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Sure, they roll around at the same time every year, but somehow it’s still easy to be caught off-guard. Never again! Whether you’re planning ahead or at the very last minute, these handy holiday guides will help you make the most of your celebrations all year long.

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There’s a Reason Why Howling Wind Is So Spooky

There’s a reason why the sound is always used in horror movies and on Halloween soundtracks.


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13 Haunted House Mysteries No One Can Explain

These creepy houses already look like perfect locations for a haunt, but they also hide dark and horrible secrets.


11 Creepiest Things Ever Caught on Security Camera

Paranormal activity and home intruders are just the beginning.


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10 Things to Stop Believing About the Salem Witch Trials

Do you know what really happened in Salem? Test your knowledge about one of the darkest times in colonial America.


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The Amazing Perk of Buying Gift Cards from Costco

Get ready to save up to 25 percent.


26 Things Your Mother-in-Law Is Secretly Thinking

Build a better relationship with his mother by remembering these things she'd like to say but won't (you hope!).


How to Become a Real-Life Ghost Hunter, According to Paranormal Investigators

Sorry Ghostbuster movie buffs, it's absolutely nothing like the films!


The Spookiest Things Ghost Hunters Have Seen on the Job

These spine-chilling stories from real-life ghost hunters will have you hiding under your covers.


This Is The Real Meaning Behind Common Omens and Urban Legends

Before modern science, these premonitions didn't leave much room for second-guessing; however, some still hold for the very superstitious today.


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29 Funny Mom Quotes That Will Have You Cry-Laughing

Silence isn't golden... it's suspicious, say all moms everywhere. These funny mom quotes will have you smiling even through the...


15 Easter Desserts You’ll Want to Make Again and Again

These springtime treats are just what you'll be craving after brunch.


11 Days Historically Unluckier Than Friday the 13th

You might have been extra cautious on Friday the 13th, but really you should be on high alert on these...


20 Incredible True Stories That Will Change How You Think About Luck

Think luck is just for the Irish? Enjoy these short, true stories that celebrate luck, coincidence, and the joy of...


26 Secrets Your Florist Won’t Tell You

Get the inside scoop from florists on how to buy and care for your fresh flowers.


If You Own a Vitamix Blender, You May Be Entitled to a Gift Card

If you're the proud owner of a Vitamix blender, you'll want to hear this news.


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Can You Guess How Many Living People Share Your Birthday?

When people add "And many more..." to the end of "Happy Birthday," they aren't kidding.

17 Cool Homemade Wedding Gifts Anyone Can Make

The next time you're invited to a wedding or bridal shower, give one of these perfectly personalized presents that...


This Mom’s Poem Is a Brilliant Way to Teach Kids the Truth About Santa

Could it be possible that Santa is real and works through the hands of parents?


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These Are the 10 Luckiest Wedding Traditions from Around the World

You may want to incorporate these traditions into your own big day to increase your chances of a lifetime of...


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52 Hottest Holiday Gifts for First-Time Homeowners

Whether you're looking for the perfect holiday gift for a new homeowner or you've moved into new digs yourself, consider...


5 Shopping Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

Before you buy one more present, try these tips.


This Is the Real Reason You Believe in Superstitions—Says Science

Most Americans know superstitions are nonsense. But why do more than 50 percent of people still believe in them?

9 Great Words You Never Knew Were Gaelic

More than 1.3 million Irish citizens still speak Gaelic—and whether you know it or not, you do too! Here are...


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This Is the Real Reason You Hate Scary Movies

Yes, it's perfectly normal to NOT enjoy being scared.


Finally! Here’s What the Saying ‘Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus’ Means

One news editor reminds us to never stop believing in miracles.


These Are the Luckiest Days of the Year to Do Everything, According to Numerology

Numerology predicts many life events, believers say. When will good fortune come your way?


You’ll Never Guess the REAL Color of the Statue of Liberty (Hint: It’s Not Green!)

Here's the story of how the Statue of Liberty became that iconic green color—and how it was almost reversed.


The Famous Times Square Ferris Wheel Closed in 2015—and You HAVE to See the Makeover It Got

The once 60-foot-tall ferris wheel was a Times Square staple for years, but it now serves a very different purpose.