BuzzFeed News exposes how Amazon's review system is being manipulated by a network of paid reviewers and incentivized reviews.

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Ian Bogost argues that "Stories" are becoming the dominant media format of smartphones, evolving beyond social media to encompass all our digital experiences. via kottke.org

This creative calendar features articles about business, technology, design, and more. via fastcompany.com

Well Spent reviews a pair of pants, praising their breathability and fit. via Well Spent

A plan to replace Ryles Jazz Club in Inman Square with a high-end liquor store has been met with mixed reactions. via The source of this content is Cambridge Day.

Find out where to get the best tacos in Boston, according to Eater Boston, with this list that includes a wide variety of taco styles and fillings. via Eater Boston

The Dieline announces the winners of its 9th annual packaging design awards, featuring standout designs from around the world. via The Dieline

Valet magazine outlines five ways taking a bath can improve your weekend.

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Amazon is releasing parental controls for Alexa that include time limits and a feature that rewards kids for saying "please". via MIT Technology Review.

Why water is weird, and how researchers are using supercomputers to understand this essential liquid's anomalous behavior. via Nautilus