User Interface
Standardization is crushing UX
This article makes a great point about following the norm for an easy and safe life but not actually achieving your ultimate goals.
The Nine States of Design
I like this article simply for the fact that it highlights the different states of a feature that are so often overlooked by designers. A must read for any UI designers out there.
Research
How to conduct yourself in a UX research session
Not just about how to conduct yourself but it goes further towards best practices for moderating a research session.
Strategy
A Guide to User Onboarding Techniques for Mobile Apps
A good look at the pros and cons of different techniques to improve the onboarding experience.
Persuasive design: When does UX become evil?
Not all persuasive design is in the best interest of the user, we've all seen it before. This piece discusses the topic in more detail and highlights some great examples of both good and evil.
Content
Legibility, readability, and comprehension: Making users read your words
The very important, but often overlooked, topic of the readability of words on a screen. A good guide for the uninformed or a recap for those already in the know.
Relationships
Tips for presenting your wireframes
Some great notes and helpful tips here for all those that present their designs.
Tools
Easier, Better, Faster, Stronger
A useful list of tools for the UI/UX designer. Many common ones but there are also some great ones I've never come across before.