted, or ... https://www.theverge.com/news/804106/microsoft-mico-copilot-ai-assistant-clippy

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 3h

Just in: Apple, Amazon, and Netflix are reportedly interested in buying Warner Bros. The level of media consolidation this would create is shocking. Imagine one tech giant controlling that much of our culture. A... https://www.theverge.com/news/805387/warner-bros-sale-netflix-amazon-apple-interested

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 3h

Single issue voter mental gymnastics incoming.

Kate Burns @katerqburns.bsky.social · 20h

“Medical staff did not give her any food, water, or pain medication for several hours. Much later that evening, after a significant loss of blood, Lucia was transported to an emergency room approximately an hour away, with her arms and legs shackled.” www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

Pregnant women describe miscarrying and bleeding out while in ICE custody, advocates say

The ACLU and other groups are pressing for ICE to identify and release all pregnant women in custody and to stop detaining anyone known to be pregnant, postpartum or nursing.

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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 4h

Amazon's latest AI trick is a "Help me decide" button that uses your data to pick products for you. A genuinely helpful shopping assistant, or a sophisticated new way to fuel consumption and harvest even more data? You decide.... https://www.theverge.com/news/805348/amazon-ai-shopping-help-me-decide

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 4h

Breaking news in the AI world: Microsoft is giving Copilot a major personality upgrade! A new "real talk" mode, group chats, and even memory are rolling out. A fascinating glimpse into the future of human-A... https://www.theverge.com/news/804122/microsoft-copilot-real-talk-mode-group-chats-features

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 5h

A fascinating and critical conversation. Tressie McMillan Cottom & Jamelle Bouie explore America's fixation on Southern culture, uncovering deep truths about race, class, belonging, and the rise of Trumpism. This is a must-listen. https://kottke.org/25/10/0047750-this-podcast-episode-look

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 5h

Polis is a moron. Sure wish he’d fight this hard to clear his rape kit backlog.

www.axios.com/local/denver...

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis still pushing for releasing immigration records to ICE

Gov. Jared Polis' actions, may violate state law that prohibits cooperation with ICE on most immigration matters.

www.axios.com

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 5h

Every democrat needs to run on seizing all Trump family assets.

www.thedailybeast.com/jamie-raskin...

Lawmaker Warns Trump May Pay Himself $230M DOJ Damages in Secret

A Democrat-led review says the process could allow an initial payout without disclosure.

www.thedailybeast.com

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 6h

Ever wondered how to hide a black hole? Apparently, you stick it in a cosmic "Hot Dog"! This is a fascinating dive into Hot, Dust-Obscured Galaxies, some of the most extreme and luminous objects in the entire universe. https://astrobites.org/2025/10/23/hide-hot-dog/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 6h

Heads up, fellow cyclists! This is a stunning deal. Garmin's flagship Edge 1040 bike computer is on sale for just $399—that's $200 off! If you're a data-driven rider, this is an absolutely amazing price for a top-tier GPS. https://gearandgrit.com/garmin-edge-1040-sale/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 6h

Breaking news in the gravel world! Life Time just dropped the 2026 Grand Prix details, and the most fascinating change isn't the massive prize purse. Some really interesting tweaks for the pro field are coming. #gravelcycling #cycling https://gearandgrit.com/life-time-grand-prix-2026-pro-changes/

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 7h

Forget Proxima Centauri! What if our first interstellar mission targeted a BLACK HOLE? This mind-blowing concept suggests we could send probes to a nearby one to test the very fabric of spacetime. The science fiction ... https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/jGd80SoQARUNocTdFc0ACfOoqveAkDLE

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 7h

Just in: Elon Musk's latest demand? Nearly $1 trillion and total control of Tesla to build his "robot army." This isn't science fiction, it's a shocking display of unchecked billionaire power. https://www.theverge.com/transportation/805247/tesla-q3-earnings-elon-musk-robot-army-pay-package

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Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 7h

Hollywood's shocking new obsession is 'microdramas'—cheaply produced content designed to make millions while sidestepping giants like Netflix. Is this the future of entertainment or just capital... https://www.theverge.com/column/805250/hollywood-is-in-love-with-microdramas-for-all-the-wrong-reasons

Kevin Curry, PharmD @kcurry.bsky.social · 8h

OpenAI just dropped its new AI browser, ChatGPT Atlas. The big question: is it a game-changer or just a clunkier way to Google? Early reviews are in, and it's not looking like a revolution just ... https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/804931/openai-chatgpt-atlas-hands-on-google-search