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Here’s What It’s Like to Retire on Almost Nothing but Social Security – WSJ

Movie Trivia of the Day – Ned Hardy

High Blood Pressure sneaks up on you and is the underlying cause of so many deaths. All symptoms are considered minor (such as frequent headaches) untill it’s done severe damage. Only way to tell is to keep it monitored regularly – Amazon

Opening A Roth IRA For Your Kids To Build Wealth And Save On Taxes – Financial Samurai

The Quest to Ban the Best Raincoats in the World – Heatmap

How many times must you fold a paper to reach the Moon? – Big Think

I Found David Lynch’s Lost Dune II Script – Wired

Thousands of Software Engineers Say the Job Market Is Getting Much Worse – VICE

Young people turning to AI therapist bots – BBC

7 Famous Crimes That Were Never Solved – Linkiest

Once you upgrade your toilet seat with this, there’s no going back. Going to the bathroom on a regular toilet will become uncivilized! – Amazon

Pop Punk Blackjack Player Only Hits On 15 – The Hard Times

It is not our job to protect children from pain, it’s our job to guide them through it – Upworthy

Whatever Happened to Actor Jade Calegory From ‘Mac and Me’? – Ned Hardy

Guy throws drink and taunts Asian guys at festival. Hits buffest dude at the venue – Reddit

Is America’s Ultra-Processed Diet That Bad? Big Food Fights Back – WSJ

How Much Income Do You Need to Be Rich? – Of Dollars and Data

Remember People’s Names Once and for All — by Using This Technique From Memory Champs – Ideas

How to Make Peace with Feeling Less Ambitious – HBR

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Raising Secure and Confident Children

Childhood, that innocent playground of scraped knees and boundless imagination, also harbors a hidden battleground: the fight against insecurity. Though often invisible, its scars can linger into adulthood, casting long shadows of self-doubt and fear. As parents, understanding the effects of insecurity and equipping our children with the tools to overcome it is a critical task.

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What’s Going On in Ecuador Right Now?

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Ecuador has descended into chaos this week after two notorious gang leaders escaped from prison, triggering widespread violence across the country. Armed men have stormed a TV station, kidnapped police officers, and set off explosives in major cities, leaving citizens terrified to leave their homes.

The crisis began on Sunday when Adolfo Macías, leader of the powerful Los Choneros gang, disappeared from a prison in Guayaquil where he was serving a 34-year sentence. Another gang boss, Fabricio Colón Pico, escaped from a different prison a day later. Their brazen prison breaks prompted simultaneous riots in up to six jails, with inmates taking guards hostage.

The unrest soon spilled onto the streets as the gangs ramped up attacks in retaliation for the government’s attempts to crack down on them.

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The Grave Risks of Loneliness and Social Isolation: Insights from a Comprehensive Study

In a world where connectivity is just a click away, loneliness has paradoxically emerged as a significant concern, affecting millions globally. It’s not just about being physically alone; loneliness is the subjective feeling of isolation, the discrepancy between desired and actual social relationships.

A groundbreaking study published in June 2023 in the journal of Nature Human Behaviour has cast new light on the severe implications of loneliness and social isolation, elevating them from mere emotional states to critical public health concerns. This meta-analysis, encompassing 90 studies and over two million adults, asserts a direct link between loneliness, social isolation, and the risk of premature death.

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Movie Trivia of the Day – Ned Hardy

Man Who Attacked Las Vegas Judge Gets Locked Up in Prison – Reddit

This iPhone game controller is very solid and feels comfortable and intuitive to snap onto your phone and game – Amazon

Gabriel Attal is France’s youngest-ever and first openly gay prime minister – AP News

Martin Scorsese says new Jesus film aims to ‘take away the negatives’ of organised religion – The Guardian

How To Design Your Ideal Workday Based On Your Sleep Habits – Fast Co

A Love Letter to Driving Alone – Afar

The 10 Worst Predictions Of All-Time – Linkiest

They Paid Hundreds To Train For A ‘Job Of The Future.’ Now They’re Struggling To Find A Gig – Business Insider

Dating Apps Are In Their Flop Era – Bustle

If you clothes come out of the washing machine and still smell like shit, use this. – Amazon

The Most Underappreciated Action Movie of the 80s – Ned Hardy

Jon Favreau to Direct New Star Wars Movie, The Mandalorian & Grogu – IGN

How To Calm Anxiety During Turbulence, According To Flight Attendants – BuzzFeed

Court permits 62-year-old woman to extract sperm from dead husband to make a baby – Boing Boing

This is why you should never stick your dick in crazy – Reddit

Is This The Safest Car In The World? – Fatherly

These 2 simple tips will make you sound smarter, says communication expert – CNBC

Armed men break into a live TV studio in Ecuador as the country is rocked by attacks – NPR

Picture Of The Day

Picture of the Day

The Guatemalan Special forces, the Kaibiles, are infamous for forcing recruits to raise a puppy, bonding with it and then killing and eating it.

They specialize in jungle warfare tactics and counter-insurgency operations. Since 1974, more than 1,250 soldiers have graduated from the international training programme, which has a duration of eight weeks.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Kaibil Centre’s mission is to train and develop elite commando forces: "To select, by means of arduous, difficult training under physical and mental pressure, members of the army capable of engaging in commando operations."

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A Simple Guide to Retirement Accounts

Planning for retirement can often feel like navigating a labyrinth of choices, especially when it comes to choosing the right type of retirement account. With a plethora of options available, understanding the basics of each can make this journey less daunting. Here’s an easy-to-understand guide to the different types of retirement accounts and their unique features.

1. Traditional IRA (Individual Retirement Account)

  • Key Feature: Tax-deferred growth. You pay taxes on withdrawals, not contributions.
  • Contribution Limits (as of 2023): $6,000 per year, or $7,000 if you’re 50 or older.
  • Best For: Individuals who expect to be in a lower tax bracket when they retire.
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