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There Is No Comfortable Reading Position

Article URL: https://slate.com/life/2026/01/body-books-reading-position-posture-pain.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46682931 Points: 5 # Comments: 1...

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These Pokémon Mega Bloks Sets Are a Great Alternative to the LEGO Versions

There's always been a console war-esque discussion between LEGO and Mega Bloks, although not nearly as ridiculous. Both toy brands have seen their fair share of licensed sets over the years, and it's ...

Jan 13IGNlifestyle

I was celibate for a year, and then I met someone 10 years younger. Our 3-month fling changed everything for me.

The author had a fling with a younger man. Jackyenjoyphotography/Getty Images After a difficult breakup, I was celibate for a year — until I met someone 10 years younger. I felt safe with this y...

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I had 90 days to find a job after getting laid off while on a work visa. A $50 book helped me land my dream role.

Aman Goyal Aman Goyal After being laid off last year, Aman Goyal faced pressure during his job search due to his visa status. Within two months of searching, he landed his dream role as an associate p...

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9 of the best and worst looks from the 'Bridgerton' season 4 world premiere

Yerin Ha and Luke Thompson attend the premire of "Bridgerton" season four in January 2026. Aurore Marechal/Getty Images The "Bridgerton" season four world premiere was held at the Pala...

Jan 15Business InsiderEntertainmentImpact

I'm a Princeton-educated engineer, but I left the corporate world to pursue a better work-life balance. Doing so helped me become a millionaire by 30.

Luisa Zhou's parents taught her the importance of working hard. Courtesy of Luisa Zhou Luisa Zhou's immigrant parents taught her to work hard and seek security. She ran out of paid time off after help...

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‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

A jungle temple in Thailand hailed as a “hidden gem” has urged tourists to stop “inappropriate behaviour” after they were spotted doing gymnastics and wearing revealing clothing at the site. The Wat P...

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My boyfriend and I broke up hours before the international trip we'd planned together. I still went by myself.

Instead of going on a trip with my partner, I headed to a new country all by myself and don't regret it. Leanna Coy I was supposed to go on a trip with my boyfriend, but we fought before our flights a...

Jan 13Business Insiderlifestyle

I'm a 61-year-old CEO and DJ for longevity raves. I start my day with a cup of tea, ruthlessly cut meetings short, and don't have a house cleaner.

Tina Woods is the CEO and founder of Collider Health, and she DJs as "Tina Technotic." Jon Tonks for BI This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with 61-year-old Tina Woods, the CEO an...

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Travellers beware! Rules surrounding carriage of power banks in cabin have just been tightened

After a fire broke out due to a power bank in an overhead compartment on a South Korean Air Busan aircraft in January 2025, airlines are taking action to minimise risks. Germany's Lufthansa is leading...

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I took a career break to travel in my 40s, but even that exhausted me. I reparented myself — and finally learned to slow down.

Mandalia left his job in 2022 and spent 18 months traveling. Courtesy of Himal Mandalia Himal Mandalia took a six-month career break , which turned into 3 ½ years. He struggled to slow down during the...

Jan 15Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

The thing that brought me joy

Article URL: https://www.stephenlewis.me/blog/the-thing-that-brought-me-joy/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46660663 Points: 3 # Comments: 0...

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I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

The author and her husband traveled the world together before eloping. Courtesy of Zoe Ashbridge I met my husband at work, and we decided to quit our jobs together to cycle around the world. We saved ...

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Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room — and how to avoid them

A few simple design mistakes could be ruining the look of your living room. sheilasay/Getty Images Interior designers told us the top mistakes people make when styling and decorating a living room . T...

Jan 14Business Insiderlifestyle

I quit finance at 54 to go full-time with my matchmaking side hustle. I love having a career where being older is an asset.

Cassindy Chao now works as a full-time matchmaker. Courtesy of Cassindy Chao Cassindy Chao worked in finance, including at JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, but felt she never thrived. She started matchmak...

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25 Years on From Super Smash Bros. Melee, Creator Masahiro Sakurai Finally Confirms The Secret Behind How Much Damage is Healed by Food

Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of Super Smash Bros., has revealed the reason why the series' food various items each heal your character by a specific amount. Writing this week on Twitter/X , Sakurai s...

Jan 15IGNEntertainment

In my 60s, I sold the home I raised my son in and took a job on a cruise ship. It gave me the freedom I needed.

The author sold her house and took a job as a cruise photographer. Courtesy of the author With my son grown and debt rising, I realized my longtime home no longer supported the life I wanted. Selling ...

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I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I don't like organizing parties or events, and planning a trip for more than two people is stressful. So, a birthday solo trip is perfect. Matthew Lubin I've celebrated several birthdays abroad and I ...

Jan 15Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

As someone who lived there for a year, I know what to pack for a trip to Ireland. Hannah Kennedy As an American who spent a year living in Ireland , I've created a great packing list for visitors. To ...

Jan 14Business Insiderlifestyle

We spent $145 to eat like finance bros at Tommy Bahama and are shocked to admit we get the appeal — but not the food

We ate at Tommy Bahama's Manhattan restaurant, which has become a hot spot for a business lunch. Jordan Hart/Business Insider We had lunch at Tommy Bahama in Midtown Manhattan, which has become a go-t...

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There Is No Comfortable Reading Position

These Pokémon Mega Bloks Sets Are a Great Alternative to the LEGO Versions

I was celibate for a year, and then I met someone 10 years younger. Our 3-month fling changed everything for me.

I had 90 days to find a job after getting laid off while on a work visa. A $50 book helped me land my dream role.

9 of the best and worst looks from the 'Bridgerton' season 4 world premiere

I'm a Princeton-educated engineer, but I left the corporate world to pursue a better work-life balance. Doing so helped me become a millionaire by 30.

‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

My boyfriend and I broke up hours before the international trip we'd planned together. I still went by myself.

I'm a 61-year-old CEO and DJ for longevity raves. I start my day with a cup of tea, ruthlessly cut meetings short, and don't have a house cleaner.

Travellers beware! Rules surrounding carriage of power banks in cabin have just been tightened

I took a career break to travel in my 40s, but even that exhausted me. I reparented myself &mdash; and finally learned to slow down.

The thing that brought me joy

I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room &mdash; and how to avoid them

I quit finance at 54 to go full-time with my matchmaking side hustle. I love having a career where being older is an asset.

25 Years on From Super Smash Bros. Melee, Creator Masahiro Sakurai Finally Confirms The Secret Behind How Much Damage is Healed by Food

In my 60s, I sold the home I raised my son in and took a job on a cruise ship. It gave me the freedom I needed.

I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list &mdash; and thanked me later.

We spent $145 to eat like finance bros at Tommy Bahama and are shocked to admit we get the appeal &mdash; but not the food

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There Is No Comfortable Reading Position

These Pokémon Mega Bloks Sets Are a Great Alternative to the LEGO Versions

I was celibate for a year, and then I met someone 10 years younger. Our 3-month fling changed everything for me.

I had 90 days to find a job after getting laid off while on a work visa. A $50 book helped me land my dream role.

9 of the best and worst looks from the 'Bridgerton' season 4 world premiere

I'm a Princeton-educated engineer, but I left the corporate world to pursue a better work-life balance. Doing so helped me become a millionaire by 30.

‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

My boyfriend and I broke up hours before the international trip we'd planned together. I still went by myself.

I'm a 61-year-old CEO and DJ for longevity raves. I start my day with a cup of tea, ruthlessly cut meetings short, and don't have a house cleaner.

Travellers beware! Rules surrounding carriage of power banks in cabin have just been tightened

I took a career break to travel in my 40s, but even that exhausted me. I reparented myself &mdash; and finally learned to slow down.

The thing that brought me joy

I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room &mdash; and how to avoid them

I quit finance at 54 to go full-time with my matchmaking side hustle. I love having a career where being older is an asset.

25 Years on From Super Smash Bros. Melee, Creator Masahiro Sakurai Finally Confirms The Secret Behind How Much Damage is Healed by Food

In my 60s, I sold the home I raised my son in and took a job on a cruise ship. It gave me the freedom I needed.

I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list &mdash; and thanked me later.

We spent $145 to eat like finance bros at Tommy Bahama and are shocked to admit we get the appeal &mdash; but not the food

I took a career break to travel in my 40s, but even that exhausted me. I reparented myself — and finally learned to slow down.

Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room — and how to avoid them

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

We spent $145 to eat like finance bros at Tommy Bahama and are shocked to admit we get the appeal — but not the food

I took a career break to travel in my 40s, but even that exhausted me. I reparented myself — and finally learned to slow down.

Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room — and how to avoid them

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

We spent $145 to eat like finance bros at Tommy Bahama and are shocked to admit we get the appeal — but not the food