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January 18, 2026
Six great reads: Mondrian’s hidden inspiration, the friendship secret and heat for Heated Rivalry
Need something brilliant to read this weekend? Here are six of our favourite pieces from the last seven days
TL;DR
- Donald Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland was influenced by businessman Ronald Lauder.
- A former prison officer details how the prison system contributes to violence.
- Marlow Moss, a cross-dressing lesbian artist, may have influenced Piet Mondrian's success.
- Neuroscientist Ben Rein explains how social connections can contribute to a longer life.
- The popularity of 'Heated Rivalry' among women suggests a desire for romance without violence or hierarchy.
- George Saunders discusses ghosts, mortality, and Trump's America in an interview.
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