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Older woman stares into the distance as a digital representation of the brain repairs itself.

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Health

Discovery of a protein that reverses Alzheimer's and heals brain injuries stuns scientists

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A.I. helped archeologists uncover 303 more geoglyphs from Peru.

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History

Archeologists uncover one of the biggest puzzles in history, Peruvian desert floor carvings

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A dog escaped the clutches of a coyote thanks to a savvy drone pilot.

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Animals

Drone pilot helps missing dog escape from coyote in dramatic video

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A blindfolded woman with her hands up.

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Family

Blindfolded mom instinctively picks son out of a lineup, showing the power of instincts

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HOA regrets trimming homeowner’s mulberry tree after dazzling revenge display

After an unauthorized branch cut, a corner homeowner lit up their mulberry tree with PVC and Christmas lights in a brilliantly petty response the HOA couldn’t ignore.

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Grandmother's brilliant hack removes stains from plastic containers, amazes internet

The hack has caught the attention of the internet because it just requires two items.

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Diner stunned as waiter returns $25 tip, saying it’s too low

A routine dinner turned tense when a server refused a tip below 18%, reigniting the debate over tipping culture and expectations.

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Animals

Brave pit bull saves unconscious owners by flagging down stranger

“This dog wanted me to follow him.”

Culture

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Past Events

A Kansas child said there was a monster under the bed. It turned out to be real.

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Remembering when Paul McCartney visited Brian Wilson and played him a new Beatles song.

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Culture

Brian Wilson was profoundly moved when Paul McCartney visited him and played a new Beatles song

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The Bee Gees harmonize beautifully on a live acoustic version of "Massachusetts."

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Culture

The Bee Gees' perfect harmonies and humor charmed Johnny Carson in acoustic performance

Heroes

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

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Heroes

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

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A seventh grader's heroism saved his family.

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Heroes

Virginian 12-year-old wins honor after saving his family from a fiery blaze

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Fisherman casts his line and reels in a drowning woman, saving her life

Money

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

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Money

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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Money

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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Money

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

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This can be yours for under $11K.

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Money

America's most luxurious affordable home: A tiny house that sells for under $11,000 on Amazon

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Should "mystery boxes" be sold at an upcycling community thrift store?

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Money

Baffled customer calls out $60 'Amazon mystery boxes' being sold at local Goodwill

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You can cool your home without breaking the bank.

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Money

The best ways to beat the heat on the cheap in your house during the summer

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Why a millionaire heiress gave away her $27 million inheritance to strangers

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The least expensive furniture might not come from a store at all.

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Money

Want new furniture for less money? The best spot is not a store or an online shop.

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The IRS free tax filing software is available to everyone.

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Money

IRS provides tax filing software for free, thwarting TurboTax and lobbyists

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Walmart will settle for millions of dollars for alleged price discrepancies.

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Work & Money

Walmart to pay millions for allegedly unlawfully charging for these products

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If you have to have an obituary, this is the way to do it.

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Son's sarcastic obituary honoring eccentric father is the perfect tribute

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Alanis Morrissette in her music video 'Ironic'.

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Past Events

Alanis Morissette updated 'Ironic' for today's problems and it's hilarious

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A mom teaches her young son how to fish.

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20-year-old places son for adoption, gets a heartwarming surprise from his new family

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Toilet paper at the ready.

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Health

Experts claim we're all wiping our butts the wrong way

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Older man advises younger boy.

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Health

7 lessons ‘old people’ talk about that are life hacks for any age

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Past Events

In-laws demanded a prenup to protect their son’s money—but she was secretly richer

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A woman sits in a first-class seat on an airplane

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Pregnant mom asks passengers to swap for first-class seats—and the internet isn't having it

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Memories of testing like this gets people fired up.
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Past Events

The way a teacher corrected a kid's answer on a quiz has enraged math nerds everywhere.

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