There should be a small graveyard for all the times I've said "let's hang out" and never did, and a massive cemetery for all the "sorry, something came up" texts I've sent. Canceling plans is unfortunately my thing. The small twangs of guilt about not hanging out with a friend are just not as strong as the blissful freedom I feel sitting alone and doing absolutely nothing — but that's just my opinion. In the words of Beyoncé, "Freedom! Freedom! I can't move" (from my couch).

Why Does It Feel So Good To Cancel Plans?

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Every year, July is undoubtedly the biggest month for movies. As our Northern Hemisphere friends settle into their sweltering summers, they're treated to some of the best film releases of the year (as an example, last year saw the now iconic Barbenheimer go head to head in the cinematic event of the year!). While we're on a different seasonal schedule down here, the chill also makes it the perfect time to retreat to the cinema or nestle in bed with our laptops, bingeing the latest cinematic and television offerings.

MaXXXine, Kinds of Kindness, & The Twelve: The Best New Movies & TV Shows To Watch This July

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BEIJING (Reuters) - Japan is not a party to the South China Sea issue and has no right to intervene in China-Philippines maritime matters, a spokesperson for China's embassy in Japan said on Friday.

Japan has no right to meddle in China-Philippines maritime issues, says Chinese embassy in Japan

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The zodiac signs that are perceived as lazy are those who are prone to procrastination. Such individuals love to work at their own pace and sometimes delay the delivery of assignments or tasks. People who love their comfort zone are sometimes seen as lazy people since their work rate is not as high as others.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Lazy

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HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam is ready to hold talks with the Philippines to settle their overlapping claims to the undersea continental shelf in the South China Sea, official Vietnamese media said Friday, in a diplomatic approach that contrasts with China’s increasingly assertive actions to fortify its claims in the contested waters.

Vietnam says it’s ready to hold talks with Philippines on overlapping continental shelf claims

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Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. Today: a business systems analyst who makes $137,000 per year and spends...

A Week In Austin On A $137,000 Salary

Retiring in Asia offers a unique blend of affordability, safety, and cultural richness. With a budget of less than $2,000 a month, retirees can enjoy a high quality of life in some of the world’s most stunning and welcoming destinations. This article explores ten of Asia’s safest and most...

10 Safest Places To Retire in Asia for Less Than $2K a Month

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Growing up in Southwest Virginia, I heard adults say that the same people who welcomed Jesus on Palm Sunday were shouting "Crucify Him" less than a week later. We don't know if they were the same individuals, but the principal makes a point that unfortunately, General Hospital actress Tabyana Ali is experiencing.

General Hospital gives an official statement after racists attack Tabyana Ali online

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Gary Keenan moved from New Mexico to Costa Rica for retirement but found living costs high — sometimes double what he paid in the US.

A retired boomer who moved from the US to Costa Rica said it's 'horribly incorrect' to assume life in Central America is much cheaper

More information on Kate Middleton’s diagnosis has come to light! On June 6, Prince William released a statement updating the world on his wife’s condition. According to several reports, Kate Middleton is currently undergoing preventative chemotherapy and recovering well after her shocking cancer diagnosis. If you haven’t been following the royals and are unfamiliar with what’s happening with the Princess of Wales lately, we’ll break down all things Kate Middleton health-related for you below.

More Info on Kate Middleton's Diagnosis Has Come to Light!

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Meet Doc, a tiny Chihuahua with a big heart, now ready for adoption at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a nonprofit foster-based rescue in Massachusetts. Weighing only 7 lbs, this 6-year-old sweetie is described as a "lovable and happy boy who will bring endless joy to your life."

Meet The Tiny Chihuahua With A Big Personality Looking For Love

This week on Japan’s Apple Music Chart, the reveal of the top rankings made some waves among K-pop fans. It was discovered that ILLIT’s ‘Magnetic’ had achieved the number 5 spot, while NewJeans’ recent comeback song ‘Supernatural’ was lagging behind at number 13. Their song ‘How Sweet’ also featured on the chart at number 12.

ILLIT’s ‘Magnetic’ outperforms NewJeans’ ‘Supernatural’ on Japanese music chart; netizens react

Some zodiac signs are a little more expressive with their anger (we see you, Aries), and some are more likely to push their feelings down. Let's talk about the three signs that are more likely to repress their anger within and what that looks like for each individual zodiac sign.

3 Zodiac Signs That Stifle Their Anger

If only relationships were as simple as they are in rom-coms. Everyone except you can see your other half is blatantly wrong for you, and the only thing keeping them around is the need for dramatic tension. When you eventually break up, it's as though you've been released into the world to finally Be Yourself, before finding your one true love. Two hours, one big night out and an impulse haircut later and your love life is tidily wrapped up.

12 R29 Readers On The Moment They Knew Their Relationship Was Over

I'm an American who moved to Germany 14 years ago and am raising a kid here. Living in Germany has perks, but it has been difficult at times.

I'm an American who's lived in Germany for 14 years. I'm mostly content, but life here hasn't been perfect.

All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Even for the most fashion-minded people, choosing what to wear for the day ahead is a skill that goes through its ups and downs. Sometimes you know exactly what clothing combo the day calls for, sometimes you stare at your wardrobe having no clue and zero inspiration. If that skill has been feeling a little rusty lately as we transition fully into warm weather dressing, you're not alone. One solution to make those summer decisions easier? Matching sets, baby, matching sets.

32 Matching Sets For Every Type Of Summer Plan

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Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind sets out to explain the possible connection between depression and clutter. Scientists that study depression have found a link to depression playing a role in some folks.

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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Most of us who engage in heavy alcohol use do so to self-medicate. And we self-medicate because we don’t know how to feel, process, and sit with our uncomfortable emotions. There are many ways to avoid uncomfortable feelings; heavy alcohol use is just one way (among many) to numb out, avoid, or escape. A lot of us who have abused alcohol, myself included, do so to regulate our emotions, or we think we are regulating our emotions through self-medication.

Opinion: Heavy Alcohol Use Increases Emotional Dysregulation

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Poh Ling Yeow Doesn’t Want To Be “Pigeonholed As Asian” — & She Shouldn’t Be

For the first time in the history of MasterChef Australia, there are two female judges on the panel — food critic and journalist Sofia Levin and...

Poh Ling Yeow Doesn’t Want To Be “Pigeonholed As Asian” — & She Shouldn’t Be

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