A Washington Post travel piece argues that couples stay happy on trips through honest communication, mutual respect, and a bit of space—sometimes humorously via an 'airport divorce' to keep friction at bay.
Google has expanded its emoji reactions feature to all Workspace users, allowing quick, emoji-based responses in emails, which were previously available only to personal Gmail accounts. The feature is hidden behind a smiley face icon and displays reactions visibly to recipients, enhancing email interactions with a fun and quick response option.
The article emphasizes the importance of couples staying actively involved in their finances in 2026, highlighting that shared financial responsibility strengthens relationships and provides security, especially during unforeseen circumstances. It offers practical advice on reviewing finances, establishing regular money discussions, and seeking outside help if needed to foster teamwork and trust around money matters.
The article discusses the versatility and limitations of text as a primary medium for communication and learning, highlighting its historical significance, efficiency, and the challenges of richer media like video and interactive tools. It emphasizes that while text remains fundamental due to its durability and ecosystem, exploring other modes and improving tools could enhance knowledge transmission, especially in education and complex data representation.
A family is seeking advice on how to reconnect with their daughter, who has not spoken to them for three years following a disagreement during Christmas three years ago.
A man seeks advice on how to persuade his wife to resume attending sex parties after having a baby, but the advice emphasizes respecting her boundaries, understanding her reasons, and communicating openly to find mutual solutions. The article highlights the importance of patience and empathy in navigating changes in intimacy after childbirth.
NASA's MAVEN orbiter has lost contact and is tumbling, with its exact location unknown, as the agency prepares for a solar conjunction period during which communication with Mars missions will be impossible until January 16, 2026. Despite attempts using the Curiosity rover's Mastcam, MAVEN was not detected, and the cause of the issue remains unclear, though it may involve guidance or control system problems. NASA plans to resume contact efforts after the conjunction.
A woman struggles with her laid-back mother-in-law's lack of respect and boundaries, especially after being unexpectedly invited to an uninvited event, and seeks advice on how to address the situation.
A group of friends is planning an eight-day cruise, but one friend with a negative attitude is not invited to avoid bringing down the group's mood. The others are okay with additional people joining but want to keep the group small and avoid taking on a leadership role in managing the group dynamics.
Robin Abrahams discusses managing noisy children during performances and social gatherings, emphasizing the importance of appropriate seating, communication with theater staff, and understanding social norms across different age groups to foster respectful and enjoyable experiences for all.
Hideo Kojima emphasizes that AI is here to stay and compares its integration into society to smartphones, suggesting it will bring significant changes, including improved communication for those with social anxiety, while also urging caution in its use. The article discusses broader concerns about AI's impact on jobs and the environment, contrasting Kojima's optimistic view with other industry voices.
The article offers guidance on how to support someone who is grieving, emphasizing the importance of being present, focusing on their feelings, avoiding clichés, making specific offers of help, and checking in over time, while also acknowledging that it's normal to feel uncomfortable when discussing grief.
The article highlights eight phrases emotionally intelligent people use to navigate disagreements constructively, emphasizing empathy, understanding, and respectful dialogue to turn conflicts into opportunities for connection and insight.
Snapchat's 2025 Recap highlights a year marked by increased voice communication, casual connections, visual expressions, pop culture trends, and active group chats, emphasizing how users stayed close and expressive through various features and trends.
A woman recounts her husband's surprise act of urinating on her without prior discussion, leading her to question the trust and future of their marriage. The advice emphasizes the importance of consent, open communication, and addressing underlying patterns of behavior, suggesting counseling if needed, and clarifying boundaries to rebuild trust.