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Quartz
My Favorite Beverage Is a 2,000-Year-Old Energy Drink From Ancient Rome
The Romans sure knew how to quench their thirst.
Pocket-Worthy Reads
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The Atlantic
The Sit-Up Is Over
It used to dominate American fitness practice. Now it’s all but over.
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Bloomberg Businessweek
How Med Spas Conquered America
Revenue is growing at double-digit rates, fueled by surging demand for Botox, lip fillers and weight-loss drugs.
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Romper
Here’s Why Family Traditions Are So Important, According To Experts
They can create connection, stability, and help foster a sense of self.
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Mic
Inside the Lucrative World of Pet Influencers
“It’s changed our lives completely. We never saw this coming.”
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Outside
What Happens When You Drink a Gallon of Water a Day?
Notes from a month-long hydration quest.
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Apartment Therapy
10 Ways to Lay Out a Living Room
Be your own designer with these flawless floorplans.
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Domino
4 Tidying Dos and Don’ts, Straight From a Professional Organizer
Are you maximizing your doors?
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Smithsonian Magazine
Oregon Is Home to the World’s Largest Dark Sky Sanctuary
The Oregon Outback International Dark Sky Sanctuary covers 2.5 million acres in the southeastern part of the state.
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Bloomberg Businessweek
The Cautionary Tale of Wirecutter and the Internet’s Favorite Wok
E-commerce promises massive scale for people selling things online. That’s not always good.
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Bon Appétit
Adult Mac and Cheese
Our creamy stovetop mac and cheese is about as easy as opening a box—and a whooooole lot more delicious.
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Greater Good Magazine
How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself
Understanding the roots of self-sabotaging behavior can help us to find fixes that will make our lives more successful and less conflicted.
Popular Collections
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Pocket Collections
The Art of Navigating Thorny Office Politics
From bad bosses to gossipy colleagues and, of course, office refrigerator drama.
Today’s Pocket Hits
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BBC Science Focus
Here’s What Actually Causes Social Anxiety (and How to Overcome It)
Why do so many of us fear human interaction when we’re supposed to be the most sociable species on the planet?
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New York Magazine
The Crypto Maniacs and the Torture Townhouse
How two men charged with an outrageous kidnapping scheme introduced a new kind of crime to the city.
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The Guardian
“Being Short Is a Curse”: The Men Paying Thousands to Get Their Legs Broken – and Lengthened
It looks like medieval torture, from the metal rods inserted into sawn bones to the months of agonising recovery. But to some, travelling to Turkey to gain a few inches is a (very high) price worth paying.
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The Cut
Your Toddler Probably Doesn’t Need Extra Protein
Given the explosion of cottage-cheese recipes and “What I Eat in a Day” videos featuring David bars, it was only a matter of time until protein-mania came for toddlers, too.
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The New Yorker
The Family Fallout of DNA Surprises
Through genetic testing, millions of Americans are estimated to have discovered that their parents aren’t who they thought. The news has upended relationships and created a community looking for answers.
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The Hollywood Reporter
How to Survive a Scandal: Life Lessons From Monica Lewinsky and Amanda Knox
They’ve endured global scandal, public shaming and decades of blistering media scrutiny. Now they’re ready to reclaim their own stories.
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The Trace
White, Legally Armed, and Primed for Political Violence
Ian Rogers was convinced it was up to him to save America. The gun industry’s sales tactics may be creating a pipeline of extremists willing to open fire.
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The Guardian
‘Skibidi’, ‘Delulu’ and ‘Tradwife’ Among Words Added to Cambridge Dictionary
Lexicographers give nod to TikTok generation’s enduring influence on English language with latest additions.
Recommended Reads
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Los Angeles Times
It’s Too Late for Buyer’s Remorse. Why L.A. Can’t Back Out of Hosting 2028 Olympics
Despite mounting pressure to move the 2028 Olympics, steep financial penalties and historical precedent make it unlikely host L.A. could back out.
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Outside
More Than 100 Hikers Have Died in Italy This Summer. What the Heck Is Going on?
On average, three hikers have died every day throughout the summer in Italy’s high peaks. Experts explain why.
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Foreign Affairs
Russia’s Imperial Black Sea Strategy
Maritime power and the quest for regional dominance.
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The New Yorker
The Ghouls of GHOST Are Dialling Back the Devil Stuff
Fresh from selling out Madison Square Garden, the dark priest of the Swedish metal band talked about his childhood TV dreams while backstage at “The Tonight Show.”
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Business Insider
Weaponized Incompetence Is Back, and It’s Driving Modern Women Out of Their Marriages
Therapists and divorce lawyers say weaponized incompetence is reshaping modern marriages between men and women — and men need to learn to catch up.
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Open Culture
Discover the World’s Oldest Surviving Cookbook, ’De Re Coquinaria’, From Ancient Rome
As with most ancient texts, copied over centuries, redacted, amended, and edited, the original cookbook is shrouded in mystery.
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Entertainment Weekly
The 25 Best Documentaries on HBO Max for Niche History Lessons
The streamer carries a wide variety of docs, incredible true stories to astounding profiles.
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Popular Science
Love Hormone Could Be Key to Friendship
Oxytocin helps prairie voles make friends faster and stay loyal.
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Condé Nast Traveler
These East Coast Beach Towns Are Even Better in the Fall
It’s not too late to book that beachside vacation.
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The New York Times
Goodbye, MSNBC. Hello, MS NOW.
The cable news network is changing its name this year because a corporate spinoff is separating MSNBC from its cousin, NBC News.
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The Conversation
Researchers Watched 150 Episodes of ’Bluey’ – They Found It Can Teach Kids About Resilience for Real Life
She’s six years old, lives in Brisbane and might just be one of the best resilience coaches on television.
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Smithsonian Magazine
How Davy Crockett, the Rugged Frontiersman Killed at the Alamo, Became an Unlikely American Hero
During his lifetime, Crockett—who went by David, not Davy—shaped his own myth. In the 20th century, his legacy got a boost from none other than Walt Disney
Life Hacks
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Psyche
How to Resist Everyday Temptations
Acting on impulse often feels good at first, but brings trouble later. Understanding these urges can help you control them
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CBS News
Are Buy Now, Pay Later Plans Eligible for Debt Forgiveness?
Struggling with your buy now, pay later debt? Here’s what to know about including it in a debt forgiveness plan.
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The Guardian
‘I’ve Been Stupid and I Miss You’: The Family Members Who Buried the Hatchet After Years of Silence
Brothers Bruce and Scott hadn’t spoken for 15 years when finally one made the call that would reunite them. How do people recover from decades-long rifts?
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Psyche
How to Thrive As a Highly Sensitive Person
In this noisy world, being highly sensitive is a challenge. But learn to manage overwhelm and you can reap the upsides too
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WIRED
The West Texas Measles Outbreak Has Ended
According to state health officials, a measles outbreak that started in an undervaccinated community and killed two children is now over.
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CNBC
27 Is the ‘Ideal’ Age to Start Saving for Retirement, Survey-Takers Say — but CFPs Suggest Even Earlier
While some Americans think starting to save for retirement in your late 20s is ideal, financial advisors say it can pay to start even sooner — especially if you plan to retire early.
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CBC
Why Are So Many People Fitness Racing? A Look at This Popular Way to Train
Experts weigh in on the Hyrox trend — and how to work out this way at home.
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NPR
Private Equity and Crypto Could Be Heading for Your 401(K). Here’s What to Know
A recent executive order paves the way for retirement accounts to include a lot more than stock and bond funds.
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The Week
What Is an Upside-Down Car Loan and How Do You Get Out of It?
This happens when the outstanding balance on a car loan exceeds the vehicle's worth.
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NPR
Electricity Prices Are Climbing More Than Twice As Fast As Inflation
Electricity prices are rising more than twice as fast as overall inflation. That's especially costly during the dog days of summer when air conditioners are working hardest. In addition to hot weather, a variety of factors are causing power bills to climb, including the high cost of natural gas used to generate electricity and soaring demand from data centers.
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The Local
On the Front Lines of the War Against ‘Super Lice’
With the emergence of drug-resistant nits, lice removal has become a booming business, catering to harried, itchy parents willing to pay for relief.
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NBC News
Why Investors Shouldn’t Try to Be a ‘Hero’ in This Economy, Analyst Says
In other words: Stick to your long-term investment plan, including an appropriate asset allocation and time frame to reach your goals.