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The Worst Thing to Say to Someone Who’s Depressed

Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t have anything to do with waking up and simply choosing not to appreciate all the good things in life.

Archaeologists Found a Viking Amulet That’s Over 1,000 Years Old

They didn’t just find an amulet. There were also bracelets, rings, pearls, and a necklace made of coins, all stashed in an ancient pot.

China Is Flexing Its Supply Chain Muscles — and the Auto Industry Is Freaking Out

Automakers and parts suppliers are shifting supply chains and warning of production shutdowns amid a Chinese crackdown on rare earth metals and magnets.

He Got Us Talking to Alexa. Now He Wants to Kill Off AI Hallucinations

British tech pioneer William Tunstall-Pedoe wants to solve the biggest problem in artificial intelligence.

How an Auschwitz Prisoner Saved the Lives of Twins Targeted for Nazi Medical Experiments

In The Last Twins, twins who survived medical experiments at Auschwitz talk about a man who helped them live.

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How to Disagree with Someone More Powerful than You

Conflicting with your superiors may not be a daily occurrence, but there are times when it’s necessary. Here’s some tips on how to go about it.

WWII Pilot Accounted for 82 Years After Being Credited With Saving Airman’s Life in Deadly Crash

Army Air Forces 1st Lt. Charles W. McCook, 23, of Georgetown, Texas, was credited with saving a fellow soldier before his death.

The Christian Far Right Took Over a Texas School District. Parents Want it Back.

Board members banned books and stripped vaccine curriculum. Now, a group of parents are running to make the school board boring again.

‘Forgotten’ 401(K) Account Fees Can Cost Workers Thousands in Lost Savings

Losing track of an old 401(k) is an ongoing problem as workers change jobs with increased frequency.

10 Practical Answers to 10 Powerful Questions

The other day I received an email from a reader with 10 questions she wanted me to answer. No introduction. No small talk. Just a list of questions and “Thanks for your time” at the bottom.

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The “Look Under the Hood” Jobs Report

Immigration cuts are one possible explanation for last month’s labor force shrinkage.

The Three C’s to Financial Success: A Financial Planner’s Guide to Build Wealth

Consistency, commitment and confidence in your chosen strategy are more critical to your financial success than finding the ‘perfect’ financial plan.

5 Crystal Clear Signs to Quickly Spot Someone With Good Leadership Skills

Power, status, and charisma matter little. The humane side of leadership is the way forward.

21 Non-Awkward Texts To Send A First Date You Don’t Want To See Again

“Nothing good can come of a long text explaining what about them did not work for you.”

Trump Might Be the Most Accessible President Ever — for Spies or Scammers

Trump picks up even when he doesn’t know who’s calling.

An Ancient Writing System Confounding Myths About Africa

How social media is pushing back against the still common idea that African societies never had a knowledge system.

How to Detach Self-Worth From Leadership Decisions

Leaders don’t have the luxury of avoiding decisions. Here’s how to eradicate the belief system that your value depends on a correct decision.

The Art and Science of Kashmir’s Pink Tea

Green tea becomes rosy with the addition of a special ingredient.

With ‘Thunderbolts*,’ Has Wyatt Russell Finally Broken Through?

The son of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell and brother of Kate Hudson has been doing critically acclaimed work for years. But with a Marvel blockbuster under his belt, people are finally putting the pieces together: “Wait — you’re that guy?!”

‘Always Competitively Present’: Alex Caruso’s Journey From G League to Veteran Leader

From G League hopeful to veteran defensive stalwart, Alex Caruso's leadership shines on one of the league's youngest teams.