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Caroline Laubach testing Wandercraft's new exoskeleton at NVIDIA’s GTC 2025.

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Paralyzed at just 18, a breakthrough robotic exoskeleton device has her walking again

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Scatman John managed his stutter through music, including his breakout hit.

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Scatman's 1994 hit finds a new generation after inspiring video about his stutter resurfaces

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There are ways to get your kid away from their tablet.

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Parenting experts say lonely kids will choose these 5 things over solo screen time

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10 common phrases that are actually incredibly racist

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

Fire safety experts are urging the public to adopt one simple habit that can make a life-or-death difference during a house fire.

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

A resurfacing clip shows the Gibb brothers finding a deeper level of emotion—and hilarious humor—in "Massachusetts."

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

"I HATE how hotels started thinking going to the bathroom is a shared experience."

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

This love song became a line in the sand.

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(L) Carrots; (R) woman looks in the mirror

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

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

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

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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

Money

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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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People with ADHD have a key to potentially greater creativity.

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

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

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Life hacks

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

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

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