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Elvis Sighting! Here’s What Teenage Girl’s Bedrooms Looked Like in the 1950s
Pictured here are just a small glimpse into the crazy wide-spread obsession women had for Elvis Presley. These teenage girl’s bedrooms look ...
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Angela Lansbury’s Love for and Stability in Life
Angela Lansbury has died. Her death brings up one of those strange feelings: When someone lives to 96 years old and has managed to have such a wonderfully…
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Dennis Prager — Gratitude Is Everything | PragerU
This year’s Thanksgiving episode is about the greatest of all traits: Gratitude. It is the foundation of goodness and happiness. Yet today, young people are…
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Want to return your last online purchase? Amazon says don't bother
When you receive a faulty or unwanted item, Amazon usually asks you to initiate a return for a refund or replacement. However, if the item is inexpensive, it might cost the company a lot to ship it back to the warehouse. So, companies like Amazon and Walm
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KFC's Fried Chicken-Scented Firelogs Are Available at Walmart This Year
The environmentally friendly logs give off a comforting scent of KFC's famous seasoning blend when ignited.
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15 Gift Ideas to Give New Homeowners | Real Estate
These housewarming gifts can help your loved ones settle in, relax and take care of their home.
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Alex Trebek's Health Update Lights up 'Jeopardy!' Fans on Social Media
Jeopardy! fans are praising Alex Trebek for the latest update on his health. It has been a year since the longtime host announced that he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and so far his treatment is working. Viewers of his show were overjoyed
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When Your Ancestry Test Entangles Others - WSJ
Today’s DNA kits can reveal secrets that affect not just your own family but strangers as well. Should one person’s right to know take precedence over another’s life narrative?
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3-year-old boy goes viral after leading Pre-K class in prayer
In his prayer, Makhi asks God to bless his class' lunch and to "bless all the boys and girls all over the world."
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Our Favorite Dreamy Overwater Bungalows | Budget Travel
For the ultimate relaxing vacation, these overwater bungalows offer postcard-perfect locations to fully immerse yourself in a tropical getaway.
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25 World Facts You Didn’t Know You Wanted to Know
Impress your friends with these nuggets of world facts, and you'll get smarter as well. World is full of wonderment!
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23 personalized Father’s Day gifts that aren’t cheesy or overdone
Instead settling for cheesy, shop these personalized Father's Day gifts that are actually interesting and unique. Dad will love any one of them.
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Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
The unofficial fashion rule can be traced back more than 100 years to some snobby millionaires.
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John McCain's mother, now 106, a maverick in her own way
WASHINGTON (AP) — John McCain's rebellious streak didn't come out of nowhere. His mother, Roberta, had a habit of speeding behind the wheel and racking up tickets. When told durin
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The 26 Best Father’s Day Gifts for 2018!
Unique finds to trump the usual suspects.
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Why Old-Growth Forests Matter to Cities
In cities around the U.S., old-growth forests bring unique ecological benefits and let us experience ancient landscapes.
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Evidence mounts that laptops are terrible for students at lectures
Time to reconsider the notebook and pen
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What's the Truth About the First Thanksgiving?
Should Americans celebrate Thanksgiving as a day of gratitude? Or should they mourn it as a day of guilt? Michael Medved, author of The American Miracle, shares the fascinating story of the first Thanksgiving.
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Our attempts to relax are seriously stressing us out
Most of us are rubbish at using our leisure time wisely.
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Why the Macy’s Balloons Used to Just Fly Away and More Fun Facts About the Big Parade
In its 90th year, the parade has one pretty crazy history
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What the How-To Blog Posts Don't Tell You About Sleep
Right, right, right.... I am guilty of it too.
I have also written a post on sleep with some quick fix tips related to nutrition.....
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How to Transform Social Anxiety With One Simple Question
Have you ever done this? You're at the grocery store, holding two boxes of cereal reading the nutrition information, trying to decide which one to buy. U...
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19 Truths That Are All Too Real If You're An Introvert
It can be a challenge to have a complex inner life. Introverts are often mistaken as unfriendly or shy when in reality they just prefer reflection and solitude. What’s so wrong with a little silence and alone time? (Answer: Nothing).
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The 5 Most Misleading Grocery Items Shoppers Waste Money On | Money.com
If there’s one thing I spend way too much time on in life, its the process of grocery shopping.
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5 Shocking Truths about Freelance Blogging
Freelance Blogging has become the epitome for both young and experienced writers. It has created its own medium and thought catalog so writers can be more established in an easier way. But how convenient is it for the writer with no knowledge of life hacks?
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9 Little Hacks That'll Turn Your Crappy Day Into A Happy One
hether you love your job or are searching for a new one, there will be those inevitable days when you arrive at the office and feel a little blue.
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When wedding photographs go wrong - in pictures
Photobombs, animals and unexpected backdrops provide some of the funniest images released by the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers
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Erasing the Negative Narrative Through Mindfulness Practice
The thing about mindfulness practice is that is not magic, or mysterious, or mystical; it is practical and applicable and easy; a ready tool for a more peaceful interior life and it only takes a few minutes a day.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder: An Owner's Manual For The Uninitiated | Meredith Arthur
A friend put it well: "I realized that I did everything in a rush. Even simple things like brushing my teeth or making coffee. And 80 percent of what I do on a typical day does not require hurrying and rushing. That creates a lot of stress and worry
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The Exact Steps I Took to Lose 40 Pounds in 4 Months | Women's Health Magazine
I've always been bigger. I had a really difficult home life growing up, and I was an emotional eater. When I was sad, I would eat. When I was scared, I would eat. Pretty much any emotion triggered me to turn to food...
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Vacuuming Your Stomach Is the Easiest Way to Get Flat Abs
It's the new crunch! Stomach vacuuming has nothing to do with your Dirt Devil — and seriously, don't try that at home. Instead, it's actually a breathing exercise that activates and strengthens the transverse abdominis — your deepest abdominal muscle — by simply contracting it.
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Don’t be a bachelor: Why married men work harder, smarter and make more money
Even as more young people are delaying or foregoing marriage, research shows that marriage transforms many men, spurring them to become more responsible people and smarter, higher-earning employees
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Scientists Asked 5,400 People in 20 Countries What They Were Doing at 7 PM - CityLab
At that time of day all over the world, most people are experiencing a "largely pleasant social interaction."
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Born In 1898: World's Oldest Living Person Celebrates Birthday : NPR
Misao Okawa of Japan is now 117. She has reigned as the world's oldest living person since 2013, when Guinness World Records certified that she was 115.
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How Real Are Facebook Friendships?
An artist set out to find the answer—by tracking down and photographing every one of her social-media connections.
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Golden Globes 2015: Snubs, surprises and assorted trends - LA Times
Angelina Jolie has been nominated for Golden Globes for her acting in “Changeling,” “Gia” and “The Tourist,” part of half a dozen noms over the years for the A-list star. The group even nominated
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Itzhak Perlman and Other Classical Musicians on Navigating the Stage With a Disability - WSJ
Itzhak Perlman is one of a handful of New York-based classical musicians with coming concerts who have navigated substantial careers amid significant health challenges.
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Who cares about 'Black Friday' deals? Why you should boycott 'Gray Thursday' - LA Times
Thanksgiving , more than any other holiday, revolves around the communal family meal. With Americans’ increasingly busy schedules, it is a rare occasion to slow down and be with your nearest and dearest. But if some retailers have it their way,
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Your Elite School Is Not Worth The Cost, Studies Say
The cost for a college education has risen to the astronomical, resulting in debt that haunts young people after graduation like a ghost bent on dragging them to a Dickensian poorhouse. It’s forcing us to ask, “Is it worth it?” Especially if the s
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What happens when you accidentally become internet famous?
Wondered why #Alexfromtarget was trending this morning? It’s because someone posted a picture of someone called Alex working at Target. Confused? Welcome to accidental internet fame
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Early Incarnations of 11 Beloved Toys | Mental Floss
Here's what some famous toys looked like in their early days, including Barbie, LEGO bricks, and Mr. Potato Head.
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Compound in cocoa found to reverse age-related memory loss - The Washington Post
Flavanols, found in cocoa and tea, reverse cognitive decline in a key area of the brain, study shows.
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Calling 911 On Your Cell? It's Harder To Find You Than You Think : All Tech Considered : NPR
If you call 911 from inside a tall building, emergency responders may have difficulty finding you. Cellphone GPS technology currently doesn't work well indoors — but the FCC hopes to change that.
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12 Ways To Tell You're Turning Into Your Mother - Marie Claire
Get the latest news on entertainment, celebrity news, and lifestyle advice.
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In Syria and Iraq, Trying to Protect a Heritage at Risk - NYTimes.com
Antiquities guardians around the world are asking themselves if it’s better to raise the alarm about what’s in harm’s way — or keep quiet to avoid the militants’ gaze?
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Is There Such a Thing as Not Having an Accent? | Mental Floss
Even the staunchest dictionary-thumping pronunciation stickler has a regional inflection. Still, accents that are more common can sound neutral. In the U.S., that title belongs to the General American accent, which you probably know from the nightly news. There’s nothing neutral about it: General American resembles the accent spoken in a small swath of the Midwest, stretching from eastern Nebraska through Iowa and parts of western Illinois. It doesn’t sound funny to many of us simply because we’re so exposed to it.
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Giant wall of dust sweeps through Phoenix, Arizona - timelapse video
Timelapse footage shows a giant wall of dust blow through Phoenix, Arizona, over the weekend
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Why the Funniest People Are Sometimes the Saddest | TIME
Comedian Jim Norton remembers Robin Williams and sheds light on why the funniest people are sometimes the saddest
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Watching TV after work makes you feel 'guilty and like a failure'
You had such good intentions for when you got home from work: go to the gym, call a friend and sort out that paperwork.
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Never Pay Retail Price Again with These Shopping Apps and Websites (as Seen on the Today Show)
InStyle Senior Market Editor Dana Avidan-Cohn shares five apps and websites so you never pay retail price again! Check them out here.
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'Downton Abbey' Series 5 Gets First Teaser
Julian Fellowes' period hit will return for its fifth run later this year, with ominous narration from Jim Carter (Carson) hinting that change is coming to Downton.
Richard E. Grant, Anna Chancellor, and Sue Johnston are among the new cast additions joining the series in 2014.
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Michelle Obama Wants a Female President ASAP
Any chance it could be, oh, say, Michelle? Yesterday was the first-ever White House Summit on Working Families, which aims to create workplace policies that give modern American families the best chance to succeed at work and at home.
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First Look at La Mascarade d’Orleans at Disneyland Park
If you’ve visited New Orleans Square in Disneyland park lately, it’s no secret that significant enhancements are underway. Here’s your first look at some of the authentic, eclectic and jazzy new merchandise that will find its home inside the quaint
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This Brilliant App Lets You Swap Lives With A Stranger For 20 Days
We're all too obsessed with our own small social circles. 20 Day Stranger, a tool to build empathy and awareness, lets you anonymously share your life...
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Uber is upending that old motto about the customer always being right
I had a rude shock recently when trying to hail an Uber cab. It showed up alright, but only barely. The driver told me he almost didn’t pick me up “because of your low score.” Low score? For what?! I knew passengers rated drivers, but I had no idea
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Ladies' Home Journal Folds After 131 Years
Despite a 131-year history and circulation of over 3 million, the magazine laid off its entire editorial staff and announced that its July edition will be its last
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Incredible Portraits Of Boston Marathon Survivors With Messages Of Healing And Hope To The World
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Births to mums over 50 soaring
Almost three babies were born to a woman in her fifties every week, deepening fears over the health of both the mothers and their babies.
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Pastry cup lets you drink your coffee then eat the cup!
Designed by Venezuelan designer Enrique Luis Sardi with coffee company, Lavazza, the Cookie Cup is a handy cup-shaped pastry that is thoughtfully coated wi
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The world's first underwater museum – in pictures
From algae-encrusted VW Beetles to classical busts covered in psychedelic coral, dive into the magical world of Jason deCaires Taylor’s seabed sculptures. He covers his exhibits – which include a dream…
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19 Things Remarkable People Think Every Day | Inc.com
Each is a small thing, but each also has the power to change your life… and the lives of the people around you. Slideshow Options Loop Through: Don't loop
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10 Things Mark Twain Didn't Really Say
The man who provided us with some of the best quips ever is also one of the most misquoted men of all time.
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25 Little-Known Facts About Thanksgiving
In this week's episode, John Green serves up plenty of Thanksgiving history you can share while eating turkey and green bean casserole.
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Console Wars Heat Up As Zenith Unveils Gamespace Pro
LINCOLNSHIRE, IL—With next-generation video game systems such as the Xbox One and the Playstation 4 hitting stores later this month, the console wars got even hotter today as electronics manufacturer Zenith announced the release of its own console,
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When I Saw What This Dad Did, I Couldn't Stop Smiling. It's So Simple, But So Awesome.
One father went above and beyond to make his children smile every day. Reddit user airjmax posted a gallery of lunchtime notes to two little children, Alex and Olivia. The talented dad wanted to make his kids happy, so he spent each morning creating this awesome artwork for them.
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Newsweek: Los Angeles’s Endangered Modernist Homes
Los Angeles’s architectural gems are being endangered by a hot real estate market—and a decidedly Beverly Hills aesthetic.
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The Best Kids Stores in Los Angeles | Apartment Therapy
Need to do a little shopping for your child, your nephew, or a kid's birthday party? We've got you covered. Read on to see our favorite places to shop for and with kids in Los Angeles.
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Why Do Cats Knead?
Kneading is a common behavior seen in domestic cats, in which the feline pushes in and out with its front paws, alternating between left and right. It's unclear exactly why cats knead, but a number of hypotheses exist.
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Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
The unofficial fashion rule can be traced back to some snobby millionaires over 100 years ago.
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11 Engagement Photos That Will Make You Happy You're Single
These make your middle school yearbook pictures look like they were taken for Vogue .
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The Style Trends for Resort 2012 - Clothing and Accessories for Resort 2012 - Harper's BAZAAR
See resort trends, clothing, and accessories to complete your personal style.
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Mint Green Leather Bracelet with 6 Golden tubes by by pardes
So delicate and pretty bracelet for everyday use and add a touch of class to any outfit. This is a beautiful bracelet designed with 6 strands of 1.5 mm
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Crochet tank and knit crop jacket - Polyvore
A fashion look from March 2012 featuring Etoile Isabel Marant jeans, Yves Saint Laurent pumps and Monsoon handbags. Browse and shop related looks.
