AdBlock Plus's effort to create an "acceptable ads" board is facing criticism for potential conflicts of interest, with some arguing a neutral body should define acceptable ads. via Digiday.

Rachael Pazdan is the new booker for Brooklyn’s Manhattan Inn - check out the article for the November schedule. via BrooklynVegan

A new McKinsey report suggests automation will transform many jobs by taking over tasks rather than eliminating them entirely. The report found that while current technology can fully automate less than 5% of jobs, it can automate 45% of work activities.

via The New York Times

Delivery.com has launched a new iOS app with an improved user experience for ordering alcohol delivery, food, groceries, and laundry.

via Brewbound.

Police in Glasgow are cracking down on illegal alcohol delivery services that sell to minors. via Vice

Digiday reported that Instagram was testing new ad formats in 2015 to drive in-app sales, but the company denied these tests. via Digiday.

Unilever's Babs Rangaiah sees a crisis in advertising with challenges from DVRs to ad blockers, but believes it could force better digital ads. via Digiday

Branded emojis and their place in the future of retail is discussed by PSFK, a resource for marketers and businesses. via PSFK.

This recipe from @munchies will help you make spicy roasted prawns.

Santigold announces her first album since 2012, *99¢*, due out February 26th, and drops the first single.

via Consequence

People who live alone tend to have less healthy diets, according to a recent survey of studies.

The human hippocampus can generate new neurons daily, and lifestyle choices like exercise and diet can impact its growth. via SharpBrains