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1 hour ago

Jan Morris by Sara Wheeler review masterly account of a flawed figure

Morris was a sympathetic historian of empire who became a republican Welsh nationalist, and yet she accepted a CBE, showcasing her complex identity.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
6 hours ago

A 1960s Trip to Switzerland Changed My Mother's Life-So We Went Back, Together

A mother and daughter retrace a transformative summer in Switzerland, exploring memories and significant places from the mother's past.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

My mother, Audrey Hepburn: the star's son Sean on her movies, marriages, good works and fascist parents

Sean Hepburn Ferrer shares insights about his mother, Audrey Hepburn, emphasizing her normal family life despite her fame.
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fromThe New Yorker
21 hours ago

He Wrote a Book About Interviewing. Here's His Interview.

Ben Lerner's 'Transcription' explores memory, language, and technology through the lens of a writer's relationship with his mentor.
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fromVulture
2 days ago

Ben Lerner's Big Feelings

Ben Lerner's new book, Transcription, explores the complexities of authorial voice and the nature of interviews through a unique narrative structure.
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fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

The Ample Rewards of Ben Lerner's Slender New Novel

An interview with Ben Lerner reveals complexities of memory and influence in art and literature.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Life of Pi author Yann Martel: I thought the Iliad was a book for old farts then I started getting ideas'

Yann Martel's new novel, Son of Nobody, reimagines the Trojan War from the perspective of an unknown soldier, blending humor and domesticity with scholarly footnotes.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

The kindness of strangers: I was taken aback by a rude remark. Then it hit me she was absolutely right

Perspective can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and gratitude.
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

I'm back in London after almost a decade in the US and I'm feeling homesick | Bim Adewunmi

I moved to New York in 2016, with the intention of staying exactly 12 months: to report on an electric election year and then return home with a chapter of my eventual memoir tucked away in my mind. Instead, I stayed for almost a decade.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How a mother turned her drowned daughter's passion into a thriving patisserie

Johanna Orth, a talented young baker, tragically lost her life in a devastating flood while preparing to open her own pastry shop.
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fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 66 and the most important relationship of my adult life has been with solitude - not as a consolation for the company I didn't have, but as the place where I have always been most honest, most creative, and most recognizably myself, and I spent too many years being embarrassed about that before I understood it was simply how I was built - Silicon Canals

Solitude allows for self-discovery and personal reflection, free from societal expectations and external pressures.
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fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

I Wrote Over 100 Letters To My Future Husband. Reading Them Now Has Been Excruciating.

Purity culture influenced many young women to prioritize marriage and traditional gender roles from a young age.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I'm 66 and I spent four decades chasing the version of happiness I saw in other people's living rooms - and the day I stopped, I noticed I'd been happy in my own kitchen all along - Silicon Canals

I was stealing other people's definitions of happiness and trying to make them fit my life. I'd walk past neighbors' houses at night, see their living rooms lit up through the windows, and think that's what I was missing.
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fromFast Company
1 day ago

A New York Times critic used AI to write a review, but good criticism can't be outsourced

Preston's reliance on A.I. and his use of unattributed work by another writer was deemed a clear violation of the Times's standards, leading to his dismissal.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

My Brief Time in John F. Kennedy, Jr.,'s Orbit

What would it be like to be him? Him, John F. Kennedy, Jr., our American Prince... endowed not only with a privileged birthright but... the physical stature to match?
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Eminem's 8 Mile helped me survive abuse and opened my eyes to a world outside of orthodox Judaism

Exposure to cinema and Eminem's music provided an escape and connection during a challenging and isolated period of life.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I'd introduce aliens to shito sauce.' Items our panel would take into space

Personal items and literature can provide comfort and inspiration during a journey to the moon.
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fromWIRED
2 days ago

John Perry Barlow, JFK Jr., and a Night of Grief I Can't Forget

Cynthia Horner's sudden death in 1994 deeply affected friends, including John Perry Barlow and John F. Kennedy Jr.
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fromVulture
2 days ago

Camus's The Stranger, It Turns Out, Is Still Relevant

The adaptation of The Stranger emphasizes Meursault's passive nature and the racial implications of his actions, adding depth to the original narrative.
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fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Rachel Carson Has Known the Ocean

Rachel Carson's lyrical writing transformed scientific communication, inviting readers to perceive the ocean beyond human limitations.
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fromItsnicethat
3 days ago

Elizabeth Goodspeed on why design writing needs designers writing

Writing and design stem from a shared love of history and complex ideas, with personal expression being key to the author's creative process.
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fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

I was quietly unhappy with my life for years and the most unsettling part wasn't the unhappiness - it was how functional I remained inside it, how well I performed contentment, how convincingly I answered fine to every person who asked, including myself - Silicon Canals

Pretending to be okay while feeling empty can trap individuals in a cycle of unhappiness.
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fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

I'm 66 and the loneliest I've ever felt wasn't after my children left or my friends moved away - it was the morning I woke up and realized I had nothing that needed me, nothing that depended on my showing up, and the whole day stretched ahead like a road with no destination - Silicon Canals

Loneliness can stem from feeling unnecessary, not just from being alone.
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fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Writing about a pet frog is trivial? Anne Fadiman disagrees. - Harvard Gazette

Beauty, wit, and attention to small things are essential when facing large, painful realities.
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

The unexpected childhood activity that predicted my career path

A childhood fascination with weddings evolved into a career in wedding planning, driven by a desire to streamline chaotic logistics.
fromLondon Unattached
4 days ago

Les Liaisons Dangereuses, National Theatre - Review

Hampton's adaptation retains the original's outrage at a calcified and predatory aristocracy as well as its arch sense of distance, focusing on dispassionate cruelty.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

FilmWatch Weekly: Camus' 'The Stranger' on screen, Christian Petzold's 'Miroirs No. 3,' and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

François Ozon's adaptation of The Stranger, while visually stunning, reveals the limitations of cinema in depicting the complex inner states of consciousness that Camus masterfully crafted in his text.
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fromEsquire
3 days ago

My Best Friend Lived an Extraordinary Life. Why Did He Take It So Soon?

Friendship can form unexpectedly, as seen in the bond between two boys who became best friends despite being in separate classrooms.
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fromIndieWire
3 days ago

'The Testaments' Review: Hulu's Next-Gen 'Handmaid's Tale' Bears Witness... and Little Else

Repetitive patterns in 'The Handmaid's Tale' diminished its initial impact, leading to narrative stagnation and a lack of fresh insights.
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fromDefector
4 days ago

Go Ahead and Use AI. It Will Only Help Me Dominate You. | Defector

AI can be a valuable tool in the writing process, and its use should be supported rather than criticized.
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fromThe Nation
4 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women behind the lens: I grew up hating my natural hair. But I transformed that pain into something empowering'

I create sculptural hairstyles using my natural hair as a material. I add some extensions, and shape it with thread and wire. A sculpture can take me from 30 minutes to more than six hours.
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fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago

What do I have to fear, have I ever diminished by dying?

What do I have to fear, have I ever diminished by dying? I died as lifeless matter and became growing vegetation, then I died as a plant and reached animality. I died as an animal and became human.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A moment that changed me: for the first time in my life, a stranger pronounced my name correctly

I would squirm in my chair as my new teacher worked their way through the class register, and my stomach would drop as they attempted to say my full name: Priti Ubhayakar.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Money! Glamour! Yachts! But not for me!' Adrian Searle relives 30 glorious years as our chief art critic

Art criticism reveals the complexities of perception and memory, highlighting the subjective nature of experiencing and interpreting art.
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fromBig Think
5 days ago

What 1,000-year-old companies know about resilience

Long-term relationships with customers can sustain a business through crises, as demonstrated by a dry cleaner's loyal clientele during the pandemic.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
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Transcription by Ben Lerner review a stunning exploration of technology and storytelling

The novel explores themes of touch, familial inheritance, and the complexities of communication through a narrative involving a final interview with a mentor.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Transcription by Ben Lerner review a stunning exploration of technology and storytelling

The novel explores themes of touch, familial inheritance, and the complexities of communication through a narrative involving a final interview with a mentor.
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fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Lena Dunham on Falling in Love with the Movies

A young filmmaker's journey begins with a short film, leading to acceptance at Slamdance and a memorable festival experience.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Salisbury woman found guilty of murdering boyfriend with antifreeze

Prosecutor Andrew Camelio described the relationship as "toxic and dysfunctional," highlighting Church's jealousy and rage over Fowler's affair, which fueled her actions.
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fromThe Nation
6 days ago

The Enigma of Gertrude Stein

Gertrude Stein's complex writing style and innovative use of language significantly influenced 20th-century literature, despite ongoing ambivalence from readers.
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fromIndependent
1 week ago

Tanya Sweeney: My 200 16-week blowdry was transformational - then I was seduced by the prospect of self-improvement

Personal challenges can create chaos, but finding time for self-care is essential.
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago

In Ling Ling Huang's Immaculate Conception, Friends Share Brains

"For me... the main thing is just how deep a love can be, and how much everything else can complicate it," explained violinist and author Ling Ling Huang.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

He's the voice of romantasy audiobooks' biggest heartthrobs. He's never been busier

Anthony Palmini, a rising audiobook narrator, faced a serious cold that threatened his career in the romantasy genre.
fromVulture
6 days ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

I read Every Brilliant Thing and cried, rejoiced, laughed, cried some more, and loved it so much. I'm always drawn to themes of healing and renewal, especially when the journey is rendered in all its complexity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Serve, smile, procreate': Yesteryear author Caro Claire Burke on the rise of the tradwife

The tradwife phenomenon, rooted in incel culture, has gained popularity through social media influencers despite its problematic origins and implications.
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fromJezebel
1 week ago

The 'Hatchet Granny' Who Waged a Crazed, But Totally Understandable War on Alcohol

Carrie Nation became a famous figure in the temperance movement by smashing saloons and promoting anti-alcohol sentiments with her hatchet.
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fromQueerty
1 week ago

Callum Scott finally reveals what Robyn thinks of his "Dancing On My Own" downtempo cover: "I was in shock" - Queerty

Callum Scott expresses gratitude for Robyn's approval of his cover of 'Dancing On My Own' and acknowledges its impact on his career.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

Actress with Portland roots understands 'empathy' while playing Fantine in 'Les Miserables' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Lindsay Heather Pearce reflects on her emotional experience performing as Fantine in Les Misérables, highlighting the song's profound impact on her over time.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I was in the pit of despair': Non-speaking autistic novelist Woody Brown on his journey from write-off to writer

Woody Brown, an autistic non-speaking author, shares poignant stories of misunderstood individuals in his novel 'Upward Bound' set in a care center.
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fromJezebel
1 week ago

The King of My Unrealized Mythical Erotica Dreams

Spring inspires imagination and exploration of fantasy erotica, highlighting the appeal of art that transcends traditional boundaries.
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fromLondon Unattached
1 week ago

John Proctor is the Villain - Royal Court Review

John Proctor is the Villain challenges traditional narratives by reexamining the character of John Proctor in the context of the MeToo movement.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Johannes Radebe: I had always been warned to wear my flesh underwear. I did not that day'

Johannes Radebe is a celebrated dancer and performer, known for his achievements in dance and his recent memoir.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
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Don't Let AI Write the Story of Your Life

Writing is essential for self-discovery, and AI's influence can strip away personal narratives and authenticity.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
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New York Times Accused of Running AI-Generated Article

The New York Times faced scrutiny over a 'Modern Love' essay suspected to be AI-generated without disclosure.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Don't Let AI Write the Story of Your Life

Writing is essential for self-discovery, and AI's influence can strip away personal narratives and authenticity.
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fromFuturism
1 week ago

New York Times Accused of Running AI-Generated Article

The New York Times faced scrutiny over a 'Modern Love' essay suspected to be AI-generated without disclosure.
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fromBustle
1 week ago

Mallory Edens Is Not Your "Trophy Daughter"

Mallory Edens finds inspiration in literature while transitioning from New York to Los Angeles, seeking stories that resonate with young women's experiences.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Lived Through the Worst Thing That Can Happen to a Parent. To Help Me Move On, I Did Something Drastic.

Grief is a persistent presence that evolves but never fully disappears.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

There's No Justifying This Love Story

Ann Freeman expresses deep grief and anger over the portrayal of her daughters' deaths as a Kennedy tragedy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

When my best friend died, I couldn't bear to delete her phone contact. Here's why I never will

Grief can evoke complex emotions, blending disbelief and humor, as seen in unexpected reminders of lost loved ones.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Lived Through the Worst Thing That Can Happen to a Parent. To Help Me Move On, I Did Something Drastic.

Grief is a persistent presence that evolves but never fully disappears.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

There's No Justifying This Love Story

Ann Freeman expresses deep grief and anger over the portrayal of her daughters' deaths as a Kennedy tragedy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

When my best friend died, I couldn't bear to delete her phone contact. Here's why I never will

Grief can evoke complex emotions, blending disbelief and humor, as seen in unexpected reminders of lost loved ones.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I'm a ghostwriter who thinks AI will wipe out 90% of my industry so I'm leaning into it. Here are 2 ways it saves me time and money.

Joshua Lisec transformed his freelance writing career into a successful ghostwriting business, grossing over $1 million annually by valuing his work appropriately.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Love Story Season-Finale Recap: Every Couple Is an Island

The funeral Mass for JFK Jr., Carolyn, and Lauren Bessette featured poignant poems that contrasted with the season finale's forced solemnity.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

What Happens When We Die? This Wallace Stevens Poem Has Thoughts.

The poem explores the concept of a bird as a symbol of thought and perception beyond human understanding.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

What Happens When We Die? This Wallace Stevens Poem Has Thoughts.

The poem explores the concept of a bird as a symbol of thought and perception beyond human understanding.
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Felicia Day on Rewriting Mythology in The Lost Daughter of Sparta, and The Guild's Next Life: Podcast

Felicia Day's graphic novel The Lost Daughter of Sparta reimagines a forgotten character from Greek mythology, emphasizing personal identity and rebellion against traditional narratives.
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fromUntapped New York
1 week ago

I Worked at Calvin Klein. Here's What 'Love Story' Got Right

The fascination with minimalist aesthetics and nostalgia for the '90s is highlighted through a personal reflection on a past role in fashion.
#horror
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen review so scary it will send you hysterical

Rachel's journey to meet her fiancé's parents is filled with ominous signs, leading her to question her engagement.
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fromPolygon.com
1 week ago

This new crime thriller brings a haunting, video game-inspired edge to NYC noir

The novel is inspired by horror and mystery, set in 1990s New York, following a Polish immigrant's dark journey.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Permanence by Sophie Mackintosh review high-concept adultery fable

Sophie Mackintosh's novel Permanence explores desire and infidelity through a surreal narrative of a couple trapped in a fantasy world.
fromVulture
1 week ago

The Gay Romance Novel You Should Actually Read

Sigmund Freud believed that every crush has a strand of disgust, that people are attracted to what repulses them. The enchantment of an infatuation always counterbalances the reality that our lovers - irksome, confusing, and unflaggingly human - depart from whatever ideal archetype we have stored in our heads.
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fromBustle
1 week ago

On TikTok, People Are Using Their Names To Manifest

Acrostic poems can serve as effective affirmations, helping to organize goals and create positive feelings through personal connection.
fromArtforum
1 week ago

Pat Steir, Whose "Waterfalls" Dazzled, Dies at 87

I wanted to be a great artist, not in the slang use of 'great,' but fantastic—reaching the soul of other people. This ambition drove Pat Steir throughout her life.
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fromAnOther
1 week ago

How Actor Megan Northam Uses Music to Get Into Character

Megan Northam uses music to connect with characters, drawing from personal experiences and emotions during her acting roles.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Everywhere and Everywhen Outlander Has Taken Us

Outlander spans continents and centuries, following Claire and Jamie's love story through time and various historical events.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

As a furniture removalist I learned all mattresses are stained, and that's fine

A decade of diverse jobs led to life-changing experiences as a furniture removalist during the pandemic.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Joys of (Creative) Constraint

Many successful writers experience anxiety, but self-imposed constraints can help alleviate this and enhance creativity.
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fromArtforum
1 week ago

Lucy Sante on collage and the elimination of possibilities

The interplay of words and images in collages creates a unique narrative that transcends traditional storytelling.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Author Robbie Couch Opens Up About His New Book "Bloom," That Deals With Grief And Dying Plants

The story centers on a gay man in his 70s, exploring themes of grief and representation in LGBTQ narratives.
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fromwww.cntraveller.com
1 week ago

I travelled to Tokyo just to buy stationeryhere's how to shop for it like a pro

A deep passion for stationery drives a quest for unique office supplies, particularly in renowned cities like Tokyo.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

When Did the Natural World Stop Feeling Sublime?

Coleridge's poem illustrates the tension between nature and industrialization, highlighting the unseen consequences of human actions on the environment.
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fromAnOther
1 week ago

Marina Abramovic's Cinematic New Exhibition Explores Love and Loss

Marina Abramović's exhibition 'Seven Deaths' explores themes of love and death through reimagined operatic narratives in a dark, immersive environment.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Islamic Republic has not crushed the Iranian people's resolve. This war will not do so either | Azar Nafisi

Writers must give voice to the silenced and recreate their stories, especially during times of suffering like those faced by the Iranian people.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

A Former Prisoner of the Iranian Regime Watches Trump's War

A journalist reflects on his wrongful detention in Iran and the chaos affecting his homeland.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Islamic Republic has not crushed the Iranian people's resolve. This war will not do so either | Azar Nafisi

Writers must give voice to the silenced and recreate their stories, especially during times of suffering like those faced by the Iranian people.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

A Former Prisoner of the Iranian Regime Watches Trump's War

A journalist reflects on his wrongful detention in Iran and the chaos affecting his homeland.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Debra Miller's Mother Murdered Her Father. Now, She's Telling Her Story

Debra Miller's memoir reveals the impact of familial trauma and abuse on her life and her struggles with substance use disorders.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Liza Minnelli's Uncharacteristic Pivot to Self-Disclosure

Judy Garland, in the mid-nineteen-sixties, expressed her frustration with fame, stating, 'Do you realize how many people have talked about me, written about me, imitated me?' This highlights the overwhelming nature of celebrity.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I quit my job at KPMG and moved to India to become a poet. I was sick of only getting to live life on weekends.

Namrata Yadav transitioned from a corporate career to full-time writing, prioritizing personal fulfillment over societal expectations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

How I stopped worrying and learnt to love LinkedIn Speak'

LinkedIn Speak transforms mundane life events into polished, positive narratives, creating a facade of success and happiness.
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fromOpen Culture
1 week ago

Lynda Barry on How the Smartphone Is Endangering Three Ingredients of Creativity: Loneliness, Uncertainty & Boredom

Phones hinder creativity by eliminating loneliness, uncertainty, and boredom, which are essential for generating new ideas.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Robyn Wants Us to Stay Horny

Robyn's music embodies the intersection of heartbreak and euphoria, reflecting her journey as a single mother and artist.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Shoplifting, sex shows and sheepdog-breeding: great artists and the side-hustles they did to get by

Aspiring artists often resort to various side hustles to bridge the gap between their dreams and economic realities.
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fromDefector
1 week ago

Namwali Serpell On Understanding Toni Morrison The Author, Not The Icon | Defector

Black literature's significance in America often emphasizes political utility over artistic value, limiting its broader appreciation.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Trouble With Adapting "Wuthering Heights"

Wuthering Heights features multiple narrators, influencing adaptations and interpretations of the novel since its publication.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Enough Said by Alan Bennett review a man for all seasons

Repetition in Alan Bennett's diaries reveals layered meanings, especially regarding his reflections on the pandemic and personal experiences.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

Broadway Rose's 'Dear Evan Hansen' goes bold * Oregon ArtsWatch

Evan's misery goes far deeper than the typical pop-culture depiction of a struggling teen. His despair is so palpable, we can't be certain he'll emerge from it.
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fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

How Downsizing Helped Me Start Over After Divorce

Divorce led to a sense of freedom and the need for financial caution, prompting a significant lifestyle change and decluttering process.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The man who coined Metaverse now says Meta's glasses are creepy

When I was working at Magic Leap, and people asked me why I thought that was a good idea, I would ask the rhetorical question: "do you really think that twenty years from now everyone is still going to be going around all day staring at little rectangles in their hands?" At the time it seemed obvious to me that the answer was no.
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