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How to Always Win Ringtoss and Other Notoriously Tricky Carnival Games

Carnival games are rigged even harder than slot machines, but not every game is equally unfair.

9 Weird Ways Pencils Changed the World

Why pencils are yellow, who drank graphite-infused wine, Hemingway's pointy little secret to great writing, and more.


11 Early Reading Habits That Make Young Kids Love Books

How parents read to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can have a huge impact on how much they love reading and...


Upgrade a Supermarket Bouquet: 9 Tricks to Make Cheap Flowers Look Expensive

Procrastinated again? Here, how to quickly turn a last-minute flower gift into a beautiful arrangement.


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Here’s the Most Polite Way to Split a Bill (and Etiquette Advice for Other Modern Annoyances)

Etiquette experts sound off on how to navigate some of life’s trickiest moments.


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How Charities Spend Your Money: Eye-Opening Truths to Read Before You Donate

Know what happens when you donate money to these four organizations, and how to make sure your giving counts.


5 Universal Design Needs for Aging in Place

If you'd like to grow older at home (known as aging in place), you'll need to consider these universal design...


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Senior Living: From 55 Apartments to Retirement Housing

Which senior living scenario is right for your family's needs?


Why Do Top Students Cheat?

Cheating has gone from a nasty habit to a nationwide epidemic.