Good morning. A new week, and the day in five minutes — one lead, a few shorter items, one recommendation.
The lead
The return-to-office fight is usually argued with anecdotes. Sebastian Ross’s desk went to the data instead: what the return-to-office numbers actually show about productivity, attrition, and who is really being asked to commute. It is a clear-eyed look at a debate that has been running on vibes.
Also today
- Tech. “On-device AI” is the new marketing phrase on every spec sheet. Mara Restrepo’s desk explains what on-device AI actually means for your privacy — and when it genuinely helps.
- Wellness. Not every screening is worth your time or money. Dr. Velez’s desk sorts the preventive care worth doing from what to skip.
One good thing
Miguel Ortiz argues that “authentic” restaurants are mostly a marketing idea — a smart, fun read that will change how you pick where to eat.
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