A short history of trans people's long fight for equality | Samy Nour Younes

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The sneaky language tricks cults use to influence you | Amanda Montell

In the age of social media and wellness trends, the comments section is as good as a cult compound, says linguist and cultural commentator Amanda Montell. Using Taylor Swift’s throng of devoted Swifties as her guide, she exposes three sneaky language tactics that cults use to inf ...  Show more

3 habits to practice curiosity — and escape your phone | Nayeema Raza

We're so entangled with our devices that online has started to feel more real than IRL, says journalist Nayeema Raza. As screens reshape how we connect and relate, she offers three practical habits to reignite curiosity, restore presence and break free from our phones.(Following ...  Show more

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