I left the US in 2015 and have since lived around the world. Reverse culture shock hit me harder than leaving ever did.

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Kat Smith exploring a Cambodian market.

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  • In 2015, Kat Smith joined the Peace Corps as a volunteer and moved to Ecuador.
  • Since then, she's lived all around the world in places like Peru, South Korea, and currently is in Italy.
  • Smith told BI she loves being American, but she feels more at home abroad.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kat Smith, 35, who has lived

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I'm 57 and helping raise my 6 grandchildren in a crowded multigenerational home. I thought my life would be easier by now.

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  • I live with my daughter and my grandchildren, which means I take care of the kids most days.
  • I thought I would be the fun, relaxed Grandma, but I'm responsible for most household needs.
  • Sometimes the weight of it all gets to me, but I've made changes to my lifestyle to make it easier.

I turned 57 this year. I always thought that by this point in my life, I would be taking buc

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Relooted, Reanimal and other new indie games worth checking out

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A whole bunch of compelling games arrived this week, and Sony dropped some news about more that are on the way to PS5 and other platforms during its State of Play stream on Thursday. 

For one thing, I didn’t have a prequel for Neva, one of my favorite games of the last few years on my bingo card. I’m very much looking forward

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How to watch Scotland vs. England online for free

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TL;DR: Live stream Scotland vs. England in the 2026 Six Nations for free on ITVX. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Six Nations started in the manner we've come to expect, with big performances from top teams.

England secured a confident victory over Wales in the opening round, but Scotland suffered a disappointing defeat away to Italy. There's a lot of

Public breakups are still a thing — and it's awkward for everyone

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Inside the breakup economy

I know, I know, it's Valentine's Day, so who wants to read about breakups? Hear me out. Today isn't just about love; it's about every part of a relationship — the meet-cute, the intoxicating limerence, and even splitting up

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Unlocking Jeffrey Epstein's secrets

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This photograph taken in Le-Perreux-sur-Marne, outside Paris on February 9, 2026 shows undated pictures provided by the US Department of Justice on January 30, 2026 as part of the Jeffrey Epstein files. US authorities on January 30, 2026, released the latest cache of files related to the investigation into the late conviceted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The files contained references to numerous
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A Goldman Sachs partner in technology shares the skills young job seekers need in the AI workplace

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  • Bracha Cohen, a partner and engineer, said young talent should focus on how systems work.
  • She advised computer science majors to learn how to ask good questions — of humans and machines.
  • Goldman Sachs hired a record low percentage of interns last year.

Bracha Cohen has a front row seat to Wall Street's AI revolution — and to how young people can compete in it.

"I would tell

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Lucid's most important car yet is a thrill to drive — if you can afford it

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The Gravity is Lucid's most important product launch so far. So, we tested it for a week.

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  • Lucid is ramping up production of the Gravity, its premium, high-powered SUV — and its second-ever model.
  • Pros: Eye-catching design, blistering speed, plush materials, and one of the best-driving SUVs on sale.
  • Cons: Minor software glitches and eye-watering pricing.

If the Lucid Gravity were an

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The best sexting apps for discreet and NSFW chats

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Sometimes, the anticipation of a hookup is even hotter than the main event. In my experience, sexting is the ultimate form of digital foreplay. It’s the glue that keeps long-distance relationships from falling apart, the spark that stops long-term couples from feeling like roommates, and — for all you singles out there — the safest way to test sexual chemistry before you ever meet up in person.

The