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The Secret to a Meaningful Life Is Simpler Than You Think

Ephrat Livni

24-Jun-18

Some people seem to spend their whole lives dissatisfied, in search of a purpose. But philosopher Iddo Landau suggests that all of us have everything we need for a meaningful existence.

Everything Feels More Expensive Because It Is

Rani Molla and Emily Stewart

8-Jul-21

Why are prices going up? Used cars, gas, and groceries seem more expensive because they are.

The Scheduling Woes of Adult Friendship

Tori Latham

23-Jul-19

To avoid the dreaded back-and-forth of coordinating hangouts, some friends are repurposing the shared digital calendar, a workplace staple, to plan their personal lives.

Moves To Make Now To Age In Place

Mary Kane

2-Mar-20

If you are a longtime homeowner and thinking ahead to your next stage of life, you're probably familiar with the idea of aging in place.

Science Proves a Harsh Truth About Very Good Dogs

Peter Hess

19-Oct-17

Don't worry, though. They're still good dogs.

What I Learned At The Most Instagrammed Outdoor Places

Lisa Chase

6-Jul-20

Are social media and selfie culture killing the outdoors? Nah... but as a visit to some overshared spots reveals, they're challenging our notions about whether there's a right way to appreciate nature, and who gets to do it.

To All The Coffeeshops I've Called Home

Rainesford Stauffer

29-Apr-21

I drove past the third places that I’d grown up in and, through the eyes of an adult, saw a person shaped by spaces that are in-between.

The American Obsession With Lawns

Krystal D'Costa

3-May-17

Lawns are expensive—and some regard them as boring in their uniformity—but they are a hallmark of homeownership. Why do Americans place so much importance on lawn maintenance?

The Woman Who Walked Around The World

Florian Sturm

28-May-21

Seeking a deeper connection to the world, Angela Maxwell set off to walk it alone. Six years and 20,000 miles later, she brought that connection home.

How To Be A Better Tourist

Bryan Lufkin

18-Jun-19

Over-tourism is suffocating cities around the world. Here's what you can do to avoid being part of the problem, short of staying home.