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A man attempts to get out of a deep pit

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This video of a man defying gravity isn't a camera trick. It's ancient martial arts and physics.

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Fake baby assignment in school leads to hilarious student meltdowns

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Man looks at map

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He was kidnapped at 4. At 37, a map he drew from memory led him back to his mother.

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Amazon's entry into the robotaxi market, Zoox, has just launched in Las Vegas and the driverless vehicle promises to shake up the industry with its boxy car that looks a bit like a toaster

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Zoox Robotaxis just launched and the cute, boxy cars are driving us into the future

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New study claims eating a late breakfast can reveal severe, life-threatening health problems

"It's time to rethink breakfast yet again."

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Maryland is putting A.I. cameras on school buses. Critics call them a blatant cash grab.

Is this actually protecting children?

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New report ranks the happiest states in America

Where does your state rank?

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Experts share 5 'magical' phrases that will make any kid listen to their parents

Kids listen best when they feel connected

Culture

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Beyonce crushed a live version of Kings of Leon's "Sex on Fire" in 2011.

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Beyoncé transformed Kings of Leon's 'Sex on Fire' into a smoldering power-ballad in 2011

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An older woman takes a break from cleaning

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This grandma's 60-second trick for stained plastic containers is a total game-changer

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An older woman opens a gift

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Her maid of honor gave her a gift she couldn't open for 25 years. The contents were worth the wait.

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Pizza will find a way.

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Employee scolded for buying homeless man a pizza, customer came up with an idea to help

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Model Lauren Chan's 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue cover, photographed by Ben Watts.

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SI's first out lesbian Swimsuit cover model shares the powerful photos that didn't make it to print

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Jordan speaking at a ribbon cutting ceremony for one of the earlier Novant Health clinics in 2019.

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NBA legend Michael Jordan opens up fourth North Carolina health clinic for the uninsured

Money

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There are websites that can help lower some monthly expenses.

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Consumers share 6 little known websites that offer valuable, money-saving services for free

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A retired teacher says it's cheaper to live on a cruise ship than at home.

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77-year-old retired teacher moves onto a cruise ship because it's cheaper than a traditional home

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Steve Wozniak has no regrets selling his Apple stock early.

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Steve Wozniak responds to Internet commenter's criticism with a profound answer about happiness

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Dave Ramsey doesn't believe cost of living wage increases are fair.

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Dave Ramsey calls cost of living raises 'insulting' and shares how he decides what to pay people

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Server ingeniously settles score with customer who tipped fake $100 bill to impress his date

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A man earned an estimated $45,000 through recycling, saving up for a down payment on a house.

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Man in his 30s recycles nearly half a million cans to earn a down payment on a house

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An office worker saves tons of money by packing the same cheap lunch each day.

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Office worker saves $2,500 a year by packing this simple, nutritious $1.25-a-day meal

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How can you get promoted during a job market slump?

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Walmart executive reveals ultimate 'red flag' that holds people back and 5 ways to get ahead

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Gen Z is facing the same economic issues Millennials did at their age.

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Gen Zer shares their budget on a full-time job. Millennials share in their rage.

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Nebraska made a giant jump in happiness.

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Health

Experts say that you’re likely going to be happier if you live in Nebraska

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Scientists discover tiny 'switch' on bone cells to fight Osteoporosis by reversing bone loss

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Husband supported his wife for decades, then she inherited a fortune and left him empty-handed

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A CEO told remote workers to “go work somewhere else,” so they did

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A little girl told her dad why she'd move out someday. His reaction is every 'girl dad' ever.

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A boss demanded his employee come in 5 minutes early. The worker's 5-word question shut it down instantly.

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A bad photoshop attempt turned into a hilarious viral moment

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Husband fails at using Photoshop to convince wife not to get bangs, now everyone wants her to

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There are plenty of creative ways to reconnect and have fun without breaking the bank.

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Psychologist says these 5 free date ideas will bring couples closer together

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