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We left stable jobs to start a consulting firm that's raised $580K this year. Even through loss and divorce, here's why we took the risk.
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We left stable jobs to start a consulting firm that's raised $580K this year. Even through loss and divorce, here's why we took the risk.

Felicia Jones Taylor and Alexandra Tyson left education to launch a consulting firm. Through pregnancy loss and divorce, they persevered.

Felicia Jones Taylor · 28 May, 2026
I've been hired as a bridesmaid over 125 times. There are 5 things I made sure I had at my own wedding.
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I've been hired as a bridesmaid over 125 times. There are 5 things I made sure I had at my own wedding.

After being in more than 125 weddings as a professional bridesmaid, there were several details I knew I wanted to include in my own big day.

Jen Glantz · 28 May, 2026
See inside a historic Air Force Two plane used by vice presidents and first ladies during 5 presidencies
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See inside a historic Air Force Two plane used by vice presidents and first ladies during 5 presidencies

The VC-9C plane known as Air Force Two transported vice presidents, first ladies, and other VIP passengers from 1975 to 2011.

Talia Lakritz · 28 May, 2026
Reid Hoffman says the next AI gold rush is in drug discovery
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Reid Hoffman says the next AI gold rush is in drug discovery

The LinkedIn and Manas AI cofounder said there's a lot of money to be made for companies using AI to accelerate drug discovery and development.

Roya Shahidi · 28 May, 2026
I'm a former HR leader at Capital One and Wayfair. You should know these 5 things about negotiating severance.
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I'm a former HR leader at Capital One and Wayfair. You should know these 5 things about negotiating severance.

Sara Perelli-Minetti has overseen layoffs. Now she helps people negotiate stronger severance packages.

Ana Altchek · 28 May, 2026
I've taken solo trips to more than 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without
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I've taken solo trips to more than 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without

As a woman who's traveled alone to many countries, I never leave home without packing my essentials, like a 55-liter backpack and a water filter.

Nicole Jordan · 28 May, 2026
Hayden Panettiere didn't find out the real reason she was fired from 'Panic Room' for years
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Hayden Panettiere didn't find out the real reason she was fired from 'Panic Room' for years

Hayden Panettiere wrote in her memoir that she lost a role in 2002's "Panic Room" because her mom wouldn't let her get a haircut.

Gabbi Shaw · 28 May, 2026
I'm an American mom in Germany. I let my 8-year-old walk to school alone — other parents asked me why it took so long.
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I'm an American mom in Germany. I let my 8-year-old walk to school alone — other parents asked me why it took so long.

As an American mom in Germany, I struggled with the anxiety of letting my child walk to school alone. The experience transformed his confidence.

Kate Chrisman · 28 May, 2026
The most and least educated US states, ranked by the share of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher
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The most and least educated US states, ranked by the share of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher

Educational attainment varies widely across the US. See the states with the highest and lowest shares of adults with bachelor's degrees or higher.

Kristine Villarroel · 28 May, 2026
I booked a solo photo shoot on my trip to Paris. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be worth every cent.
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I booked a solo photo shoot on my trip to Paris. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be worth every cent.

On a trip to Paris, I booked a solo photo shoot. I felt awkward at first, but eventually grew more confident, and I found it worth the money.

Rebecca L. Rhoades · 28 May, 2026
My mom's assisted living costs her over $7,000 monthly. I'm considering moving to Spain so my own long-term care will be cheaper.
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My mom's assisted living costs her over $7,000 monthly. I'm considering moving to Spain so my own long-term care will be cheaper.

Rod Dubitsky's mother is paying over $7,000 monthly in assisted living. He's considering moving to Spain so his long-term are costs will be lower.

Noah Sheidlower · 28 May, 2026
My daughter is in college and almost never asks me for money. Instead, she works on campus and budgets $100 a week.
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My daughter is in college and almost never asks me for money. Instead, she works on campus and budgets $100 a week.

My college-age daughter never asks me for money. When I asked her about it, she told me she likes the independence of paying her own way.

Jenna Brooks · 28 May, 2026