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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.


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    12 Vow Renewal Dos and Don’ts Everyone Needs to Follow

    Before you send out your vow renewal invites, check out these do's and don'ts to create a memorable and heartfelt...


    12 Millennial Entrepreneurs Who Started with Nothing—and Made a Fortune

    Don't be discouraged if you have nothing right now. These millennial entrepreneurs started with nearly zilch and made it to...


    If You Solve This Math Problem on the First Try, You Might Be a Genius

    This equation may seem simple at first, but it’s way harder than it looks.


    The Bizarre Reason February Only Has 28 Days

    No, it's not because it's terrible and everyone wants it to end immediately.


    Ask Yourself These 10 Questions to Discover Your True Passion

    Would you like to feel inspired on a daily basis? Of course you would! These questions will help you find...


    Here Is the CORRECT Way to Pronounce Dr. Seuss (and 17 Other Popular Author Names)

    Most people mispronounce Dr. Seuss (hint: it doesn't rhyme with moose). Learn the correct way to say his name, plus...


    9 Hidden Symbols You Never Knew You Could Text

    Whether you go for Apple or Android, every grammar nerd will love these tricks that finally perfect your punctuation.

    This Common “Mispronunciation” Actually Dates Back to Old English

    In fact, the "father of English literature" pronounced it this way.


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    Can You Guess How Many Living People Share Your Birthday?

    When people add "And many more..." to the end of "Happy Birthday," they aren't kidding.


    The Real Reason Why Some People Are Left-Handed, According to Science

    In a new study, scientists may have just discovered what makes you a lefty.


    12 of the Weirdest Jobs You Didn’t Know You Could Apply For

    While some children grow up wanting to be doctors or firefighters, others might want to opt for something a little...


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    Why 1972 Was the Longest Year in History

    And you thought 2017 was a long year.


    Here’s the Real Reason Why Area Codes Make No Geographical Sense

    Let’s just say geography was the last thing on the telephone company’s mind.


    This Is Why You Only See No. 2 Pencils

    In all likelihood, if you rummaged through any given school desk in the U.S., the first pencil you'd encounter would...


    14 Stores with the Absolute Best Return Policies

    Have a history of buyer’s remorse? Sticking with these stores will give you the best shot at getting your money...


    The 100 Greatest Compliments You Could Ever Give or Receive

    A little love goes a long way with these uniquely personal compliments

    Go Ahead, Swear Away: Science Says It’s Good for Your Health

    Feeling stressed? Go ahead and let loose with the #!!@#$!!! Here's why swearing will genuinely help you feel better.


    11 Winter Date Night Ideas That Will Keep Your Romance Toasty

    Romantic nights out shouldn't be on hold until the weather cooperates. Winter date nights are a must for couples to...


    This Is Why We Use %$@#! to Represent Curse Words

    You know exactly what those random symbols mean, but they weren't always used to hide offensive language.



    The 50-Star American Flag Began as a High School Project—and It Only Got a B

    "Get it accepted into Washington...and I might consider changing your grade.”


    Only a Genius Can Answer This Tricky Job Interview Question

    Tech mogul and billionaire Elon Musk reportedly asked this one particular interview question to every candidate—and if you solve it,...


    The 17 Most Inspirational Kids of 2023

    They've created life-saving innovations, founded nonprofit organizations, and raised money for important causes all before reaching legal age. The future's...





    In This Country, It’s Illegal for Grocery Stores to Waste Food

    Food waste is a major problem the world over, and this European nation has taken legal measures to reduce it.