Has pop culture ever inspired you to completely change your life?
Share Your Cultural Awakening Story Has a TV show, song, or book ever inspired a major change in your life?…
Have you ever quit a job out of spite?
Here’s a more natural and fluent version of your text: — We’ve all fantasized about the pettiest way to quit…
What questions do you have about how smartphones affect children?
One in four UK preschoolers now has a smartphone—but what does that mean for them? From endless scrolling to constant…
The surprising hero of hormones: why cortisol deserves praise, not panic
Cortisol is one of the body’s most misunderstood hormones. While it plays a crucial role in many biological processes, it’s…
“Age is no limit”: Meet the women in their 70s and 80s who are lifting weights
Joan MacDonald is an influencer—though she cringes slightly at the term. But there’s no denying her success. The fitness guru…
What is vitamin B6 toxicity and what are the signs of taking too much?
In January, Guardian Australia shared the story of Simon Bogemann, who developed a nerve condition called peripheral neuropathy after taking…
Labubu underground: Chinese artisans dodge authorities to meet global demand for trendy dolls
Trolleys stacked with severed silicone monster heads, tattooed dealers lurking in alleyways, and bin bags of knockoff goods hidden behind…
“I shouldn’t have to fight for answers”: David Amess’s daughter speaks out about her father’s murder and her anger toward his friends and colleagues.
The last time Katie Amess saw her father, Conservative MP Sir David Amess, he was dropping her off at Heathrow…
Summer Picks: What Happened to Our Attention Spans – And Can We Fix Them? – Podcast
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Trust your instincts and embrace failure: Seven successful women share the advice they’d give their younger selves at 30.
If you could go back in time and give your younger self advice, what would you say? (Mine: always hire…