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How one environmental justice advocate is helping the most vulnerable while also diverting trash from landfills
Are Bottle Caps Recyclable? What to Know
You took your last sip, but are bottle caps recyclable? Here's what to know!
55 BLM Charities (and Organizations) to Donate to Right Now
Here's how to donate to Black Lives Matter, along with 55 BLM charities and organizations that deserve your donor dollars...
14 Olympic Moments That Changed History
These inspirational and controversial Olympic moments have left the deepest impressions on the world—and the Games themselves.
What Do the Olympic Rings Symbolize?
The famous Olympic rings logo is more than 100 years old, but its symbolism is ageless.
16 Groundhog Facts You Need to Know for Groundhog Day
You don't want to miss these fascinating facts about Groundhog Day and the furry critters that we celebrate every February.
21 Commonly Misspelled Words and How to Spell Them
If you've ever second-guessed yourself while trying to spell words like "beautiful," "receive," and "license," you're far from the only...
20 of the Most Challenging Jigsaw Puzzles You Can Buy
Experts say that challenging puzzles activate new parts of your brain to help you solve them. Here are some of...
Which One Doesn’t Belong? Try to Spot the Image That’s Different
Which one doesn't belong? See if your eyes can spot the difference!
What Is Wordle—and How to Win, According to an Expert
Wordle is the new viral trend at the top of your Twitter feed—here's everything you need to know.
What Is Business Casual? A Guide to Dressing for the Office
Office wear today is far from the stuffy attire of the past, and once you know what business casual is,...
The 10 Best Face Masks for COVID-19 Protection and Comfort
A new variant means it's time for a new mask.
If You See Bloated Food Packaging, This Is What It Means
Steer clear of products with bloated packaging at the store. It's a food safety issue—here's why.
If You See a Red Porch Light, This Is What It Means
What does a red porch light mean? You often see them in February, but it's not for Valentine's Day.
If You See a Dog with a Red Collar, This Is What It Means
Be on the lookout for these color-coded dog accessories.
Henry Louis Gates Jr.: The Lasting Impact of Alex Haley’s “Roots”
Alex Haley’s landmark book began in Reader’s Digest, where he worked as a senior editor. Its impact is still being...
50 Valentine’s Day Trivia Questions on All Things Love
These Valentine's Day trivia questions with answers cover everything, from romantic movies and love songs to Valentine history for kids...
Why Is Cupid the Symbol of Valentine’s Day?
Valentine Cupid is one of the popular Valentine's Day characters, but how much do you know about this chubby mythical...
13 Air Travel Rules You Should Know Before Flying During the Pandemic
Getting ready to fly? Read these important rules before you head to the airport to make sure you're cleared for...
Why Do We Say “Quit Cold Turkey”?
Planning to let go of a habit or two cold turkey in the New Year? Learn where that expression comes...
100 Things Turning 100 in 2022
It’s a big deal to celebrate such a big number, and we should know, because Reader’s Digest is turning 100...
The Fascinating History Behind These 24 Christmas Symbols
How did decorated trees, cut-out cookies and stockings by the fireplace become Christmas symbols?
This Is the Word of the Year for 2021
This year's winner is a centuries-old throwback.
13 Sweet Vintage Letters to Santa—from Almost 100 Years Ago
Sweet, vintage letters to Santa from Texas farm kids recall a simpler, more generous time.
8 Things You Need to Know About the Omicron Variant
With new information about Omicron emerging every day, scientists are understanding more about how the new Covid-19 variant spreads—and what...
19 Christmas Brainteasers You’ll Love Unwrapping
Take a break from holiday shopping and decorating to solve these tricky Christmas brainteasers
What Are the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa?
Here's the meaning and symbolism behind the Pan-African holiday and the seven Kwanzaa principles
Do You Know How Much to Tip? Test Your Tipping Etiquette
See if you can answer these tricky questions on tipping and find out if you've been giving the right amount...
Is Plant-Based Meat Better for the Environment?
When it comes to the environment, meat is bad and plants are good. But what about plant-based meat? We asked...
