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[L] Cat listens to music on headphones; [R] A woman screaming

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14 anxiety-busting hacks people actually use, from 'stress naps' to 'screaming into the void'

Millennial vs Gen Z, cringe habits, Millennial pause, clubbing trends, viral TikTok, Laughing Lea, generational gap, French tuck, social media aesthetics

Two women having a conversation

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She asked her Gen Z sister what makes Millennials 'cringe.' The answer was brutal.

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You probably don’t want to base your CPR technique on ‘The Office.’

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CPR on TV is often inaccurate – but watching characters jump to the rescue can still save real lives

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NYU Professor Scott Galloway at MWC 2025 in Barcelona.

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Scott Galloway shares the most important simple skill to avoiding future regret

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18 countries photoshopped one woman differently to fit their definition of 'beautiful'

Designers from around the globe manipulated a single stock photo, offering a fascinating and sometimes shocking look at various beauty standards.

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Her company spied on her with RAM-hogging software, so she pulled a brilliant 'uno reverse'

She realized a background program was recording her screen 24/7 and destroying her computer's speed, so she used a clever file-swapping trick to stop it cold.

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In unearthed 1984 video, Maya Angelou shares her unconventional method for conquering fear

"Once I understood that, then I could be present."

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Neuroscientist reveals the 3 dead giveaways someone is pretending to be smarter than they really are

And one way to have a great intellectual conversation that doesn't turn into a fight.

Culture

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Tow truck driver gets perfect revenge on rude teen neighbors who blocked her driveway

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(L) A couple on a date; (R) A woman sits alone at the bar

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She was thrilled to date a Harvard grad until the restaurant he chose had her heading home in less than an hour

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An octopus looking at the camera

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'Magical' clip showing octopus communicating with scientist is just incredible

Heroes

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(L) A pitbull on a leash; (R) Paramedics look after an injured woman

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Pit bulls saves unconscious couple after flagging down a stranger

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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

Money

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Giving a secondhand gift is more thoughtful than one would think.

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People now say that secondhand gifts are classier than those that are brand new

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A rideshare driver is pointing out that Uber is treating both drivers and riders unfairly.

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Man breaks down how much he makes from Uber, enraging both drivers and passengers

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No more new pennies.

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After over 230 years, we say goodbye to the penny. Here’s how much it cost to make one.

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How much of this juice is "made with real fruit" anyway?

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Experts and consumers reveal 11 marketing terms and phrases that mean absolutely nothing

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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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Having friends around can help you get boring work done.

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Therapist explains 'Admin Nights' hack for turning tedious 'to do' lists into a brilliant game night

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A couple reads a DNA report

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A father thought his daughter was 'too pretty' to be his. A DNA test revealed a shocking secret.

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X marked the spot.

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Hospital staff breaks out X-ray machine in Hail Mary to save woman's missing wedding rings

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Chore + fun = all done.

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Doctor says 'temptation bundling' can help cement good habits and make chores enjoyable

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[L] A woman argues with her mom; [R] A woman argues with her father

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Parents told rent-paying daughter to move out. But then they realized everything actually belonged to her.

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When do Americans actually lose their virginity? This chart might surprise you.

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(LEFT) Judy Garland and (Right) Ray Bolger

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In 1964, Wizard of Oz co-stars Judy Garland and Ray Bolger reunited for a profound interview

Maureen Henry, Functional Neurological Disorder, FND, mystery illness, neurology, Dr. Christian Amlang, patient story, misdiagnosis, mental health, chronic illness

Woman feeling ill lies on the couch

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Her 'mystery illness' was relentless. 6 years later, she finally got the diagnosis that changed her life.

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(L) Mikayala Starks speaks out after facing racism. (R) A sticker was put on Starks' car with a racial slur.

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A racist slur on an oil change sticker led to an unbelievable act of kindness

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