[2022] so many popups and interruptions

In-game, if you go to Settings and then Gameplay, there is an option to turn off event auto popups. This will cause events to make an exclamation notification along the top of your screen, then you can pause and read them at your leisure. (Don't wait too long, as many events will time out and pick the default option after 30 days).

There are also options under the gameplay settings for event auto pause (turn it on for all events), and auto unpause (turn it off, and manually unpause when you're ready), that will make your gameplay experience a little easier, and less overwhelming.

Hope this helps!