All’s fair in love and war, but once the dating game’s over why do you suddenly feel attracted to your partner’s sister?

What makes a neat-freak fall for a chaotic mess? What makes a flaming disaster get it on with a ‘straighty 180’? Why does my girlfriend’s best friend apply lip balm whenever we are left alone together?

Some mysteries are best left unsolved.

Unless you are part of Reddit’s AskMen Community, in which case you consult the million-user-strong dating advice forum for advice on the questions you’re too embarrassed to ask your friends.

Last week the question, “What is something you MOST DEFINITELY shouldn’t be attracted to, but you are anyway?” was posed on the platform, revealing truths as hilarious as they are anthropological.

Here’s a smattering of the sexiest red flags known to man.

Emotional Unavailability

The sexiest ‘red flag’ men are attracted to, surprisingly enough—coming up top with 2.4k upvotes—was something woman find an (unfortunate) turn on too: emotional unavailability.

But, as one commenter points out, this may have a silver lining: “There are so many emotionally available women out there and women say the same about men.”

However.

“People ready for love always go for the ones who don’t want it and vice versa. Round-robin of hurting each other.”

The conclusion: we all want what we can’t have. But hey—it’s good to know…

Tattoos

“Back of the neck tats are a sexy red flag,” one guy admits, before another added, “Piercings and unnatural hair colours” to the list.

“The goth chicks I dated in college ruined me.”

Being Off Limits

This was a common theme, with six different men admitting they were attracted to a woman they knew they should not be.

• “My cousin’s girlfriend is a f*cking smokeshow. So hard not to check her out during family get-togethers.”
• “My girlfriend’s two other triplet sisters.”
• “Married women who flirt with me. Unless I know her situation or arrangement, I try not to flirt back.”
• My ex.
• My boss.
• My boss’s wife.

Having A Penchant For Sado-Masochism

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but whips and chains excite me.”

Having Messy Make-up

“Messed up eyeliner” had the Reddit equivalent of heart-eye emojis flowing.

Loving Conflict

“Fights.”

“I’m a girl and I have to like physically fan myself when I watch a guy beat another guy up. I think i have some sort of weird attraction to violence.”

Being Tall

One guy confessed he can’t get enough of, “Girls who are taller than me.” While he recognises this is, “Not really a moral ‘shouldn’t'”, neither are many of the other traits listed here either.

Liking Exhibitionism

“Sex in a public setting.”

Not Having Their Sh*t Together

One guy describes his secret desire as such: “I’ve generally been with sensible, put-together women. So I’m kind of turned on by, just, absolute flaming disasters who ruin every life they come in contact with.”

“I’d never pursue, but if my penis had legs that’s where he’d go.”

Cruelty

“Honestly, not sure where I should start,” one guy… starts. “There are so many conflicting qualities I am attracted to, and some are just obviously bad. Cruelty, and arrogance for one.”

“Mean people probably don’t make the best partners, but I find myself incredibly attracted to certain women that give off a sort of fem-fetale vibe.”

He then describes how in a college group drinking game: “We had to name the meanest thing we’ve ever done. This one girl told us how she volunteered for the position of denying people acceptance into her sorority, and how much she loved telling other girls that they weren’t going to be allowed in because they weren’t smart or attractive enough.”

“Everyone but me was horrified, I was hot n’ bothered. Haven’t acted on it much, and the people I’ve been with longer term don’t have this quality, but it has lead me astray in the past.”

“Party Party” Vibes

“I also probably shouldn’t be attracted to substance use,” the same man continues, “But I have always had the most fun with party girls. It’s been hard for me to find (someone) that I consider fun that doesn’t use things in ways that I consider problematic.”

Poor Hygiene

Interestingly for washing-averse women, quite a few dudes harbour a secret attraction to, “Sweaty socks and underwear.”

Having Opposite Interests

One straight-edge guy revealed he had the hots for, “Crazy grad students who hold that weird mix of dedication and madness,” to which a “woman with all the aforementioned things,” (tattoos, piercings, etc.) said: “I can tell you I married a very professional nice man.”

“We may not look like we belong together, but we’re very happy.”

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Your cries of outrage are heard: “But it’s not even a real ‘M’ car…” And in the X3 M40i’s defence, it doesn’t need to be. This is a nice segue way model that has enough poke and composure to ensure that it’s the perfect balance between sophisticated SUV and a signature BMW with a naughty secret – fun…should you press the right buttons. For a week we were able to sample the quirks and delights of this modern SUV and we were thoroughly impressed, even though a few appointments confused us.With the X3 M set to arrive later in the year, we wanted to find out if the X3 M40i’s exceptional level of interior polish, safety and technology was worthy of an M Sport badge.

Quick Facts

Cost: AU$99,529Transmission: Eight-speed ZF automatic0-100kmh: 4.8 secondsEngine: 3.0-litre straight-six turbo producing 265kW and 500NmFuel consumption: 8.9L/100km (more if you have a heavy foot)

1. Is it actually fun? The short answer is ‘yes’…but only if you want it to be.

There’s three modes to choose: Comfort, Eco and Sport. Plonk it into Sport mode, play with launch control and the boosted engine will sling you to 100km/h in just 4.8 seconds complete with fake engine noises “enhanced” through the speakers. I forgave BMW for this because the M Sport exhaust was a hoot, popping and crackling wherever the speed limits permitted.

2. It can also be a fuel efficient beast should that be what you want.

It’s astounding that a car which weighs 1.8 tonne can be rated at 8.0L/100km – 11.7L/100km. We weren’t on the throttle for a majority of our drive (it is Sydney after all) and we managed an 8.5L/100km. My VW Golf at home does more than that. Be warned though, as constant aggressive launches and cruising in Sport mode will see this figure in double digits.

3. The wheel and brake package are sexy as hell.

You can blame the 21-inch M light alloy wheels paired to uprated M Sport brakes for this. Just look at those titanium and pressed graphite hues…

3. It’s not just looks, it also handles.

Find a quiet little backroad, plant it and you’ll be rewarded with composed steering feel and snappy response (for an SUV) thanks to an M Sport diff which does its best to put down the power with confidence.

4. The interior is where you experience full BMW range.

Step inside this plush cabin and you’ll be greeted with a beautiful chunky steering wheel wrapped in soft grippy leather – a nice appointment in SUV territory.

5. The seats are just as accommodating and they even have side bolsters.

Decently bolstered seats in an SUV can mean one of two things: ‘pretender’ or ‘fun included’. You already know which one we chose but the bonus is once again BMW’s choice of leather grade and overall support. It’s a luxurious place to park yourself into and feels more premium lounge than car interior.

6. The same can also be said for the plush rear seats.

Our passenger said they could sleep back there nightly.

7. The dash leather on the X3 M40i is surprisingly nice.

After our experience with one of the new 3 Series which had a rougher leather dash, the uprated leather lining on the dash console was a nice touch. It also flows well with the car’s other elements.

8. Old school woodgrain, anyone?

Woodgrain isn’t a common choice in modern cars these days but BMW made it work here. Just look at how well it fuses together with the dark grey leather, modern aluminium and polished black plastics. I felt like I was sitting inside a Bang & Olufsen speaker.

8. Speaking of speakers…

They’re not B&O but there’s 16 of them supplied by Harman Kardon and the sound is exquisite…but it’s not all perfect. Remember those synthetic engine noises? They come through these bad boys. Thumbs down.

9. The infotainment screen is massive and visually striking to look at.

At 10.25-inches, BMW’s iDrive 6.0 infotainment screen caught the attention of all our passengers and made for seamless navigation trips.

11. The screen also makes for perfect parking every time.

The most useful thing is BMW’s parking assistance. Hit reverse and a top view of your car shows up depicting all the obstacles around you thanks to the car’s plethora of sensors and cameras that capture the external environment in real time. The chances of you hitting something whilst parking is minimal at best – you’d have to try.

12. It caters to both older and future drivers.

What’s that you see? A 7-stacker CD player. We’re not sure if modern cars even come with CD players these days but the X3 did and we loved it (because we’re old and have a dusty CD collection). The volume control via circular finger waving in the air was a bit gimmicky but definitely fun – our passengers were messing around with it all night.

13. The full digital cluster is nicely done with lots of information thrown at you.

Whilst the dials are pretty to look at on a 12.3-inch TFT instrument display, the HUD was a bit harder. The projection didn’t seem as big or as vibrant as the one on the 3 Series we recently drove. This had us looking twice sometimes – HUD first then squinting back on the digital speedo. The lane assist function was also a bit too intrusive for our liking.

14. A moonroof is extra cool in this particular car.

Sure the moonroof is commonplace in modern luxury cars but it all felt a bit more special sitting this high in the X3.

15. Turn down the lights and things get sexy.

The ambient mood lighting in our X3 M40i was a lava red/orange and made for a very sexy place to be come dusk. Aesthetically pleasing without being distracting is the best way to describe it.

16. Even the external puddle lights are cool.

Proof that not all night time puddle lights are made equal.

17. Wireless charging for later generation smartphones is a winner…

But the 2 x USB ports was definitely not for a car of this size. 4 x USB ports would be more ideal especially if you have kids in the back.

18. Rear tailgate sensor to open and close the boot.

Wave your foot under the rear bumper and the boot opens. Great for hands-free luggage loading or storing your unruly passengers.

19. There’s plenty of space throughout the car.

The quality interior makes the X3 M40i but the space comes in at a close second. Ample legroom front and rear combined with a huge 550-litre boot space makes for great vehicle versatility. We also lost count of how many drink holders are in there.

20. Overall the X3 M40i is an SUV that’s easy to drive with good steering and response.

It’s no BMW sports car but it’s evidently less boaty than other premium SUVs out there.

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Jake may be a bit plain but he’s certainly no lostie in the modern men’s style space. Overnight Jake Gyllenhaal rocked up to the ‘Clash De Cartier’ launch in Paris looking rather….Parisian in an ascot a less formal version of a cravat that’s tied like a scarf.Gyllenhaal’s look was all about the black tuxedo jacket played down without a bow tie. The ascot is a rather simple menswear accessory to pull off and much of its success in a man’s outfit is derived from confidence. In this particular case Gyllenhaal played it safe by going monotone. It’s only when bold colours and patterns are involved that the look can get harder to pull off. See some of the men below to see what we mean.Nonetheless Gyllenhaal made it work in his favour especially for a more formal event like Cartier.He paired the look with what appears to be black polished Cuban heeled shoes (not that he needed it) and a Cartier Santos timepiece which paired perfectly with the whole ensemble.Here’s a closer look at the immaculate look which Gyllenhaal gave a seriously masculine edge. With the 38-year-old actor set to play a villainous role in the upcoming Spiderman movie, we look forward to seeing what else the man comes up with on the red carpet.

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A glistening six-pack. Triceps like boulders. Gluttonous glutes. Bulging biceps. A stress release. There are a lot of reasons we work out, but improving our memory has never been one of them.

However, a recent study from the University of Colorado at Boulder has found a five-minute routine—one that doesn’t involve touching a dumbbell or jogging a single step—can actually sharpen your brain.

And maybe your new-age yoga teacher really was onto something because it all has to do with ‘working out’ the muscles you use to breathe with.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dubbed the IMST (Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training) workout, this is one promising physical regime that could have serious mental benefits. Here’s how it works.

“IMST is basically strength-training for the muscles you breathe in with,” said Daniel Craighead, postdoctorate researcher (and leader of the study), while presenting his team’s preliminary IMST clinical trial results at the Experimental Biology conference in Orlando earlier this week.

“It’s something you can do quickly in your home or office, without having to change your clothes, and… it looks like it is very beneficial to lower blood pressure and possibly boost cognitive and physical performance.”

So if it doesn’t involve running or weight lifting, what does it involve? Well, according to Science Daily, an IMST workout involves, “Breathing in vigorously through a hand-held device—an inspiratory muscle trainer—which provides resistance.”

“Imagine sucking hard through a straw which sucks back.”

During early use, back in the ’80s, lung cancer patients would perform a 30-minute, low-resistance regimen to boost (or maintain) their lung capacity.

However in 2016, University of Arizona researchers found that just 30 inhalations per day (which only takes about 5 minutes) with greater resistance might be enough to make a difference.

This caught today’s Boulder research team’s eye. Especially considering only 5% of adults meet the recommended minimum of 30 minutes of aerobic exercise per day, developing an effective 5-minute alternative could be of great use to the sick and the time poor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“Our goal is to develop time-efficient, evidence-based interventions that those busy mid-life adults will actually perform,” said Seals, principal investigator of the ongoing 50-subject study.

Halfway through the test, IMST workout performers have experienced “significant” drops in blood pressure (and improvements in large-artery function) while those who used a sham breathing device that delivered a lower-resistance, experienced no change.

More significantly for those of us that might like to hack our brains (and remember where we left those damn keys), “The IMST group is also performing better on certain cognitive and memory tests,” (Science Daily).

That said, Seals and Craighead reminded the audience that—as their findings are preliminary—you should always ask your doctor before considering IMST.

But as there has been a high compliance rate (fewer than 10 per cent of study participants have dropped out) and no real side-effects, they’re optimistic about IMST’s future, potentially widespread applications.

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A wallet is one of the most essential accessories for a man to own, so it makes sense for you to arm yourself with one of the best, one that is of high quality and offers plenty of practicality.

Effectively, a man’s wallet is the male equivalent of a female handbag and it’s with this in mind that next time you’re out wallet shopping, you should spend some time deliberating exactly what it is you need from a money holder.

Not only do you need to factor in the size and materials of the wallet, but as with any menswear item, you need to think about your budget. Wallets can range from incredibly affordable, somewhere around the $30-$50 mark, and extend all the way up into the hundreds and, even thousands, dollar mark, which is usually reflective of the brand and the quality of the wallet.

If you’re looking for a wallet at the lower end of the budget spectrum, be sure to check out our round-up of the best cheap wallets.

The Best Wallet Size

Wallets can be incredibly slim or oversized. The most common styles of wallet are cardholder, bi-fold, and tri-fold. A cardholder style wallet is exactly what it suggests: a holder for cards. Where they differ is how many cards they can carry; some will have space for just two or three while other wallet cardholders may be able to hold up to 10. You can even find cardholder wallets with space for some notes, offering the best of both worlds.

Bi-fold and tri-fold wallets will, naturally, have space for cards too (some cardholders may come in a bi-fold design too) but will usually offer more space for notes and coins.

Realistically speaking, most of us are much more likely to pay for everything by card, or even with our phones these days, making the cardholder wallet the perfect size. However, if you regularly handle and use cash, or you like a place to keep receipts, you’re definitely going to have to choose a bi-fold or tri-fold wallet.

Why Wallet Construction Matters

Leather is the most common material used for men’s wallets because it ages well, is durable & is long-lasting. But as you should know with leather by now, it can come in a variety of finishes and colours. Most men’s wallets are crafted from full-grain leather with either a pebbled finish or an extremely smooth finish, but the variant you choose is entirely dependent on your personal preference.

Best Wallets FAQ

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We’ve spoken about old whisky in the past with price tags bigger than your life savings, but nothing like this. Archaeologists have just commenced excavation at one of Scotland’s earliest legal whisky distilleries which began production way back in 1823.According to the BBC, Blackmiddens was one of the country’s earliest small-scale whisky farms to be granted a license to produce thanks to the Excise Act of 1823. Whilst archaeologists on the ground were a bit more reserved about their work on the Cabrach site – the dig hopes to explore the “character and extent” of the distillery and its relationship with an adjacent ruined farm steading – Anna Brennand, chief executive of the Cabrach Trust was a bit more excited and said that the area was a place of “many secrets”.“For decades local farmers secretly distilled whisky and smuggled it away under the noses of excisemen. Then, when the law was changed to make small-scale whisky production profitable, Blackmiddens was one of the first farms to take advantage of this.”Brennand says that during its time of operation, Blackmiddens would have had a small 180 litre still, a significant difference to today’s whisky stills which can hold thousands of litres. History also indicates that whisky production on the farm ceased just after eight years from the year it commenced. After that the site fell to ruin and has been left in the hands of Mother Nature since.“The hidden history of Blackmiddens is fascinating,” says Forestry and Land Scotland’s national environment advisor Matt Ritchie. “Illicit whisky stills can be found throughout the Highlands but they were particularly common in the Cabrach. They are difficult to spot, but once you know what you are looking for, you can find them tucked away next to burns in the hills.”“When the Excise Act changed in 1823 and smaller distilleries became legal, the illicit distillers came down off the hills and set up in farmsteads like Blackmiddens.”Local resident Joan Harvey has ancestors who were part of this audacious group who smuggled illicit whisky to Aberdeen before the legal distillery was established. The 66-year-old says that “I was always told that my great, great uncle was the head of the gang at the time. Stories about their adventures were passed down my family.”“Apparently my great, great grandfather had a white stallion and when the excisemen were billeted locally he would ride his white horse, alerting everyone that the excisemen were there so that the whisky smugglers could go to ground. I was also told that, one time, the excisemen were trying to catch the smugglers and had set up barricades all around Aberdeen.”“My great, great uncle hired a horse-drawn hearse and loaded the coffin with whisky. When he reached the excisemen, they all took off their hats as a mark of respect for the dead, and the whisky went through.”The historical facts are rather intriguing but the one thing on everyone’s lips? Will there be 200-year-old buried or hidden whisky uncovered? Only time will tell but we’ll be sure to keep you posted.

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Toblerone. Zermatt. Lucerne. Geneva. Lindt. When visiting the land of cheese and chocolate, it’s hard to know where to start.

However, Switzerland’s Glacier Train just made that decision a little easier (for luxury lovers), introducing a ‘beyond first class’ carriage, so that the ‘ballers’ of the world can spoil their lovers in even swisher style.

For those that aren’t accustomed to wearing a Tag Heuer by day and an Omega by night, The Glacier Express is a coveted route running between St Moritz and Zermatt in Switzerland and is on more bucket lists than Thailand’s Mai Khao beach.

One squiz at the surrounds shows why: it cuts through some of the best scenery in the Alps, starting (and ending) in a scenic station, with a leisurely eight-hour journey traversing Matterhorn, Oberalp Pass, and the Landwasser Viaduct in between.

 

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As reported by Departures, “While the views are beautiful from the existing second and first class seats, the operator is adding a whole new class for some added luxury: Excellence Class.”

“In the new ticket level, travellers will be treated to a seven-course meal served alongside champagne, panoramic views, concierge service, and personal tablet use.”

Also, “The Excellence seats are capped at 20 passengers per ride (and) prices for a one-way ticket are currently just under $700,” (Departures).

Pricey? Sure. But—as Departures points out—when you consider that this gets you a world-class dinner and drinks, unbeatable views, and personal space on an eight-hour journey via what’s technically considered public transportation, it might just be worth the cost…

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Call him the renaissance man, call him a late bloomer or just call him Seth Rogen 2.0. Whichever it is there’s no denying that Seth Rogen has reinvented himself as one of today’s most unassuming male style forces – and he proved it wasn’t a fluke at CinemaCon in Las Vegas this week alongside his latest co-star, Charlize Theron.The 36-year-old actor showed up to the red carpet in a very clean black suit perfectly fitted to Rogen’s slimmed down frame. The details were in the shirt and tie though with an eccentrically patterned black dress shirt featuring fluorescent geometrics paired to an equally loud floral tie with a hint of paisley – weird but just the right amount of quirky for one of Hollywood’s most popular comedic actors today. The polished black leather boots are also worth mentioning here as is Rogen’s relaxed coiffed hair and cool reading glasses.Whoever Rogen’s new stylist is, they’re certainly doing a fine job of allowing the man to grow into a more mature and sophisticated look…compared to the perennial stoner one, anyway.Here was Rogen just a few weeks ago at SXSW alongside Theron. The pared down blue suit worn with a tee and sneakers was on point and marked the arrival of a Seth Rogen we’re now proud to follow. Here’s hoping he can also rope in his good buddy James Franco for a cool transformation as well.

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