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    This Is the Kind of Parent You’ll Be, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

    The way you handle your kids depends on your birth date. Learn how to maximize the strengths and minimize the...


    8 People Reveal Their Most Embarrassing Email Mistake Ever

    An estimated 205 billion emails are sent every single day. With so many opportunities to put the wrong email address...


    20 Things Your Father-In-Law Is Secretly Thinking

    Anonymous dads spill their funny, poignant, and tough-love lessons about life, love and marriage—all in the name of being closer...


    14 Subtle Signs You’re Being Taken for Granted—and What to Do About It

    Being helpful is a good trait ... but some people will take advantage of your willingness to assist. Here's how...


    These Touching Stories Prove How Meaningful a Simple Thank-You Note Can Be

    Never underestimate the power of a 
thank-you note. As these readers show, 
the sentiment can last a lifetime.


    7 Miraculous Stories About the Power of Healing Prayers

    Religions throughout history have sought to heal through prayer. Read on for stories of sick individuals who offered up their...


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    11 Unforgettable Pieces of Life Advice (In Just 6 Words Each)

    Let these quick hits of wisdom help you guide your life.


    Common British Slang You Didn’t Realize You Knew

    A new book offers a quintessential guide to classic, common British phrases—including their quirky history and definition.

    15 Facts You Never Knew About the Washington Monument

    How much do you know about the world's tallest freestanding stone structure?


    10 Ways to Spot a Fake Bill—Before You Get Duped

    It's easy to spot the telltale signs of counterfeit money if you know what to look for.


    9 Seriously Fun Boy Games That Don’t Involve Guns

    You can trick your son into learning coding, physics, and even a little bit of history with these popular games.


    11 Serious Consequences of Favoring One Child over Another

    If you've got more than one kid, you're showing favoritism, whether you know it or not. Here's why you need...


    9 Things Your Ringing Ears Are Trying to Tell You

    Stress, abnormal bone growth, a concussion—that ringing in your ears, a condition called tinnitus, could be a sign of a...



    How to Help Prevent School Shootings: 7 Things That Will Make a Difference

    Figuring out how to help prevent school shootings is essential to protecting kids and teachers, and these simple but...


    8 Inspiring Women Who Are Changing the Lives of Women Across the World

    The amazing stories of these women prove that it's possible for one person with a big idea to change the...


    16 Hilarious Ways to Laugh More Every Single Day

    There is an epidemic of Seriousness. Innoculate yourself against doom and gloom by... listening to drunk people explain history and...

    10 Phrases That Make You Sound Like a CEO

    Step up your work presence by decoding these common business phrases CEOs and other higher-ups like to use.


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    11 Things Your Car Says About Your Personality

    Those LED headlights and cherry red paint job aren't just fun, they're making a statement about who you are as...


    22 Secrets Your Therapist Won’t Tell You

    Whether or not you're part of the 25 percent of adults who've seen a therapist, these insider secrets will give...


    12 Surprising Costs Every First-Time Home Buyer Needs to Know About

    While there should be no hidden fees in the home-buying process (because that would be illegal), make sure you budget...


    10 Strict Grammar Rules It’s Probably Safe to Ignore

    Grammar freaks often freak out about “broken rules.” But most of these examples are simply indicators of a living language...


    The World’s Longest Place Name Has 85 Letters

    We dare you to try to pronounce it.

    8 Signs That You May Have Lived a Past Life

    If you have recurring dreams, inexplicable skills, or you just have a strong affinity for another era, you may have...


    How Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Unleash Extraordinary Hidden Talents

    In rare cases, victims of severe head injuries can develop remarkable creative talents they never previously had. Is there a...


    7 Tips for Arguing With Someone Who is “Always Right”

    Here’s how to win the battle—and the war.


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    10 Essential Social Etiquette Secrets You Should Know If You Can’t Take Etiquette Classes

    You already know that good manners are important, but you many not want to shell out the cash to learn...


    These 10 Secrets of Scandinavians Are Why They’re So Healthy

    When you think Scandinavia, do you conjure up images of vigorous rosy-cheeked people, filled with energy and optimism? Who doesn't?...


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    9 Weird Facts You Never Knew About Laughter

    You'll get a chuckle from this trivia about one of our most ancient forms of expression and communication.