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High schoolers create device to keep seniors with Parkinson’s from falling, inspired by cats

High schoolers create device to keep seniors with Parkinson’s from falling, inspired by cats

Difficulties with balance are one of the more recognizable symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The symptom can lead to falling and serious injury, as...

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New Jersey high school has mandatory rite of passage: 55-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail

New Jersey high school has mandatory rite of passage: 55-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail

For the past 52 years, St. Benedict’s Preparatory School in Newark, New Jersey, has maintained one mandatory rite of passage for all freshmen: a...

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Every December, a school in Ireland ditches homework and does ‘kindness’ assignments instead

Every December, a school in Ireland ditches homework and does ‘kindness’ assignments instead

Despite controversial-but-compelling evidence that homework takes time away from families with little to no appreciable benefit for students, kids...

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A 17-year-old was mocked for calling an $80 purse a ‘luxury.’ Her response was pure class.

A 17-year-old was mocked for calling an $80 purse a ‘luxury.’ Her response was pure class.

You never know what someone is going through, or more importantly, where they’ve come from. Insults of any kind are painful, but jabs towards...

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UPS driver goes viral after sharing his weekly paycheck

UPS driver goes viral after sharing his weekly paycheck

People are seriously considering switching careers after finding out how much can be made as a UPS delivery driver. Skyler Stutzman, an Oregon-based...

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Thousands of concertgoers in Poland spontaneously sing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and it’s flawless

Thousands of concertgoers in Poland spontaneously sing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and it’s flawless

The music of Queen has a profound visceral effect on everyone. Few pieces of art can cause complete strangers to put aside their differences and come...

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Wildlife researchers discover tigers doing something we previously thought went against their very nature

Wildlife researchers discover tigers doing something we previously thought went against their very nature

We’ve been told since the dawn of time that tigers are fiercely solitary creatures. But recent wildlife footage completely challenges that...

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Foster mom debunks the common “getting too attached” myth of foster parenting

Foster mom debunks the common “getting too attached” myth of foster parenting

Foster care can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s not without its emotional challenges. One of the most common fears among those...

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Sharon Stone shares ex-husband’s heartbreaking reaction to her mastectomy, prompting a flood of similar stories

Sharon Stone shares ex-husband’s heartbreaking reaction to her mastectomy, prompting a flood of similar stories

Sharon Stone recently appeared on David Begnaud’s The Person Who Believed in Me podcast, at which point she revisited an unsavory memory from the...

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Tomato soup cake might sound like something that should stay in the Great Depression, but people swear it’s surprisingly delicious

Tomato soup cake might sound like something that should stay in the Great Depression, but people swear it’s surprisingly delicious

You say “tomato,” I say…“dessert”?  That would certainly be the case if I were living during the Great Depression and World War II. This...

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Husband asks the world for help after fallout from secretive wife’s choice of ‘horrible’ baby name

Husband asks the world for help after fallout from secretive wife’s choice of ‘horrible’ baby name

There’s a fine line between a unique name and one that sets kids up for a lifetime of ridicule. On the one hand, maybe it shouldn’t matter what...

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Happiness expert says if Americans used social media like non-English speakers it would fix everything

Happiness expert says if Americans used social media like non-English speakers it would fix everything

Nearly every culture in the world uses social media. However, there are some subtle differences in how and why we use social media, and it can have...

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Why yellow mittens have been superior for the coldest climates for over 300 years

Why yellow mittens have been superior for the coldest climates for over 300 years

When it comes to mittens, one color reigns supreme: yellow. If you grew up in snowier regions—like Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, Maine,...

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Canadian woman saves injured crow from rain gutter. Then the ‘gifts’ started coming.

Canadian woman saves injured crow from rain gutter. Then the ‘gifts’ started coming.

We know that it’s customary for crows to leave what appear to be “gifts”—shiny metal bits, buttons, marbles, or even lost jewelry—for the...

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No one could have guessed that this New York cemetery has been home to 5.5 million bees for centuries

No one could have guessed that this New York cemetery has been home to 5.5 million bees for centuries

A few years ago (spring of 2022, to be precise), lab tech for Cornell University’s entomology department Rachel Fordyce had taken her usual morning...

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Fake pregnant bellies, ‘consumptive chic,’ and other truly bizarre fashion trends from the olden days

Fake pregnant bellies, ‘consumptive chic,’ and other truly bizarre fashion trends from the olden days

People always talk about how crazy today’s fashion trends are. When you take a look at our history, though, you’ll find that humans have always...

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Doctor’s alcohol tip that ‘could save your life’ goes viral on TikTok

Doctor’s alcohol tip that ‘could save your life’ goes viral on TikTok

Holiday parties are often nights filled with celebratory shots and champagne toasts. One doctor is gently reminding folks the importance of partying...

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Dad found out his son bullied a kid at school and came up with a brilliant teaching moment

Dad found out his son bullied a kid at school and came up with a brilliant teaching moment

What do you do when you find out your kid bullied someone? For many parents, the first step is forcing an apology. While this response is of course...

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How a real Chinese Titanic survivor inspired an iconic scene from the James Cameron film

How a real Chinese Titanic survivor inspired an iconic scene from the James Cameron film

One of the most talked-about scenes in James Cameron’s epic blockbuster Titanic is undoubtedly when Rose, played by Kate Winslet, survives by...

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Man cuts off MAGA friend over a song lyric, sparking conversation about confirmation bias

This might at first seem like a political-leaning story. But in truth, it’s not. More so, it’s a reminder we could all use about the importance of...

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One female photographer captured 7,000 images of Victorian women that feel incredibly modern

When we think of Victorian women, we don’t immediately picture women laughing together, hugging one another, smoking cigarettes, or living their...

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‘Reformed optimizer’ makes compelling case for why optimization culture is ‘killing us’

Recently, Diary of a CEO host Steven Bartlett (a man known for his “obsession” with data and wellness tracking) drew some backlash after sharing...

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Why every single Cheez-It cracker takes 24 whole hours to make

It’s crazy to think that you can inhale 40-something Cheez-Its in a matter of seconds, and every single one of those crispy, flavorful one-inch...

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How Germans took a stand against Nazis by dancing to ‘degenerate’ swing music

Jazz became a worldwide sensation throughout the 1920s, and Germany was no exception. However, as the political climate grew darker in the 1930s, jazz...

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‘Never seen anything like it.’ Scientists discover brand new species of octopus.

Imagine being a scientist scanning the ocean floor when suddenly a powder blue, golf ball-sized, eight-legged critter that looked like it’s been put...

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New York City was visited by nine different whales in one day and the photos are incredible

People often pay to go on whale watching tours in hopes of mayyyyybe catching a single glimpse of a tail splashing the water, if they’re lucky....

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Overwhelmed new mother hears the perfect parenting advice from her mom on doorbell cam

“How on earth can one person do it all?” This is a question so many mothers ask themselves. Especially after giving birth, when life seems to...

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In 1890, a college student hid a camera in his vest, giving us the first candid look at Victorian life

When we think of people in Victorian times, it’s hard not to conjure up images of rigid poses and stoic, serious faces. After all, these were the...

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Clever Georgia handyman turns pink Barbie camper into a gas-saving mini vehicle

It’s safe to say any and all of us would like to save money on exorbitant gas prices these days. Whether that looks like staying at home,...

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Colorado elementary school puts on 75-minute Phish musical, and it was delightfully epic

Sure, you could venture to Vegas to experience Phish’s legendary Gamehendge saga in 360 at the Sphere…but it would all pale in comparison to the...

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Scientists think humans developed right-handedness thanks to these 2 factors

Since the dawn of man, right-handedness has reigned supreme without much intel as to why. While our ape brethren also develop strong preferences...

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People share 20 everyday things from the 90s and early 2000s that are now considered ‘luxuries’

Bob Dylan sang that the times are a-changin’ back in 1964, and since then, they haven’t ever stopped a-changin’. And yes, change has been a...

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Scientists finally uncover why old buildings feel creepy, and it has nothing to do with haunted spirits

Many of us have walked into an old building and felt some kind of eeriness. Depending on your own personal beliefs, you might be inclined to attribute...

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Hair salons in Europe are dumping their clippings into forests and it’s miraculous

Every day, hair salons sweep countless hair clippings off their floors and toss them into the trash without much thought. But in parts of France,...

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Daughter surprises her dad with ‘prized possession’ he sold 30 years ago to help the family

Many people dream of somehow being able to repay their parents for the sacrifices made for them during childhood. Whether that’s something physical,...

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Middle schoolers in New Hampshire created an adorable mini boat that sailed all the way to Norway

This story brings a whole new meaning to the word friendship. In October 2020, the middle schoolers of Rye Junior High, in Rye, New Hampshire, bid a...

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Father of LGBTQ kids has a perfect response to homophobic new neighbor who tried to shame him

Sometimes, when we encounter unsavory behavior from others, a response is warranted. But the real art is responding in a way that’s clear, strong,...

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Millennial mom is stunned when grandma compares parenting in the 80s to now

Raising kids is tough no matter what generation you fall into, but it’s hard to deny that there was something much simpler about the childrearing...

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Adopted puppy takes first walk with new family and digs up treasure worth nearly $8,000

Many a canine lover would agree that all dogs add value to our lives. But let’s face it, Ollie takes it to a whole new level. In 2022, Adam Clark...

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A doctor says there’s finally a clear winner in the morning or night shower debate

Dr. Jason Singh, who has all kinds of medical insights on TikTok, weighed in on the topic he joked was “more debatable than pineapple on pizza.”...

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Brendan Fraser surprised everyone at a screening of ‘The Mummy’ by showing up in costume

Brendan Fraser might be making the greatest career comeback ever, having won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his dramatic, transformative role in...

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She bought the perfect wedding dress that went viral on TikTok, for $3.75

At first glance, one might think that Jillian Lynch wore a traditional (read: expensive) dress to her wedding. After all, it did look glamorous on...

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North Carolina graduates blown away when commencement speaker pledges to pay off their senior-year debt

In Raleigh, North Carolina, a college graduation turned into something students at North Carolina State University will likely talk about for the rest...

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20 years ago his BBC interview became a viral comedy hit. Now, he’s sharing his secret to staying calm

Since his accidental 15 minutes of fame in 2006, Guy Goma has been the epitome of keeping calm under pressure. The video—in which Goma showed up for...

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Mom gives a tour of her typical ‘middle-class home’ and it’s exactly what people needed

Sure, it’s lovely to see pristine, perfectly curated homes that look like they belong in Architectural Digest. A little inspo never hurt anyone. But...

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Leave TV or music on for your pet when you’re not home? Science says these genres are best.

It’s a common kindness among pet owners to leave their fur babies some kind of background noise whenever they’re gone for extended periods of...

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30 musicians came out of nowhere on the streets of Paris and began performing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

Just when you think you’ve heard every amazing “Bohemian Rhapsody” cover imaginable, from standout AGT performances to spontaneous crowd...

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Nail-biting video shows a woman as she realizes a creepy man is following her

It’s no secret that even the most seemingly safe of public places can instantly turn dangerous for a woman. Is it fair? No. But is it common?...

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The forgotten reason teachers don’t use the letter ‘E’ in grading anymore

We all know how the grading system works. A is the best score you can get (and the only acceptable score for the perfectionists among us). Then comes...

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Boomer dad plays song to comfort his daughter going through divorce and it’s everything

There’s no shortage of stories out there showing how emotionally distant or out of touch some baby boomers can be. Younger generations are so fed up...

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