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Theodore Lee is the editor of Caveman Circus. He strives for self-improvement in all areas of his life, except his candy consumption, where he remains a champion gummy worm enthusiast. When not writing about mindfulness or living in integrity,  you can find him hiding giant bags of sour patch kids under the bed.
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20 Historical Photographs That Capture the Weight of the 20th Century – Ned Hardy

A must have for all toolboxes, these are designed so beautifully – Amazon

Activists say Iran’s crackdown has killed at least 6,159 people, as the country’s currency plunges – AP News

Does Intermittent Fasting Live Up to the Hype? – Archive.ph

TikTok settles just before social media addiction trial to begin – BBC News

UPS to cut up to 30,000 more jobs in move away from low-profit Amazon shipments – NBC News

The Ultimate Guide to Aurora Borealis Hunting – Outside Online

Couples who are ‘truly close’ use 8 phrases when talking about each other – CNBC

If you go hiking or camping in places that dont have reliable cell service, you need to carry this with you in case of an emergency – Amazon

The world’s 10 richest families – The Week

Why lawyers buy so many billboards – The Hustle

The 8 Worst Natural Disasters & Fires in American History – Linkiest

Do Americans Think the Country Is Losing or Gaining Ground in Science? – Pew Research Center

US Pediatricians Give Middle Finger to RFK Jr., Issue Their Own Vaccine Recommendations – Gizmodo

The Father Who Never Left His Son Behind – Sunny Skyz

Spotify and Big 3 Record Labels Sue Anna’s Archive for $13 Trillion (!) Alleging Theft – Consequence

Advice Column

“My 18-Year-Old Daughter is Dating a 51-Year-Old Man”

My 18-year-old daughter has been dating a 51-year-old man for two months. My husband and I strongly disapprove of the relationship—not just because of the age gap, but because he’s older than either of us and we fear she’s being manipulated.

When we confronted her, things escalated. She moved out and is now living with him. We tried involving local authorities, but were told there’s nothing they can do since she’s legally an adult.

Now we’re empty nesters, blindsided, heartbroken, and deeply concerned. I feel depressed and helpless. How do I cope with this situation?

Read the rest: “My 18-Year-Old Daughter is Dating a 51-Year-Old Man”
Life Advice

5 Ways Meditation Makes You Less of an A-Hole

I’ll admit it: I used to think meditation was for people with too much free time or not enough real problems. A soft habit for soft people. But then I noticed something odd: the people in my life who meditated regularly weren’t just calmer. They were—how do I put this?—less of an a**hole. Less reactive. Less petty. Less likely to escalate a dumb argument or turn a bad day into everyone’s problem.

It wasn’t that meditation made them perfect saints. It’s that it made them better at being human. And if you, like me, have ever looked back at a moment and cringed at how you acted, then meditation might be the tool you didn’t know you needed.

Read the rest: 5 Ways Meditation Makes You Less of an A-Hole
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Bald eagle chick watch 2026: Jackie lays first egg – Popular Science

22 Memes For All The History Buffs Out There – Ned Hardy

An awesome product for all the cat people out there – Amazon

China’s Top General Accused of Giving Nuclear Secrets to U.S. – WSJ

Ye, Formerly Kanye West, Takes Out Ad in The Wall Street Journal to Apologize for Antisemitic Outbursts: “I Lost Touch With Reality” – Archive.ph

Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial Starts Today in California – Reason

AI as a life coach: experts share what works, what doesn’t and what to look out for – The Guardian

Six Scams to Watch Out for During Tax Season – Lifehacker

23 Narcolepsy Memes That Perfectly Capture the Sleepy Ups and Downs – Ned Hardy

If you want a gripping, deeply human story that punches you in the gut while still being funny and compassionate, this book is absolutely worth your time. – Amazon

How to Get More Deep Sleep, According to Experts – Archive.ph

Pregnant mom, 24, dead after being hit by speeding, drunk driver who ran red light – NY Post

20 of the Most Unique Landscapes on the Planet – Linkiest

Internal chats show how social media companies discussed teen engagement – Archive.ph

10 Slang Terms From the 2010s That Are Already Very Outdated – Mental Floss

Musk’s $1 trillion pay package renews focus on soaring CEO compensation – CNBC

 

 

Check out our new Word of the Day section – Ned Hardy

 

 

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9 Tax Myths: Busted

Tax season can be stressful, filled with complicated forms and confusing instructions. It’s no wonder that many people cling to common myths about taxes, hoping to simplify the process. However, these myths can lead to mistakes, missed opportunities, and even penalties.

Here are some of the most common tax myths debunked:

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Advice Column

“Husband claims he only messages happy ending locations but never goes..”

Found out that my husband has been communicating with a happy ending/escort/sex worker company (it’s called only real men can handle) through our phone records. It has almost always been when I’m out of town. He clams that it’s a sort of fetish/fantasy of his to message them and ask who’s working, make an appointment, and not go.

Apparently, he’s been doing this our entire 8 year relationship, but he claims he never once went while we were together. He admitted that he has gotten happy endings before, but only when single.

Read the rest: “Husband claims he only messages happy ending locations but never goes..”
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5 Historical Photos That Speak Volumes – Ned Hardy

How Victims of Online Fraud Get Hit Twice—By Scammers and the IRS – Shield and Fortify

Bringing a streaming stick when you travel lets you easily watch your favorite shows and movies on any TV, making hotel rooms or rentals feel a lot more like home – Amazon

TikTok finalizes deal to form new American entity – NPR

How Much Energy Does AI Use? The People Who Know Aren’t Saying – Wired

Six Ways to Get to Know Your Neighbors, Even If You’re Awkward – Lifehacker

The Secret Sauce For Confident Kids: How Intrinsic Motivation Works (& How To Nurture It) – Romper

27 Memes That Won The Internet This Week – Ned Hardy

You’ve got to get a pair of these iconic scissors—they’re razor-sharp, incredibly versatile, and make every kitchen task feel effortless – Amazon

An Illustrated Guide to Inflammation – NYTimes

“I Didn’t Appreciate What I Had”: 10 Men On Their Biggest Marriage Regret – Fatherly

Want To Retire at 60? See if You Can Answer These Five Questions – Kiplinger

Airplane Faux Pas, Ranked from Most to Least Forgivable – Thrillist

I Was Trapped in Quicksand for 12 Hours in a Blizzard – Outside

Older people get real about what it’s like to move into a retirement community – Upworthy