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    The Cost of a Wedding in Every State

    How much are couples spending on their big day? Nationwide, the average in 2017 was just under $25,800, according to data collected by The Wedding Report. But depending on where you live, you could easily subtract — or add —…

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    13 Reasons Why Destination Weddings Are a Bad Idea

    Whether it’s exchanging vows on a tropical island or saying “I do” in Las Vegas, about a quarter of all engaged couples say they want a destination wedding. But the fairytale appeal of getting married somewhere exotic starts to dim…

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    The Most Unique Wedding Venue in Every State

    Gone are the days when weddings were a predictable affair with a church ceremony and a bland hotel-ballroom reception. Today, many couples try to show a little more personality on their special day, choosing destination weddings or off-the-wall venues closer…

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    We Tried 4 Sunburn Remedies and This is the Best

    It’s all fun in the sun…until someone gets burned. You can lather on sunscreen and reapply, but sometimes you just forget. This summer season, if you misplaced your sunscreen or forgot to reapply that sunblock, it’s time for a sun…

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    Countries Where the Population is Growing Fastest and Where It’s Shrinking

    The world population is currently at 7.6 billion. The growth or decline of a nation’s population is due to multiple factors. Fertility rates, life expectancy, standard of living, socio-economic developments, marriage ages, and the availability and affordability of medicine and…

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    Miami Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Instead of ordering pizza or picking up fast food, treat the kids to a fun night out at one of the many local restaurants offering free kids’ meals. From simple burger joints to family-friendly sit-down restaurants, the Miami area has…

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    Don’t Let These 12 Sports Injuries Ruin Your Summer

    Spending more time outside being active is a big part of summer. But the flurry of activity can also lead to a variety of injuries, many tied to sudden overuse,…

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    23 Classic Summer Activities That Kids Don’t Do Anymore

    When’s the last time your kids played hopscotch or jumped rope? It seems a whole generation — or two — of games have been eclipsed thanks to new rules and…

  • Happy female employee holding her dog at the office

    20 Companies Where You Can Bring Your Dog To Work

    It’s no secret that a dog is man’s best friend. And what’s better than being able to bring your best friend to work with you? Pets in the office can…

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    17 Celebrities Who’ve Survived PR Nightmares

    These days, PR fumbles and full-blown scandals are just as likely to ensnare celebrities as they are to trip up companies and politicians. And while some stars find they just…

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    28 Famous Kisses Captured on Film

    Romance is usually a private affair, but there have been many instances throughout history when a loving embrace between two people — whether real or fictional — became famous in…

  • young black boy holding flag at 4th July family garden party

    30 Patriotic Products That Show Your American Pride

    Flag Day is celebrated in June, leading right into perhaps the most patriotic of American holidays, the Fourth of July. In honor of the “season,” let your surroundings reflect your…

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    Baltimore Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Dinner with kids can be struggle, whether it’s having the time to prepare a healthy meal at home or getting them to actually eat anything. Many restaurants in the Baltimore…

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    Where Kids Eat Free in Pittsburgh

    Raising kids is no easy feat, and it’s time you give yourself a little break. Take the night off from cooking and treat the family to dinner at one of…

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    10 Fast-Spoiling Foods to Avoid

    Americans waste a lot of food. The Natural Resources Defense Council estimates that American households discard a whopping $218 billion worth each year — an average of $1,800 per household. Many…

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    11 Cheap and Easy Ways to Slim Down for Summer

    When beach season starts to seem less like a dream and more like a deadline, regret may start to grow that winter’s comfort foods weren’t dropped long before the weather…

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    10 Homemade Toys Your Cat Will Go Crazy For

    Hand-crafted toys are a delight for not only cats, but owners, too. Cat toys can be endearingly cute and surprisingly simple to make at home, and making them gives cat parents time…

  • Woman smiling and holding her dog outside in the sunshine

    24 Simple Ways to Protect Your Pets in Hot Weather

    Everyone knows not to leave a pet in a hot car during the summer — but there’s much more to keeping pets safe during the warmer months. Whether you’re planning…