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    How to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine at Costco

    Costco is one of many retailers that will be offering COVID-19 vaccines. Here's how the vaccination process works and what...


    What Is King Cake? The History and Meaning of the Mardi Gras Tradition

    Find out what Mardi Gras king cake is all about—and what’s up with the baby hidden inside


    How Many People Are There in the World?

    In honor of the United Nation's World Population Day, we take a look at some useful facts about the planet...


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    This Is How You’re Supposed to Pronounce “Worcestershire”

    Wor-ces-ter-shire? Wo-chess-ter-shire? Wer-ches-ter?


    11 “Facts” About the Civil Rights Movement That Aren’t True

    Separating fact from fiction isn’t just important from a historical perspective—it’s also essential in winning today’s fight against racial injustice.


    Why You Shouldn’t Share Photos of Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card

    If you've already done this, you might want to take it down!


    25 Interesting Black History Month Facts You May Not Know

    In honor of Black History Month, here are some facts about Black history in America that even history buffs may...


    This Is Why the British Drink So Much Tea

    Making tea is the British response to every situation, from birthdays to bad news. But how did this small island...

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    16 of the Most Famous Malapropism Examples

    Do you tend to masseuse (er, misuse) your words in humorous ways? You've made a malapropism—and everyone from politicians to famous...


    18 Things You Think Are Illegal but Aren’t

    It may come as a surprise, but all of these things are legal in the U.S., at least in some...


    I Broke Up with My Fiancé Over Election Conspiracy Theories

    While this woman could put up with some degree of differences, too much got to be too much. Plus: What...


    This Is the Only Thing That Helped Me Stop Doomscrolling

    When the news is always urgent and always awful, it’s easy to get sucked in. But when it starts to...


    24 Astronomy Facts You Never Learned in School

    From a bar in the clouds to finding more water from the Moon, outer space is constantly surprising us.



    The 14 Best Good News Stories from 2022 You Might Have Missed

    Stop doomscrolling! Lift your spirits with good news stories that prove the world is full of inspiring people.


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    10 Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Planet Earth

    From the water that covers most of it to the moon that orbits it, here are some bizarre things about...


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    25 Rude Restaurant Habits You Need to Stop ASAP

    Stacking your dishes, passing the salt, using the wrong bread plate, and more: Avoid making rude mistakes while dining out.

    The Problem with Birthday Balloons No One Talks About

    If you think that balloons are just a bit of harmless fun, think again. Find out the serious risks they...


    A Psychologist Explains Why We React So Strongly to Celebrity Deaths

    Don't let anyone give you grief for mourning a celebrity's death: It's perfectly normal and natural, say mental health experts.


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    This Is What the First Amendment Really Means

    Contrary to what many people believe, freedom of speech only applies to certain situations. Do you know what your First...


    125 Conversation Starters That Make You Instantly Interesting

    Initiating small talk is tough, but these conversation starters will get the discussion flowing no matter the situation


    What Is “Doomscrolling”—and How Can You Stop the Cycle?

    Up late reading bad news on your phone again? Here's how to stop the unhealthy habit of doomscrolling.


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    11 Strange Things Presidents Have Banned from the White House

    Current and former Commanders in Chief have been picky about what's allowed on the property.

    15 Things People Get Wrong About Impeachment

    Thanks to recent events, we're learning a lot more about the process of impeachment, including what's in the Constitution and...


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    Dining Out with Your Dog: 15 Etiquette Tips to Always Follow

    Just because they can sit on your lap, it doesn't mean they should!


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    12 Things That Could Get You Banned from a Plane

    From major news stories to first-person accounts, here are some real reasons people have been barred (or almost barred) from...


    Here’s How Your Memory Really Works

    Your brain doesn’t work like a tape recorder. Sometimes that’s a good thing.


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    Why Is the White House White?

    It isn't just for looks.


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    13 Unlikely Jobs U.S. Presidents Held After the White House

    You can’t accuse these former presidents of resting on their laurels once they left office.