#career

#career

Maybe it's a job you hate or that no longer gives you satisfaction. Or an intimate relationship where the emotional connection has long since frayed, and you're now living parallel lives. Or, perhaps a friendship that was once vital but has now been downgraded to an acquaintance at best, or one that's unbalanced, where only your periodic outreach keeps it alive.

Happy New Year! With the hectic frenzy of the holidays behind you, January 2026 marks a fresh start in so many ways - and it's a fantastic time to work on stabilizing your finances and advancing your career. Capricorn season puts everyone's minds on money and material success, and a powerful Capricorn stellium lights up the first half of the month with motivating and discipline-strengthening magic. Think practically and move with determination.

I just passed a notable anniversary. It's been 40 years since I started writing this column. I had been doing scut work at local radio and television stations, waiting for the big break that looked like it was never going to come, when the Oakland Tribune hired me to be its gossip columnist. Only one hitch: I hated gossip. It's so negative, and it's all about celebrities; and the only thing they're usually famous for is being famous.

I was a baby barista and became the store coffee master, which means I got to wear a black apron instead of a green one,

Being self-employed is all I knew. At the time this photo was taken, I was doing my GCSE retakes and about to start my A-levels. I may have failed some exams, but I don't remember being that stressed about it.

"The moment has arrived. The moment I never wanted to come, but that's football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end."

You thought you could debate your way to getting him to change his opinion of your plans.

Lee Child's journey from a law graduate to a bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series highlights the unpredictable path of success and creativity.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor reflects on her enduring career, noting how her music goes beyond generations, brought into the spotlight again through its inclusion in Saltburn.

I've had two knee surgeries now, my disc's herniated in my back, I've got sciatica as well. It's all falling to bits now, and it's not going to get better.

Many people find that their job is a mixed bag of tasks they enjoy and those they do not. It's common to feel overwhelmed.

Gibson warned Caviezel that taking the role of Jesus could ruin his career. Despite this, Caviezel felt called to play the part.

After securing an introduction, I had to wait until the show was over to have a proper conversation. I spent the next couple of hours catching glances and trying to send sly photos of him to the group chat.

I've been so proud to wear this jersey and be a part of this team and community.