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Moving backward changes the load on the knee
A small biomechanics study found lower kneecap-joint compression during backward running than forward running at participants’ chosen speeds. Changing…
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Crime Junkie became the subject of its own reporting controversy
In 2019, journalists and podcasters accused the show of using their work without adequate credit. The dispute put the research behind a polished true-crime…
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Offbeat island escapes away from massive crowds
The Azores and lesser-known Philippine islands offer volcanic scenery, lagoons, and local food as alternatives to crowded destinations like Santorini and Bali.
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Your smart home may be watching you
Connected locks and thermostats can let landlords monitor tenants’ movements and habits, raising questions about who controls data from inside a home.
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Secret to scoring an entire row of seats
Booking the aisle and window seats leaves the middle open; if no one books it, you and your companion get the row to yourselves.
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How to travel across Japan on less
Overnight buses cost far less than bullet trains, and convenience-store meals help keep food costs down.
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Studios are quietly canceling superhero movies
A string of box-office flops has prompted studios to scale back sprawling cinematic universes and cancel projects.
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Why being single can cost more
One person still needs a whole place to live and groceries to buy, while two people can split those bills. That’s the everyday arithmetic behind the so-called…
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Footsteps heard in empty corridors
Some paranormal traditions attribute such sounds to lingering grief in places like old psychiatric wards and orphanages.
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Why office computers moved from desktops to laptops
Hybrid work made portability more valuable: lightweight laptops and cloud-based systems let employees work wherever they are, replacing bulky desktop towers…
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Walking outside lowers cortisol
During stress, the body releases cortisol as part of its response. After a brisk walk in a natural setting, that signal can ease; the change is less like…
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A clothing label can give a garment a digital biography
Digital product IDs can link a scan to details such as materials, manufacturer, and resale information. A QR code or nearby-readable electronic tag identifies…
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Nomad visas require steep income
Some digital-nomad visas require proof of up to $5,000 in monthly passive income, a steep bar for applicants.
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Freelance platforms steal profit
A freelancer can win the job and still lose a fifth of the fee to the platform. Withdrawal charges and self-employment taxes can take another bite before the…
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Ireland offered up to €84,000 to bring island ruins back to life
A scheme expanded in July 2023 offered higher renovation grants for qualifying vacant homes on offshore islands: up to €60,000, or €84,000 for eligible…
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A friar helped put modern bookkeeping into print
Luca Pacioli's 1494 mathematics book contained the first printed explanation of double-entry bookkeeping. He described the method merchants were already using…
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Eerie valley village where dolls outnumber people
A single artist began making life-size dolls of people who had died in the town. Hundreds now sit at bus stops and in empty classrooms, outnumbering the living.
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A beloved late-night host resigned after workplace toxicity allegations
Writers alleged that the host screamed at staff and harmed their careers behind the scenes, a stark contrast with the friendly persona viewers saw on screen.
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Hidden fees in crypto transfers
A small crypto transfer can meet a surprisingly large toll: network fees may spike when many transactions compete to get through. At the busiest times, the…
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How to safely detox from sugar cravings
A gradual swap can be easier than going cold turkey: complex carbohydrates take longer to break down, and fats add staying power to a meal. That changes the…
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Why influencer life can trigger panic attacks
Some top creators fear that missing even one upload will cause the algorithm to bury their posts, making their posting schedules a source of intense anxiety.
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A liquid that carries oxygen better than blood
Some fluorocarbon liquids carry oxygen by letting the gas dissolve directly into the liquid, rather than attaching it to hemoglobin as it does in blood. They…
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When renting can beat buying a home
In a major city, the mortgage and property taxes on a starter home can be so high that renting costs less. Investing the money left over in index funds can…
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Why legacy media is terrified of creators
Solo YouTube journalists can rival major cable networks in viewership and public trust, without multimillion-dollar studios.
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