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Brittany Gibson

Brittany Gibson is a regular contributor to RD.com’s culture, food, health, and travel sections. She was previously an editorial intern for RD.com and Westchester Magazine. Her articles have appeared on Buzzfeed, Business Insider, AOL, Yahoo, and MSN, among other sites. She earned a BA in English from the University of Connecticut

12 Stunning Black Sand Beaches You Never Knew Existed

Mother Nature never fails to surprise us.

7 Naturally Beautiful Pink Lakes from Around the World

We know, there are so many pink lakes and so little time. Fortunately, there are...

Can You Guess These Animals Based on Their Footprints?

How many of these footprints can you guess correctly?

9 Heart-Shaped Islands and Lakes Around the World

Get a look at these stunning heart-shaped destinations made by Mother Nature.

14 Surprising Bedroom Items You Should Have Replaced by Now

If you need a reason to splurge on new bedding, we have some good news—it's...
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24 Things Restaurant Owners Wish They Could Tell You

Restaurant owners are in charge of quite a bit when it comes to owning a...

This Is the Worst Day to Go Out to Dinner, According to a Master Chef

You may want to consider cooking at home on this one holiday.

11 Deadly Myths About Electricity That Need to Be Cleared Up

We use electricity every single day—here's what you should know to stay safe.

8 Surprising Places You’d Never Believe It’s Snowed

Venturing down south to escape the cold? Think again.

These 11 Household Items Are Seriously Hazardous for Your Pets

Make sure you keep these household items away from your pets to keep them happy...
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This Is the Real Difference Between Unbranded and Branded Gasoline

You might want to spend the extra money for the best quality fuel.

Here’s Why People Started Counting Sheep to Fall Asleep

One sheep, two sheep, three sheep...wait, why are we counting sheep again?

Here’s Why You Never Got an E on Your Report Card

A, B, C, D, F... wait, what?

There’s a Psychological Reason You Laugh at the Worst Times

They say laughter is the best medicine...unless you're laughing in these situations.

Yes, It’s Possible to “Cook” an Egg Without Heat—Here’s How

It's not magic—it's pure science

The Way You Answer These 6 Questions Can Tell Us How Wise You Really Are

So, how wise are you?
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This Is the Real Reason You Hate Scary Movies

Yes, it's perfectly normal to NOT enjoy being scared.

This Is Why You Should Be Keeping a Lemon on Your Nightstand

Start saving up lemons!

The 12 Things You Should Tell Your Spouse Every Day for a Happier Marriage

Are you in less of the honeymoon phase and more of the “don’t forget paper...
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The REAL Difference Between Fancy Ketchup and Regular Ketchup

As it turns out, fancy ketchup isn't so fancy after all.

This Is the Real Difference Between White, Cremini, and Portobello Mushrooms

Hint: It has to do with age!