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gradyreese/istockphoto 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 to travel with your pet, or they will be spending…
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Michigan International Speedway/facebook.com 12 Must-See Car Races Across the Country This Summer
If summer conjures images not of sand, salt, and surf but of roaring engines, wild wrecks, and human collages of corporate brand logos, you must be a race fan. If so, your wait is over — race season is here.…
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Myimagine/shutterstock Free Summer Events in All 50 States
Whether it sounds more appealing to stay cool indoors at an art gallery or head out for live music and fireworks, there are lots of free things to do all over the country this summer. This roundup features some of…
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mauro_grigollo/istockphoto The Truth About What Vaping Does (and Doesn’t Do) to Your Body
When it comes to vaping, it can be hard to hear past the biased chatter from both sides to understand the actual drawbacks and potential benefits of this technology — just as it is with any growing trend where health…
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Courtesy of wikimedia.org Muscle Memories: 15 Ford Cars That Defined a Generation
It’s the end of an era at Ford Motor Co. The American carmaker that helped change history announced recently that it will no longer include passenger cars in its North American offerings, with the exception of one legendary model —…
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kieferpix/istockphoto Most Romantic Summer Date Spot in Every State
A great date night varies wildly depending on who’s on it. For an introvert, a night out at the theater or a concert with a big crowd misses the mark. For a special occasion, maybe dinner and a movie is…
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LPETTET/istockphoto The Biggest Jackpot Awarded by Every State Lottery
Lotteries rake in huge amounts of money for state and local governments, and occasionally let someone else strike it rich as well. Granted, the federal government takes 39.6 percent of…
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The Color Run 15 Wacky Workouts to Try This Summer
If you’re still heading to the gym for that same old half-hour on the elliptical or treadmill – or worse, making excuses and not going at all – it might…
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0.NI QIN/istockphoto 18 Ways to Monitor Your Kids’ Screen Time
It’s only a matter of time before a child begins reaching for a phone to watch videos or spending increasing amounts of time playing on an iPad. Kids are getting…
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Dima Sobko/shutterstock 20 Cheap Ways to Jazz Up Plain Water and Stay Hydrated This Summer
Plain water can get boring, especially during the dog days of summer, when it’s a challenge to stay hydrated. Each liter of these infusions only use a few low-cost ingredients,…
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pikselstock/shutterstock 20 Summer Weekend Getaways for Travelers on a Budget
Summer weekends have a charm all their own, offering a chance to make a brief escape and spend a brief few days enjoying the season. These respites are just a…
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wavebreakmedia/istockphoto Sacramento Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
If you’ve been paying for your kids’ meals, you’re doing it wrong. The Sacramento area has a wide variety of restaurants where kids can eat free depending on the day…
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RuslanDashinsky/istockphoto Where to Find Family Fun in All 50 States
Just another day at the beach? Not on this list, though we will spotlight at least one beach that offers more than just swimming. We’re talking dude ranches and art…
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Simon Dannhauer/istockphoto 11 Offbeat Experiences in Cancún
While many visitors to Cancún are there to celebrate spring break or load up on chilaquiles and tequila shots at all-inclusive resorts, there’s more to this seaside town than hotels…
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LUNAMARINA/istockphoto 20 Best Under-the-Radar Activities in Cancún for Families and Seniors
Once regarded as mostly a honeymooners’ destination, Cancún has become a go-to fun spot for families and seniors, with plenty of activities and fascinating things to see and do. We’ve…
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Sunny studio/shutterstock 25 Cheap Family Summer Vacations
Summer is prime time for a family getaway. If you’re concerned about costs, now’s the time to start planning a fun summer vacation that fits your budget. Whether your family…
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grki/istockphoto Chicago Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Dining out with kids can be, well, stressful to say the least. To help make things a little easier on parents (and their wallets), many restaurants in Chicago feature “kids…
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photopixel/shutterstock 25 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Cancún
As summer vacation season nears, few things sound more appealing than a trip to a tropical paradise. The stunning city of Cancún, situated on the northeast Yucatán peninsula in Mexico,…