Reading While Eating for January 23: The Next Chapter

From divorces to deaths to even classic books, Monday's links are all about turning the page.

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A model is prepared for the Patrick Mohr show at the Berlin Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2012 in Berlin, Germany on January 20, 2012

Good News of the Day: A 375-year-old bank in Paris is forgiving the debts of its poorest customers. (GOOD)

Straight and Narrow: The concept of a “heterosexual” orientation was invented relatively recently, according to a new book. (Salon)

Penn State of Mind: Joe Paterno’s legacy teaches us how building up an idol almost always leads to his downfall. (TIME Ideas)

Word Nerds: From cognac toasts to lookalike competitions, these traditions are only for die-hard literary fans. (Flavorwire)

Happy New Year: As China celebrates its new year, take a look at New Year’s traditions around the world. (LIFE)

No More Kisses from a Rose: It’s official. Heidi Klum has announced she’s divorcing Seal. If their love couldn’t last, what hope do we mortals have? (The Daily What)

Super Supercut: Watch every single “D’oh!” uttered by Homer Simpson. You’re welcome. (BuzzFeed)

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