MoviesObituaryRichard NeyIn 1970, the actor-turned-writer and investment expert Richard Ney, who has died aged 87, published his acclaimed The Wall Street Jungle. Its theme, that there was "more sheer larceny per square foot" on the floor of the New York stock exchange "than any place else in the world," so scandalised the New York Times that it never reviewed the book, despite its 11 months on the newspaper's bestseller list. Read More...
The running blogRunningMore studies are finding that ‘carb-rinsing’ – using a sugary mouthwash and then spitting it out – can help improve athletes’ achievement
Could sloshing sugar water around in your mouth and then spitting it out provide a crucial advantage for athletes? In recent years, sports scientists have found convincing evidence that a “carbohydrate mouth rinse” AKA “carb-rinsing” can help athletes perform better. Several studies have reported that, after rinsing, athletes lift more weight, run faster and farther, jump higher and are more focused. Read More...
Pass notesWork & careersWorkers have often needed to hold down more than one job to make a living, but now young people are actively pursuing portfolio careers
Name: Slashies.
Age: As old as work itself, although the term has only been around for a decade or so.
Appearance: Empowered!
Whatever this is, it sure sounds cool. It is! Nothing says: “I am a hip young creative” like being a slashie. Read More...