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KatarzynaBialasiewicz/istockphoto 20 Ways to Prepare for the Loss of a Spouse
The death of a spouse is a traumatic event. Whether it’s due to illness or injury and whether it’s anticipated or unexpected — it doesn’t matter. Preparing for death is something we often put off. The reality is that even…
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kajakiki/istockphoto 20 Highest Calorie Counts at Fast Food Chains (And How to Lower Them)
Everyone knows eating out can be dicey for dieters, or really anyone who wants to keep calories in check. Making things trickier: Not all diet-busters are burgers — even a soup-and-salad combo can hide an entire day’s worth of calories.…
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antoniodiaz/shutterstock Best Yoga Mats for Hot Yoga, Travel, Beginners
THE RIGHT MAT MATTERS Anyone who has ever taken a yoga class can attest that it’s not as easy as it looks. One thing that can really throw off your “om” is a yoga mat that doesn’t fit your practice.…
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franckreporter/istockphoto Best Streaming Devices: Apple TV vs. Roku vs. Amazon Fire
A streaming media player can open up worlds of new TV entertainment options — and maybe convince some users to cut the cable cord. Amazon, Apple, Google, and Roku streaming devices dominate the market. The good news is that no…
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maradon 333/shutterstock 19 Steps to Prep Your House for Fall and Winter
There’s a lot to do to get the house and yard ready as the seasons change from the heat of summer to cooler days and even cooler nights. Some of these things help prep for winter, while others will add…
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Syda Productions/shutterstock America’s 14 Worst Cities for Small Business
Entrepreneurs are bold and ambitious, yet no matter how much moxy small-business owners have, their chances of success are directly tied to the city where they set up shop. From local economies and taxes to population growth and education levels,…
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Africa Studio/shutterstock The Best Water Filters
While the water supply in much of the United States is considered very safe (with notable exceptions making headlines), even “safe” levels of contaminants might be more than you and…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 12 Best Chain Restaurants for Family-Friendly Dining
Family restaurants across the country have had a tough go of it lately. Theories abound as to why casual dining chains are in a slump compared with the rest of…
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Ali Vs. Frazier 1975 by Unknown author 15 Historic Events We Want to Relive
History is full of crucial moments (and cool inventions) whose significance can sometimes be impossible to fully grasp in the moment, but that doesn’t stop people from trying through war…
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Hulton Archive/Stringer/Archive Photos/Getty Images 25 Ways Disney Revolutionized Entertainment
Founded as the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in 1923, the Walt Disney Co. has grown to become the world’s largest entertainment company by revenue. Just as its founder pushed the…
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Floriana/istockphoto 29 Ways to Add a Gourmet Twist to a Simple, Last-Minute Meal
Eating well on a budget is all about being prepared. Sometimes that’s making a big batch of meals for the week or having a few three-ingredient recipes up the sleeve.…
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RgStudio/istockphoto 13 Travel Rewards Loopholes and Hacks to Get You More Points
Earning enough rewards points to actually score a free trip can be an incredibly lengthy process, sometimes taking years. However, by following a few insider tips, you can dramatically speed…
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5 second Studio/shutterstock How to Get to Know Your Neighbors When You Move
Each year, millions of people move to a new community. While immersing yourself in new surroundings may not trump unpacking and setting up a home, there are reasons to make…
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VladTeodor/istockphoto “Need Wi-Fi? Passwords for Every Major Airport Around the World”
WHY FLY WITHOUT WIFI? Being stuck in an airport is bad enough. Being stuck with no Wi-Fi is just this side of intolerable. The good news is, you can connect…
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UberImages/istockphoto 16 Best Places for Free Wi-Fi Across the U.S.
If youre pouring coffee, serving food, or running a store in today’s world, you can’t be a Wi-Fi dead zone. For stores and restaurants in the U.S. and around the…
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Courtesy of wikimedia.org 12 Cars That Cost More Than $1 Million
If your auto lease is almost up and you’re willing to write a check with two commas in it, this is an exciting time to go shopping for a new…
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NCHANT/istockphoto 25 of the Most Exclusive Bars and Restaurants in America
Private clubs are the last line of bar and restaurant exclusivity. Speakeasies just aren’t the same without the threat of prohibition, and anybody with internet access can figure out there’s…
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kzenon/istockphoto Best Oktoberfests Across America
Not everyone has the time and money to travel to Munich for the annual tradition of Oktoberfest. But you don’t need to book a flight to Germany to celebrate one…
