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My husband and I have been married for 18 years. We share a son — and my husband has a daughter. Why should they get an equal inheritance?
“This year she got married, and I was completely left out of any planning, bridal-shower and wedding activities.”MarketWatch - 9h -
‘She is financially irresponsible’: My husband secretly gives our daughter, 37, thousands of dollars. She spends the money wildly. How do I stop this?
“My husband has been giving her money each month. The deposits from October 2024 through February 2025 total almost $13,000.”MarketWatch - Feb. 9 -
My husband and I are in our 50s — and 85% invested in stocks. Is our strategy too aggressive for the next 10 years?
“Our funds and our tech stocks have done well over the years.”MarketWatch - Feb. 9 -
I’m a wife and mother. Can I secretly change my will and leave everything to my daughter instead of my husband?
“Happy Valentine’s Day (almost).”MarketWatch - 3d -
I Do Not Want Revenge for My Father’s Death
My father’s killer is being released to save hostages.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
Ex-Microsoft HR exec: The best job candidate I interviewed 'worked her network' and 'had emotional intelligence in spades'
Sabina Nawaz has seen job candidates come in who don't know how to do the role they're interviewing for. Here's someone who got it right in an interview.CNBC - Feb. 11 -
Jalen Hurts on OC: Out of my jurisdiction, I take things as they come
The Eagles are celebrating their Super Bowl win with a parade through Philadelphia on Friday, but there's only so long that they can linger on their win before they have to fully turn their ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
‘I didn’t want to spend time with my children. I was just going through the motions’: the pain of parental burnout
Most people with small children are worn out – but for some, the pressure of striving to be perfect parents can drive them to the edge. . ‘I cried like someone had died,” Rachel Stern says of the ...The Guardian - 3d -
My husband has millions in a trust fund, pays all our bills and gives me $4,000 a month. Will I get our house if I divorce him?
“He pays all of our bills, including all our taxes, from one of his investment accounts.”MarketWatch - Feb. 10 -
‘He doesn’t drink, smoke, party or gamble’: My boyfriend, 55, is perfect in many ways, but gets mad if I ask him to contribute
“My boyfriend stays at my house 80% of the time. I don’t even know how much he makes.”MarketWatch - 1d -
‘They are as different as day and night’: My son is upset that his brother got more financial support. Now it’s payback time. What should I do?
“My son feels that he has done everything to save us money and that he is not getting his fair share.”MarketWatch - 6d -
‘I am pretty much uninsurable’: My 20-year term life insurance is up, but I was diagnosed with throat cancer. Do I renew it?
“I am pretty much uninsurable.”MarketWatch - 6d -
My sister is stressed and distant. I want to help but don’t know how | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
As the older, ‘parentified’ child, it sounds like your sister has taken on extra responsibilities all her life. She might appreciate you wanting to show you care • Every week Annalisa Barbieri ...The Guardian - 4d -
‘My wife and I are very grateful’: Our son wants to pay off our mortgage before we retire. Will this backfire?
“He’s also the executor of our will.”MarketWatch - 14h -
The unspoken agony of vaginal dryness: ‘I had to give up four jobs in four years’
Recently, there has been much more discussion of menopause. But one debilitating condition, experienced by 80% of women, remains shrouded in secrecy and misunderstanding. When Lorraine Kelly shared ...The Guardian - 2d -
'My wife told me to date after she died - I wasn't ready for what was out there'
Geraint John says some dates have made a sharp exit when he's told them he's been recently widowed.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
My no-plastic life: I tried to cut out single-use items for a month – and it almost broke me
Sourcing fruit and veg without wrapping was hard enough, but finding an eco-friendly way to brush my teeth was its own world of pain. And as for my 6pm crisps fix – forget it. The scale of plastic ...The Guardian - 6d -
How I Reached Acceptance 7 Years After Losing My House in a Wildfire
A cartoonist reflects on loss and recovery after the Woolsey wildfire in 2018.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
Our four dogs sleep on the bed – so I haven’t had sex with my wife in 10 years
My partner doesn’t seem to care about our sex life or my needs as her husband. Should I have an affair?. I haven’t had sex with my wife for more than 10 years. We have four dogs and she has ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
The one change that worked: I set my phone to ‘do not disturb’ three years ago – and have never looked back
WhatsApp notifications in the middle of the night were the final straw. I switched those off – and every other alert – and it helped my wellbeing, sleep and parenting. My phone vibrates itself ...The Guardian - 2d -
What Type of Business Should You Start? 20 Years Ago, Steve Jobs Needed Just 7 Words to Provide the Answer
Entrepreneurs seize opportunities. Just make sure you seize the right opportunity for you.Inc. - Feb. 11 -
Marriages in China plunged by a record last year, fanning birthrate concerns
Marriages in China fell by a record fifth last year, despite efforts by officials to encourage young couples to wed and have children to boost the country’s declining population.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
76ers reportedly reach 2-year deal with Lonnie Walker IV after brief EuroLeague stint
Lonnie Walker had an NBA opt-out clause in his EuroLeague deal that expired on Tuesday night.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
‘I want to enjoy the time we have left’: I’m 68 and plan to work past retirement age. Should I empty my $700K 401(k)?
“‘I have $1.8 million equity in my homes, including my main residence.”MarketWatch - 1d -
National Park ranger fired from "dream job" pens emotional letter
"I am the defender of your public lands and waters ... I am the highlight of your child's school day ... I am tired of waking up every morning at 2am wondering how I am going to provide for my ...CBS News - 11h -
'This is my Super Bowl': ESPN's Dick Vitale makes emotional return
The longtime ESPN color commentator was near tears telling the audience what it meant to him to be back.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9 -
I was a evangelical Christian for 35 years – until my transgressive big sister gave me the courage to break free | Josie McSkimming
My sister Dorothy Porter was a bohemian gay poet; I was a respectable church handmaiden. But she cracked the door open for me to start seeing the world differently. Get our weekend culture and ...The Guardian - 6d -
I Regret How I Treated My Kids
Obsessing over the past is taking over my life.The New York Times - 5d -
What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
US President Donald Trump’s new agency is tasked with slashing costs - but faces opposition.BBC News - 4d -
Musk is using a chainsaw for a job that needs a scalpel
Chainsaws are made for cutting down forests, not trimming unnecessary growth.The Hill - Feb. 11 -
What Should I Wear to a Job Interview?
A reader seeking to make a good impression with a potential employer asks for advice on interview attire. Our fashion critic offers her thoughts on how to dress for success while still standing out.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Many Want Hochul to Force Adams From Office. She Isn’t Rushing.
Although Gov. Kathy Hochul has the power to begin removal proceedings against Mayor Eric Adams, doing so would test history, time and her own preference.The New York Times - 4d -
‘I’ve been named sole heir’: My father, 92, is a Korean War veteran and stays out until dawn playing poker. What can I do?
“The family is mortgaged, likely for more than it is currently worth, to cover Dad’s back taxes and credit-card and gambling debts.”MarketWatch - Feb. 9 -
My Husband, the Cyborg review – the raging narcissism behind rich-man body modification
Susanna Cappellaro’s intimate documentary follows her spouse as he gets a body implant, the process serving to demonstrate the self absorption behind it. A cheeky programming choice for February, ...The Guardian - 6d -
Couple held in Iran need 'prompt' UK action, says Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's husband
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's husband urges the government to work "more promptly" than it did on her case.BBC News - 2d -
Davis: 'My job' to bring hope to forlorn Mavs fans
The Mavericks' fan base remains in shock over the trade that brought in Anthony Davis but sent away Luka Doncic, and the new Dallas big man says he understands the frustration.ESPN - Feb. 8 -
'My job is so hard' - Amorim frustrated as Man Utd lose again
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says his job is "so hard" after defeat at Tottenham on Sunday leaves his side 15th in the Premier League.BBC News - 2d -
Texas measles outbreak rises to 48 cases. It's the state's worst in nearly 30 years
The ongoing measles outbreak in West Texas has doubled in size to 48 casesABC News - 4d -
The moment I knew: I was mourning the end of my summer fling – then a parcel arrived at my door
When Steph Vizard hooked up with Hugh during a trip back home, it was like living inside a romantic comedy. But could they have a happy ending?. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
I’m worried my appearance will jeopardise my career opportunities. Should I modify my look to fit in? | Leading questions
Most of us are not our complete selves at work, advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith writes. But it’s up to you where you want to draw the line. Read more Leading questions I am a woman ...The Guardian - 5d