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Does Taking Facebook Quizzes Put Your Information at Risk?

Taking Facebook quizzes is fun, but could it also be potentially dangerous?

Think Twice Before Adding a Smiley Face Emoji to Your Next E-Mail

Your smiley face emoji might be making others in the office frown.

The Smarter You Are, the More You Judge People—Here’s Why

This may be one of the only downsides to being smart.

This Mom Found a Genius Way to Keep Her Kids from Constantly Interrupting Her

No candy, toys, or screen time bribes required.

Science Just Proved That “Period Brain” Doesn’t Actually Exist—Here’s How

Is there really such a thing as "period brain?" Researchers debunk some pretty common myths.

Don’t Feel Guilty About Your Chocolate Addiction—Your Heart Might Just Be Better for It

You heart chocolate, and it hearts you back: Turns out the dark stuff can keep...

The Real Reason Men Hate to Ask for Directions, According to Science

Men tend to follow their gut instinct. And some are biologically wired not to second...

Science Has Just Discovered the Secret to Learning a New Language

When it comes down to it, practice really does make perfect.

How to Find the Best Blush for Your Skin Tone

From a rosy red for an evening out to a pink worthy of a bridal...

Think Married People Look Alike? Science Explains Why

There's a legitimate reason spouses sometimes look like cousins or even siblings, and it's not...

Why You Should ALWAYS Wash Brand-New Clothes Before Wearing Them

That brand-new shirt isn't as perfectly clean as you may think. In fact, it could...

5 Ways to Have an Awesome Spring Break Staycation—for $25 or Less

This year's spring break doesn't have to break the bank in order to be fun...

The Most Soothing Music for Dogs Is NOT Classical

Helping your canine friend unwind begins with what you're listening to on the radio.

The Number-One Reason Why You Should Never Sip From Straws (And It Has Nothing to Do with Lip Lines)

Before you mindlessly stick a straw in your iced tea, consider that single-use plastics are...

Why You Should Never, Ever Call Your Kid ‘Smart’

It's natural for parents to want to praise their child, but offering this compliment could...

Eww! How to Stop Your Child from Picking Their Nose

Childhood nose picking is every parent's worst nightmare. Thankfully, there are ways to discourage your...

Sea Salt Spray: The One Hair Product You Need for Perfect Beach Waves

You won't need a dip in the ocean to get summery, beach-kissed waves, when a...

This Is the Best Time of Day to Send Important Emails

If you're drafting a message to your boss, a colleague, a client, or another VIP,...

10 Curly Hair Styling Tips That Might Just Change Your Life

You’ve been waiting your whole life for this advice, curly girls.

6 Classic Autumn Movies That Will Make You Feel All Cozy

Celebrate fall by curling up with a warm blanket, a cup of warm apple cider,...