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    First Aid Myths You Should Always Ignore

    It’s important to know how to identify and treat minor accidents and injuries, but common knowledge in first aid isn’t immune to myths — most of which have circulated for decades. While some myths are harmless, others can cause further…

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    Things You Didn’t Know About the Summer Solstice

    So you’ve heard of the summer solstice but you’re still not sure what it’s about? Read on for some facts and trivia about how the arrival of summer is — and has long been — celebrated in history, mythology, pop…

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    12 Ways to Save This Summer at Costco, Sam’s, and BJ’s

    When shoppers think of the savings found at Costco, Sam’s Club, or BJ’s Wholesale Club, food and paper goods likely spring to mind. But the warehouse clubs offer deals on many more products, including some seasonal items. Popsicles, meat for…

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    The Greatest Baseball Movies of All Time, According to Critics

    Major League Baseball has been around for almost 150 years — founded even before the first film was ever made. From the beer and hotdogs to the comradery in the stands, there are countless dedicated baseball fans who love watching…

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    Best Cities and Worst Cities for a Staycation

    As gas prices continue soaring and inflation keeps getting pumped up, many of us are reevaluating our travel plans for the summer — opting for staycations over vacations. But which cities are ideal for close-to-home excursions and which ones miss…

  • Hurry, Costco Shoppers: These ‘Hot Buys’ End June 19

    As the weather is heating up across the country, so too are the deals at Costco. June 11-19, members can save a ton on everything from the iPad Mini to summer essentials like a tower fan. To help you make…

  • Buzz Aldrin salutes the first American flag erected on the Moon, July 21, 1969

    Old Glory: The American Flag’s Most Iconic Moments

    The long and storied history of the American flag dates back to the Revolution. Its appearance and arrangements have changed many times, and it could change again if Puerto Rico…

  • Loving senior couple dancing in balcony. Happy man and woman are spending leisure time together. They are at home.

    ‘Golden Visas’: How Much Coveted Citizenships Can Cost

    Whether to avoid high taxes, to escape quarantines and skirt travel bans, to increase travel options, or just for the prestige, wealthy people have been jumping through hoops to secure…

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    Famous Founders Who Lost the Brands Named After Them

    Many of the household brands you know were named after the visionaries who started them. What you may not know is that many of these founders have since lost the…

  • American actors Adam West as Bruce Wayne/Batman and Burt Ward as Dick Grayson/Robin in the TV series 'Batman', circa 1966.

    The 25 Biggest Movie Franchises in America

    What’s better than a hit movie? A whole flock of them, each playing on the popularity of the original. That’s how you build a Hollywood franchise. Comic-book superheroes have provided…

  • Big Celebrities Who Grew Up in Small Towns

    Shawnee, Oklahoma; Smyrna, Georgia; Plainfield, Illinois; Union, Kentucky — they aren’t known as incubators of stardom, but the World’s Most Famous don’t come just from the coasts. Small towns have…

  • John Ringling's House, Sarasota, FL

    40 Famous People’s Homes You Can Visit

    Everyone wants to know a little more about their favorite celebrities, which is why Hollywood tour companies can make good money driving tourists to see just the exteriors of actors’…

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    Celebrity Restaurants That Completely Flopped

    In between filming movies or TV shows, spending time in the studio, or posing for photoshoots, celebrities often search for new ways to fill their time. From rappers and singers…

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    Twinkies, Moon Pies, and Other Guilty Pleasures You Can Make at Home

    Packaged snack foods offer convenience that can be a real time-saver, but they can also take a toll on the wallet and waistline over time. Thankfully, there are many ways…

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    42 Travel Discounts for Seniors

    Having more time for travel is one of the biggest perks of being retired, and this list of travel discounts can help seniors cut their vacation costs. Starting at age…

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    Beauty Products Worth Buying at Costco

    Costco may not spring to mind as a go-to spot for beauty buys, but our research shows it’s a great place for deals on many products you can stockpile, especially…

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    Places Where Diabetics Can Safely Eat Out

    Diabetics know they should limit carbohydrates, fats, and sugar and up their intake of fiber. The Diabetes Plate Method created by the American Diabetes Association suggests that about a quarter…

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    12 Hacks and Secrets for Shopping at Walmart

    Walmart is known for “everyday low prices” and its famous “Rollback” discounts. But there are so many other ways to save real money at Walmart on a regular basis. These…