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Perché il cervello dorme a metà la prima notte in hotel

Perché il cervello dorme a metà la prima notte in hotel

Una ricerca della Brown University ha scoperto che in un ambiente nuovo un emisfero cerebrale rimane in allerta: un retaggio evolutivo che ci rende vulnerabili all'insonnia.

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The Klondike Gamble That Built Nordstrom

The Klondike Gamble That Built Nordstrom

A 16-year-old immigrant with five dollars chased gold in the Yukon, survived by eating his horse, and turned a disputed claim into the seed money for an American retail institution.

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An Excerpt from “The Culture of Zimbabwe”

An Excerpt from “The Culture of Zimbabwe”

"The Culture of Zimbabwe: An Introduction for Beginners" offers a comprehensive exploration of this Southern African nation's rich and dynamic heritage. From its ancient roots, symbolized by the magnificent stone city of Great Zimbabwe, to its contem

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What 25 Lost Cities Teach Us About Urban Fragility

What 25 Lost Cities Teach Us About Urban Fragility

Kyle Bryant's Vanished Cities traces the rise and fall of metropolises from Uruk to Pripyat, revealing patterns in how water, trade, empire, and environment decide which cities endure — and which vanish.

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The $69,000 Roth Loophole Hiding in Your 401(k)

The $69,000 Roth Loophole Hiding in Your 401(k)

Most investors know the Roth IRA limit is $7,000. Few realize a 401(k) feature lets high earners legally funnel nearly ten times that amount into a tax-free account each year — if their plan allows it.

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The Billion-Dollar Bathroom Upgrade That Nearly Sank a Cruise Ship Delivery

The Billion-Dollar Bathroom Upgrade That Nearly Sank a Cruise Ship Delivery

When a cruise line demanded Italian marble for 200 suites mid-construction, the ripple effects threatened a seasonal launch — until a subcontractor's bankruptcy turned a design dispute into a race against the calendar.

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An Excerpt from “Chai, Curry & Culture: Inside India's Vibrant Everyday Life”

An Excerpt from “Chai, Curry & Culture: Inside India's Vibrant Everyday Life”

*Chai, Curry & Culture: Inside India's Vibrant Everyday Life* offers an intimate and modern exploration of India, moving beyond common stereotypes to reveal the everyday realities of its diverse population. This insightful book delves into the heart

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The Cheese Rind Feast Born from Colonial Waste

The Cheese Rind Feast Born from Colonial Waste

When Dutch traders discarded Edam and Gouda rinds on the ABC islands, enslaved Africans transformed the waste into Keshi Yena — a baked, stuffed cheese that became a celebratory centerpiece of Curaçao, Aruba, and Bonaire.

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Restoring More Than Metal: Inside the World of Vintage Car Revival

Restoring More Than Metal: Inside the World of Vintage Car Revival

Sean Patterson's comprehensive guide covers automotive history, hands-on restoration techniques, and the passionate community keeping classic cars alive.

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The Night They Carved Up Czechoslovakia

The Night They Carved Up Czechoslovakia

In a Munich hotel at midnight, four men redrew the map of Europe while the country they were dismembering waited in an adjoining room, uninvited and unheard.

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An Excerpt from “Under the Bonnet: Technical Restoration of Classic British Cars”

An Excerpt from “Under the Bonnet: Technical Restoration of Classic British Cars”

**Under the Bonnet: Technical Restoration of Classic British Cars** is the definitive guide for enthusiasts dedicated to bringing iconic British classics like the Mini, MGB, and Triumph back to their peak, whether for concours glory or exhilarating r

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How a Summer Swim Challenge Rewrites a Life

How a Summer Swim Challenge Rewrites a Life

Brandon Aguilar's novel follows Chloe's transformation from reluctant swimmer to collegiate athlete through friendship, rivalry, and one pivotal summer.

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