Literary Hub
Die Hard With a Vengeance Is the Most Relatable “Summer in the City” Movie Ever
“Too many films are love-letters to New York City; Die Hard with a Vengeance is one of its rare pieces of hate mail.”
Pocket-Worthy Reads
Stories to fuel your mind
BBC Future
The Ancient Persian Way to Keep Cool
From ancient Egypt to the Persian Empire, an ingenious method of catching the breeze kept people cool for millennia.
BBC Future
How Fast Food Reveals Secrets of the Economy
From the Pizza Principle to the Waffle House Index, fast food can reveal surprising things about our behavior and hidden changes in the market.
Homes & Gardens
The Ultimate Home Decluttering Guide
Pros reveal how to prep, their favorite methods, room-by-room advice and what to do next.
Stylist
What’s Better for Cardio Fitness: One Long Walk or Multiple Short Walks a Day?
Both have their benefits, but is one better than the other? Here’s everything you need to know.
Literary Hub
Ian Fleming Explains How to Write a Thriller
“You have to get the reader to turn over the page.”
Aeon
Why the Long Face?
Sadness makes us seem nobler, more elegant, more adult. Which is pretty weird, when you think about it.
Nautilus
When Gravity Breaks Down
Gravity has no quantum properties and it drives physicists crazy.
Smithsonian Magazine
Can Scientists Save the World’s Tiniest Rabbit?
In Washington State, the race is on to save a diminutive bunny as wildfires threaten its already shrinking habitat.
Scientific American
Dazzled by Creativity: Why We Excuse Dishonest Acts
Con artists rarely inspire admiration. Frank Abagnale Jr., however, was hardly a typical con artist.
Greater Good Magazine
Is Your Brain Foggy? Here Are Five Ways to Clear It
Studies have found that isolation, stress, and uncertainty can cause forgetfulness and disorganization. Here’s what to do about it.
BBC Travel
How a Portuguese Fishing Village Tamed a 100ft Wave
Nazaré used to be a beach resort that emptied in winter. Now it's the epicentre of big wave surfing due to the skyscraper-sized waves generated by Europe’s largest underwater canyon.
Popular Collections
Curated guides to the best reads on the web
Pocket Collections
The Art of Navigating Thorny Office Politics
From bad bosses to gossipy colleagues and, of course, office refrigerator drama.
Today’s Pocket Hits
Sunday, June 1
Knowable Magazine
All About Cholesterol
The science on how blood levels of HDL, LDL and more relate to cardiovascular health.
GQ
You Don’t Need to Lift Heavy Weights to Build Bigger Muscles
Just put in a good effort and do it regularly.
The Guardian
How Do You Get Enough Protein in a Climate-Friendly Way?
Meat production is responsible for a significant amount of greenhouse gas emissions. How can we balance that with our own dietary needs?
The Guardian
The Truth About Salt
Most of us consume far too much, which can lead to high blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes. But there are some simple ways to retrain your palate and reduce your intake.
Knowable Magazine
What if We Tolerated Diseases?
The immune cells that fight viruses are well-known. But some scientists think we should allow our bodies to more harmlessly live with pathogens until they’re cleared from our system.
SELF
5 Questions to Ask Yourself If You Think It’s Time to Dump a Friend
Does your friendship have to end or can it change instead?
The Hustle
The Banker Who Caused the 1929 Stock Crash
At the outset of the Depression, Charles Mitchell was the most wanted banker in America. Today, his name’s largely been forgotten.
Popular Science
The Scientifically Best Way To Pack a Cooler
Make sure you’re doing all you can to keep your food and drink cold.
Recommended Reads
Curated by Pocket
CNET
Exclusive: Google Sees Smart Glasses As the ‘Next Frontier’ for AI. and It’s Not Working Alone
Android XR head Shahram Izadi talked to CNET about Google’s big next steps for AI, AR and VR, and the company’s partnerships with Samsung, Warby Parker and Xreal.
NBC News
What Trump’s Pledge to Cut Taxes on Tips and Overtime Means in Practice As It Moves Closer to Law
Some workers will see a significant increase in after-tax income if the policy becomes law, but the wider impact on the economy would be relatively limited, economists said.
Vanity Fair
Michelle Williams Remembers Heath Ledger: He Was “So Special”
The actor, who died in 2008 from a drug overdose, is the father of Williams’s first child, Matilda.
Nautilus
A Dangerous Kind of Weather
Thirstwaves are drying out croplands.
www.sportico.com
Tatis Jr.’s Relaunch to MLB Star Fueled by Many Helping Hands
Tatis has always had MLB family pedigree, but the San Diego Padres star has taken a winding journey to MVP candidate.
W Magazine
The Musicians Getting Gen Z Offline & Into the Crowd
In a world where algorithms dictate music taste, artists like HorsegiirL, 2hollis, Magdalena Bay, Fcukers, LSDXOXO, & Oklou feel like a glitch in the system.
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Vanity Fair
Lap of Luxury: Where the Stars Prepare for the Cannes Film Festival 2025
Palace suites, hotel boutiques, private rooftops: Vanity Fair reveals the secret spots where stars prepare for the red carpet.
Variety
Why ‘It’s Always Sunny’ for Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson: A Power Couple Who Juggle Four Hit TV Shows, a Winning Soccer Team and Ryan Reynolds
Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson on falling in love on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ and raising a family through ‘High Fidelity’ and ‘Wrexham.’
Axios
Trump’s $4 Trillion Deficit Bomb
Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” is projected to add trillions to the deficit.
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Martha Stewart
How to Make Leaf Mold—a DIY Soil Amendment That Boosts Plant Health
Fallen leaves break down over time, containing essential nutrients that can boost the health of your garden bed and plants. Here’s how to make and use leaf mold, according to our gardening experts.
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Martha Stewart
15 Light Lunch Ideas That Won’t Weigh You Down
Take on your afternoon without the post-lunch slump. Here, we share 15 delicious, light lunch recipes that are packed with flavor, vegetables, and lean proteins like chicken and fish, perfectly portioned to keep you energized.
MIT Technology Review
A New Atomic Clock in Space Could Help Us Measure Elevations on Earth
The European Space Agency’s ACES mission could ultimately pave the way for a global network of atomic clocks that make these measurements far more accurate.
Life Hacks
Tips for better living
Big Think
How to find success with the 4 conditions of “intelligent failure”
When we prepare for our plans to go wrong, we build the foundations for lasting profit.
Stylist
What Do You Do When Someone Calls You Their ‘Best Friend’, But You Don’t Feel Like Theirs?
What do you do when someone calls you their ‘best friend’, but you don’t feel like theirs? We asked the friendship experts for their advice.
Slate
What It’s Like to Be a Professional Card Counter
I get kicked out of a lot of casinos.
CNBC
I’m a Psychologist Who Studies Couples: People in the Happiest Relationships Do 5 Things on Weekends—That Most Neglect
Want to know the difference between happy and unhappy couples? It all comes down to how they spend their weekends.
BBC
Why Money and Power Affects Male Self-Esteem
What we earn can affect our mental wellbeing, especially when we compare ourselves to those around us – and it can negatively influence male mental health.
CBC
Somebody Will Get This Irish Countryside House for $9, If All Goes According to Plan
Instead of selling her house on the open market, Imelda Collins is raffling it off to a lucky winner.
CNBC
Bosses Like to Complain About Gen Z in the Workplace. This Career Expert Thinks It’s ‘BS’
New grads are entering the workforce, which means we're probably due for another conversation about how some bosses seem to despise Gen Z workers in the office.
Men's Health
The (Fixable) Health Risks Your Wearables Aren’t Telling You About
You might not be as optimized as you think.
Fast Company
6 Ways Effective Leaders Think Like Astronauts
Anyone can find smart lessons in leadership from space—even if you’re not headed to the moon.
Kiplinger
The $425 Million Capital One Settlement: Find Out Who’s Eligible for a Payout and What Happened
Capital One agreed to a $425 million settlement with former and existing customers. Here’s what you need to know.
The Week
The Best Time of Year to Buy a Car
Some months — and days — are better than others.
Harvard Business Review
When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present
Attunement is about being with another person instead of trying to fix them or the situation.