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Notes10.08.2026
Clothes that don't exist
AI-generated fashion images keep popping up in product listings and in our feeds - and quietly ruin our eye for style. A look at why generated garments have seams melting into folds and fabric that ignores gravity, and why real-life shopping gets harder because of it.
by Yanina Tsybulskaya
Notes23.07.2026
Debunking Running: Why You Were Lied To and Walking Is the Quiet Champion
Running is sold as a cure-all, but injury statistics, the myth of weight loss and the heart's U-curve say otherwise. We explain why the real benefit lies in walking.
by Iryna
Notes11.07.2026
The hat I didn't buy
A spontaneous trip to a hat shop, a phantom straw pillbox, fascinators and British horse racing — and cats that ended up costing a full three hats. A personal note on how hats are quietly slipping into this summer's trend.
by Yanina Tsybulskaya
Notes05.07.2026
Why the phrase "If I were you" is so irritating
"If I were you..." sounds harmless, yet it devalues the other person's experience, shifts the conversation to the speaker and discourages people from opening up again. Here's why it happens — and what to say instead.
by Polako Hedonist
Notes05.07.2026
Workout methods that actually work
I know how frustrating it is when the gym or home cardio seems to bring no results. Here is a list of truly effective training approaches — we will conquer fitness with ease 💪🏻
by Iryna
Notes27.06.2026
Office workers at risk of “dead butt syndrome”
Sitting for long hours weakens the glute muscles and stops them from working properly — here's what it can lead to and how to test yourself.
by Polako News
Notes25.06.2026
The more narcissistic the boss, the more they oppose remote work
A new study of Fortune 500 companies revealed an unexpected link between a leader's level of narcissism and their attitude toward remote work.
by Polako News
Notes20.06.2026
The floral dress: why you might not like it — and what to do about it
Sometimes you like a floral dress in theory, but in reality it seems to turn you into a “country girl.” We explore why this happens and how the huge variety of floral prints can help you find your own.
by Yanina Tsybulskaya
Notes17.06.2026
Books Come in All Kinds
Books come in all kinds — and it's not just about the covers. Some you read when life experience is still thin; others you reach for once you've gathered enough and just want a good, easy evening. Here's my list for exactly that.
by Polako News
Notes14.06.2026
The History of the Hookah and Why We Love It
The history of the hookah is longer than it appears at first glance.
by Iryna
Notes17.05.2026
Weekly Music Digest: Conservatism as a Virtue
Deep Purple channeling early Blackmore, self-ironic Darkthrone, cosmic jazz from Chui, Primus in their own genre pocket, and a new Peter Frampton album — a week without sensations, but with a clear aftertaste.
by Polako News
Notes07.05.2026
How to Learn to Stand Up for Your Boundaries
Boundaries are not about saying no. They're about understanding what works for you and what doesn't. Most problems start when we stop listening to ourselves. Learn how to set personal boundaries and choose yourself.
by Iryna
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