CNN BUSINESS | Why Bluetooth remains an ‘unusually painful’ technology after two decades

(CNN Business) – In the two decades since it was first included in products available to the general public, Bluetooth has become so widespread that an entire generation of consumers may not be able to remember a time without it.

ABI Research estimates that 5 billion Bluetooth-enabled devices will ship to consumers this year, with that figure expected to rise to 7 billion by 2026. Bluetooth is now in everything from smartphones to refrigerators to lightbulbs, allowing a growing number of products to connect to each other seamlessly — sometimes.  –read more–

CNN health Fitness | What you need to know about your low back pain

(CNN) – If you’re suffering from low back pain or have grappled with it in the past, you’re not alone.

As many as 577 million people globally experienced low back pain in 2017, a 2020 study cited by the International Association for the Study of Pain revealed. In fact, low back pain causes more disability worldwide than any other condition, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

In the US, it’s estimated that 80% of Americans suffer at least one episode of low back pain in their lifetime, with an additional 50% chance of recurrence within one year.  –read more–  

CNN entertainment | One thing to talk about

Zahara Jolie-Pitt and Angelina Jolie in September in Beverly Hills, California

The news that Zahara Jolie-Pitt will be attending Spelman College in Atlanta is quite a boon to HBCUs.

As the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, the teen had her choice of schools. And by choosing one of the best known of the historically Black colleges and universities to matriculate at, she brings a great deal of attention to the liberal arts college.

Her mother proudly announced Jolie-Pitt’s choice on social media, and the excitement for her was palpable.

I get it, as I count several Spelman graduates as good friends. A supportive sisterhood awaits Jolie-Pitt.

Good luck to her and all the incoming freshmen across the nation this semester.

CNN health Relationships | Want to improve your relationship? The answer may be simpler than you think

(CNN) – Married and intimate couples are often looking for ways to maximize satisfaction and compatibility. Countless self-help books, seminars and relationship experts have weighed in on what they feel are the keys to a couple’s happiness and longevity. The ideas have varied quite a bit, including the amount of time spent together, shared interests and similar levels of intelligence, not to mention degrees of fondness and admiration for one another.

It’s often said that longtime partners develop their own language, a shorthand from building a strong bond. In the same vein, consider the five love languages, which are acts of service, gift-giving, physical touch, quality time and words of affirmation.–read more–  

CNN travel | Flight attendants call out ‘unsustainable’ air travel situation

(CNN) — British flight attendant Kris Major has worked in aviation for over two decades. He’s seen the industry suffer and recover in the wake of 9/11, SARS and foot and mouth disease.

Now, Major’s on the front line of what he reckons is the worst aviation crisis yet: the 2022 summer of travel chaos. Major, who serves as chair of the European Transport Workers Federation’s Joint Aircrew Committee, representing European flight attendants and pilots, says flight crew are struggling.

“It’s completely unsustainable as a job,” Major tells CNN Travel.  –read more–  

CNN BUSINESS  | The US economy has regained all the jobs lost during the pandemic, adding 528,000 in July

Minneapolis (CNN Business) – The US economy has now regained all jobs lost during the pandemic, after a blowout July jobs report that showed a gain of 528,000 jobs, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The massive monthly gain was more than double the 250,000 that economists were expecting, according to Refinitiv.

The unemployment rate ticked down to 3.5% after holding at 3.6% for the past four months. The July jobless rate matched the half-century low last seen in February 2020.  –read more–  

CNN underscored | The 20 best celebrity makeup brand products, according to experts

In the age of social media, the desire to rock the unique look of an of-the-moment artist, model or actor is stronger than ever. It’s no surprise, then, that the most popular side hustles of celebrities right now are their namesake beauty brands. That’s perhaps especially true of makeup lines, with so many celebs known for, say, a trademark bold lip (hey, Gwen Stefani) or a distinctive dramatic eye (looking at you, Gaga).  –read more–  

HGTV | 60 Beachfront Properties You Need to See Today

Close your eyes and listen to the waves. It’s time to get your beach fix. From breathtaking views to show-stopping features, get coastal inspiration from these luxurious beachfront homes.  –read more–  

F1 | Wolff says DRS problem in Hungary cost ‘unbelievable’ Hamilton chance of first win of the year

Mercedes scored their second double-podium finish in a row – as Lewis Hamilton and George Russell finished in second and third respectively – at this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix. But despite the positive result, Team Principal Toto Wolff was left to ponder what might have been had a DRS issue not limited Hamilton in qualifying.

While qualifying saw Russell put in a stunning lap to seal his first pole position in Formula 1, Hamilton was forced to settle for seventh after the rear wing problem curtailed his final run in Q3.  –read more–

CNN Sports | NBA legend and civil rights activist Bill Russell dies at 88

(CNN) – NBA legend Bill Russell, an 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics and the first Black head coach in the league, passed away “peacefully” Sunday, according to a family statement from his verified Twitter account. He was 88.

“It is with a very heavy heart we would like to pass along to all of Bill’s friends, fans, & followers,” the statement reads.

“Bill Russell, the most prolific winner in American sports history, passed away peacefully today at age 88, with his wife, Jeannine, by his side. Arrangements for his memorial service will be announced soon.”  –read more–