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(L) A house on fire; (R) a woman sleeping in her bed

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A 10-year study found a 900-degree difference between an open and closed door in a fire

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

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

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Sadie has declared war on non-private hotel bathrooms.

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People are cheering woman's refusal to accept the latest trend in hotel bathrooms

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Genesis embraced their sensitive side with this 1978 hit.

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How Genesis embraced their sensitive side, scoring a crossover hit when they needed it most

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She thought it was jaundice. The real reason her skin changed color was in her lunchbox.

The woman's 'before and after' photo of her face after she stopped eating carrots is stunning the internet.

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This morning chore could increase your chance of becoming a millionaire by 206 percent

It's the simple daily task your mom always told you to do.

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CEO accidentally emails job applicant private thoughts on her resume, her reply is perfect

When she was accidentally copied on a CEO's internal email about her resume, she didn't get angry—she got clever.

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

People with ADHD have great creative thinking abilities.

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

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

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

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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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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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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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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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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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There are many little known hacks to make life a bit easier.

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

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The first moments of a child's life can be precarious, but new moms have power in these moments.

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

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Brian Wildson (left); Paul McCartney (right)

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

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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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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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