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    8 Things Every ’70s Kitchen Had That Have Disappeared

    The ’70s were a vibe. It was a time when kitchens served as vibrant, eclectic spaces lined with unique appliances and decor. Though many of these items have since been replaced by modern creations, they remain cherished memories for those…

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    11 Summery Italian Salads Perfect for the Poolside

    Italians know their way around a salad. The country’s abundance of fresh produce and emphasis on cooking seasonally means there are a ton of refreshing salad options for every summer party and gathering. So this summer, take your cue from…

  • 9 Jobs That Still Offer Traditional Pensions, like utility workers and the military
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    9 Jobs That Still Offer Traditional Pensions

    A traditional pension (also known as a defined-benefit plan) guarantees a specific monthly benefit at retirement that’s typically based on salary and years of service. But in today’s job market, traditional pensions are becoming increasingly rare. Instead, many employers are…

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    Hole-in-the-Wall Italian Restaurants Guy Fieri Says You Need to Visit

    With a last name like Fieri (pronounced “Fee-eddy” if you want to impress your friends), you know there’s got to be some serious Italian flavor in the Mayor of Flavortown’s DNA. Italian through his paternal grandfather, Guy Fieri has visited…

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    Cheesecake to Chili: 11 Cream Cheese Recipes That Are Easy and Delicious

    Cream cheese isn’t just for bagels. This versatile ingredient can add a creamy, tangy twist to a variety of dishes, from savory dinners to sweet desserts. There’s a whole world of easy cream cheese recipes to explore, and the ones…

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    These Absolutely Wild Reviews of McDonald’s in Paris Are Hilarious

    Paris is known for many things, but one of the most revered is the food. To dine in Paris is to dine where food has been worshiped and perfected for generations. There’s also a McDonald’s. And people choose to eat…

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    10 Light and Easy Brunch Recipes to Make at Home

    Who wants to get up early in the morning to make breakfast? Take your time. Stretch. Have your coffee slowly. Get going on brunch instead — and then you don’t have…

  • Retro Gadgets That Were Surprisingly Ahead of Their Time
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    Retro Gadgets That Were Surprisingly Ahead of Their Time

    In an era where technology evolves at lightning speed, it’s easy to forget the trailblazers who paved the way for today’s innovations. Long before smartphones and smartwatches, there were gizmos…

  • Two Images of Pizza From Pizzerias in Tokyo
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    This is Why Tokyo is the Best Pizza Town

    Would you believe me if I told you that the best pizza I’ve ever had was in Tokyo? Yes —I’ve been to Italy before. Yep — I’ve even eaten my…

  • Brands That Changed Their Recipes and Were Hit With Backlash, like Coke and Oreos
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    10 Iconic Food Brands That Changed Their Recipe and People Lost Their Minds

    Over the years, some of the world’s most iconic food companies have modified their recipes hoping to attract more customers. While the changes were often made with seemingly noble intentions, they…

  • 8 Things to Cook With Pancake Mix That Aren’t Pancakes, like Pizza Casserole and Onion Rings
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    8 Things to Cook With Pancake Mix That Aren’t Pancakes

    Unless you bought one of those 4-6 serving packages of Bisquick or Hungry Jack pancake mix, chances are you still have a lot of mix left over from the last…

  • 10 Things Boomers Should Consider Selling in Retirement, like old furniture and  vacation homes
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    10 Things Boomers Should Consider Selling in Retirement

    As more baby boomers enter retirement, many find themselves grappling with the challenges of being able to live comfortably without savings or additional financial support. In fact, up to 40% of older Americans…

  • The Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in the MLB, like Shohei Ohtani and Stephen Strasburg
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    The Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in the MLB

    Major League Baseball continues to captivate fans with its thrilling games, legendary players, and, of course, staggering salaries. As we look at the 2024 season, the financial landscape of the sport…

  • Trader Joe's frozen scallops and an image of cooked scallops on risotto with asparagus
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    Super Easy Frozen Seafood Recipes That Are Surprisingly Delicious

    Buying frozen seafood is easy. Cooking frozen seafood is also easy, yet it seems a lot more daunting than it is. Not sure what to do with those frozen scallops…

  • Examples of DIY disasters
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    Hilariously Bad DIY Disasters We Saw This Week

    When it comes to DIY projects, just because you can doesn’t mean you should. In fact, it doesn’t even mean you can. You might just think you can. Need to…

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    Missing Your Favorite Discontinued Foods? These Alternatives Should Do the Trick

    Wallowing in the emptiness of longing for a discontinued snack you once worshipped will never satisfy your craving. What might trick your tastebuds, however, is trying out some similar options…

  • 9 Insanely Stupid Things Billionaires Did With Their Money, like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos
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    9 Insanely Stupid Things Billionaires Did With Their Money

    Despite the immense potential billionaires have to make positive changes to the world, many choose to spend their fortunes on wildly extravagant and frivolous pursuits. Though some of the world’s…

  • 8 American Cities to Avoid at All Costs This Summer, like Orlando, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.
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    8 American Cities to Avoid at All Costs This Summer

    It seems like during the summer, we are all bound to be reckless, and it’s in with the “Hooray, it’s summer, let’s make decisions we’ll regret later” and out with…