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    31 Things Everyone Had in Their House in the ’80s

    Who can forget the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

    10 Polite Habits Dinner-Party Hosts Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Dinner-party etiquette can be surprisingly tricky. Here’s how to avoid some common missteps with your host.


    12 Things Good Hosts Always Do—and 9 Things They Don’t Bother With

    Here's how to host a party so that your guests are happy, your party is memorable—and you're not crazy by...


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    If You See These 11 Behaviors, Your Dog Might Need Obedience Training

    A little help can go a long way with everything from poor leash manners to general nervousness—and ensure that your...


    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...

    “Green Glass Door” Riddle: Try to Solve the Classic Riddle

    What's allowed through the green glass door? Grab some friends and challenge them with this classic brain-teasing riddle.


    How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others for Healthier Self-Esteem

    Don't compare your "real" to someone else's highlight reel


    Why Is It Called a Hamburger If There’s No Ham?

    The iconic hamburger has a rich international history that's still up for debate.


    How to Meditate for Beginners

    There are plenty of research-backed reasons to learn how to meditate, and there isn't much of a learning curve if...


    15 Places You Should Never Talk on Your Phone

    Just because you can talk on your phone everywhere, it doesn't mean you should



    The “Legs on the Floor” Riddle: Can You Solve It?

    Don’t get tripped up by the viral "legs on the floor" riddle


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    9 Bizarre Eating Habits of the Royal Family, According to Their Personal Chef

    In a no-holds-barred interview, Darren McGrady, who worked for the Windsors as their personal chef between 1982 and 1993, reveals...

    9 Science-Backed Tricks to Improve Your Memory: Never Forget Your Keys Again!

    Feeling forgetful? We asked brain-health experts for memory tricks that'll teach you how to remember things better.


    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


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    UNO Confirms You’ve Been Playing the Game Wrong Your Entire Life

    If you're familiar with UNO, you know how widely contested the rules are.


    How to Win the Powerball Jackpot: 4 Strategies That Can Boost Your Odds

    Lotto is a game of chance, but can strategy also come into play? We asked statisticians and looked at the...


    16 Polite Habits Teachers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

    Teachers love and appreciate any kind gesture from parents and students ... but there are some things they love and...


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    Do You Need to Tip Uber Drivers? Ride-Share Tipping, Explained

    An Uber ride will likely be much nicer and more convenient than a traditional cab, but should you tip your...


    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...


    The “Penny Has 5 Children” Riddle: Try to Solve the Viral Riddle

    Penny has five children and a penchant for giving her kids some rather unusual names. You know the first four,...


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    Here’s How Much to Tip for a Massage

    An etiquette expert and a massage therapist reveal tipping advice for when, how and how much to tip for a...

    There Are 8 Types of Intelligence: Which One Is Your Strength?

    IQ isn't everything. Researchers say everyone has eight types of intelligence—which do you rank highest in?


    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...


    How to Become Smarter and Wiser: 16 Strategies to Boost Your Brainpower

    You can improve your focus and memory, better your creative problem-solving ability and get smarter with some simple and easy...


    How to Read People: 16 Behaviors Experts Use to Decipher Thoughts and Feelings

    Body language experts reveal how to read people using common behaviors, giving you a window into what others are really...


    “I Met a Man on the London Bridge” Riddle: Try to Solve the Viral Riddle

    Just like the English nursery rhyme, the "London Bridge" riddle has taken the world by storm. Don't fall down trying...


    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