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"Grandma can't wait to get back to Disneyland."

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Family

Grandma was delighted with an adventure to her childhood happy place.

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The Alchemist vs The Scientist

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Science & Tech

Alchemists befuddled as Next-gen scientists turn lead into gold

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Olive-based briquettes could replace firewood.

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Environment

Tunisian entrepreneur discovers a new environmentally friendly fuel source: olives

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Past Events

One man turned a $1 lottery win into a victory lap for the rest of us

Because sometimes, the vibe is more important than the payout.

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Ideas

People share the 15 'psychological tricks' they use to win in every social situation

Jedi mind tricks are real.

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Culture

How a group of Japanese business men in suits became a beloved cheerleading squad

These “salarymen” are full of stunts.

Culture

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Sometimes you can't help but root for the bad guy.

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Culture

16 of the most despicable, deplorable movie villains film buffs can’t help but cheer for

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Eating alone is no longer a bad thing.

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Culture

Japan’s flourishing Ohitorisama culture crafts new dining experiences

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Genesis and Peter Gabriel revamped a '70s epic decades later. It's still one of their most underrated songs.

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Culture

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

Heroes

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Tim Friede survived 200 snake bites and 700 venom injections.

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Heroes

A man willingly got bitten by 200 different snakes to save lives

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Representative Image: One family made a bold choice to break a cycle for their newest family member.

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Family

Woman learns husband’s ex-wife’s baby is going to foster care, makes heart-melting choice

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Officer Eric Robbins had to get past a great fear in order to save a child from falling 20 to 30 feet.

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Heroes

Philadelphia policeman overcomes his extreme fear of heights to save a child's life

Money

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Dave Ramsey dished out a harsh truth to a caller.

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Money

Dave Ramsey bluntly shuts down woman asking if boyfriend should spend or save his settlement

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TikTokers are revealing the actual cost of items from top brands.

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Money

China releases viral TikTok videos exposes how European 'luxury' items are really made

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Tesco is reducing food waste by giving away expiring food to customers.

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Money

The UK's largest grocery store chain has a revolutionary new strategy: giving away free food

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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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Michael Sheen generously paid off the debts of 900 people.

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Money

Michael Sheen writes off over $1 million of debt for 900 Welsh people to combat greedy banks

BJ Novak provided proof that Cadbury eggs were shrinking in size back in 2007
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Money

BJ Novak provided proof that Cadbury eggs were shrinking in size back in 2007

Robert Reich brilliantly explains why 'Millennials Don't Have Any Money'
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Money

Robert Reich brilliantly explains why 'Millennials Don't Have Any Money'

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Money

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

Man found $24 million lottery ticket in an old shirt just before it expired
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Money

Man found $24 million lottery ticket in an old shirt just before it expired

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To be a better communicator, asking more questions is key.

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Good People

Communications expert shares '3-question hack' so you're never 'stuck' in conversations

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A woman took a chance and freed a trapped shark with her bare hands.

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Animals

Paddle-boarding woman frees shark from rope with her bare hands in suspenseful video

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A new disposable diaper can be eaten by a fungus in landfills.

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Environment

Breakthrough eco-friendly diapers are designed to eat themselves in landfills

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Paul Jenkinson will listen to you about anything you want to talk about, absolutely free.

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Good People

Canadian social worker does nationwide tour listening to people for free. Here's what they reveal.

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Inspired by Queen's Brian May as a kid, Thom Yorke tried to build his own guitar.

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Culture

Radiohead's Thom Yorke was so inspired by Queen as a kid, he tried to build his own guitar

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The Bee Gees paid tribute to The Beatles in 1973, playing a five-song acoustic medley on late-night TV.

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Culture

The Bee Gees honored The Beatles with stunning covers medley in 1973

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People are rethinking their approach to dating after seeing this kiss.

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Wholesome

'First kiss' scene shows the beautiful innocence of true love between autistic people

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A wooden compound could be a new source of drinking water.

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Science

Scientists' incredible breakthrough could solve worldwide water crisis with balsa wood

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Early on in Tom Cruise's career, a chance meeting led to a profound experience.

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Culture

A young Tom Cruise saw Dustin Hoffman at a restaurant and what he did next changed his life

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