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Let Britney Live

Britney Spears is reminding her fans they don’t actually know her

The singer returned to Instagram after (rightfully) scolding her fans for calling the police when she took a social media break.

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The life-changing magic of giving up

No, Marie Kondo didn’t deceive anyone

The organizational expert admitted she’s “given up,” and it’s the most relatable thing she’s ever said.

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Police Brutality

The Tyre Nichols footage will soon be everywhere. Here's how to mentally prepare.

There's no need to share the video, but there are things you can do.

Psychedelics

This hallucinogen is looking pretty promising for depression treatment

A single dose can ease symptoms for weeks, according to a recent trial.

Immigrants did it first

Immigrant families have been doing the TikTok-famous 'hot girl walk' for ages

There are countless other so-called health hacks ingrained in immigrant families’ history; influencers just haven’t “discovered” them yet.

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Health Habits

These activities may boost your memory and brain function

And you don't even have to do them for that long, according to a new study.

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Reading the Room

How do I deal with judgment over my relationship age gap?

What to do when everyone has an opinion on your love life.

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TikTok

Is Ashwagandha really the magic supplement TikTokers claim it to be?

Let's look at the science.

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Social Media

How to turn on Instagram’s new Quiet Mode and get some peace

The feature will silence notifications during certain time frames.

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No TERFS Allowed

Brian Cox supports trans rights — but also J.K. Rowling

The Succession star said the notoriously transphobic author is “entitled to her opinion."

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Touch Grass

These two lifestyle tweaks might actually keep the doctor (and meds) away

Your mind and body will thank you.

Bringing a cake to share at the party
Like Harry Styles said

Feeling anxious? Try doing something nice for someone else.

Science says it helps.

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Mental Health

How Anna Kendrick found her way back from an abusive relationship

The Alice, Darling star opened up about her mental health in a new interview.

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All Grown Up

How a former child star “tripped and fell” into OnlyFans

Years after his nude photos were splattered across the internet without his consent, ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ star Dan Benson reclaimed his agency.

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Trans Rights

A proposed anti-trans law signals a dark future for trans rights

The new bill introduced by right-wing lawmakers could effectively force some adults to detransition.

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Mental Health

Prince Harry is the new face of psychedelic mental health treatment

The Duke of Sussex shared how the drugs helped him heal in a way nothing else did.

Develop a good relationship

Develop a good relationship

Develop a good relationship

Develop a good relationship

Life

How to Have the “Let’s Combine Our Finances” Talk

Congrats on finding a partner you want to jointly file taxes with! Here’s how to start that process with honest conversations and (potentially sexy) budgets.

Relationships

This one behavior can help you resist cheating on your partner, according to science

It's actually quite simple.

Reading the Room

How do I deal with judgment over my relationship age gap?

What to do when everyone has an opinion on your love life.

Culture

Amber Heard explained why her settlement was not a concession

The actress is no longer appealing the ruling that favored Johnny Depp.

Reading the Room

How do I maintain boundaries with toxic family members over the holidays?

We’ve all been there.

Money Matters

Does getting married really help you financially?

Experts explain the financial perks of marriage versus singledom.

Reading the Room

Will I lose my friends if I don’t have kids?

Plus: Am I really ready to abandon the life I built? And, how do I overcome resenting my friend?

Books

Mimi Zhu’s 'Be Not Afraid of Love' is a love letter to their queer community

Zhu penned their debut book after surviving an abusive relationship — and relearning how to love.

Time To Log Off

The Right Stuff wants to be Hinge for the unhinged right

Finally, a dating app for conservatives who are sick of slumming it with the rest of us hippie trash heathens.

Reading the Room

Will mixing sex with work ruin my career?

Mic’s tarot expert, Khalila Douze, takes to the cards to answer.

Love Life

What it's like to date with HIV

“I'm still worthy, and I can respect myself while also respecting others.”

Drugs

Psychedelics gave me the courage to take charge of my romantic life

I made a major relationship decision while on shrooms, and I’d do it again.

Life

You might literally sniff out the people you like, according to science

Turns out we’re not so different from dogs.

You do you

It's time to normalize solo polyamory

Having relationships and being single don’t have to be mutually exclusive.

Impact

A new Tennessee bill would eliminate age requirements for hetero marriages

Um, yikes?

Can't Buy Me Love

This money habit could make you happier in your relationship

It led to “higher levels of satisfaction, harmony and commitment,” according to new research.

Get your finances in check

Get your finances in check

Get your finances in check

Get your finances in check