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    A Complete Guide to Baby Shower Etiquette: Your Top Questions Answered

    Who hosts a baby shower, and can you purchase off-registry? We've got expert-approved answers to your baby shower etiquette questions.

    17 Things to Say in an Interview to Land the Job, According to Hiring Managers

    This is your chance to show them that you're the ideal candidate. Here's what to say in an interview if...


    13 Polite Habits Uber Drivers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Sometimes good intentions go awry, especially when using a rideshare. Here are the common etiquette missteps you should avoid when...


    12 Polite Habits Grocery Store Workers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Don’t make these all-too-common etiquette mistakes at the grocery store! Here’s what you need to know before your next shopping...


    11 Polite Habits Cruise Workers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Your intentions may be good, but these “kind gestures” on cruises aren’t as kind as you think they are

    Polite Answers to 12 Rude Questions You Get Asked All the Time, According to Etiquette Experts

    These rude questions may make you temporarily freeze or feel angry, but there's a way to answer them politely so...


    How to Improve Your Memory and Boost Your Brain Power

    Stop forgetting your car keys and your friends' birthdays for good!


    13 “Polite” Small-Talk Questions That Are Actually Rude

    Small talk can be tricky—and these questions aren't as innocent or as helpful as you think they are


    11 Netiquette Guidelines to Follow for Respectful Online Interactions

    Don't get caught using poor netiquette. Experts share the best practices for online behavior.


    Are We Failing Our Teachers?

    With poor working conditions across the country, our teachers are struggling


    The Interesting—and Delicious—History of Ramen

    Ever wondered where your Cup Noodles came from?


    10 Polite Habits Nail Techs Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Don't let manicure manners get the best of you. These seemingly nice moves miss the mark.


    16 Polite Habits Hotel Workers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Sometimes good intentions go awry, especially when traveling. Here are the common etiquette missteps you should avoid at hotels—straight from...

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    The 12 Chinese Astrology Signs and What They Mean for You

    What's your Chinese zodiac sign? The animal associated with your birth year reveals a lot about your personality and the...


    10 Wedding Invitation Etiquette Rules Brides and Grooms Should Follow

    These essential wedding invitation etiquette rules will help you spread the word that you are getting hitched—without a hitch


    11 New Business Etiquette Rules That Will Help You Get Ahead in 2024

    Feeling clueless about modern business etiquette? To be successful in the workplace (both virtual and in person), these are the...


    How to Say No Politely and Firmly in Any Situation

    Protecting your time, energy and sanity is important. Here's how to say no and safeguard those boundaries.


    How to Say No to Kids at a Wedding Without Offending Anyone

    Planning an adults-only big day? Etiquette experts share their secrets for saying no to kids at a wedding with elegance...


    14 Polite Habits Baristas Secretly Hate, According to Starbucks Employees

    You mean well, but some of the things you do in an attempt to be polite at the coffee shop...


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    Here’s How Much to Tip at the Nail Salon

    Don't let a headache over how much to tip at the nail salon ruin the fun of getting your next...


    13 Polite Habits Hairdressers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Sometimes trying to do all the right things at the salon can backfire. Here's what to avoid when getting your...


    14 Polite Habits Bartenders Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Yes, you’re out for a night of fun, but bartenders are working. Here’s how to avoid the most common etiquette...

    If You See a Coin on a Gravestone, This Is What It Means

    Discover why visitors leave coins on certain gravestones and what it symbolizes.


    11 Polite Habits House Cleaners Secretly Hate—and What to Do Instead

    Your intentions may be good, but these "helpful" habits don't help your house cleaner at all


    How to Set a Table for Any Occasion

    Not sure how to set a table properly? Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a formal, intimate dinner, this...


    Here’s How to Eat Crawfish the Right Way

    Messy, delicious and full of Cajun flavor—here's how to eat crawfish just like they do on the bayou


    If You Have One of These Rare Barbies, It Could Be Worth More Than $27,000

    Check your attic to see if your old Barbie could be worth a small fortune!


    How to Eat with Chopsticks Like an Absolute Pro

    Become a chopsticks master in no time with these handy step-by-step instructions and etiquette tips for how to eat with...