#public-behavior

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US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Newest Oldest President

Trump’s increasing age is met with less scrutiny than Biden’s, while recent behavior raises concerns about stability, judgment, and mental sharpness.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Motorway speed cut urged as experts warn fuel shock could strain supplies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"Fuel use increases significantly at higher speeds, so even a relatively small reduction can result in noticeable savings," he stated. He added that lowering motorway speeds could improve fuel efficiency by around 10%, depending on the vehicle.
Alternative transportation
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Just what they wanted: fed-up New Yorkers revel in SantaCon fraud charge

Stefan Pildes, organizer of SantaCon NYC, was arrested for misusing charitable donations for personal expenses.
Parenting
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I spent years worrying I'd break Japan's rules and social norms. Moving here showed me just how much tourists overthink them.

Being a polite visitor in Japan is about basic awareness of others rather than strict adherence to rigid etiquette rules.
#etiquette
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Relationships

Miss Manners: The shopper cut in line and acted like I was the miscreant

When faced with rude behavior in public, choosing not to escalate conflict preserves dignity better than confrontation, even when fairness is violated.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
London music

Miss Manners: She threatened to call the cops on me in church

Proper etiquette discourages touching strangers unless in imminent danger.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Miss Manners: The shopper cut in line and acted like I was the miscreant

When faced with rude behavior in public, choosing not to escalate conflict preserves dignity better than confrontation, even when fairness is violated.
#trump
fromQueerty
3 months ago
US politics

Tr*mp flirts with "young handsome guy" before falling asleep during bizarre Board of Peace meeting - Queerty

fromQueerty
3 months ago
US politics

Tr*mp flirts with "young handsome guy" before falling asleep during bizarre Board of Peace meeting - Queerty

Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

7 things emotionally intelligent people never do in public (even when they're upset) - Silicon Canals

Emotionally intelligent people manage public upset with calm restraint, avoid making scenes, and refrain from unloading personal emotions onto strangers.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

My petty gripe: tempted to start a conversation with the stranger in the elevator? Please don't

Observe unspoken elevator etiquette: avoid blocking doorways, refrain from conversation or phone use, and position yourself along walls to maximize comfort for others.
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

A Nasty Phone Habit We All Need to Retire This Year

You can find them anywhere there are people and inclines: train platforms, gyms, grocery stores. They come in different shapes and sizes, they represent every age and demographic, but they all move in the exact same way - slow-motion shuffle, scroll, lift foot, poke screen, land foot, repeat. The worst ones get to the top (or bottom) of the stairs and suddenly stop. This would be justifiable if they received notification of a nuclear warhead careening towards the city. But it's usually just a Slack they have to read extra carefully.
Digital life
Mindfulness
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

27 Things People Admitted They Secretly Judge Others For, And I'm Seriously Taking Notes

People silently judge everyday rude behaviors such as leaving shopping carts and misusing high-beam headlights.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Doctor Lays Out Concerning' Case About Trump's Health, From Incoherent' Rambling to He's Confused a Lot'

The fact that he's, you know, mobilizing and starting his day at 12:08, per reporting from the New York Times, is concerning, Gupta said. Gupta also pointed to Trump's behavior when a pharmaceutical exec collapsed during an Oval Office event earlier this month. His response to somebody fainting in the Oval Office really conveyed that he didn't show any signs of concern. He didn't really do anything. He was slow to respond,
US politics
#parenting
fromIndependent
9 months ago
Dining

Chrissie Russell: Bring a baby to a tennis match by all means, but know there's only one racket that's welcome on court

fromIndependent
9 months ago
Dining

Chrissie Russell: Bring a baby to a tennis match by all means, but know there's only one racket that's welcome on court

fromThe New Yorker
7 months ago

Do You Know What I Know?

Walking through the Long Island Railroad concourse, my son was perplexed by the close proximity of three chicken-themed restaurants-Chick-fil-A, Raising Cane's, and Pollo Campero-and by the fact that a shop called Gotham News mainly seemed to sell candy and bottled water. He also wanted to know why some people, as they strolled or waited, drank out of cans in brown paper bags. "Why do they use those bags?" he asked.
Psychology
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Harriette Cole: He has planned a great date. Why am I too nervous to go?

Step out of your comfort zone when someone shows genuine initiative but proceed slowly; practice empathy and treat strangers with humanizing respect.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

Locals appalled as blaze 'gawpers' interfere with fire fighters battling Cork housing estate inferno

A fire in Carrigaline gutted two homes, leading to a GoFundMe appeal for the displaced families.
fromMail Online
10 months ago

Scientist reveals why so many men put their hands down their trousers

This could be a displacement activity to process the nervous energy. Additionally, oxytocin is the love hormone released through physical contact. Sometimes people will do things like stroke their beard to self-comfort.
Miscellaneous
Relationships
fromThe Atlantic
10 months ago

When You Don't Look Like Anything

Middle-class ambivalence about performance was influenced by race, religion, and societal rules, particularly regarding public behavior.
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Going Viral: The American Dream or a Nightmare?

The Coldplay viral video captured married co-workers showing pure joy and excitement on Kiss Cam, leading to a surprising reaction that quickly attracted online attention.
Digital life
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago

Sidcup farm festival with 'utter lawlessness and debauchery' postponed last minute

Neighbours expressed significant concerns about potential lawlessness during the festival, highlighting issues like drug use and public disturbances observed during past events.
London politics
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Spanish police's plea for respect backfires over photo of old women alfresco

The police's request for quiet in Santa Fe was met with backlash due to an insensitive photo of older women enjoying a long-held tradition.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
11 months ago

Londoners call for boating firm's alcohol licence to be blocked after 'menace' customers urinate on canal paths and harass locals

Residents urge council to deny GoBoat alcohol license due to past disturbances, fearing return of antisocial behavior.
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