Renato Bertelli – Continuous profile of Mussolini (1933)
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Artwork of the Day
Vincent Van Gogh, Prisoners Exercising (1890)
Vincent van Gogh’s story is one of intense beauty and unbearable pain, all wrapped in a two-year period of manic creation and profound despair. By the time he painted Prisoners Exercising in 1890, van Gogh was a man haunted by the madness that defined his last years. It was as though his mind, brilliant and tortured, was constantly at war with itself—a battle that played out on the canvas in bold, frantic strokes of color.
This particular painting, often overshadowed by his more famous works, captures something raw and primal about van Gogh’s experience of life. The prisoners march in a circle, heads down, as if trapped in an endless cycle. It’s a scene of despair, of entrapment—an echo of van Gogh’s own struggle with his mental health. In those last years, he was locked in a different kind of prison, one of his own mind, where the walls closed in tighter with each passing day.
Why Time Seems to Whizz By As You Get Older — And How to Slow It Down
We’ve all heard the age-old adage, “Time flies when you’re having fun.” But as we age, it often feels like time is flying by, even when we’re not particularly having fun. Days turn into weeks, weeks into months, and before we know it, another year has passed. Why does this phenomenon occur, and more importantly, how can we slow down the relentless march of time?
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Stop Giving Us the Same Aliens Movie: It’s Time to Explore the Engineers – Ned Hardy
Tech Support Scams: Still Thriving in 2024 – Shield and Fortify
A wok is an S-Tier cooking instrument. It is incredibly versatile, quick and easy to clean. Nothing ever sticks to its surface. Additionally, its size is perfectly balanced – large enough to cook a family meal, yet manageable for quick snacks or individual servings – Amazon
Inflation Falls Below 3% for First Time Since 2021 – Axios
Inside Starbucks’s Surprising CEO Firing and Hiring – WSJ
Historians Agree 536 Was The Worst Year To Be Alive – What Happened? – Weird History
Americans’ refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to US inflation spike – AP News
The 100 Best Movies of the 2000s – Indiewire
ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode First Impressions: Fun, and Just a Bit Creepy – Wired
Six Strategies to Finally Kick Your Doomscrolling Habit – Life Hacker
Scientists find humans age dramatically in two bursts – at 44, then 60 – The Guardian
There Are Some Things You Just Can’t Argue With – Ned Hardy
If you are into Tiki culture and Tiki drinks, get this book now. Its the definitive bible of everything Tiki – Amazon
What is Coast FIRE? The Ultimate Guide to Semi-Retirement – Of Dollars and Data
Five Ways to Tap Into Other People’s Wisdom – Greater Good
Lingchi, The Chinese Execution Method Reserved For The Most Vicious Criminals – All That’s Interesting
Disney wants a wrongful death lawsuit thrown out because the plaintiff had Disney+ – NPR
Ranked: The Largest Sovereign Debt Defaults in Modern History – Visual Capitalist
Eight Unexpected Ways a Restaurant Can Mislead You – Life Hacker
The Dumping Grounds
Book Recommendation of the Day
Stop Acting Rich by Thomas J. Stanley offers a perspective that will fundamentally change the way you view wealth and success. This book dismantles the myths that have been perpetuated by a consumer-driven society—a society that equates outward displays of wealth with actual financial success. Stanley, through extensive research, uncovers the truth: many of those who appear rich are far from it, while those who are truly wealthy often live unassumingly, far from the limelight.
Reading this book will teach you how to differentiate between acting rich and being rich. It’s not just about learning how to save money or live frugally—it’s about understanding the mindset and habits that lead to real financial independence. The insights shared in this book will help you recognize that true wealth isn’t about the luxury cars, the brand-name clothes, or the lavish vacations. Instead, it’s about the freedom and security that come from living within your means, making smart financial decisions, and avoiding the traps of high-status spending.
This book is not just for those struggling with debt or looking to improve their financial situation; it’s for anyone who wants to understand what it truly means to be wealthy. It challenges the conventional wisdom and offers a roadmap to financial freedom that is both attainable and sustainable. If you’re ready to stop pretending and start building real wealth, Stop Acting Rich is a must-read.
Picture of the Day
Carrie Amelia Nation, a radical member of the temperance movement
Carrie Amelia Nation was not a woman of subtlety. She was a force of nature, as blunt and unyielding as the hatchet she wielded. Born into a world where [Read more…] about Picture of the Day
What Were The Opium Wars?
The Opium Wars were a pivotal and dark chapter in the tangled history between China and the West, where commerce, addiction, and power collided with devastating consequences. At their core, these conflicts were not just about trade but represented profound shifts in global influence, sovereignty, and the exploitation of weakness.
The Real Struggle of Integrity: Choosing What’s Right Over What’s Easy
Let’s get real about integrity. It’s not some fluffy, feel-good concept that magically makes your life better. No, living with integrity is hard. Really hard. It’s like deciding to run a marathon when everyone else is taking Ubers.
Living with integrity means choosing what’s right over what’s easy, comfortable, or profitable. And let me tell you, that choice often sucks.
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Why You Should Never Buy AirPods Max on Facebook Marketplace – Shield and Fortify
Pictures and Videos of the Day – Ned Hardy
You’ve got to get a pair of these iconic Joyce Chen scissors—they’re razor-sharp, incredibly versatile, and make every kitchen task feel effortless – Amazon
I’m 37 Years Old, and I Haven’t Saved Nearly Enough for Retirement. What Do I Do? – WSJ
What a 40-Year-Old Physician Eats on $850K in California’s Bay Area –Bon Appetit
How to Make Your Car Last 200,000 Miles and More – Consumer Reports
Flush With Cash, Tether Has Got Microsoft, Google, and Amazon in Its Crosshairs – Wired
15 Most Violent TV Show Scenes Ever (Not Suitable for Work) – SNIPdaily
My Travel Tips for Seeing the World’s Best Places – NY Times
Replika CEO Eugenia Kuyda says it’s okay if we end up marrying AI chatbots – The Verge
The Winners and Losers of the 2024 Paris Olympics – The Ringer
17 People Reveal The Things About Their Friends That Keeps Them Perpetually Single – Ned Hardy
One of the easiest ways to elevate the taste of your food is to ditch that supermarket peppercorn and get some Tellicherry peppercorns – Amazon
Commentary for Steph Curry’s clutch Olympics moment in multiple languages – Streamable
People With Emotional Mastery Never Do These 5 Things in Relationships (But Narcissists Do) – Thought Catalog
An Indian airline now allows women to avoid sitting next to men after staggering number of sexual harassment reports – CNBC
Japanese man saves for early retirement by eating extremely simple meals for 21 years – Must Share News
100-year-olds share what they always eat—and what they never do: ‘I don’t drink soda at all’ – Make It
The unpredictable economics of pawn shops – The Hustle
All the Countries with Travel Warnings for American Tourists Right Now – Thrillist