- Stretching tips from a master flexologist
Sunday Edition • August 10, 2025 SUPPORTED BY Why does receiving a compliment often feel as awkward as being told you have food in your teeth or your fly is unzipped? In a recent episode of the NPR podcast Life Kit, social psychologist Erica Boothby and behavioral scientist Xuan Zhao delve into the science behind compliments — and explain how your reaction to them might reflect your own self-esteem. Their insight on giving and receiving praise is illustrated in this comic strip, which we…Read more
- When driving on the wrong side is right
Daily Edition • June 3, 2024 SUPPORTED BY There’s so much to look forward to in the warmer months, but mosquito bites are not on the list. Just the thought of the pesky insects can make one itchy, and they’re unfortunately difficult to avoid in many climates. The good news is that there are plenty of remedies for bug bites, and you likely already have many of them in your medicine cabinet or pantry. Check out Popular Science’s roundup of common household products that can soothe mosquito...
- Wordle’s got competition
Sunday Edition • June 2, 2024 SUPPORTED BY Some of the most heartwarming examples of random acts of kindness are the little, day-brightening “Easter eggs” that strangers leave in public places for others to find, from whimsical unicorn figurines to Post-it note messages of encouragement. But this one might take the cake. Worry Worms are pocket-sized crocheted characters intended to provide relief from stress to those who find them — as was the case for a social media user who discovered one...
- The power of a parent’s hug
Daily Edition • June 1, 2024 SUPPORTED BY If you’re a person who starts tossing and turning as soon as the temperature rises, this message is for you: You don’t have to suffer all summer long. Sleep is essential to overall well-being, so it’s worth finding some solutions for weather-induced insomnia. From pairing a bucket of ice with a basic fan to opting for breathable pajamas, there are ways to cool down your sleeping environment that don’t require investing in central air conditioning....