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This review from August 30, 2015 covers the beta version of Facebook's new virtual assistant, "M," which lives within Facebook Messenger. via TNW

This recipe from The Kitchn teaches you how to make a hearty and healthy brown rice bowl with lentils, caramelized onions, and a fried egg. via The Kitchn.

This Digiday article recaps the top marketing news of the week, including Facebook hitting one billion users and the public feud between McDonald's and Burger King over the "McWhopper".

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This Harvard Business Review article explores how company cultures can either help or hinder digital transformation efforts. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review.

This 2015 article highlights ten advertising agencies and details how they utilize Instagram in unique ways, including interviews with individuals at each agency to discuss their Instagram strategies. via Digiday.

This recipe is for a hearty and flavorful slow cooker chicken enchilada soup that's perfect for busy weeknights. via The Kitchn

This article describes an experiment where two people stared into each other's eyes for ten minutes and experienced hallucinations, based on a study by Giovanni Caputo. via Quartz.

A new review suggests modafinil could be the world's first true "smart drug", safely enhancing attention and improving learning without being addictive. via Quartz

This recipe for basil pesto from The Kitchn features tips for toasting pine nuts and garlic. The page also links to a variety of other recipes that feature pesto as an ingredient. via The Kitchn

This blog post lists twelve things the author learned from Charlie Munger about mental models and worldly wisdom.

Zen Habits emphasizes a simple health plan focused on eating lots of vegetables and engaging in fun, daily physical activity. via Zen Habits

Three Americans prevented a terrorist attack on a train traveling from Amsterdam to Paris. The suspect, armed with an AK-47, pistol and knives, injured one passenger before being subdued.