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The Curious About Everything Newsletter #65
The many interesting things I read in July 2026

Reality Check
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Why Are We Still Doing This?
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Digital News Report 2026
As the world changes at accelerating speed, news media report and update on these events around the clock, jostling for a share of the four to five hours each day that people devote to their smartphones. For some, this means new opportunities to stay close to news stories as they unfold; for others, it risks creating a sense of overload.


The future of news is happening where no one is looking
"In 2026, more news organizations will understand that people don’t always want an article. Sometimes they just want clarity."

Things You Might've Missed: February 2026 - Valerie Rayne Writes
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Tread carefully, because you tread on my fucks.
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Oh God, It's Raining Newsletters
On the rise of newsletter production, consumption, and monetization, and how email is one of the most powerful and resilient publishing platforms.


Interesting Conferences in 2026
Things You Might've Missed: January 2026 - Valerie Rayne Writes
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