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Life Archive

Archives for May 2024

The Gray Area
UFOs, God, and the edge of understandingUFOs, God, and the edge of understanding
Podcast
The Gray Area

The spiritual possibilities of alien encounters.

By Sean Illing
If you want to belong, find a third place
Even Better

Your neighborhood watering hole is more important than you think.

By Allie Volpe
Why we seek revenge — and what to do instead
Even Better

Getting even can feel thrilling, but it’s worth weighing the cost.

By Allie Volpe
What if you could have a panic attack, but for joy?
Future Perfect

Mindfulness is one thing. Jhāna meditation is stranger, stronger, and going mainstream.

By Oshan Jarow
It shouldn’t be so hard to live near your friends
Even Better

Americans are more socially isolated than ever. Here’s how we can reconnect.

By Zoë Bernard
How do I stop living paycheck to paycheck?
Even Better

Plus, lessons worth learning about financial literacy.

By Nicole Dieker Finley
Money
Boeing’s problems were as bad as you thoughtBoeing’s problems were as bad as you thought
Money

Whistleblowers, lawsuits, government investigations, and suspicious deaths abound.

By Whizy Kim
Politics
You could soon get cash for a delayed flightYou could soon get cash for a delayed flight
Politics

Flying has gotten hellish. Consumers might finally get compensated.

By Li Zhou
Culture
Challengers is the best thing that could happen to polyamoryChallengers is the best thing that could happen to polyamory
Culture

The relationship style has been the topic of talky articles and books. Finally, it’s the sexiest element of the year’s sexiest movie.

By Alex Abad-Santos
Culture
The Idea of You — and the idea of age gapsThe Idea of You — and the idea of age gaps
Culture

From hit movies to viral essays, the discourse is rarely about the people inside the relationships.

By Constance Grady