Gad Saad, like Jordan Peterson, has transformed from an out-and-out academic to somewhat of a cultural icon. Like Peterson, Saad sits in a strange space between a university library and a podcast studio: a university professor who has broken into the consciousness of normal people.  Saad’s more recent addition to his literary catalogue, Suicidal Empathy, follows a similar theme to his breakthrough smash-hit bestseller The Parasitic Mind. Saad’s wicked sense of humour, offbeat wisecracks, and satirical role-play make him one of the few authors who can make a civilizational existential crisis funny. Buy the book here So, to the rub – what is Suicidal Empathy about? If you’re on X/Twitter,…

Published by Finn Hayden Most of us in Britain are chronically exhausted. But it is not for a lack of trying. Industry data shows that British consumers collectively fork over billions of pounds every single year on sleep aids, supplements and domestic remedies in a desperate quest for rest. We spend small fortunes on weighted blankets, blackout blinds and herbal tea. We download apps that play whale songs through tiny phone speakers. Still, nothing works. Rewiring Your Internal Clock That is because your biology expects something radically different than what it actually gets. For most of human history, sleep happened under the open sky. Your internal clock is literally hardwired…

Published by Finn Hayden Moving is stressful at the best of times. Add a deadline and it’s a different beast entirely. Maybe a job’s starting in six weeks two hundred miles away. Maybe the chain just imploded, again. Maybe there’s a separation, or a house you’ve inherited and quietly can’t afford to hold onto. Whatever it is, a slow sale stops being a mild annoyance and starts eating your sleep. Here’s the bit people forget, though: fast and sane aren’t mutually exclusive. Pick the right approach and a quick sale can actually lift a weight off you instead of adding one. So let’s go through what genuinely works in the…

Published by Finn Hayden Be honest. The last time you felt genuinely unwell while working from home, did you log off and rest, or did you prop yourself up on the sofa, open the laptop, and "just keep an eye on emails"? If it was the second one, you are very much not alone, and that is exactly the problem. Working from home was supposed to make looking after yourself easier. No commute, no crowded office, more control over your day. Instead, for a lot of people, it quietly killed the sick day. You no longer call in sick. You just move from the desk to the bed and carry…

Published by Finn Hayden On a recent trip to Edinburgh, I decided to take the family to Hermiston Gait, a retail park that's been around for more than 25 years. Before heading off, I wanted to know which shops we could visit on the trip, but that turned out to be a bit harder than I was expecting. There's currently no official website for Hermiston Gait, and most of the information I found online about what shops were there ended up being completely wrong. So, I thought it would be useful to publish an updated guide to Hermiston Gait for 2026. As an overview, the shops you'll currently find at…

Published by Finn Hayden Excessive hair loss is a problem that affects both women and men, regardless of age. While losing some hair every day is a natural physiological process, noticing an increased amount of hair on your brush, pillow, or during washing can understandably be concerning. In practice, there are many possible causes of weakened hair – ranging from daily hair care habits to nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, or chronic stress. Understanding the root cause of the problem is essential, as effective hair care should involve not only external treatments but also support for the body from within. Why Does Hair Fall Out? The Most Common Causes Poor hair…

Published by Finn Hayden New parents might not realise it, but there are loads of freebies they can get as soon as their little one arrives. One of the first things me and my wife got for free was our Baby Box from the Scottish government. If you're not aware, all new parents in Scotland are sent a "Baby Box" - it's basically a large box full of baby-related goodies. As far as I'm aware this is currently only offered to parents in Scotland - usually your midwife will ask if you want one of the boxes and will arrange for it to be delivered to you shortly before your…

Source: Magnific.com Published by Finn Hayden Protecting your digital footprint while traveling is just as critical as locking your hotel room door. Hackers and cybercriminals frequently target jet-setters via vulnerable public networks.  It means that essential habits like disabling Wi-Fi auto-connect, avoiding unsecured charging stations, and using robust encryption software are the absolute best defenses for your data. Whether you're exploring the historic streets of your home city or vacationing overseas, navigating the globe with digital peace of mind requires a few lesser-known strategies.  Here’s a breakdown of the 6 actionable tips crafted especially to keep your data out of cybercriminals' hands. Let’s review each of them in detail…   …

  I have been sipping my way through a huge number of Scottish gins this year, and have come to believe that they are among some of the best in the world. If you're looking to buy an excellent Scottish gin for yourself or as a gift, I think the following 9 gins from Scotland are your best options. All imagery in this article is original, so if you'd like to use any of it please make sure to credit us! Now, into the list:   🚨 WIN BOTTLE #001–100 When a master distiller debuts a landmark Scottish gin, bottles #001 through #100 become instant valuable collector's items. A landmark…