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    14 Rude Habits Dog Owners Need to Stop ASAP

    No. 1 is not picking up your doggo's poop! Here's everything you need to know about the basics of dog...


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    15 of the Cutest Baby Animals Born During the Pandemic

    This is the type of news the world needs right now.


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    12 Things You Won’t Be Seeing in Grocery Stores Anymore

    Coronavirus has changed not only the way we shop, but what we'll be able to shop for, as well.


    25 Brain Teasers for Kids That Will Beat Boredom

    If the weather outside is bad, or your kids are already bored with all the toys they have, try out...


    Systemic vs. Systematic: What’s the Difference?

    Here's the difference between these two words that are often used interchangeably even though they have different meanings.


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    Here’s Why Elevators Have Those Small Holes

    Ever wondered about the little hole in the elevator door? Us, too.


    What Are Microaggressions? 9 Subtle Insults You Need to Stop Saying

    Microaggressions can be complicated to spot and even more difficult to address because of their deep roots and even deeper...


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    8 Warning Signs a Reopened Hair Salon Isn’t Safe to Visit

    Heading back for your first trim since the pandemic began? Here's how to tell if your salon makes the cut...

    12 Snapple Cap “Facts” That Are Actually False

    Some Snapple facts are pretty mind-blowing, so mind-blowing, in fact, that they don’t seem true.


    12 Grammatical Errors Even Smart People Make

    You may think you’re a stickler for all things grammar-related, but don’t be surprised if you realize you’re guilty of...


    How to Improve Your Vocabulary and Sound Instantly Smarter

    The average American has a vocabulary in the thousands. Try these tricks to make sure yours stacks up.


    7 Inventors Who Regretted Their Inventions

    What do Labradoodles, Mother’s Day, and emoticons have in common? Their creators rue the day they thought them up.


    This Is Why Washington, D.C. Isn’t a State

    It's closer to statehood than ever—but why wasn't it a state in the first place?


    This Is the Most Termite-Infested City in America

    This city has an especially hard time keeping these insects out.


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    10 Lesser-Known Traditions of the British Monarchy

    When it comes to royal occasions, weddings and births usually garner the most attention. But there are plenty of other...


    15 Most Expensive Mistakes Ever Made

    Everybody makes mistakes, but some are more high stakes than others. The next time you goof up, remember it can...


    Can You Pass This High School English Quiz?

    We've been saving up these words, from the Princeton Review's Word Smart: Genius Edition test-prep guide, for our most confident...

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    What Does .com Stand for?

    This sequence of four characters probably appears at the top of your computer screen several times a day. But do...


    Black or African American: Which Term You Should Be Using

    The answer may be less important than the question itself.


    Please Stop Asking People of Color Where They’re From

    This seemingly innocent question has racist overtones.


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    This Could Be Why You Don’t See PlayPlaces in McDonald’s Anymore

    The McDonald's venture into restaurant-adjacent playgrounds experienced a heyday from the 1970s to the '90s. Their history is rich, there...


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    17 Face Masks with a Sense of Humor

    These face masks will have you cracking up (even during a pandemic!).


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    Why Do We “Say Cheese” When Taking Pictures?

    “Say papaya!” just doesn’t have the same ring to it.

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    16 Things Your Kids Will Learn In School That You Didn’t

    Some subjects—like geometry and biology—will always make it onto a school's curriculum in almost the exact same way. But others—like...


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    A Body Language Expert Analyzes 13 Iconic Photos of Prince Charles and Princess Diana

    Find out what signals the doomed royal couple were secretly sending for years.


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    The Best U.S. Hotels and Resorts for Social Distancing

    The ideal way to vacation and social distance at the same time this summer? Book a hotel that offers private...


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    12 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Reopened Retail Stores

    We know you want to get back to your beloved retail stores, but make sure you take the proper precautions...


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    Here’s What to Expect at Reopened Dentist Offices

    Have a dentist appointment coming up? You’ll likely encounter these post-pandemic changes during your visit.


    The Nicest Place in New Mexico: Bueno Para Todos Farm in Villanueva

    When COVID-19 stranded foreign students in America, a local farm made sure they felt like they were home.