Artificial Intelligence is our enemy. And when I say “our,” I mean anyone who makes a living with his or her voice. There’s a site (Revoicer.com) that, for a modest monthly fee, allows customers to access hundreds of different voices and, through an artificial intelligence-backed tool, morph them to say anything. That includes commercials, corporate training, or audio books. Source: Washington Post

May 20 has been a significant date in rock history, marked by memorable events, chart-topping hits, and cultural milestones. 1966 – The Who’s infamous stage incident Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey took the stage with the bassist and drummer from the band opening for them when their bandmates, John Entwistle and Keith Moon, were late. When they arrived, a fight broke out, with Townshend hitting Keith on the head with his guitar. John and Keith quit but rejoined a week later

We’ve come across the age that people are the least satisfied with their lives. Life satisfaction dips in middle age, after which it starts going up again beyond the age of 54, a study of worldwide well-being finds. The dip in life satisfaction occurs around the age of 45 until 54. The researchers say this is likely because people experienced higher levels of stress, worry and anger in middle age than they do in old age. Source: Ageing, a research journal

May 19th is a notable date in rock history for several landmark events across different decades: 1976 – Keith Richards’ crash in England Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards was involved in a serious car accident in England after falling asleep at the wheel. This incident became a cautionary tale about the dangers of driving while fatigued iHeart. 1978 – Dire Straits’ breakthrough The British rock band Dire Straits released their first major label single, “Sultans of Swing

It’s May 18th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history: In 1980, Joy Division singer and guitarist Ian Curtis died by suicide in England at the age of 23. He had the Iggy Pop album The Idiot playing on a stereo with a note that read, “At this very moment, I wish I were dead. I just can’t cope anymore.” In 1966, Bruce Springsteen spent his first day recording as part of the band The Castiles. The group laid down their track “That’s What You Get” at the Mr

When you are flying, what do you think about the person in front of you reclining their seat back? Surprisingly, most airline passengers are good with reclining, with 88 percent approving of the action in general. But about one-third of participants think you should only recline on a long or overnight flight. The same survey found that armrests are fair game for all passengers. If you are stuck in the middle don’t assume both armrests are yours. According to the survey, 57 pe

Ladies, you might want to rethink your drinking habits. A study of young to middle-aged women who reported having eight or more alcoholic drinks per week (averaging more than one per day) showed a 45 percent increased risk of developing coronary heart disease compared to women who drank less than that amount. Source: American College of Cardiology

It’s May 17th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history: In 1980, drummer Peter Criss left Kiss after Gene Simmons’ then-girlfriend Diana Ross told him he was too talented to be in the band. In 2006, Paul McCartney announced that he and his wife, Heather Mills, had given up the fight to save their marriage and that after four years together, they were going their separate ways. In 1983, the number one song in the country was David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance." I

When it comes to raising a child, it really does take a village. The average working parent with a child under the age of 10 relies on six different people to support their child’s growth and development. Family members such as their child’s grandparents, extended family -- aunts, uncles and cousins, and siblings are included in the “village,” as well as best friends and neighbors. Source: Lightbridge Academy

It’s May 16th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history: In 1983, Iron Maiden released their fourth album, Piece of Mind. In 2010, Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Heaven & Hell and Dio singer Ronnie James Dio died of stomach cancer at age 67. In 1984, Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in Memphis for “staggering drunk” down Beale Street. In 1987, U2 started a three-week run at number one on the singles chart with “With or Without You,” the band’s first-ever U-S numb

Almost nine in 10 Americans believe that karma is real. That’s according to a survey which revealed that 84 percent buy into the idea that what goes around comes around. That’s why another 84 percent say they will go out of their way to “pay it forward” whenever possible. The average American engages in five generous acts per week, totaling 260 random acts of kindness each year. Source: Chime survey

It’s May 15th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history: In 1994, Blur scored their first number one album in their homeland, the U-K, with Parklife. It would go on to spend over two years on the charts over there. In 1975, Fleetwood Mac debuted their new lineup in El Paso, Texas. It was the first incarnation of the band that included Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood and John and Christine McVie. In 1997, Courtney Love sold the Seattle man

Music is a powerful healer. Listening to music helps people process emotions, trauma and even grief. Music makes people feel emotionally better, too. Source: Federation of the Phonographic Industry