Author
Coverage of Author in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: I’m using not-FDA-approved software to manage my diabetes. I’ve never felt better
A person with type 1 diabetes has improved their glucose control using non-FDA-approved open-source software instead of FDA-regulated systems. The software, developed by dissatisfied users, fine-tunes insulin delivery and has allowed the individual to meet health guidelines they previously struggled to achieve.
- I swapped places with my sister to care for our aging parents during her well-earned vacation. I made a rookie mistake.
The author traveled from the US to the UK to care for her aging parents while her sister, their primary caregiver, took a two-week vacation. She struggled with caregiving tasks and made a mistake that led to frustration, highlighting the challenges of long-term care.
- My unique fat-burning trick saw me shed five stone in six months WITHOUT drugs - and I still have takeaways, pizza and chocolate
The article describes a fat-burning method that enabled the author to lose five stone (70 pounds) in six months without using drugs. The approach allows continued consumption of takeaways, pizza, and chocolate.
- Smoking is having a cultural comeback. My dad's death will never make cigarettes cool.
The author opposes the resurgence of smoking as a cultural trend, citing her father's death from lung cancer. She links the glamorization of smoking in media and its recent popularity among Gen Z to negative associations with death and personal trauma.
- I went from a size 18 to a 12 in just ten weeks without weight-loss jabs... using this diet you've never heard of. Here is exactly how I dropped 15 pounds in a fortnight - you can do it too!
The author claims to have lost 15 pounds in two weeks and reduced their clothing size from 18 to 12 in ten weeks using an unconventional diet that does not involve weight-loss jabs. They assert the method is replicable for others.
- I canceled Amazon Prime to curb my impulse shopping. It worked better than I expected.
The author canceled her Amazon Prime membership to reduce impulse purchases and save money. She found that running errands and buying directly from smaller companies led to more mindful shopping and a greater sense of control over her purchasing decisions.
- I used to love Claude, but the latest models are slowly ruining it
The article discusses the author's declining satisfaction with Claude, an AI model, due to changes in its latest versions. The author previously loved Claude but feels the recent updates are negatively impacting the user experience.
- I've been building this alone for months. Roast it before I lose any more time
The author has been working alone for months and is seeking feedback to avoid wasting more time. The article is hosted on peakd.io and has 10 points and 5 comments on Hacker News.
- I microneedled the eczema on my hands. Here’s why it works and what I use to support recovery
The article discusses the author's personal experience using microneedling to treat eczema on their hands and highlights the recovery methods they use to support the process.
- I quit my job to travel with my dad. He died 10 days later.
The author quit their job to travel with their father, who was later diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died 10 days after their trip began. A year later, the author is returning to work after grieving and managing their father's estate.
- I work at Google, but my 8-year-old is mostly offline. I want her to learn to be intentional about AI use.
A Google employee intentionally limited her 8-year-old daughter's technology use but now faces challenges as her child mirrors her AI habits. She aims to teach her daughter intentional AI use while balancing offline learning and digital literacy.
- Even after three decades as a hospital consultant I missed my own prostate cancer for two years. Now my health and sexual function are ruined. These are the signs you must not ignore
A hospital consultant with three decades of experience missed his own prostate cancer for two years, resulting in ruined health and sexual function. He warns readers to not ignore specific signs of the disease.
- Stuck in an unhappy marriage, outcast by my social circle and suffering with the menopause, this is how I turned it all around to build a £40m beauty brand... from an idea my ex disparaged. Here's exactly how I proved him wrong and became a millionaire
A woman, after facing an unhappy marriage, social isolation, and menopause challenges, founded a £40 million beauty brand based on an idea her ex-partner initially dismissed. She transformed her personal struggles into a successful business, proving her ex wrong and becoming a millionaire.
- I was tired, anxious and always bloated. Doctors gave me countless prescriptions… but then I tried a 50-cent natural gut supplement that completely de-puffed my stomach
A person experienced chronic fatigue, anxiety, and bloating, and was prescribed multiple medications by doctors. They found relief from bloating by using a 50-cent natural gut supplement.
- I thought trying for another baby would feel hopeful. It felt terrifying.
The author experienced intense fear and anxiety while trying to conceive again after a traumatic first birth and a miscarriage. Her previous pregnancy involved complications like gestational diabetes, a C-section, and postpartum preeclampsia, followed by a missed miscarriage with her second child. Despite medical clearance, subsequent attempts to conceive were marked by fear and emotional strain.
- I lost a stone in 28 days WITHOUT weight-loss jabs: At size 32, I couldn't bear being fat anymore. This old-fashioned diet got me holiday-ready in weeks... YOU can do it too with these 6 steps
The author lost a stone in 28 days using an old-fashioned diet without weight-loss jabs. They claim others can achieve similar results with six steps outlined.
- I started treating my dad with dementia like a customer. It doesn't always work, but it has helped a lot.
The author used customer service principles, inspired by a 2011 National Institutes of Health study, to improve interactions with their father, who has Alzheimer's-related dementia. Smiling and positive nonverbal communication reduced tension and made caregiving easier, though challenges persisted during episodes of agitation.
- My yard is dying, so I made an app for that
The author created an app to address their dying yard using Gemini, but encountered a bug message that required a button click to resolve. After fixing the issue, Gemini reported success with technical terms like 'blockages' and 'race conditions,' which the author found thrilling.
- Dementia care consumed our lives for months. We're still learning how to cope.
The author and her husband struggled with caregiving, financial strain, and relationship stress while caring for his sister with dementia. They managed paperwork, hired 24-hour nursing care, and eventually placed her in an assisted living facility with long-term care insurance. Professional support and legal documents like a Power of Attorney were critical in navigating the situation.
- Psychiatrist Robert Coles, Pulitzer Prize-winning author who championed needs of children, dies
Robert Coles, a Harvard University psychiatrist and author, has died. He was a Pulitzer Prize-winning author who championed the needs of children.
- Two troubling 'tells' reveal why lothario finance heir who killed his rich dad over allowance should NOT still be in jail, according to author who's expert on the case
A finance heir killed his father over an allowance dispute, and an author specializing in the case argues he should not remain in jail. The author highlights two troubling indicators suggesting the heir's continued incarceration may be unjust.
- Are you turned off by your husband's appearance? This is the secret syndrome to blame... and the simple solution that made mine look 15 years younger - and sexier than ever
The article discusses a secret syndrome that affects a husband's appearance, and a simple solution that made the author's husband look 15 years younger and sexier. The syndrome is not specified, but the solution had a positive impact on their relationship. The article aims to inform readers about this issue and potential solutions.
- Are you turned off by your husband's appearance? This is the secret syndrome to blame... and the simple solution that made mine look 15 years younger - and sexier than ever
The article discusses a secret syndrome that affects a husband's appearance, and a simple solution that made the author's husband look 15 years younger and sexier. The syndrome is not specified, but the solution has a positive effect on the husband's appearance. The article is written from a personal perspective.
- I got a shocking case of adult cystic acne so bad I was scared to leave the house. Here's what I did to get rid of it
The author developed a severe case of adult cystic acne, which caused them significant distress and fear of leaving their house. They implemented a treatment plan to address the issue. The outcome of this treatment is the focus of their story.
- I thought I knew pain until my darling daughter died in the most tragic way. The grief was so unbearable I wanted death too... until I found a miraculous way back that can also help others
The author describes the unbearable grief after their daughter's tragic death and their struggle with suicidal thoughts, followed by discovering a miraculous method to heal and help others.
- I ballooned to size XXXL after having kids and hid at home because I was ashamed... then I lost 154lbs after ditching my unhealthy food habits. This is how I did it
The author gained significant weight after having children, leading to social withdrawal, but successfully lost 154 pounds by abandoning unhealthy eating habits. The transformation involved overcoming shame and adopting healthier lifestyle changes.
- Our newsroom AI policy
Ars Technica has published a policy detailing its use of generative AI in journalism, emphasizing that AI tools are used to support human professionals rather than replace them. The policy clarifies that AI does not author content, create illustrations, or produce videos, with all editorial decisions made by humans.
- I thought I'd quit my addiction to 'tweakments' and Botox forever. Then, feeling particularly confident at a Dubai lunch, I asked a stranger to guess my age...
A person who attempted to quit cosmetic treatments like 'tweakments' and Botox shares a story of feeling confident at a Dubai lunch, where they asked a stranger to guess their age.
- I loved to wind down with a couple of glasses of wine every night - until I was told I had liver disease at just 47. I gave up alcohol for a year and lost three stone - but this is how I REVERSED my condition
A 47-year-old individual developed liver disease after nightly alcohol consumption, quit alcohol for a year, lost three stone, and reversed their condition through lifestyle changes.
- The Viagra diet: Forget those little blue diamonds, I'm 62 and have the sex drive of a 20-year-old - here's how I did it without pills
A 62-year-old claims to have regained youthful sex drive without using Viagra by adopting a lifestyle change called the 'Viagra diet.' The article emphasizes natural methods over pharmaceutical solutions for sexual health.
- How I lost a stone AFTER stopping fat jabs: I thought it was impossible for someone like me to ever be a size 8. But this is the exact diet, portion size and exercise which trimmed, toned and transformed my figure
The article details a personal transformation from a larger size to size 8 through a specific diet, portion control, and exercise regimen. The author emphasizes the effectiveness of the outlined lifestyle changes in achieving significant weight loss and body toning.
- How I lost a stone AFTER stopping fat jabs: I thought it was impossible for someone like me to ever be a size 8. But this is the exact diet, portion size and exercise which trimmed, toned and transformed my figure
The article details a personal transformation from a larger size to size 8 through a specific diet, portion control, and exercise regimen. The author shares their successful journey of losing a stone (14 pounds) despite initial beliefs it was impossible.
- It promises 'salon-smooth' hair without the damage - but is this at-home keratin treatment too good to be true? I put it to the test
The article questions the effectiveness of an at-home keratin treatment claiming to deliver salon-smooth hair without damage, as the author tests its validity. It explores whether the product's promises are realistic or misleading.
- For 22 years, I made the same request to my GP: to be sterilised. When they finally agreed, people were horrified and one friend refused to speak to me. But here's why I don't regret it - and why every woman should consider it
A woman requested sterilization from her GP for 22 years before it was agreed, sparking negative reactions from some people. Despite societal horror, she remains无悔 and advocates for other women to consider sterilization.
- The middle years of my life and career: balancing two experiments at once
The author reflects on career and family balance after losing eligibility for an early-career grant, published in Nature on April 10, 2026. The piece explores personal and professional challenges during mid-career transitions.