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Conditions
Cholesterol Crystals Are the Heart Attack Symptom You’ve Never Heard of—but Need to Take Seriously

Like water turning to ice cubes, cholesterol is a liquid that can also solidify, but unfortunately it hardens in our arteries instead of the freezer….
Culture
7 Casino Games That Won’t Take as Much of Your Money, According to Gambling Experts

Stay with table games like blackjack or craps if you want a shot with Lady Luck. They offer the best odds, though they’ll still leave you broke if you’re not careful.
Work & Career
If You Want to Be Really Happy at Work, These Are the Companies for You

Whether you’re serving Uncle Sam or serving burgers at a famous West Coast fast food joint, with these jobs you’ll be whistling while you work.
Conditions
Fighting This Hidden Hospital Policy Helped My Mom Save Thousands of Dollars

Being admitted to the hospital doesn’t guarantee insurance coverage. Here’s what you need to know to avoid getting stuck with a huge bill.
Conditions
The Surprising Illness Behind My Dad’s Sudden Gambling Addiction

My father was always fond of casinos. He relished the thrill of winning, being comped and treated like a king. And as a child I was also in awe of these…
Work & Career
These 5 Jobs Will Be Extinct in the Next Decade. Is Yours on the List?

Ever heard of a lamplighter? Up until the early 1900s, gas lamps lit up streets. And these lamps didn’t light themselves. Lamplighters would climb…
Everyday Wellness
Here’s Why You Need to Stop Feeling Bad About Feeling Bad—Right Now

Did your mother ever say you’ll feel better after a good cry? Turns out Mom really does knows best. Letting yourself feel blue and accepting those…
Beauty
This Is the Most Popular Fragrance In Every State

Seventeen states all flock to the same fragrance, but three states follow their own sense—and scent.
Work & Career
This Is What the 15 Most Common Jobs in America Actually Pay

When it comes to the most common jobs in the US, salaries vary but some may never be enough to fulfill the promise of the American dream. According to…
Saving Money
Guitars, Grills, and 8 Other Things You Should Never, Ever Buy New

Some say the second time around is the charm—and that’s especially true if what you buy used is better than what you could buy new and for way less cash.
Cleaning & Organizing
12 Things That Should Never Be Put on a Moving Truck

Moving is stressful enough without being blindsided by items that your movers won’t be able to take on the truck.
Culture
Yes, the British Royal Family Actually Works. Here’s What They Do.

Queen Elizabeth The most famous royal in the world, Queen Elizabeth II, is quite busy for a nonagenarian. “Cabbage” as she is affectionately called by…
Culture
Beware of Convincing Liars—They’re Probably Psychopaths

Besides their impulsive behavior and lack of remorse, a new study suggests psychopaths also excel in telling lies.
Relationships
This Is the One Mental Trick You Need For Better Sex (Hint: It’s Not Tantra)

If your mind is racing or you’re sucking in your gut rather than focusing on your partner, perhaps you’re not getting or giving all you can between the…
Culture
Can You Tell What’s Wrong with These Pictures? More Than 1 in 3 People Can’t

You might be suspicious of a model with zero wrinkles, but you’re less likely to spot when a dog was added to a photo. These sneaky signs are red flags.
Culture
12 Facts About Animals That You Have All Wrong

Spoiler alert: you may never order grilled octopus again.
Culture
8 Fascinating Facts—and a Few Scandals!—About Queen Elizabeth II

Dubbed by a historian as ‘Elizabeth The Silent,’ the life of Britain’s longest reigning monarch is far from quiet.
Culture
46 Etiquette Tips of the Victorian Era That Need to Make a Comeback

Sure they might have been sticklers for following the rules, but from being courted to dressing up for dinner, some Victorian mandates could be fun.
Everyday Wellness
This Is Literally the Most Boring Movie Ever Made—and It Could Be Just What You Need

The latest movie to hit your screen is truly meant for the bedroom, but get your mind out of the gutter. This is one flick you can watch with the kiddos…
Funny Stuff
The 10 Most Hilarious, Bizarre, and Awkward Moments Realtors Have Had While Showing Houses

From naked sellers to stripper poles in the bedroom, the real estate market is more than just house hunting.