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“We just don’t talk anymore.” That’s one of the most common complaints I hear in my psychotherapy office from couples stuck in a communication rut. They often say they feel more like roommates than romantic partners. There’s nothing wrong with asking “How was work today?” But repeating it day after day rarely gets you past surface-level conversation. Whether your partner gives you a one-word answer or responds with a long list of complaints, these exchanges can leave you feeling distanced rather than close.As a therapist and the author of “13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don’t Do,” I’ve taught countless couples to…

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The badge of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.Michael M. Santiago | Getty ImagesU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents recently have been told that the FBI will no longer investigate claims of assault against the federal officers, according to a report by The New York Times. On Thursday, FBI managers received written notice of the change, sources told the Times, and some ICE agents throughout the country were informed by their FBI counterparts. In incidents where ICE agents have been involved in fatal shootings, the FBI under the Trump administration has been tasked with determining whether the agents were…

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Psilocybin mushrooms stand ready for harvest in a humidified “fruiting chamber.” John Moore | Getty ImagesThursday’s announcement that Eli Lilly will acquire AtaiBeckley, a clinical-stage maker of psychedelic drugs, for up to $3.8 billion indicates Big Pharma’s increasing embrace of a long-stigmatized class of medications as alternatives for treating an array of mental health conditions. The news comes on the heels of positive clinical trial results of several different psychedelics, as well as President Trump’s executive order in April fast-tracking reviews of such drugs by the Food and Drug Administration. AtaiBeckley’s lead asset, BPL-003, is a synthetic form of 5-MeO-DMT —…

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Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is off to an epic start.The Universal film adaptation tallied an estimated $124.5 million in its opening weekend as audiences flocked to premium large-format screenings, especially IMAX theaters. “Death, taxes, and Christopher Nolan,” said Shawn Robbins, director of analytics at Fandango and founder of Box Office Theory. “He’s reinvented the superhero genre, captured the zeitgeist with multiple thought-provoking originals, and turned a three-hour biopic into a global blockbuster. He’s done it again with the retelling of a 2,700-year-old poem that serves as the foundation of what we recognize as modern storytelling.”IMAX reported nearly $30 million in…

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The EU is facing a collapse in support for new economic sanctions targeting Russia as national capitals refuse to back measures that could damage their corporate champions, diplomats have warned.In a trend that could endanger a four-year-long strategy in support of Ukraine, a series of countries — including Greece, France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Portugal — have all demanded carve-outs from the latest slate of sanctions drawn up by Brussels, or have blocked proposed measures entirely. Waves of sanctions since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 have aimed to stem the financial flows sustaining Moscow’s war. But the demands…

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The FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed at MetLife Stadium ahead of the FIFA World Cup Final on July 15, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey.Jordan Bank – Fifa | Fifa | Getty ImagesThe winner of the World Cup will hoist a trophy, receive championship rings for the first time, and gain a lifetime of glory in what will be a defining moment in the country’s sports history. It’ll also lead to a significant payday.The World Cup winner earns $51 million. The second prize is $34 million.FIFA expanded the payout for the 2026 World Cup, setting a record with a…

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It may seem trivial, but clothes do matter in politics.As previous British prime ministers, particularly Harold Wilson and Margaret Thatcher, have showed, fashion can be used as a powerful political tool.Renowned for her signature wardrobe of high-shoulder suits, pussy-bow blouses, and her iconic handbag, Thatcher cultivated an image that sought to project a sense of authority and purpose.In contrast, Wilson – often anchored by his ever-present pipe and Gannex coat – was famed for a pragmatic, utilitarian wardrobe that defined the “cloth-cap” socialism of the 1960s and 70s.The dress sense of female politicians, says Rob Ford, professor of political science…

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Momo Productions | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesUsing artificial intelligence can make people “boring,” according to Sandra Matz, a professor at Columbia Business School. Her research on the topic indicates two direct consequences for workers: stagnation and mediocrity. “When employees use it to outsource critical thinking or creative reasoning, there’s a real risk of gradually falling behind and becoming complacent,” said Matz. One reason for that is many AI tools generate the most obvious and safe responses, she said: “In short, we become just like everyone else.”Read more CNBC personal finance coverageAlready 43% of workers in the U.S. report using AI…

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