Forget Boomers and Millennials. We Actually Belong to 8 ‘Micro Generations’

A philosopher argues that the usual generational labels are useless and proposes a new system of eight ‘micro generations.’

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What does it actually mean when we talk about the American ‘working class’? | Rebecca Solnit

Everyone I asked gave a different definition – and when a concept is so nebulous, it becomes a political cudgel. In the aftermath of the election, the working class was constantly invoked and ...
The Guardian - 21h
For his 80th birthday, my dad asked for the gift of time. What we gave him will last generations | Ranjana Srivastava

My father was more thrilled with his present than the times we gave him lovely photos, swanky dinners and a fancy laptop. I waited until I was 15 years old to have my first major disagreement with ...
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Here’s a surprising reason most boomers are worried about moving to a senior residence

A new survey points to the importance of quality meals as a key driver to win over older adults.
MarketWatch - 1d
Super Micro pops nearly 30% after special committee finds no 'evidence of misconduct'

Shares of Super Micro Computer surged more than 30% after a special committee ruled it found "no evidence of misconduct" at the embattled AI server maker.
CNBC - 1d
Schoolgirl, 8, killed 'trying to save mother from attack'

The victim is named locally as eight-year-old Malika Al Kattib, a schoolgirl from New Ross.
BBC News - 15h
Clickbait but true: Joe Burrow of the 4-8 Bengals deserves MVP consideration

Joe Burrow is putting up ridiculous numbers, but Cincinnati's defense has torpedoed the Bengals season.
Yahoo Sports - 17h
Which 8 teams made NBA Cup quarterfinals? Hint: Not the Celtics or Lakers

The final day of group play determined the last five spots in the knockout round. Last year's NBA Cup finalists and the NBA champs didn't advance.
Yahoo Sports - 2h
Scotland's golden generation miss their golden hour

This Scotland squad often talk about what they deserve. But yet again they have not earned what they think they are due.
BBC News - 10h