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Here’s What “Defunding the Police” Means to Me

Here’s what defunding the police could look like—and the best arguments from advocates in favor of this approach.


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10 Things You May Not See in Schools After Coronavirus

What will happen when kids go back to school? For students of all ages, from kindergarten through college, there will...


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Should People Stop Using Cash in a Post-COVID-19 World?

We know you're doing everything you can to keep your family safe—so should you stop using cash? How big is...


What Does BIPOC Stand For? Why It’s Important to Know What This Acronym Means

Have you been seeing this term a lot lately? Here’s what it means and when you should—and shouldn't—use it.

A Black High-School Athlete Was Denied Entry into a Tournament—And This Was the Response of His Friends

They were just kids, but they understood what the right thing to do was.


10 Things You Should Wear (and Bring) to a Protest

Protesting is a way to exercise your rights and have your voice heard. Make sure to wear (and bring) these...


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13 New Rules You’ll Have to Follow Next Time You Fly

Coronavirus has changed everything about the way we live, work, and shop and introduced a variety of new rules for...


Why You Should Stop Saying “I Don’t See Color”

This statement probably doesn't mean what you think it does. We got an award-winning documentary filmmaker to tell us why.

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14 Coronavirus Mistakes You’ll Probably Make This Summer

Here's your guide to enjoying the warm weather and time outdoors—safely—this summer.


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10 Ways Your Favorite Restaurant Might Change After the Coronavirus

The next time you head out for a bite, you’ll likely encounter some big changes before you dig in.


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How to Help Your Pet Cope with Post-Quarantine Separation Anxiety

Dogs can get anxious, too—especially when you leave them home alone for the first time in months.


14 Meaningful Ways People Are Saying Thank You to Essential Workers

Many Americans are finding ways to honor the bravery and sacrifice of essential workers during the coronavirus pandemic.


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10 Things You Should Be Cleaning Every Day from Now On

The COVID-19 pandemic has made cleaning a daily (or hourly!) ritual. Here are the surfaces you should be tackling every...


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What Travel Could Look Like After Coronavirus

Many aspects of life will likely never return to normal after COVID-19, but here's how flying will be changed forever...


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What the 12 Smoggiest Cities Look Like After Coronavirus Quarantine

With economies shuttered and one-third of the global population under lockdown, the world's most notoriously polluted cities are finding a...


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35 Funny, Quarantine-Inspired Dog Names That Will Crack You Up

What are you going to name your new pandemic puppy?


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18 Happy Stories of Puppies and Kittens Fostered During Coronavirus

Settle in for some heartwarming "tails" of adorable puppies and kittens who found foster homes (and sometimes forever homes) during the...

9 Things That Can Happen To Your Car When You Don’t Drive It

If you haven't picked up your car keys in a while, you should be aware of the things that are...


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10 Clever Ways People Are Celebrating Birthdays Under Quarantine

While COVID-19 may have limited people's abilities to actively go out and celebrate their birthdays, that doesn't mean creative celebrations...


14 Nurses Share Stories of Positive Moments Behind-the-Scenes of COVID-19

These frontline workers spend lots of time bedside—bringing joy to patients and fellow nurses. Here's a glimpse at how they've...


25 Jokes the Internet Is Already Making About Murder Hornets

As if a global pandemic wasn't enough, murder hornets are here to make 2020 even worse.


How Coronavirus Is Affecting the World’s Endangered Animals

Humans aren’t the only species we need to worry about right now.


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21 Moving Photos of Kindness in the Time of Coronavirus

Tough times can truly bring out the best in people.

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16 Things We’re All Looking Forward to Once Social Distancing Ends

Real-people share stories about what they're most looking forward to doing after self-quarantine restrictions finally let up.


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17 Small Silver Linings to Help You Feel Better About Quarantine

Even in the darkest times, there's always a silver lining.


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13 of the Most Bizarre True Stories That Became Documentaries

Maybe delving into the weird will make your quarantine seem a little less so?


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Why My Quarantine Birthday Was Actually One of the Best Ever

I was dreading my quarantine birthday. How would I celebrate my milestone year sans party, cake, and gifts?


12 of the Most Amazing Space Discoveries of the Last Decade

We're learning more about our amazing universe with each passing day.


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Can An Air Purifier Kill Coronavirus Germs in the Air?

We clear the air on this important topic.