Happy Monday! We have another awesome roundup of essays, creative pieces and news to start your week! Whether you’re looking for something informative, reflective, or just a solid read, there’s something here for you.

Why You Hate Your Weather App

As the weather becomes less predictable, we need forecasts that are better at telling us what we don’t know.

By Kyle Chayka / The New Yorker

Who is looksmaxxing really for?

Looksmaxxing, a trend with its roots in incel culture, has gone mainstream among young, straight men. But who are they trying to impress?

By Ryan Cahill  / DAZED

To the woman who always knew she was meant for a bigger life

…and has every intention of reaching her full potential

By Sensi Charlery  / Diary of a High Achiever

the loneliness of young adulthood

a letter to young adults.

By gor / mixtapes by gor

Your Friendships Are the Blueprint For Your Romantic Relationships

Why do we tolerate from partners what we’d never accept from friends?

By Feifei / Feifei’s Substack