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    So You Got a Bad Haircut—Here’s What to Say and How to Fix It

    Don’t leave the salon in tears. These expert tips will help you handle a bad haircut and deal with...


    If You See Red Paint on the Ground, This Is What It Means

    It's an important spot for the entire neighborhood and anyone passing by!


    There’s a Pasta Crisis In Italy—Will Prices Be Affected in the U.S.?

    In Italy, the pasta crisis is so bad that the government called a special meeting to address skyrocketing prices, up...


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    I’m a Hurricane Chaser, and These Are the 7 Most Dangerous Mistakes People Make in a Storm

    Don't throw caution to the wind! Josh Morgerman, host of Mission: Hurricane, explains common mistakes that could put you in...


    This Is the World’s Stinkiest Fruit—and Why It Smells So Bad

    It may smell like sweaty socks, but it's also considered a delicacy


    14 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Aging That Are Actually Rude

    From "you look great for your age" to "the elderly are so cute," our well-intended words can sometimes miss the...


    13 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Mental Health That Are Actually Rude

    There’s no denying this topic is tricky. Here’s how to discuss it in a way that’s truly helpful and loving...


    What Does AANHPI Mean? A Proud Asian American Explains

    I love my uniquely Chinese Korean American cultural identity, but I'm also happy to embrace being an AANHPI. Here's why.

    Food Prices Continue to Climb at Grocery Stores—Here’s Why

    Wet, cold, extreme weather has battered the United States so far this year, and consumers will feel its effects at...


    How to Find the Perfect Thing to Say in Every Situation

    Not sure what to say? From funny birthday wishes to thoughtful condolence messages, we have some advice—and actual scripts!—that...



    107 Farewell Messages to Wish Co-Workers Well

    It’s not easy to say goodbye! These farewell messages will help you find the right words for co-workers embarking...


    This Is Why Tires Have Those Little Rubber Hairs on Them

    They look funny, yet every new car tire has them. Why do tires have hairs?


    5 Best Eucalyptus Sheets for Temperature Regulation and Silky-Smooth Sleeping

    For hot sleepers and the environmentally conscious, eucalyptus sheets are a total game changer.


    140 Clever Trivia Team Names for the Win

    Coming up with winning trivia team names feels nearly as good as besting the competition


    This Is One of the Rarest Facial Features in the World

    People with heterochromia have a striking and unique appearance. Are you among them?


    There’s Now a Wordle Board Game to Break Out at Your Next Family Night

    Turn off the touchscreen with the physical Wordle board game. Happy guessing!

    100 Horror Movie Trivia Questions to Test Your Scary Flick IQ

    Scary movie buffs, this one's for you. See how many horror movie trivia questions you can answer correctly about slashers,...


    The History Behind 13 Popular Easter Traditions

    From coloring eggs to gifting baskets full of candy, here's the history behind your favorite Easter traditions


    101 Thoughtful New Home Wishes for the Warmest Welcome

    Congratulations are in order! These new home wishes will help you convey just the right sentiment—and help you score an...


    If You See a Boot on a Fence, This Is What It Means

    Turns out, ranchers hang their boots up because it carries a special symbolism


    These Are the Most Uniquely Popular Texting Acronyms in Every State

    From LOL to OMG, these are the texting acronyms Americans can't get enough of.


    These Are the Rarest Birthdays in the United States

    How popular is your day of birth? Celebrate the rarest birthdays—and the most common!

    110 “Good Luck” Wishes Everyone in Your Life Will Appreciate

    Everyone needs "good luck" wishes once in a while


    100 Best Toasts That Express the Perfect Sentiment for Every Occasion

    Heartfelt or funny, sweet or inspirational: Celebrate all life's big and little moments with these short toasts


    If You See a Product of USA Label, This Is What It Means

    A proposed change from the Biden administration will finally clear up any confusion.


    If You See Red Ocean Water, This Is What It Means

    Discover what red tide is and what it means for humans and marine life.


    One Year Later: How Will the Ukraine War End?

    One year into the Russia-Ukraine war, are we any closer to peace? Experts break down the possible outcomes of this...


    How to Give the Perfect Wedding Toast That’s Memorable for All the Right Reasons

    The best wedding toasts are the perfect marriage of thought, planning, practice and humor. These ideas and examples will help...