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miralex/istockphoto 20 Under-the-Radar Beaches Below the Equator
With winter rapidly approaching, now is the time to begin daydreaming about (or actively planning) a sun-soaked beach getaway. And while countless travelers head to the tried-and-true beaches of Florida or Mexico, real beach connoisseurs in search of smaller crowds…
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Justin Sullivan/Getty Images 12 Things to Know Before Buying Cannabis in States Where It’s Legal
In less than two decades, 33 states have legalized cannabis in some form, indicating that there’s been a major shift in public opinion on marijuana use. But as the laws continue to evolve, those who are curious about buying cannabis…
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nrqemi/istockphoto 22 Tips for a Successful Side Hustle
Uber and Lyft. Rover. TaskRabbit. Shipt. Postmates. The list of gig economy opportunities is long these days. For those looking to make a little extra cash — whether for early retirement, to pay off debt, or otherwise — there’s never…
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gregobagel/istockphoto 10 Historic Firehouses Across America
Aside from being indispensable to their communities, firehouses hold plenty of charm, nostalgia, and civic pride. Many fire stations have a rich past, continuing to serve today as historic landmarks, architectural wonders, and tourist attractions, since many are converted into…
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Wild West Show at High Chaparral by High Chaparral Sweden (CC BY-SA) 29 American-Themed Restaurants and Attractions Around the World
If you travel throughout America, you’ll find a near-countless array of restaurants, theme parks and even entire small towns attempting (with varying degrees of accuracy) to recreate the look, feel and flavors of other countries. And if you travel throughout…
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Eivaisla/istockphoto Tips and Hacks to Eat Low-Carb at Any Restaurant
It has never been easier to dine out with a restrictive diet. Especially with the most popular these days — going gluten-free or keeping to a keto (low-carbohydrate, high-fat plan) diet — restaurants are tuned in and will usually accommodate…
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karelnoppe/istockphoto I Grew Up in a Religion That Bans Alcohol and Now I Write About Wine for a Living
“Let’s promise,” 6-year-old me solemnly proposed to my father, “that we’ll never use coffee, tea, tobacco, alcohol, or drugs. Let’s pinky swear.” Most fathers wouldn’t make such a sweeping promise,…
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trekandshoot/istockphoto 20 States With the Worst Roads (and 5 With the Best)
Dodging potholes on your way to work? Getting road rage because your local highway is deteriorating? According to Transportation for America, a nonpartisan watchdog that lobbies for responsible infrastructure spending,…
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blackred/istockphoto These 32 Stores Are Getting Rid of Cashiers and Checkout Lanes
Checkout lines are already under attack by Amazon, but may vanish entirely if stores get their way. When Amazon opened its first bricks-and-mortar Amazon Go locations last year — where…
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AJ_Watt/istockphoto 28 Ways to Prepare for a New Career Later in Life
Switching careers at any age can be a daunting task. But for those who already have decades of work experience under their belt, it can be even more challenging given…
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izusek / E+ / Getty Images CC Top 25 U.S. Cities for Craft Beer
More than 7,000 craft breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs are operating across the country, according to the Brewers Association. With so many choices, finding the best cities for craft beer can…
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Marilyn Nieves/istockphoto Frightfully Fun Halloween Parades and Parties
Sooner or later we all age out of trick-or-treating, but no one is too old to enjoy Halloween. While children gorge themselves on free candy and enjoy pumpkin patches and corn…
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Robert Kneschke/shutterstock 15 Ways to Stop Being So Sedentary at the Office
With each passing decade, fewer and fewer Americans have physically active jobs. Sedentary jobs have increased by more than 80% since 1950, according to the American Heart Association. “It’s important…
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Old Salem Museums & Gardens/Facebook The Best Neighborhoods for Halloween Fun Across America
Halloween snuck up fast. Find local events for kids and adults, from spooky outings to festive fun, perfect for a safe celebration near you.
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How to Get a College Degree for Less
With the average cost of a four-year degree tipping past $90,000 for in-state public colleges and nearing $180,000 for private colleges, many would-be students are priced out. Earlier this year…
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LWA/Dann Tardif/Getty Images Popular Chocolate Halloween Candies Ranked from Worst to Best
For most kids (and parents), Halloween means candy, and retail projections suggest that collectively we’ll be spending $2.6 billion on the sweet stuff this season. Candy corn may be the…
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tupungato/istockphoto 17 Incredible Feats of American Ingenuity Across the Country
Tales of American innovation never get old, and the nation is packed with reminders of the can-do spirit that has led to some of history’s most important landmarks, public works,…
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Tom Merton/Getty Images 14 Cheap Ways to Hack Your Life for Happiness
What makes someone happy? The World Happiness Report shows that Finland, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and the Netherlands may have it figured out — they score highest on a “happiness scale” out…
