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M83’s Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming Arrived At The Perfect Moment

With his sixth album as M83 in 2011, French indie-pop savant Anthony Gonzalez reached skyward and grabbed a lifeline to the mainstream trends. 'Hurry Up, We're Dreaming,' led by its massive single 'Midnight City,' set the tone for the sound of the 2010s.
Kris Floyd Is Stepping Into His Own Spotlight

Tainy protege and reggaetón maestro Kris Floyd steps into his own spotlight on debut LP 'La Última Vez Que' after working on songs for Selena Gomez and Lauren Jauregui. He tells MTV News about making the jump.
Bop Shop: Songs From Adele, CKay, Orion Sun, And More

This week's Bop Shop features a the swoon-worthy return of Adele, a resurged 2019 cut from CKay, a moony new cut from Orion Sun (produced by Rostam), and more.
Finneas, Ever The Optimist, Still Gets Goosebumps Hearing Songs He Wrote

Best known as the brother and main collaborator of Billie Eilish, Finneas has stepped into the solo spotlight with debut album 'Optimist,' an electronic-minded pop release that shows he's wise beyond his years. He tells MTV News about making it.

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Does Online Dating Lead To A Happier Marriage?

Couples: I have great news if you met your partner online! First, a new study says you'll have a happier, longer-lasting relationship, compared to couples who met face to face. And it gets better if you're married because the same study shows that your marriage is less likely to end in divorce, compared to married couples who first met in person. That's the surprising conclusion of research from the University of Chicago. They tracked more than 19-thousand married people for almost a decade.
So why are couples who meet "virtually" happier than couples who meet face-to-face? Psychologists say it has to do with the fact that we're generally more willing to open up and be 'real' online. Because even though online daters may lie about their height or weight - they're online because they want to be in a relationship. So going into it, you already know that the other person is looking for the same thing you are.
Plus, online dating allows you to see someone's hobbies and interests right off the bat - and even filter out people who don't have your same views. And that's key - since having things in common is huge factor in relationship satisfaction.
Also, people who meet online disclose more about themselves in emails, messages and phone calls BEFORE they even start dating. And that "opening up" helps couples bond. But it's not all bad news for couples who meet each other in person. Because this study found that where you meet can also make a big difference in how happy your relationship turns out to be.
For example: Couples who meet through school, work or church tend to be happier than couples who meet through friends or at bars. Again, it's because couples who meet through school or church already know they have something in common.
‘Tis The Season To Buy An Ugly Pumpkin

North Americans will buy and carve about 70 million pumpkins this Halloween. These days, farmers are discovering that nothing sells faster than pumpkins that are warty, twisted or oddly colored. As our more experienced trick-or-treaters know, that wasn’t always the case. For at least 50 years, industry experts say pumpkin breeders tried hard to get rid of imperfections - like warts, disfigured stem handles, or deep ribs. That’s because ugly pumpkins didn’t sell as well as perfect, round, orange ones. In fact, the ugly ones were usually sold off cheaply to make pumpkin pies. Now, the opposite’s true. Where pumpkin seeds typically sell for about $25 a pound, today’s farmers willingly pay up to $200 for a pound of seeds that are likely to turn out warty and weird. That’s because a single ugly pumpkin can sell for $50 or more, and the uglier the better!
Experts say the ugly pumpkin trend is a reflection of how commercial Halloween’s become. Demand is so strong that Martha Stewart has talked about carving ugly pumpkins on her TV show. It’s also inspired farmers to bring back some rare pumpkin breeds that were common a century ago – like blue-green pumpkins from Australia, or an extremely warty gourd known as the “Knucklehead.” In fact, industry experts say warts are the one trait customers ask for the most when they buy pumpkins for carving, but a lot of people are still squeamish about eating pumpkins with warts. That’s also true of the pumpkin’s distant cousin, the squash. In case you’re worried: Those lumpy or warty pumpkins and squash are perfectly safe to eat and taste no different than smooth, perfect pumpkins.
Insider Secrets To Help You Ace Your Next Interview
Now, here's how you can get an extra edge during your interview. These insider secrets come from hiring expert Tina Hamilton.
- Pretend your interview starts in the WAITING ROOM! We've talked before about how some hiring managers rely on their receptionist to help choose the perfect candidate. Companies may also plant a waiting room "spy" - an employee who'll pretend to be waiting too, while the boss intentionally keeps you cooling your heels for up to an hour! They're looking to see how you'll react to stressful situations. So, experts say the best way to impress any potential spy is to sit quietly reviewing your résumé, or reading something related to your industry.
- Beware of the Gossip Trap. During an interview, some managers will intentionally say something negative about one of your former colleagues, just to see how you'll respond. It's their way of singling out office gossips. So, resist the urge to jump in and agree with them. Instead, experts recommend saying something like: "Actually, I never noticed that about so-and-so while I worked with her."
- Clean your car. It's not unusual for employers to send someone out to the parking lot to glance at your car while you're inside being interviewed. Why? Because employers view your car an extension of you! So, if your car looks cluttered, unwashed and sloppy - with junk-food wrappers on the floor - managers will assume you'll bring those same sloppy qualities to your job.
- Ask questions. Surveys show that job candidates who ask questions about a company are more likely to get the job. That's because you'll appear more enthusiastic about the position, compared to people who only talk about themselves! So, ask something like: "What's the one thing your company is looking to improve or tackle, and how will this position fit in with that need?" Then, after the interviewer describes their needs, follow up with: "Yeah, I'm pretty sure I can do all that."
Fall Asleep And STAY Asleep!
You know a lack of sleep can lead to everything from overeating – to anger. Well, here are 3 simple things that can help you fall asleep and stay asleep:
- Your dog. Sure, they may crowd the bed – but according to the Mayo Clinic, dog owners who allowed their dog to sleep with them had improved sleep quality – because they felt safer and more secure.
- Another way to sleep better: Have some pillow talk with your significant other. A study found that people were more likely to have restorative deep sleep when they felt cared for by their partners. So a little bonding before bed goes a long way for a better night’s sleep
- The third way to sleep better at night: Don't nap during the day. University of Pennsylvania researchers found that when people were chronically under-slept – and took naps during the day – they slept worse at night. And sleeping during the day – when you can't sleep at night – perpetuates the cycle.
So, if you have a hard time sleeping at night, hold off until bedtime and your sleep drive will be higher.

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