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Five Movies Worth a Repeat Watch

Our writers and editors share which films they can enjoy over and over again.

Milky Way and Andromeda Galaxies May Not Collide After All

The ‘Milkomeda’ merger would be a catastrophic cosmic bumper car situation

Canada to Expedite Nation Building Projects to Counter Trump

Prime Minister Mark Carney outlined on Monday his ambitious plan to make Canada “the strongest economy in the G7”.

Forget Summer School — These Free Harvard Courses Let Teens Explore Their Passions at Their Own Pace

Summer school isn’t exactly the most fun thing ever, but specialized courses that offer a quick overview of an interesting topic might be.

First Look: Colin Farrell Falls for Margot Robbie in a Big Bold Beautiful Journey

“Making this movie was truly one of the most magical experiences of my life,” says Robbie of the sweeping romantic fantasy from director Kogonada.

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29 Flowers That Are Sure to Attract Butterflies to Your Yard

Plant these beautiful blooms and watch butterflies flock to your garden.

The Best Mobility Exercises To Improve Your Range Of Motion And Help Nix Aches And Pains

Try them as a warm-up or a cooldown.

This Pasta Dish Makes Brussels Sprouts Taste Positively Indulgent

A recipe from Ed Barrow’s “The Monday Pasta Club” bathes the shredded sprouts in generous amounts of butter, cream and cheese.

How to Eat a Healthy, Balanced Diet Without Overthinking It

Experts share their tips on what to consider when it comes to nurturing a healthy relationship with food.

The Architect of Modern Algorithms

Barbara Liskov pioneered the modern approach to writing code. She warns that the challenges facing computer science today can’t be overcome with good design alone.

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When a Pop Star’s Biggest Fans Become a Big Headache

From Doja Cat beefing with her “Kittenz” to campaigns around Taylor Swift’s personal life, fans are demanding more and more from their favorite artists.

This is How to Be Less Distracted By Having Fun in Tedious Tasks

Imagine how powerful you’d feel if you were able to transform the hard, focused work you have to do into something that felt like play.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

This curry dish benefits from the nice, long simmer—a slow cooker specialty.

Why Women’s Shoes Are So Painful

One sufferer seeks relief for her bleeding feet.

Using This Method Could Cut Your Email Time in Half

“The average person who masters our technique gets back over 250 hours per year,” says Prasanth Nair, creator of the Stack Method.

Stop Doing Low-Value Work

It’s actually a matter of professional life or death to get rid of your low-value work—tasks that mean little or nothing to customers or colleagues.

Are You an Elk Parent or a Bison Parent?

The fine line between holding on and letting go.

Simple Ways to Get Carpenter Bees to Stop Remodeling Your Home

None of these tips involve extermination.

How to Not Get Lost When Your GPS Fails

Your GPS is a modern marvel of navigation—until it fails. Here’s what to do next.

The Surprisingly Lucrative Business of Recycled E-Waste

In Nigeria and elsewhere, entrepreneurs are making money by dismantling electronics—and sending valuable metals back to the developed world.