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The big idea: why am I so forgetful?
A failing memory can be frustrating, but it may be a sign your brain is working exactly as it should. Every day, people across the planet ask themselves this question, myself included. When we are desperately searching for our glasses, wallet or ...The Guardian - World -
How Sam Bankman-Fried’s 25-year sentence compares to Bernie Madoff and Elizabeth Holmes’s jail time
As much as $10 billion in customer deposits went missing from FTX, Bankman-Fried’s crypto-trading platform, as a result of his fraud.MarketWatch - Business -
English midlifers are the loneliest in Europe – and I think I know why | Emma Beddington
I fully understand the problem as I rarely see my friends and no longer have workmates. But is there a solution?. I’m sad English midlifers are the loneliest in Europe: poor Gen Xers, sitting at home, wishing we had someone to go to the pub with.. ...The Guardian - World -
I Moved to Switzerland in 2009. Here's Why We're So Darn Happy
Happiness is not a zero-sum game. You can use some of these Swiss ideas to make yourself and your employees happier.Inc. - Business -
‘I don’t feel pressure’: Sky Brown on her skating glory and surfing dream | Sean Ingle
Teenage skateboarding star and Olympic medallist displays maturity beyond her years and wants to excel in two events. Over a breathless hour on Tuesday morning Team GB’s 15‑year‑old skateboarding star, Sky Brown, lit up the London skyline with her ...The Guardian - World -
Ex-COD Dev Says "You Can Only Do So Much" With Such A Big Series
David Vonderhaar made a name for himself with the Call of Duty franchise, having worked on the series at Black Ops studio Treyarch for nearly 20 years before calling it quits and starting his own studio. In a new interview with GI.biz, Vonderhaar ...GameSpot - Tech -
An ‘Irish Heiress’ Conned Him. He Started a Podcast to Track Her Down.
Marianne Smyth was convicted of grand theft after she claimed that her family had cut her out of an inheritance. She faces extradition to Northern Ireland on separate fraud and theft charges.The New York Times - Top stories -
Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
Sam Bankman-Fried returns to Manhattan federal court Thursday for sentencing that could land him in prison for the next half-century. Follow here for the latest live news updates.CNN - Top stories -
Tesla, Netflix and many other big companies pay more to executives than they do in taxes. It’s time to rein them in.
35 major U.S. corporations have paid less than nothing in federal income taxes. Instead, they collectively netted almost $2 billion in refunds.MarketWatch - Business -
What can I do if I can't pay my energy bill?
If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?BBC News - Top stories -
Sam Bankman-Fried will appeal his 25-year sentence – live
Sentence for former CEO of now-bankrupt FTX cryptocurrency exchange is lower than the 40-50 years prosecutors asked for. Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prisonSam Bankman-Fried’s parents are in the courtroom to witness their son’s ...The Guardian - World -
Electric headset helps me 'feel I have hope again'
Ashley Riley says he can be a full-time father again after using an electric headset to treat depression.BBC News - Top stories -
Arik Armstead on 49ers: I did feel extremely disrespected
Arik Armstead has found a new home with the Jaguars, but he has something to say about his departure from the 49ers.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Lionel Messi on retirement talk: 'If I feel good, I will always try to continue competing'
Messi will have a busy 2024 as he looks to deliver titles for Inter Miami and Argentina.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Russia lauding torture was unthinkable – now it is proud to do so
Moscow’s proud promotion of the brutal treatment of men accused of Crocus City Hall attack marks watershed moment. Warning: contains descriptions of torture readers may find distressing. There was no attempt to hide the evidence of torture. In ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and when do I apply?
Parents in England who want 15 hours of free childcare for two-year-olds face an important deadline.BBC News - Top stories -
How do I know if my smart meter is broken?
Almost four million smart meters in Great Britain were not working at the end of 2023.BBC News - Top stories -
This is how we do it: ‘At 80, I’ve discovered a sexual energy I didn’t know I had’
Until they met, both Hugh and Amelia doubted they’d ever have sex again – but since they got together there is no stopping themHow do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously. The sexual attraction is instantaneous: when we embrace ...The Guardian - World -
I own four homes and have $800,000 in liquid assets. I’d like to retire in two years. Can I do it?
“I am a professional in good health, living in Arizona.”MarketWatch - Business -
Why are the Democrats suddenly so petrified of RFK Jr.?
Kennedy’s campaign does seem to have the Biden White House and the DNC in a panic.The Hill - Politics -
Why Are So Many Brands Hitting the Road This Year?
Companies are going mobile to peddle mushrooms, to repair shoes, and, of course, to create content.Inc. - Business -
Why the Baltimore Bridge Collapsed So Quickly
Steel structures aren’t as strong as you might think—and the immense power of a container ship shouldn’t be underestimated.Wired - Tech -
‘The time feels right’: Danny Care calls time on 15-year England career
Harlequins scrum-half bows out with 101 capsOnly five other players boast century of caps for EnglandDanny Care, the Harlequins scrum-half, has retired from international rugby after winning 101 caps in a 15-year England career.. The Leeds-born ...The Guardian - World -
Disrespected ACC is the big winner so far in NCAA tourney
The ACC was derided as weaker than other major conferences but now has four teams in the Sweet 16, as many as the Big 12 and SEC combined.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
How Do I Get My Unemployed Brother Out of Our Father’s House?
Four years after being laid off, a man in his 50s is still relying on his father, who just moved into an assisted living facility, for support and housing. Should his sister say something?The New York Times - Lifestyle -
'I can't do it anymore': Alex Edelman on ending 'Just for Us,' his hit show about antisemitism
Alex Edelman has spent six years revising and performing "Just for Us," but now he's ending it with an encore run in L.A. that coincides with its HBO special on April 6.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Bill Maher: 'I'll do everything I can to make sure' Trump isn't president again
Bill Maher says he’s committed to ensuring that former President Trump doesn’t return to the Oval Office. “I’ll do everything I can to make sure that doesn’t happen, but none of us have much influence,” the HBO “Real Time” host said of Trump ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
How do I renew my UK passport and what is the 10-year rule?
UK travellers have been turned away at airports because their passports are not valid for EU travel.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
My boyfriend’s behaviour is making me second-guess everything. What should I do? | Leading questions
An accurate gut feeling can be hard to distinguish from overreaction, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But there’s probably a good reason you feel this way . My boyfriend and I have been together for five years now, and for the most ...The Guardian - World -
How I managed my autism in the Big Brother house
Bradley Riches reveals the coping mechanisms he used while taking part in the series.BBC News - Top stories -
‘I’d like a nest egg of my own’: My sister and I will inherit our mother’s house, but it’s miles from anywhere. Is it wrong to force her to sell?
“I have a physical disability, and have never driven. There is no public transportation near the house.”MarketWatch - Business -
The Office Market Is in Turmoil. So Why Are Rents More Expensive?
U.S. office rents are holding steady—or even climbing—despite soaring vacancy rates, a record amount of available sublease space, and rising defaults.The Wall Street Journal - World -
NFL bans dangerous tackle. So why are players miffed?
There's a subtle distinction to the language being used by the competition committee, just enough to concern the NFLPA about enforcing the change.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Why has LinkedIn become so weird? | Coco Khan
It is now used as a full social network – and is changing how we think about our identities and accomplishments. Time for us all to be a lot more honest .... A friend recently asked me to help her look for a job. She wanted help writing a cover ...The Guardian - World -
Why Palm Oil Is Still a Big Problem
The ubiquitous ingredient contributes to the loss of tropical forests.The New York Times - Top stories -
Netanyahu doesn’t deserve to address Congress again
Netanyahu’s grandstanding in Washington is a recipe for disaster.The Hill - Politics - Israel -
I didn’t learn to drive until I was 30 – here’s why | Coco Khan
Young people of driving age are being criticised by the rightwing press for ‘refusing’ to drive. I say: leave those kids alone!. Being young has always been hard. Sure, it has its perks – more energy, first loves, first everythings – but I feel ...The Guardian - World -
Barclays bank payments restored after outage
The bank has apologised as some customers experienced issues with payments into and out of accounts.BBC News - Top stories -
I’m 60 with $6,100-a-month in Social Security disability and a pension. I want my money to work for 20 years — what do you recommend?
“I live in a small town home. I refinanced my $185,000 mortgage a few years ago at 3.1% interest.”MarketWatch - Business -
Yale psychologist: Feeling too busy can damage your brain health—here are 3 easy ways to fix it
Yale University psychology professor Laurie Santos says filling up your calendar is bad for your well-being. Here are her strategies for feeling less busy.CNBC - Business