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In 2020, during the heart of the COVID pandemic, I remember listening to a FIRE-focused podcast hosted by two people who claimed to be financially independent and retired early. Even though it’s been over 16 years since I first started writing about FIRE, the topic still fascinates me. The journey toward financial independence is full of twists and turns, and people’s real-life experiences are always insightful. But one particular episode caught me off guard. The two hosts—who built their entire brand on the idea of never needing to work again—asked listeners for financial support to keep their podcast running. Soon…

I thought I was going to breeze through security at Paris’ Charles de Gaulle airport and make my flight to Athens with ease. Instead, I ended up running for my gate as they called final boarding. Little did I know, flying with Air France comes with an extra line at security where you must weigh the combined weight of your carry-on bags (that means your personal item and your carry-on luggage at the same time). If they’re over 12 kilograms (26.4 pounds), then you’re sent back to the checked bag counter—no exceptions.  This was an especially hard blow because I’d…

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Understand the competencies required to deliver counselling to people affected by the inherited blood disorders sickle cell and thalassaemia. AbstractThis article on counselling competencies is the last in a four-part series on the inherited blood disorders, sickle cell and beta thalassaemia. It outlines a competency framework that supports nurses, midwives and other health professionals who may be involved in sickle cell and thalassaemia screening and counselling to deliver high-quality support.Citation: Tonkin ET et al (2025) Recognising the competencies for sickle cell and thalassaemia counselling. Nursing Times [online]; 121: 10.Authors: Emma Tonkin is associate professor at University of South Wales; Joan…

I remember feeling nervous before heading on my first solo trip overseas. A college newbie using my Delta standby privileges to see London my way, I was armed only with a backpack, a calling card, and a list of addresses I had long dreamed of visiting. I learned a lot about myself during that trip—mainly that I loved traveling, regardless of whether I was alone or with someone else, but I also learned what to bring to make a solo trip go smoother. As a professional travel writer, I have now traveled to 89 countries, and more than 50 of…

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The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here. We’ve researched and personally tested dozens of sustainable underwear and lingerie brands — these are our top picks made from natural and organic materials by ethical brands. Few things are as personal as what we’re wearing under our everyday wardrobe. Our underwear starts our day with us; it should be comfortable, make us feel confident and effortlessly sexy, and — ideally — reflect our values for ethics and sustainability. There are a growing number of ethical and sustainable…

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here. We love using natural products, especially in the bedroom. These are our top picks for nontoxic lubes that are organic, safe, and have other perks too. Lubricant, when made well and with healthy and natural ingredients, is a wonderful aid for enhancing pleasure. It’s great for foreplay and sensual massages or touch, especially in our erogenous zones, as well as other activities. Depending on the ingredients, lube can increase arousal, intensify pleasure, and even reduce pain or inflammation.…

Google first teased some enticing upgrades for its Pixel Buds Pro 2 during the Made by Google event in August. More than a month later, Google is finally rolling out the update that makes its wireless earbuds earn the Pro label.The Pixel Buds Pro 2 now get an Adaptive Audio feature in the Active Noise Control section of the Pixel Buds app. This ANC mode automatically adjusts the volume depending on your surrounding environment, balancing between hearing your music or podcasts and the world around you. If you want to drown out the outside world a little more, the Pixel…

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