After 2 big breakups, I sold my stuff and moved to Rome. It didn't fix my problems, but I found a new version of myself.
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I work from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a remote European company. I have time to relax and to grow my 6-figure side business.
Ashley Couto works remotely from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a company based in Europe. She says it's the best thing she's ever done for her career.
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Growing up, I struggled to understand my younger sister's carefree attitude. Now, I can admit she was onto something.
I grew up as the Type A older sibling who struggled to understand her carefree younger sister. Now, I think her attitude toward life is inspiring.
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My 93-year-old great aunt lives alone in Las Vegas. I worry about her, but she loves her independence and keeps herself busy.
My great aunt loves living alone in Las Vegas with no family around. She stays busy by entertaining guests, reading novels, and watching sports.
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My 18-year-old self would be horrified at the idea of moving back to my hometown. Now that I have kids of my own, it makes sense.
My family moved to a rural town I spent summers in as a kid. I wanted my children to experience living in a less competitive environment.
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Yoga, cold plunges, and beach workouts: LA Tech Week is embracing wellness over booze
At LA Tech Week, yoga mats and cold plunges replaced cheese plates and open bars. That's not to say those looking for a free drink had to look far.
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Thousands of doctors, researchers, and medical students convene in Atlanta to discuss hot topics in infectious disease
Nearly 10,000 experts and students focused on infectious disease research, treatment, and public-health strategy are attending ID Week 2025.
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I hadn't seen my sister for 2 years. We met in Liechtenstein to reconnect.
My sister and I have lived in different countries for much of our adult lives. A trip to a country neither of us had been to helped us reconnect.
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I got married for the first time at 76 after finding my true love. It's never too late.
Janet Fontane decided to look for love after retiring. She met Cliff through a dating site and they married at 76 and 81 respectively.
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I moved from NYC to Colombia earlier this year. The change has helped my burnout and saved me money.
Earlier this year, I moved from New York City to Colombia due to burnout. Now, I'm feeling refreshed, I save money, and I've made local friends.
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I hate cardio and networking, but was surprised to enjoy a fitness meet-up for VCs and founders. I learned 3 helpful lessons.
Here's how health reporter Kim Schewitz fared when she tried a run club and HIIT class for founders and investors, despite rarely doing cardio.
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Transforming Treatments
A Silicon Valley engineer cracked the code to find signs of colon cancer in your blood
Guardant's liquid biopsy only requires a few vials of blood. Can it really prevent cancer?
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My grandma looked fabulous well into her 80s. She taught me how important it is to be a little selfish.
Even well into her 80s, my grandma always looked effortlessly incredible. By prioritizing self-care, she taught me how to look and feel great.
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Transforming Treatments
Needle-phobes, rejoice — you can now draw blood without a poke
Needle-free blood tests like TAP and Tasso aim to help needle-phobic patients. They face hurdles regarding accuracy.
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I'm Gen Z and don't use a smartphone or social media. It's made me more extroverted and led to deeper friendships.
Gabriela Nguyen grew up in Silicon Valley, with a smartphone and social media. She ditched both as an adult in favor of "appstinence."
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She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 33. Here are 3 signs she almost ignored.
Shannon Miller, a seven-time Olympic medalist, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 33 after missing three warning signs common in early cancer cases.
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Helen Mirren, 80, says there are 'great advantages' to growing older
However, aging comes with its downsides, including losing some of the thickness in her hair, Helen Mirren said.
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I've built a successful career, but my LinkedIn feed still makes me feel like a failure
My LinkedIn feed feels like a big bragging contest. Seeing other people's wins gives me anxiety about my own career.
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Kim Kardashian says she wants to date a longevity scientist who can 'give me all their secrets'
Kim Kardashian opened up about her love life during a recent appearance on "Call Her Daddy," saying that she'd like to date a longevity scientist.
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I loved the brotherhood of being a firefighter. Once I became a millionaire, I no longer felt like one of the crew.
Becoming a millionaire changed a firefighter's life, but it's complicated. Wealth changed his relationships and left him longing for connection.
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Our 4 kids only participate in 1 after-school activity each. It helps us stay on budget and leaves room for family time.
With 4 kids, we're always zipping from one activity to the next. Limiting their commitments saves us money and gives us time to have a life.
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Nutrafol cofounder has a new venture and a formula for keeping stress at bay
The hair-growth supplement cofounder explains how he keeps his home life and physical health aligned in order to manage stress.
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At 80, I broke the world record as the oldest woman to finish the Ironman World Championship. Here's how I prepared.
Natalie Grabow learned to swim at 59. Now at age 80, she says triathlons benefit her mind and body and she loves crossing the finish line.
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I didn't expect my 40th high school reunion to be so emotional, but I was reminded how powerful those early years really are
The people I reconnected with at my 40th high school reunion knew me before I was a mother or adult. It was powerful to remember who I once was.
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A 73-year-old fitness instructor shares her simple longevity routine, from extra protein to lifting heavy weights
A 73-year-old woman from California has been teaching dance for more than 40 years and stays youthful by lifting weights, gardening, and eating protein.
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The 19 best shoes for plantar fasciitis — from sneakers to dress shoes and sandals
If you suffer from plantar fasciitis, shoes with heel cushioning and arch support can help relieve some of the worst symptoms and provide comfort.
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Garmin Vivoactive 6 review: A sleek fitness watch that nails the basics
With 80 workout modes, 11-day battery life, and a sleek AMOLED display, the Garmin Vivoactive 6 is built for everyday fitness and function.
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I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer after a ski accident. It hasn't stopped me from running the NYC marathon.
Liz Healy had a skiing accident so doctors ordered scans. Results showed cancer. She has fought the disease and is about to run the 2025 NYC marathon.
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Power Hours
I'm the president of Signal. I love dance music in the mornings, night yoga, and acting like a tourist — here's a day in my life.
Meredith Whittaker wakes up by 6 am whether she's in New York or Paris and checks her Signal, where the entire company operates and communicates.
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Kate Hudson says her morning routine involves lemon water, meditation, and a 'great new thing'
At night, Kate Hudson says she likes to unwind with a book — but sometimes gets sidetracked browsing auction sites.
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As a mother, I'm constantly surrounded by people, but I still feel lonely. I'm often too distracted to connect.
As a mother, I'm often too distracted by my kids or other responsibilities to truly connect with other moms. I wish it wasn't this way.
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After moving to Alabama for my husband's job, I was lonely. The key to making friends was being the one to make plans.
My husband and I moved to Alabama for his job, and I felt lonely. To make friends, I started reaching out to others and planning parties.
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How the world's simplest sport became so tech-obsessed
I fell in love with running. Then the Instagram ads started flooding in.
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I live in Arizona, where it can be 100 degrees in the fall. I still decorate with pumpkins and fake leaves.
In Arizona, I can't feel fall, but I can create it. My fall décor makes desert life feel a little more like home. It also gives me nostalgia for my childhood.
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We adopted an embryo that had been frozen for 30 1/2 years. Our record-breaking baby was born this summer.
Lindsey and Tim Pierce adopted an embryo that had been frozen for 30 1/2 years, 3 years after Tim was born. The record-breaker arrived this summer.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger isn't slowing down — he's redefining aging
At 78, Arnold Schwarzenegger is still one of the fittest men in Hollywood. Here's how he's doing it.
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The Nobel Peace Prize winner the year you were born
Since 1901, the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarding global strides in peace-making. The 2025 winner was announced on October 10.
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A dietitian made 5 simple changes to her eating habits for better brain health
A 52-year-old dietitian said habits like balancing her blood sugar and eating more fish help support a healthy brain and gut.
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At 78, Arnold Schwarzenegger still trains nearly every day — but his workouts look very different now
Arnold Schwarzenegger said lifting free weights can lead to better gains for beginners, while exercise machines are great for longevity.
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C-section rates vary widely by hospital, but women often can't see the data
Experts say one way to avoid unnecessary C-sections is to choose a hospital with low rates for the procedure. But many states withhold that data.
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Nicole Kidman says getting older helped her appreciate 2 features she used to dislike about herself
"There's something to knowing that no matter how painful, or how difficult, or how devastating something is, there is a way through," Nicole Kidman said.
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Bad posture could be the sneaky reason you feel bloated, a doctor says. Here's one easy stretch to fix it.
Slouching compresses the digestive tract, leading to bloating and digestive issues. Improving your posture may help.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger cut back on protein drinks. Here's how he fuels for workouts instead.
Arnold Schwarzenegger cut back on protein drinks as he got older. He feels energetic and healthy from a mostly plant-based diet.
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The simple lunch a nutrition researcher feeds his kids every day includes carrots, popcorn, and some ultra-processed foods
A nutrition researcher says he feeds his kids the same lunch each day, and it includes some ultra-processed foods.
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I never felt as lost as I did right after graduating college. Getting a full-time job changed that.
The author describes how she felt lost and afraid after graduating from university and moving back in with her parents.
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Transforming Treatments
A new laser hair-loss treatment aims to be like going to the dentist twice a year
FoLix, the FDA-cleared laser treatment for hair loss, provides a surgery-free option and uses existing follicles on men and women.
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My 95-year-old grandmother doesn't want to move to an assisted living facility. We are stuck with an impossible choice.
My 95-year-old grandmother needs care 24/7 but wants to live on her own. My dad and aunt are left with an impossible decision to make.
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The best October Prime Day deals on electric bikes and scooters you can still shop
Ebikes and electric scooters let you go farther faster, but they're not cheap. These Prime Day ebike and scooter deals can save over $700.
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I hosted my own 'living funeral.' Doctors don't think I'll make it to the holidays and I wanted to see all my loved ones again.
A single mom with Stage 5 cancer was told by doctors that she had a few months to live. Hosting a 'living funeral' helped her face her own death.
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