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These touching stories of same-sex couples from Humans of New York show that true love is everywhere

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“I was married to a woman when I met him.” “Why did you marry a woman?” “Because I thought being gay was a choice. Until the honeymoon.”In a city of over 8 million people, photographer Brandon Stanton always comes across the most interesting ones. His massively popular blog Humans of New York began to take shape after Stanton lost his job in the bond trading market and moved to NYC in 2010, determined to create a catalog of the city's diverse and fascinating population. 

The blog grew in popularity quickly, and Stanton released a bestselling book of his workin 2013. Soon afterward, he was commissioned by the United Nations to accompany an international photographic tour to capture and record stories of humans around the world.

In the wake of Friday's momentous Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide, we've compiled some of the best stories from same-sex couples Stanton has photographed over the past few years and shared them with you below.

For more Humans of New York: Meet 12 Unforgettable 'Humans Of New York'

“Tell me your favorite thing about each other,” Stanton asked this couple, who was coming up on one year of marriage. “Her ability to intuit my moods,” said one. “Her living room choreography of every song that comes on the radio,” said the other.



“I love his eyes and his belly,” this couple said.



“We just got back from the prom.”



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This company created a ridiculously high-quality re-creation of the original Nintendo — and you can buy it now

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Spending $500 on a game console that first launched over 30 years ago is a little crazy, but one company is betting on exactly that. Analogue Interactive created a ridiculously high-quality re-creation of the original Nintendo Entertainment System – the original Nintendo – and is selling the unit in a variety of colors.

Not only is the system carved from a single block of aluminum, but it uses all original NES parts. 

Better yet, it runs all your old games, as well as games that only run on the Japanese version of the NES (the Famicom). Even better than that? It "upscales" the resolution of old games to work on modern televisions, making them look better than ever.

MORE ON THE ANALOGUE NT: An interview with Analogue Interactive owner Christopher Taber

The Analogue Nt, as it's known, makes classics like "Super Mario Bros. 3"– from 1990 – as gorgeous as possible by using an array of output methods.



The console plays every original NES game, as well as their Japanese equivalents ("Famicom" games).



More than just games, the Analogue Nt works with both original NES and Famicom gamepads too!



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The US Air Force’s B-1 bomber just turned 30

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Boeing B-1 BomberThe Boeing B-1B Lancer bomber has been a workhorse of the United States Air Force since it was first delivered in June 1985. 

In honor of the elite bomber’s birthday, Boeing has announced a number of sweeping upgrades to turn the B-1B into a fully “integrated battle station.” 

“We’re connecting the bombers to a global communications network that increases the situational awareness of the crew and allows for greater agility, like re-targeting weapons while in flight” said Dan Ruder, Boeing’s Advance Programs Lead, in a press release. 

Take a look back at the history of the B-1.

SEE ALSO: The B-52 bomber can carry a jaw-dropping amount of bombs

The B-1 was originally designed to replace the aging B-52 Stratofortress.



It combines the long-range capabilities of the B-52 with the sleek lines of a fighter jet.



Its wings can be pivoted forward and backward, depending on the requirements for a particular mission. Wide open wings allow the B-1 to fly high above radar for astonishingly long distances.



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Calvin Klein just bought this masterpiece contemporary mansion for $25 million

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calvin klein thumbnailIt looks like designer Calvin Klein is apt to spend a little more time in LA.

He just bought a spectacular, 9,300-square-foot home in the Hollywood Hills area for $25 million, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The five-bedroom mansion fits squarely in the contemporary architectural style and features sliding glass walls, 13-foot-high ceilings, an infinity pool, and a bridged entryway over a waterfall and reflecting pool.

Paul McClean designed the home.

Tyrone McKillen and Drew Fenton of Hilton & Hyland had the listing.

 

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You must traverse a bridge over a waterfall and reflecting pool to enter the home.



The bridge is intended to "slow the participant down and create a feeling of separation from the street behind."



Lights shoot up from the water features to welcome you.



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Here's what people told me at the massive rally against a bailout deal in Athens

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Pretty much every news outlet in the world is focused on Greece right now, ahead of a July 5 referendum on whether to accept a bailout deal negotiated with Europe and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The government is campaigning for a "No" vote, and pushing to reject the deal it negotiated. On Monday, several thousand people gathered in central Athens to show their support for rejecting the agreement.

They assembled in Syntagma Square, the focal point of Athenian politics.

I spoke to a handful of people at the huge, peaceful rally in front of the parliament — the ones I spoke to seemed to think that a No vote would mean Greece leaving the eurozone, and that would be a positive thing. 

Rallies for a Yes vote are likely to follow in the days ahead.

Here's what some of them told me on Monday night

I'd seen some of the posters for the rally around the centre of town — they must have been whipped up pretty quickly, given that the referendum was only announced three days earlier.



I met a British student who was selling magazines for a left-wing organisation. They want there to be an organised, working-class movement to promote an alternative way of running the country if there's a "No" vote.



One sector of the economy seems to be doing well: Flag salesmen. There were a huge number of different groups in attendance, all with their own banners and signs.



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Here's a complete look at everything you get with Apple Music

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Apple Music has been unleashed on the world, which means anyone with an iPhone can start using the new streaming service free for the next three months.

We just downloaded Apple's latest software update that includes Apple Music and Beats 1 radio.

Here's what it's like to use it.

SEE ALSO: These are the 3 DJs Apple hired to revolutionize how we listen to readio

Once you update your iOS device, you'll have the redesigned Music app.



Apple is giving everyone a free three-month trial.



Individual plans will cost $9.99 a month at the end of the trial. Up to six people can share a family plan for $14.99 a month.



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24 successful people who wake up really (really) early

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Tim Cook, Apple

They say the early bird catches the worm, and research suggests there might be some truth to the old adage. 

Waking up with (or before) the sun allows executives like AOL's Tim Armstrong and Pepsi's Indra Nooyi to get a head start on the day, knocking out tasks before the rest of the world has rolled out of bed.

Those "extra" hours also give them a chance to do some creative thinking, fit in a workout, and spend time with family.

Ahead, 24 early risers who may convince you never to hit snooze again.

Max Nisen and Aaron Taube contributed to earlier versions of this article.

Once you're, figure out what to eat: What 12 highly successful people eat for breakfast

General Motors CEO Mary Barra

Like her predecessor Daniel Akerson, GM's current chief executive is an early riser. According to a New York Times profile, she was regularly at the office by 6 a.m., and that was before she even became CEO.



AOL CEO Tim Armstrong

The former Google executive told The Guardian that he was "not a big sleeper" and wakes up at 5 or 5:15 every morning to work out, read, tinker with AOL's products, and answer emails. Armstrong has a driver who takes him to work every day, allowing him to get things done throughout his hour-long commute.



Xerox CEO Ursula Burns

Burns uses early-morning hours to get caught up on emails, getting up at 5:15 and sometimes working until midnight, according to Yahoo Finance.

She also uses the time to fit in a workout, according to Laura Vanderkam's "What The Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast." Burns schedules an hour of personal training at 6 a.m. twice a week. 



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Steve Cohen's baller NYC penthouse that he can't sell just went back on the market for $79 million

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Steve Cohen Penthouse

Billionaire hedge-fund manager Steven A. Cohen still can't find a buyer for his NYC penthouse.

The duplex penthouse at One Beacon Court has just been relisted for $79 million after briefly being taken off the market, New York Daily News reports.

The apartment has been on the market since 2013. It was originally listed for $115 million, then dropped to $98 million, then reduced to $82 million before being delisted briefly.

Cohen, who now runs Point72 Asset Management (formerly SAC Capital), purchased the apartment in 2005 for $24 million. He hired the late architect Charles Gwathmey to transform the space.

We've included the details of the 9,000-square-foot, four-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom apartment at One Beacon Court in the slides that follow. It's definitely impressive. Look and see for yourself.

The apartment features a stunning living room with 24-foot ceilings.



Here's another angle of the living room.



There's a chef’s kitchen with stainless-steel appliances.



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23 gorgeous pictures of Norwegian fjords

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A fjord is something you can only see in certain parts of the world.

Formed by glaciers, fjords are wider than they are long and are either a deep, narrow sea or a lakedrain. They're similar to a bay or cove.

Norway and the Svalbard Islands are home to over 1,000 stunning fjords, which make for great sightseeing.

We browsed #fjordnorway on Instagram to give you an idea of just how beautiful these natural formations are.

Click here to see the pictures »

This photo shows the small town of Marifjøra, which looks out onto the Sognefjord.

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The Sognefjord is the largest and best known fjord in Norway. Although it's the third-longest in the world, it's technically the world's longest open fjord since the other two are often covered in ice.

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The towns that sit along the fjords are just as picturesque as the fjords themselves. This town is called Undredal.

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15 books by billionaires that will teach you how to run the world

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Bill Gates Summer Books

Whether you want to launch an empire or become the best in your field, who better to consult than those who've achieved the peak of professional and financial success?

That's why we've rounded up 15 books by self-made billionaires. Learn how these masters of industry achieved the impossible, in their own words.

'The Virgin Way' by Richard Branson

Although Branson confesses he's never read a book on leadership, his nearly 50-year entrepreneurial career has taught him a thing or two about building a business.

In "The Virgin Way," the billionaire founder of Virgin Group offers lessons on management and entrepreneurialism, including the importance of listening to others and hiring the right people. Branson is honest about his successes as well as his failures, such as underestimating Coke's influence when he tried to launch Virgin Cola in the 1990s.

Overall, the book is a compelling glimpse into the life of someone who's never shied away from a challenge.

Buy it here >>



'Onward' by Howard Schultz

After resigning as Starbucks CEO in 2000, Schultz returned to the post in 2008, just as the company was struggling through a financial crisis. "Onward" details how the billionaire brought the global coffee chain back to life.

Readers will learn how Schultz made tough decisions — like temporarily shutting down more than 7,000 US stores — in order to help Starbucks grow without neglecting its core values. They'll learn, too, about Schultz as a person, as he weaves together his unique business strategy with anecdotes about growing up in Brooklyn, New York. It's an honest and passionate recounting that will inspire entrepreneurs and everyone else to be brave in the face of adversity.

Buy it here >>



'How to Win at the Sport of Business' by Mark Cuban

In "How to Win at the Sport of Business," Dallas Mavericks owner and "Shark Tank" investor Cuban fleshes out his best insights on entrepreneurialism from his personal blog.

He writes candidly about how he progressed from sleeping on his friends' couches in his 20s to owning his own company and becoming a multi-billionaire. It's a story of commitment and perseverance — Cuban writes that even though he didn't know much about computers, he beat his competition because he spent so much time learning about the software his company sold. 

Buy it here >>



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How to update your iPhone if it says you don't have enough space (AAPL)

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If you're trying to download and install iOS 8.4 to check out Apple's new music streaming service but your iPhone is telling you you don't have enough space, you might not need to scramble to delete apps and photos. 

The secret is iTunes. If you plug your iPhone into iTunes, you won't need as much free space, only about 610 megabytes. This is how people used to update the iPhone in the old days before we could update iOS "over the air," or OTA.

Plug your iPhone into your computer and launch iTunes to get started.

 

SEE ALSO: The best ways to free up space on your 16GB iPhone

1. If a popup notification appears telling you to that a new version of iOS is available, go ahead and click Download and Update and go to step 5.



2. Otherwise, click the small iPhone icon towards the top left in iTunes.



3. And click Check for Update. If it just says Update, click it and follow the next step.



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11 scientifically proven reasons you should be spending less time in the office

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It's summer, so no excuses: Go outside.

Take a walk in the sun on your lunch break, a jog through the park before work, or a trip into the woods on the weekend if you can. 

A June 29 study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that a small group of subjects who strolled through nature for just an hour and a half reported a reduction in negative thoughts.

That finding adds to a growing body of research showing that nature offers one of the most reliable boosts to your mental and physical well-being. Here are just a few potential benefits

SEE ALSO: Explorers' Instagram feeds will make you want to get out and see the world

1. Improve your short-term memory.

In one study, University of Michigan students were given a brief memory test, then divided into two groups.

One group took a walk around an arboretum, and the other half took a walk down a city street. When the participants returned and did the test again, those who had walked among trees did almost 20% percent better than the first time. The ones who had taken in city sights instead did not consistently improve.

Another similar study on depressed individuals also found that walks in nature boosted working memory much more than walks in urban environments.



2. Restore your mental energy.

You know that feeling where your brain seems to be sputtering to a halt? Researchers call that "mental fatigue."

One thing that can help get your mind back into gear is exposing it to restorative environments, which, research has found, generally means the great outdoors. One study found that people's mental energy bounced back even when they just looked at pictures of nature. (Pictures of city scenes had no such effect.)

Studies have also found that natural beauty can elicit feelings of awe, which is one of the surest ways to experience a mental boost.



3. Relieve stress.

Tensed and stressed? Head for the trees.One study found that students sent into the forest for two nights had lower levels of cortisol — a hormone often used as a marker for stress — than those who spent that time in the city.

In another study, researchers found a decrease in both heart rate and levels of cortisol in subjects in the forest when compared to those in the city. "Stressful states can be relieved by forest therapy," they concluded. 

Among office workers, even the view of nature out a window is associated with lower stress and higher job satisfaction.



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Here are the nominees for 2016 North American Car of the Year

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Every year since 1993, an independent panel of 57 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada has awarded the North American Car and Truck of the Year award.

The nominations for 2016 were announced this week.

Over the next six months the list will be reduced to 10.

Journalists will then vote on a winner, with the award given at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2016.

Have a look at all 19 nominees for Car of the Year.

 

SEE ALSO: Why no one will own a car in 25 years

Acura ILX



Audi TT



BMW 7-Series



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7 brilliant ways to start a presentation

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woman speaking"The beginning is the most important part of the work." —Plato

When we speak, we have about 60 seconds to capture our audience's attention, establish credibility, orient them to our topic, and motivate them to listen, says Darlene Price, president of Well Said, Inc., and author of "Well Said! Presentations and Conversations That Get Results."

If you waste those precious opening seconds with a joke, an agenda, an apology, housekeeping details, a string of thank-yous, or a rambling, pointless paragraph littered with "ums" and "uhs," your audience's minds are likely to drift, and you may not get them back. "You need to put the art in the start, the most important part of the work," says Price.

That's a tall order for any speaker — and it requires us to develop and rehearse a well-crafted, attention-getting opener.

Price offers seven options:

SEE ALSO: 12 Public Speaking Habits To Avoid At All Costs

1. Tell a captivating story.

"Of all the starters in your toolkit, storytelling is among the most powerful and consistently successful," Price says. "As humans, we're hard-wired to enjoy and learn from stories. From bedtime stories and campfires, to Broadway theaters and boardrooms — heroes, villains, conflict, plots, dialogue, and lessons learned draw us in, remind us of our own lives, and hold our attention." 

The story can be about you personally, which tells the audience first-hand why you're invested in and passionate about the topic. Or you can tell a story about another person who the audience can learn from. "Another option: Tell a fable, wisdom tale, historic event, or anecdote," Price says. "The idea is, start with a brief 60- to 90-second narrative that launches your speech and captivates your listeners, and make sure the story encapsulates the key point of your message."

She suggests you consider these questions as you craft your version of "Once upon a time": What challenges have you (or another) faced in relation to your topic? How did you (or another) overcome them? Who or what helped you or harmed you? What lessons were learned? What do you want your audience to gain, feel, or do as a result of the story? 



2. Ask a rhetorical, thought-provoking question.

"As Shakespeare wrote in 'The Merchant of Venice,' 'If you prick us, do we not bleed? If you tickle us, do we not laugh? If you poison us, do we not die? And if you wrong us, shall we not revenge?'" says Price. "As a speaker, you ask rhetorical questions for persuasive effect; you don't expect the audience to answer aloud, rather silently to themselves.

When crafted and delivered well, rhetorical questions influence an audience to believe in the position of the speaker. "Clearly, Shakespeare's character Shylock is leading his listeners to think 'yes' four times in order to justify revenge against Antonio. What do you want your audience to say 'yes' or 'no' to?" 

In addition to yes or no questions, you can also arouse curiosity and motivate your audience to think about the answer, she says.



3. State a shocking statistic or headline.

Price says the vice president of sales for America's leading healthcare IT company successfully sells software solutions to hospitals by starting her presentations with the following:

"According to a new study in the Journal of Patient Safety, medical errors leading to patient death are much higher than previously thought. Preventable adverse events, known as PAEs, cause up to 400,000 deaths per year for patients who seek care at a hospital. That means medical errors are the third leading cause of death behind heart disease and cancer. Our vision is to create a world free of medical errors, and we need your help."

"The statistic, bold claim, or headline needs to be directly related to the main purpose of your presentation," Price explains. "Its impact ideally persuades the audience to listen and respond positively to your recommendation and next steps." 



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The $28 million NYC penthouse where Joan Rivers filmed her documentary finally sold

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The late Joan Rivers' 5,100-square-foot penthouse on Manhattan's Upper East Side has found a buyer after only 140 days on the market, according to The New York post.

The triplex apartment, known as The Spencer Condominium, has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. The pre-war building even includes a private elevator that goes straight to the penthouse.

Rivers had relisted the apartment many times over the years, most recently in 2012.

Leighton Candler of Corcoran Group Real Estate handled the listing.

Meredith Galante contributed to an earlier version of this report.

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Welcome to 1 E 62nd Street, a triplex penthouse on Manhattan's Upper East Side and one of the primary filming locations for Rivers' 2010 documentary, "A Piece of Work."



It's easy to see why Rivers called the décor "Louis XIV meets Fred and Ginger."



The 23-foot ceiling is hand-painted throughout the apartment. This room features a mural of the sky.



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Apple will automatically charge you after your free Apple Music trial — here's how to disable it (AAPL)

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Apple's highly anticipated Music streaming service launched Tuesday, and we all get a free three-month trial.

After that, it's $9.99 per month, which is billed to the same credit card you store in iTunes for buying apps, music, and other content from Apple.

In the frenzy of signing up for the free trial, you may have missed some small print when you select a plan you want to try. It says Apple will automatically renew your subscription to Apple Music once the three-month free trial is over.

Unless you're 100% sure you're going to stick with Apple Music, we suggest turning the auto-renewal feature off in case you forget to cancel the service after the free trial is up.

Here's how to turn auto-renewal off.

SEE ALSO: The best ways to free up space on your 16GB iPhone

After you've set up Apple Music, tap the little head symbol on the top left of your screen to go to your account.



Tap View Apple ID.



Tap Manage under Subscriptions.



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9 tips and tricks for mastering Apple Music (AAPL)

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Now that Apple Music is out, you can stream millions of tracks from iTunes and listen to Beats 1, the service's 24-hour radio show.

There's a lot to digest in Apple Music, from the curated playlists to the Connect tab where artists can communicate directly with fans. Here are 9 tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Apple Music experience.

SEE ALSO: Here's a complete look at everything you get with Apple Music

Double tap to love genres and artists

When you first open Apple Music, you're given the option to pick which music genres and artists you like. Apple uses these picks to help present you with playlist suggestions.

You tap each bubble to like it and get more like it, but you can also double tap to love a bubble. So if you really like a certain artist or genre, double tap it to get similar recommendations.



Add more kinds of music you like after setting up Apple Music

Did you know you can add more kinds of music you like whenever you want in Apple Music? To refine your playlist recommendations even more, head on over to your account window at the top left of the screen.

Then go to "Choose Artists For You" and start tapping more bubbles!



Unfollow artists in Connect

When you first set up Apple Music, your account automatically follows artists on Connect if you've purchased their music in the iTunes Store. Connect is sort of like a social network that artists can use to "connect" with fans.

That can be nice, but chances are you don't want to be following some random artist you bought a single from five years ago. To unfollow artists, head over to the "Following" section of the account window.

Once you unfollow an artist, their content won't show up in the Connect section of Apple Music. 



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Here are the nominees for 2016 North American Truck of the Year

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Every year since 1993, an independent panel of 57 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada has awarded the North American Car and Truck of the Year award.

The nominations for 2016 were announced this week.

Over the next six months the list will be reduced to ten.

Journalists will then vote on a winner, with the award given at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2016.

See all 21 nominees for Truck of the Year.

SEE ALSO: 2014 was the year of the truck

Fiat 500X



Ford Edge



Honda HR-V



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Here's how Li Ka-shing became the richest man in Hong Kong

What 17 successful people read before bed

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Bill Gates Summer BooksThe moments before sleep can provide a rare retreat from a jam-packed day for highly successful people.

For many CEOs, execs, and other high achievers, the day begins extremely early and is crammed with emails, meetings, and events. But the evenings can be a time to unwind with a good book. Or a magazine. Or newspaper. Some of them even curl up with their email.

From paperbacks to tweets, here's what 17 super successful people read before calling it a night. 

Alison Griswold contributed to a previous version of this article. 

SEE ALSO: 12 highly influential people share the morning routines that set them up for success

Tim Armstrong tries to always read a book to his two young daughters.

The AOL CEO once told the Guardian that he generally gets home around 8 p.m., and then sits down to read a book to his daughters. "They usually win and get two or three books," he admitted. He tries to go to bed by 11 p.m. to get six hours of sleep.



Bill Gates has said he reads for an hour every night, even when he gets home late.

Back in the 90s, Microsoft's cofounder told the Seattle Times that he considers reading at night to be "part of falling asleep."

He loves good books (here's his 2015 summer reading list) and his reading topics range from public health to the history of shipping containers. Gates considers himself a very fast reader, despite never taking a speed-reading course.



John Carney mulls great thinkers as he falls asleep.

"I'm somewhat obsessed with ancient philosophy, mostly Plato, Socrates, and Xenophon," the Wall Street Journal writer told The Wire in 2013. He said he does most of this type of reading before going to bed. "Unless it's Sunday night," he added, "in which case I'm watching 'The Walking Dead' or 'Homeland.'"



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