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Caitlin O'Connell

1936 Olympics In Berlin

14 Olympic Moments that Changed History

The Olympics have a rich history of inspiring achievements as well as controversial moments, but we found these milestones to have left perhaps the deepest impressions on the world and the Games today.

12 Powerful Mother Teresa Quotes That Will Stay with You

Find daily motivation in this curated collection of quotes from Mother Teresa that celebrates her...

8 Presidents Caught in Rare Candid Pictures

In these excerpted quotes from his book, Presidential Picture Stories, veteran photojournalist Dennis Brack chronicles...

Why It Costs What It Costs: Vacuum Cleaners

Learn what to look for when buying a new vacuum.

The Best Art Books to Give as Gifts

Socks and underwear may come and go, but these beautiful art books will be enjoyed...

These Inspiring Photos Helped a Child with Muscular Dystrophy

An amateur photographer helps a boy with muscular dystrophy achieve his dreams.

10 Funny Tweets That Would Have Changed History

Imagine if history's greats had access to the soap box that is Twitter; their famous...

13 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About Being Pope

He's the Holy Father, but he's also a man, and running the Church is a...

5 Great Reads To Take You Inside the Inauguration

While second presidential inaugurations tend to lack the fireworks of the first—it will be hard...

One Monopoly Piece Will Be Sent to Jail, Permanently

Hasbro is sending one of their iconic Monopoly tokens to jail for good.

Dog News: Greyhounds Need Homes

With greyhound racing on the decline nationwide, more and more greyhounds (and hound-mix breeds) are...

Monsters University, Now Accepting Applications

Though my interest in the latest Pixar flicks has diminished slightly since I first saw...

Infographic: Learn More About Wine

There's more to finding the right wine than choosing a white or a red. But...

Gift (Wrap) Green This Holiday

"Green" is for more than just Christmas.

New Year Plan: Budget Better with Mvelopes

Between the gifts, party outfits, and festive nights out, the holidays can pass in a...

Trouble Sleeping? Turn Off Your Gadgets!

If you’re a social media junkie like me, that hour before bed signals quality time...

What Would a 51-State Flag Look Like?

With Puerto Rican statehood in the news once again, Smithsonian magazine's excellent Design Decoded blog...

Why Are Elections Held on Tuesdays?

With millions without power in areas affected by the devastating Hurricane Sandy, the Wall Street Journal asks...

Sea Otters: Adorable Partners in the Fight Against Global Warming

These cuddly creatures might save the climate.

The Six Apps You Need This Election Season

With more Americans turning to mobile devices for political news, navigating the plethora of politics...

Hometown Heroes: Control Over Chaos for Foster Kids

When young Noah Jones got a glimpse into the world of foster care, he created...