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Greg Sullivan
January 13, 2026
It's all about being genuinely open and curious.
By Tod Perry
When we think of someone likable, we often imagine a person with a big personality who's the life of the party. We conjure up images of social butterflies and people who keep everyone at the dinner party glued to their every word when they tell a story. The funny thing is, according to research, that's not really the case.
Studies show that the easiest way to make someone like you is to show interest by asking questions during the conversation and making it clear that you like them. People also really love those who come off as genuine.
Michael Gendler, a co-founder of Ultraspeaking, a platform that helps people master the art of public speaking, recently shared three "magic" phrases that make you more likable, all of which align with what science tells us.
They re-evaluated their spending habits.
If you're trying to save money, a good place to start is taking note of your shopping habits. Small purchases can add up over time, and people living a frugal lifestyle have their shopping dialed in.
Frugal people have mastered the practice of mindful shopping. They know what is worth spending money on, and what is a waste.
In an online community of frugal people on Reddit, they offered up their shopping advice about what they no longer purchase since becoming more mindful of their spending. From food to subscriptions and clothes, these are 16 things frugal people have stopped buying to save more money.
“Go Mommy go!”
A star is born!
Bryana always had the star power, but it wasn’t until she won the Live Màs Scholarship from the Taco Bell Foundation that she was able to live out her dreams. She recently graduated college with a BA in Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management and just dropped her very first EP! 🔥
Are you (or do you know) a student who is pursuing a higher education, preparing for the workforce, or pursuing their passion?
Visit https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/ to learn how you can apply.
"You're working hard to bring real peace among the generations."
By Heather Wake
New slang can sometimes sound like an entirely new language. In that case, having a translator can be helpful. Content creator Blue Franklin has bravely stepped up to provide this service, "translating" common words and phrases so that virtually any generation can understand what's being said.