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    Things They Don’t Teach in School Anymore — and What Kids Are Learning Instead

    Most everyone agrees it’s important to be educated, but what we’re educated about is a subject up for constant debate. Accordingly, national, state, and local school curriculums have changed a great deal over the decades thanks to many influential factors,…

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    Vintage School Supplies: These Traditional Must-Haves Take Us Back to Childhood

    Back-to-school shopping remains as much of a ritual as ever, but the gear that’s filling today’s backpacks looks a little different than it did several decades ago. Whether you learned to read with Dick and Jane, brought your PB&J in…

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    7 Unexpected Things You Can Clean With Aluminum Foil

    Aluminum foil is a surprisingly versatile cleaning tool that can help rejuvenate a number of household items. Thanks to its abrasive texture that helps remove tough food particles, the shiny stuff can also be used to restore silverware or clean…

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    The Worst Wildfires in U.S. History

    Over the past few years, millions of acres of land have been destroyed by deadly wildfires, whether manmade or due to weather. Currently, Hawaii is battling the deadliest U.S. wildfire in the past five years. At least 36 people have…

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    50+ Famous Left-Handed People Who Changed the World

    The world’s left-handed people have always been in the minority — southpaws make up just about 10 percent of the population. Being in the minority didn’t hold back countless left-handers through history who have made their mark. Next time you’re…

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    Chili’s Wedding Trend: How Couples Are Saying ‘I Do’ with Fajitas

    While your wedding is supposed to be one of the most special days of your life, planning it can sometimes feel like a nightmare. From seating charts and venue availability to decorations and menu planning, the entire process can be…