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People with ADHD have a key to potentially greater creativity.

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Experts say a 'mind wandering' technique unleashes ADHD's incredible creative potential

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Celebrate winter with an octogenarian

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85-year-old invites neighbors to epic party with one hilarious condition

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A new mom and dad meet their newborn

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Dad was in tears seeing his firstborn—then he asked a question that floored hospital staff

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The Bee Gees performing an a cappella version of "How Deep Is Your Love" in 1998

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The Bee Gees' blissful a cappella 'How Deep Is Your Love' might just beat the classic original

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Life hacks

People share the 11 'secret' life hacks that are 'really useful' for everybody

"If you can control it, then don't worry, if you can't control it, then don't worry."

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Doctors were stunned when a mother’s touch revived her newborn, here’s why it works

This mom was told her newborn hadn’t made it. But as she cradled him goodbye, something happened that doctors couldn’t explain.

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Experts claim we've all been wiping our butts the wrong way

"5 pro tips for a clean bottom"

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

The intimate encounter had a profound and lasting impact: "[It] let me see my own songs more clearly."

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An older man gives advice to a young teen

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7 brilliant lessons ‘old people’ share that are life hacks for any age

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At what age are people usually happiest? Well, it depends on where you live.

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Mom thought 5-year-old was holding a doll in the backseat—then realized her mistake

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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

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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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Heroes

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

Money

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Tax pros share 5 weird things they've seen people try to write off.

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Money

Tax pros share the 5 'craziest,' 'dumbest' things they've seen people try to write off

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Your tipping generosity might be related to your generation.

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Money

Are you a good tipper? Turns out your generation might have something to do with it.

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Young people are confused by these frugal habits of older people.

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Money

4 frugal habits of older generations that younger people find weird or obsolete

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It doesn't have to be expensive to provide your family tasty, nutritious food.

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6 frugal meals for families that feel like you’re eating like a king

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There are some states where you can live entirely off of Social Security benefits.

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A surprising new map shows the 10 states where people can live entirely on their Social Security

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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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Money

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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Money

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

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Students paint pictures with various colors

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Psychologists believe this is the favorite color of the most intelligent people

The Traveling Wilburys 're-formed,' people say these five modern-day rock stars make the cut

If we could "reform" The Traveling Wilburys in 2025, here are 5 rock stars who'd be perfect for the supergroup.

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The Traveling Wilburys 're-formed,' people say these five modern-day rock stars make the cut

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(L—R) John Lennon, Bryan Ledgard

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John Lennon wrote a wonderful letter to an aspiring folk artist. It went undelivered for decades.

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Community building can build more than just buildings themselves.

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Culture

Atheist calls church the 'ultimate money saving hack' and learned a lesson about community

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(L-R) Phil Collins, Genesis album cover, Bryan Ledgard

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In 1999, Genesis quietly revamped a '70s classic with Peter Gabriel. It remains sadly overlooked.

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My portable CD player became an extra appendage—and a way of preserving youthful memories.

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Culture

Hello, Discman, my old friend: a Millennial love letter to portable music's black-sheep king

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Morning meditation and Dr. Arthur Brooks

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Good People

Harvard happiness expert shares his 6-step morning ritual for the 'best possible' day

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Life hacks

Want to be more likable? Experts say stop asking 'how are you?' and use this playful tactic

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Mark Hamill gives a forceful response when asked about Luke Skywalker's sexuality

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Mark Hamill was asked if Luke Skywalker is gay and had the perfect response

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