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Pocket’s Top-Saved Stories of the Week: January 31, 2025

Solo travel tips, what it’s like to quit sugar, and a daring spy mission that changed the world.

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Could the Carrington Event Happen Again?

It happened in 1859. Today, it would be catastrophic.

My Two Favorite Tricks for Removing Stickers and Adhesive

Say goodbye to price stickers once and for all.

5 Money-Draining Mistakes Travelers Make When Planning a Vacation

People get a lot wrong when it comes to paying for vacation, say travel experts, and that can cost serious cash. Here’s how to plan a trip that’s safe, adventurous and under budget.

How My Trip to Quit Sugar Quickly Became a Journey Into Hell

For my whole life, I’ve been a hard-core sweets junkie. Could a spa help me quit in a week?

The Man Who Revealed Auschwitz’s Atrocities to the World

One man’s daring mission to infiltrate Auschwitz revealed its atrocities to the world – this is his story.

The Strange Reasons Why People Are More Likely to Die in the Winter

World over, more people die in the winter than any other season. Scientists have investigated why for decades. They have some answers—but can’t explain the excess deaths completely.

An L.L. Bean Heiress Suspected Neighbors of Poisoning Her Trees. What Happened Next Roiled Camden, Maine

When Lisa Gorman noticed that a grove of her majestic oaks had died, she cast her suspicions on seasonal neighbors who wanted a better view of the harbor. The fight that ensued became a town drama that rages on to this day.

I’ve Traveled Alone to 65 Countries – Here Are My Top 5 Destinations for Flying Solo

Where to find adventure, group activities, affordable luxury hotels, and total relaxation as a solo traveler.

The Proud Boys Are Plotting a Comeback. And They Want Revenge

Fresh out of federal prison, former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio suggests he’s still in charge as the far-right organization looks to regroup.

I Moved Abroad For A Better Life. Here’s What I Found Disturbing During My First Trip Back To America.

“The hardest part wasn’t seeing these differences – it was realizing I could never unsee them.”

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