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    40 Best Airbnbs for a Summer Vacation

    Just as Uber reinvented taxi services for the digital age by letting anyone become a driver, Airbnb does the same for hospitality by letting anyone play host at their own home or vacation rental. This means vacationers looking on Airbnb…

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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 the public sphere as well.  The most enduring have been…

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    30 Cities Where Today’s College Grads Can Actually Make a Living

    The economy is better for graduating college students than it’s been in years, but that isn’t saying much. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, their unemployment rate is 7.1 percent, far worse than the 3.8 percent unemployment rate for…

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    17 Underrated Summer Fruits and What to Do With Them

    In addition to all those sunburned tourists, the sunny summer weather brings with it a new crop of ripe fruits to enjoy all season long. But since the produce selection in most grocery stores is very standardized, it can be…

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    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 pride in our country. And leading the way is Old…

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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 area offer a break, allowing kids to eat free or…

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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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    The Best Bike Trails in All 50 States

    No matter what kind of bike you ride, you may have a favorite trail or path nearby. But if you’re bored with your local bike trail or looking to explore…

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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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    28 Father’s Day Gifts Dad Will Enjoy All Year

    What gift can you give for the person who gave you everything? It’s always difficult shopping for a parent, but especially so for Father’s Day, when it’s all-too-easy to get…

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    30 Easy Picnic Staples to Pack for a Day in the Sun

    A picnic elevates a beautiful day into a fun event. Preparing food at home allows for low-cost, customized flavors, so everyone ends the day satiated and happy. These 30 takes…

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    What You’ll Pay for a Square Foot of Real Estate Across the Country

    It’s no secret that location is everything in real estate. But when you look at home prices in the vast metropolitan regions that surround America’s cities, it becomes strikingly clear…

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    How to Make Classic Childhood Candies

    Want to take a trip down memory lane to savor your favorite candies from childhood without going to the candy store? From Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to Starburst Fruit Chews…

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    How Higher Fuel Prices Are Shaking Up Air Travel This Summer

    If you’ve been waiting for a deal on airline tickets this summer, you may be out of luck. Jet fuel is one of airlines’ biggest expenses, and prices are up…

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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 Foods Worth Splurging On

    Even if you’re trying to save money, it isn’t always best to buy food at the lowest possible price. There’s a time and a place — and a reason —…

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    25 Candy Stores That Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again

    Ice cream might be the quintessential summer treat, but nothing beats a handful of your favorite sweets from the local candy store. There are still plenty of sweet shops across…

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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…