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    What Is Climate Anxiety, and How to Manage It for Peace of Mind

    Climate anxiety is a valid response to the very real threats against our environment, and it's especially prevalent in young...


    “Trash Walker” Anna Sacks Finds Treasure in New York City’s Garbage

    New York City's trash is this woman's treasure, and she's using her platform to fight our culture of excess waste.


    29 LGBTQ-Owned Businesses to Support During Pride Month and All Year Long

    From queer-centered bookshops to gender-diverse apparel, we've rounded up some excellent LGBTQ-owned businesses to shop throughout the year


    What Is Upcycling, and How It’s Good for the Earth

    Upcycling is more popular (and more important) now than ever. Sustainability experts break down what this means and how you...


    10 Best Reusable Water Bottles to Keep You Hydrated on the Go

    Water is really good for you! But plastic water bottles aren't—and they're bad for the planet too.


    10 Best Reusable Grocery Bags That Make Grocery Shopping Easy

    As more cities and states ban single-use plastic shopping bags, reusable grocery bags are becoming more popular than ever. Read...


    What Does TTYL Mean?

    You’ve probably read it in a text or seen it online, but what does it mean, and how...


    What Are Midterm Elections—and Why Are They So Important?

    Historically, midterm elections have low turnout, but they may determine the fate of key issues this year

    What Is White Replacement Theory—and How Is It Fueling Racist Attacks?

    Another mass murder targeting minorities thrust "White Replacement Theory" into the American consciousness. Here, we explain this racist ideology—and why...


    How to Help the Families and Victims of the Uvalde School Shooting

    Even if you don't live in Texas, you can still help the Uvalde community during this trying time. Here's how.


    These Volunteers Risked Their Lives to Save 2,000 Animals from War-Torn Ukraine

    Amid constant danger, volunteers at a Ukraine pet shelter are making sure no animal is left behind.


    What Overturning Roe v. Wade Could Mean for the United States

    What could the end of Roe v. Wade mean for women's health, civil rights, and American politics?


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    100 Animal Trivia Questions That Will Test Your Smarts

    Test your knowledge of the animal kingdom with these fun, educational, and exciting trivia questions.


    “Flush Out” or “Flesh Out”: Which Is Correct?

    Time to flesh out the difference between these common phrases. Or should we say "flush out"?


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    Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace: The Meaning Behind This Wedding Objection

    While it's uncommon to hear "speak now or forever hold your peace" nowadays, the phrase once served an important purpose...


    When Is Mother’s Day, and Why Do We Celebrate It?

    Don't forget to call your mom! But first you'll need to know: When is Mother's Day?


    What Knee Do You Propose On, and Why?

    Turns out, the explanation for this engagement tradition may stem from an actual knight in shining armor.

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    What Is Cinco de Mayo and Why Do We Celebrate It?

    Wondering, "What Is Cinco de Mayo?" Here's how it evolved into the holiday we know today.


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    51 Geography Quiz Questions People Always Get Wrong

    Even geography buffs are stumped by these trivia questions. How many can you get right?


    10 Mosquito-Repelling Plants You Need in Your Backyard

    Why invest in pesticides or bug sprays to control mosquitoes when you can repel them naturally with plants?


    Food Quiz: 25 Questions to Test Your Culinary Smarts

    Hungry for a food quiz? Test your smarts (and your stomach) with some food-related trivia questions.


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    Why Is “Airplane” Also Spelled “Aeroplane”?

    The spelling difference is more than a matter of personal preference.


    10 Fast Food Restaurants That Are Reducing Their Carbon Footprint

    You can have a positive influence on the environment just by eating at these sustainable fast food restaurants.

    How to Help Ukraine Right Now

    After Russia’s recent military invasion, Ukraine’s residents are in need of aid. Here are some quick and effective ways to...


    What Is a No-Fly Zone? And How Would It Change the War in Ukraine?

    No-fly zones have been used sparingly in history—in Iraq, Bosnia, and Libya—and Ukraine is asking for one now.


    The Hidden Detail on the Baskin Robbins Logo You’ve Never Noticed

    Can you spot the Baskin Robbins logo's clever "secret"?


    36 Hidden Messages in Company Logos You See All the Time

    What do Apple, Amazon, Baskin Robbins, and Toblerone have in common? They have hidden messages in their logos—here's what they...


    What Is Easter, and Why Do We Celebrate It?

    What is Easter and how did this holiday begin? Here's what to know!


    The Meaning Behind Your 50 Favorite Flowers

    From honoring rainbow-riding goddesses to warding off monsters, your favorite flowers have some fascinating stories behind their colorful blooms.