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    14 Bathroom Etiquette Rules People Break All the Time—but Shouldn’t

    Presumably, you've been using the potty for many, many years now. Isn't it time to finally get it right?


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    You Don’t Always Have to Hold the Door Open—and 10 Other Rules of Modern Elevator Etiquette

    Don't be that person in the elevator. Ditch these bad habits pronto to keep your ride between floors perfectly civilized.


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    9 Coffee Shop Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow

    When you sit at a table to organize your bills or get a jump-start on work, is it OK to...


    That vs. Which: What’s the Difference?

    This rule, *which* confuses a lot of people, has to do with the overall meaning of the sentence.



    15 National Geography Bee Questions Only Geniuses Will Get Right

    How well do you know your world geography? Take a whack at these questions, culled from past National Geographic Bee...


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    6 Missing Person Mysteries That Were Miraculously Solved

    Their families had lost hope of seeing them again, when miraculous circumstances led to their reunions.


    Can You Guess the U.S. State from Its Nickname?

    See if you know your Sooner State from your Show-Me State with these 20 questions.

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    16 Pleasantries People No Longer Say

    Why say "excuse me" when you could croon "mind the grease?" OK, we can see why that one fell out...


    Can You Identify the U.S. State By the States That Border It?

    We'll give you the names of a few different U.S. states, and you try to guess the one state that...


    Can You Tell What’s Wrong with These Pictures? More Than 1 in 3 People Can’t

    You might be suspicious of a model with zero wrinkles, but you're probably less likely to spot when a dog...


    The Most Common Last Names in Your State

    Does your last name make the list?


    How to Dodge 8 Tricky Interview Questions—Including Flat-Out Illegal Ones

    Ace your next job interview by properly preparing for the unexpected. Here's how to handle some potentially damaging questions while...


    10 Historical Figures Who May Not Have Existed

    You know their inspiring—and infamous—stories. But did these awesome historical figures ever really exist? The jury's still out.


    15 Secret Signs You’re Actually Really Insecure

    You know the person who never stops boasting about the size of their bank account, the depth of their partner's...


    This Is Why Type O Is the Most Common Blood Type

    The most common type of blood is being overtaken by other types. But all types are in huge demand—which is...


    13 Signs You’re Dealing with a Psychopath

    The word psychopath might evoke the image of a serial killer or fictionalized villain, but knowing these psychopathic signs...

    17 Things You Can Do That Make Other People Instantly Like You

    Want to be more likable? Buy yourself a gift and skip the Tylenol.


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    16 Facts That Will Warp Your Perception of Time

    Compared to the amount of time the universe, or even life, has been around, humans really haven't been around for...


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    22 Big Companies That Are Getting Rid of Plastic for Good

    Earth Day was born on April 22nd, 1970—and nearly 50 years later, the attention it brings to our declining environment...


    40 Facts That Will Make You Use Less Paper

    Using too much paper isn't only bad for our trees, it's bad for the landfills, the environment, and our health.


    What Does 420 Mean—How It Became Known for Marijuana

    It's the time of year that has people wondering, "What does 420 mean?" Here's the answer—and it's not what you've...


    11 Historical Figures You Didn’t Realize Used Fake Names

    These household names wouldn't always have rolled off the tongue.

    Here’s How the Months of the Year Got Their Names

    Have you ever wondered how the months got their names? Here's a hint: Gods, kings, and numbers are involved.


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    What Walmart Looked Like When It First Opened In 1962

    You’re not going to recognize the store; it looks so different today.


    8 Red Flags You’re in a Codependent Relationship

    When you first start a relationship, a little codependency can feel natural. But if you've been together and you still...


    The Best Presidential Libraries History Buffs Should Visit

    From the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library to the Barack Obama Presidential Center, these state-of-the-art presidential libraries help American history come...


    10 Habits of People Who Never Get Stressed

    You know that saying, "You want something done, give it to a busy person"? There's truth to it. So what...