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Claire Nowak

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The Secret Recipe Behind Costco’s Chicken Bakes—Revealed

They’re one of the reasons Costco is your favorite store. Now, you can make them...

18 Things Pickpockets Don’t Want You to Know

Whether you’re traveling abroad or in a crowded U.S. city, cunning pickpockets could be watching...
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8 Signs Your Dog Really Does Trust You

How close are you really to your furry best friend?

The Real Reason King Charles Always Wears a Ring on His Pinky

Have you noticed Charles's signet ring?
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This Is Why McDonald’s Won’t Serve Burgers in the Morning

Sorry, Big Mac fans. You need to wait until 10:30 a.m. to place your order—at...

Why Don’t Americans and Brits Have the Same Accents?

The British founded America’s original thirteen colonies, so we should be speaking in the same...

13 Words You Will Never Hear the Royal Family Say

Some terms are considered too improper to be spoken by royalty. In her book Watching...

13 Panda Facts That Will Make You Love Them Even More

Because who doesn't want to know more about the most adorable animals on the planet?

How Exactly Do Standby Flights Work?

Flying standby isn’t what it used to be, but it’s not impossible.
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13 Drive-Through Workers Spill the Craziest Things They’ve Seen at Work

It takes a brave soul to work the drive-through.

11 Things You Shouldn’t Store in Your Bathroom

Some products made specifically to be used in the bathroom should definitely not be stored...
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12 of the Coolest McDonald’s Locations Around the World

Your local McDonald's has nothing on these architectural feats of fast food fandom.

13 Must-See Sights You Can Only See on Route 66

As one of the first U.S. highways ever made, Route 66 carries with it a...
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This Is What’s Actually in Chick-fil-A’s Famous Sauce

These ingredients are probably in your kitchen right now!

What Exactly Is May Day Anyway?

You’ve heard of it, you know it takes place sometime in May, but other than...
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The Subtle but Powerful Significance Behind the Titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex

These titles were the most logical choices for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to receive,...

The Real Reason Trader Joe’s Sells $2 Wine

This story is one of sudden glory, tragic downfall, and suspicious business—not at all what...
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The Real Reason Costco’s Hot Dogs Cost $1.50

The big box store isn’t planning on raising that price either.

Why Your Pet’s Food Bowl Could Be Making You Sick

What’s more, your pet is at risk, too.

This is What the 6 in Motel 6 Stands For

No, it wasn’t the founder’s favorite number.
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This Is Why Tomato Juice Tastes Better on Planes

Even if you normally don't like it, your taste buds will thank you mid-flight.

This Is Why the Letter “Q” Is Almost Always Followed by “U”

Q would be quite lonely without its buddy U.

16 Explanations You Don’t Owe Anyone—Really

The choices we make define us, so we deserve to be confident in those decisions—No...
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The Real Reason Queen Elizabeth II Carried a Purse All the Time

It wasn't just a fashion statement
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8 Sure Signs Your Cat Trusts You

Sometimes it's hard to tell what your cat is thinking. These signs can let you...

This State Has the Fewest Starbucks Locations in the Country

There are only a single-digit number of places to buy your favorite Starbucks coffee here.
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This Fast-Food Chain Invented Kids’ Meals—It’s Not McDonald’s

You’ve probably never heard of this chain, but it basically invented fast food as we...
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This Is Why We Celebrate Presidents’ Day

Newsflash: It isn’t even technically called “Presidents’ Day.”
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This Grocery Store Is One of America’s Most Hated Companies

Employees do not like working here, to put it lightly.
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Why You Should Never Keep Your Phone in the Glove Compartment

It may seem like a good idea, but it also has damaging consequences.