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Brooke Nelson

Brooke Nelson

Brooke Nelson is a tech and consumer products writer covering the latest in digital trends, product reviews, security and privacy, and other news and features for RD.com.
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Significant Locations: How Your iPhone Knows Where You’ve Been

This feature has existed on the iPhone for years, but hardly anyone knows about it....

If You Have One of These Quarters, You’re Sitting on Thousands of Dollars

Want to make some serious cash in no time? Check your coin purse!
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There Are 4 Types of People—and These Two Types Are the Most Compatible

Zodiac signs and Myers-Briggs types have nothing on this test.

The Happiest States in America—Did Yours Make the List?

Feeling cheery? It may be because of where you live. Check to see if your...

20 Wine Terms True Wine Lovers Should Know How to Use

If you're over the age of 21, it's time to start trading up from terms...

Prince George’s School Won’t Let Him Have a Best Friend

He may be the third in line for the throne, but Prince George has to...

Here’s How to Finally Make Your Heels Stop Squeaking

One expert weighs in on how you can finally say goodbye to this annoying wardrobe...

This Grandma Found the Secret to Staying Close to Her Grandkids—Who Live 800 Miles Away

The tech-savvy grandma will have you rethinking your family reunions, guaranteed.

You Can’t Earn Someone’s Trust Without This One Thing, According to an FBI Agent

Forget the “golden rule.” You should start following the “platinum rule,” instead.

Yes, There Is an Actual Day When Your Partner Is Most Likely to Cheat

We can now predict, down to the day and time, when your partner will contact...

The Nasty Reason You Shouldn’t Use the Kettle in Your Hotel Room

Hint: It has something to do with germs. Lots and lots of germs.
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If You See This Message on Facebook, Don’t Click! It’s a Virus.

Hackers could be making a lot of money off of this cyber scam.
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Yes, Airlines DO Have a Dress Code. Here’s How You Can Use It to Get an Upgrade.

Attention, all jet-setters! There's a simple way to make your flying experience much, much better.

This Japanese Beauty Trick Could Make Your Hair Grow Super Fast

Bye-bye, short hair! This DIY treatment-turned-hair-trend couldn’t be easier.

Kate Middleton Has One Surprising—and Fun!—Hobby (and It Costs Less Than $10)

Even a royal princess needs to let loose from time to time.

These Two Places Could Be the 51st and 52nd States of America

Could we add two more stars to the American flag in the near future? Experts...

If Your Child’s Drawings Look Like This, You Could Be Raising a Genius

According to a new study, the real way to find out if you have a...

Forget a Hotel Room—You Can Rent These Private Islands for Just $300 a Night

Sit back, relax, and prepare for the vacation of your dreams.

This Is the Perfect Age to Retire, According to Science (Hint: It’s Not 65!)

A Japanese doctor says the average retirement age is completely wrong.
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This Is Why You Should Never, Ever Eat Food on Planes (Hint: It’s Not Because It Tastes Bad!)

We have yet another reason why you should avoid those tasteless, frozen meals.

This Is the Strange (But True!) Origin of the Smiley Face

The story behind the happiness symbol isn't as cheerful as you'd expect.

Good News! Science Has Confirmed That Kids Get Their Intelligence From Mom

There’s a very scientific reason why you can thank mother dearest for your smarts.

Prince George Just Got a Pep Talk from His Dad—and the Photos Are Adorable

His pout is officially the cutest thing we’ve ever seen.

Here’s What That Sticker on Your Fruit Really Means (It’s Not Just for Checkout!)

Hint: If you see a #9, that's a good sign!

The World’s Ugliest Color Will Have You Kicking This Deadly Habit

Ugly has never looked quite so good.
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The Secret to a Happy Marriage Is NOT Communication, Experts Say

Sometimes it pays off to pick your battles.
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Job Hunters, Listen Up: Here’s How to Land a Job Using Google’s New Job Search Engine

Finding your next gig just got WAY easier thanks to this streamlined search site.

OMG! Prince William Just Disobeyed Royal Protocol—and Here’s the Amazing Reason Why

The future King of England just proved that actions speak louder than words.
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This Is Prince Harry’s Real Name (Hint: It’s Not Actually Harry!)

Turns out, we’ve all been calling the royal the wrong name for his entire life.

Where Did the Donut Hole REALLY Come From?

And now for a lesson in the donut-ology. (If that's not a course, it should...