Lifestyle
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23 Natural Ways to Boost Energy and Fight Fatigue
It’s a tired story: Americans are overworked, overscheduled, and sleeping less than they should. YouGov reports that 4 in 10 Americans wake up feeling tired at least once a week, and nearly as many say they wake up tired at…
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Beautiful Dog-Friendly Vacation Rentals Across America
Not all dog-friendly vacation rentals are created equal — in fact, more often than not, pup-welcoming accommodations aren’t much to look at and don’t have great amenities. We don’t blame hosts for wanting to protect their properties, but we are…
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Best Snow Blowers Under $500
Unless you live in a region that’s regularly slammed with substantial snowfall, there’s no need to spend a fortune for a snow blower that will see only occasional use. A cheap snow blower (or snow thrower, as less powerful single-stage…
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12 Ways to Save on a Bathroom Makeover
Have a bathroom in need of a makeover? The average cost of a bathroom remodel ranged from around $5,500 to $15,000, according to HomeGuide, but can be higher or lower depending on the size of the bathroom. There are many…
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5 Projects That Boost Home Value — and 5 Cheap Alternatives
Some home improvement projects pay off more than others when it comes time to sell. For homeowners considering putting their houses on the market in the next year or so, here are several jobs to tackle — and some budget alternatives — that can…
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14 Cheap Pets That Are Easy to Take Care Of
Humankind’s best friend doesn’t come cheap. Owning a dog or cat costs about $500 annually, and owners can expect to pay up to three times that during the first year in food, veterinarian visits, and additional costs. What most people…
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Vintage Photos of Christmas Parades From When You Were a Kid
A parade is fun anytime of year, but it’s something special at Christmastime. There’s the excitement of seeing Santa, of course, and the thrill of being bundled up in the…
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Missed Cyber Monday? Don’t Miss Out on This Week’s Big Sales
Black Friday and Cyber Week sales may have ended, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still a lot of deals to be had. If you’re still searching for the perfect…
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12 Enduring Quotes From John Lennon
Forty years ago, ex-Beatle John Lennon was gunned down at age 40 outside his New York apartment. Many people who were alive then can still recall exactly where they were…
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Best and Worst States for Women
The election of Kamala Harris as the nation’s first female vice president is inspirational, but the opportunities Harris seized upon to climb the ladder are not distributed equally to women…
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20 Creative Alternatives to a Traditional Christmas Dinner
The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s are a dinner-party delight. If ever there were a time to roll out the glitz and glam, this is it. And that often…
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How We Got to 55 Million Cases of Coronavirus: A Timeline
It may seem hard to believe, but the planet has been battling the COVID-19 pandemic for a year. Official sources such as the World Health Organization and the Centers for…
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50 Best Christmas Light Displays in America
The holidays aren’t just about spectacle, but it certainly helps enhance the magical, celebratory qualities for which the season is so beloved. That’s why, despite the pandemic, most communities around…
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How Holiday Travel Is Going to Be (Really) Different This Year
COVID-19 has certainly shaken up holiday travel plans this year, but the global health crisis hasn’t put the kibosh on year-end celebrations altogether. Instead, Americans are simply getting more creative…
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25 Senior Discounts to Help Stretch the Holiday Budget
Holiday merriment comes with a price, even (and in some cases especially) during a pandemic, when prices have gone up on some essentials and other items due to high demand.…
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Youngest Elected Leaders Around the World
Perhaps it’s the looming threat of climate change and concern about the future of the planet. Or frustrations over injustices they’ve witnessed during their lifetime, or a desire to solve…
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25 gifts that let you give back
Many holiday budgets are a bit tighter this year, given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the U.S. economy. If giving gifts to your loved ones and organizations…
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20 Haunted Houses and Attractions That Are Actually Open This Year
While the coronavirus has upended much of 2020, Halloween lovers need not despair. Though traditional trick-or-treating outings may not take place in many places, there are still plenty of haunted…
