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Hardcore 'Simpsons' fans picked the show's creepiest Halloween segments.

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'Simpsons' fanatics rank the show's 6 creepiest Halloween episodes

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

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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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