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Taryn Compton shares her disbelief after being told her bank no longer handles cash withdrawals.

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She tried to withdraw her own cash—but the bank had a rule she never saw coming

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These five horror movies are surprisingly romantic.

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5 genuinely scary, and surprisingly romantic, horror movies that are perfect for date night

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Think you can spot a liar by looking at them? Think again.

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Body language experts debunk the 3 most popular myths about how to tell if someone is lying

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Doctors ask the public to scrutinize the supplements they take each day.

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Advertising experts expose how supplement companies lure you into buying their products

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Neuroscientists say this might be the most relaxing song ever recorded

Enya’s got nothing on this song.

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How to beat anxiety and become mentally strong according to science

Here are the top coping skills that have emerged from a study at the University of Cambridge.

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40 years ago Chinese engineers entered a 2,000 mile desert. This is what it looks like now.

"Desert innovation projects saving the land one tree at a time."

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Family

5 reasons why making amends with your parents will change your life for the better

"Find peace and closure before it's too late."

Culture

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A Dominican priest from Philadelphia has become an Internet sensation with his incredible drumming.

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Catholic priest becomes viral sensation with amazing drumming skills, even winning over metalheads

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Grieving father makes unbelievable discovery while cleaning out deceased daughter's room

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Thrift store hunting.

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She found $300 in a thrift-store purse with a handwritten note that left her speechless

Heroes

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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

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There are transgender heroes in all branches of the armed forces.

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As Democrats try to reverse transgender military ban, trans military heroes speak out

Money

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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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This can be yours for under $11K.

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

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Being a frugal date and using a coupon could be an attractive quality.

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New research shows a surprising number of Americans think coupons are okay for a first date

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Dave Ramsey dished out a harsh truth to a caller.

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

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This ultra-difficult color test is so tough that only 1 percent of people can ace it

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Pam's little brother is so sweet.

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People dying over boy's emotional reaction to learning sister isn't 'fully' his

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A child is in the pool while the mother sunbathes

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Hero son saves sunbathing mom's life with a split-second warning

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I started making amends instead of apologizing and it unlocked a life-changing confidence

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Kids are given a choice: detention or a hike.

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At this school, kids in trouble have a choice: go to detention or go on a hike

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Plants are great for filtering the air in your home.

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NASA found the 18 best plants  for naturally filtering the air in your home

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Someone finally explained what that weird car ceiling handle is actually for

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Man who bought tires from Facebook Marketplace shares warning to people looking for deals

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