Ideally, flood waters are not presently creeping up your front stoop. But someday it might, either because of a natural disaster or a water main break. Either way, it’s best to be informed about
الخميس، 31 أغسطس 2017
This Billion Dollar Hotel Scam Could Have Already Stolen Money from You
Planning a trip used to require a trip in itself—a drive into town to your local travel agent, who would make sure your trip to Kokomo would run as smoothly as possible, for
If You Received This Phone Call, You Could Be Owed $900
Every day it seems like there’s a new phone scam to watch out for, ranging from the confusing and annoying to the seriously horrifying. However, here’s some good news. If you ever got this annoying phone
The Healthiest Part of the Avocado Is in Your Garbage
We already know that avocado, sometimes called an “alligator pear,” is full of nutrients like potassium, magnesium, folate, healthy omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, C, E, protein, and fiber. It’s even good for your brain!
You’ll Never Forget Your Important Stuff in the Hotel Safe Again with This Genius Hack
If you ever use the safe in your hotel room, this genius way to never forget to clear it out will surely save you some distress—just like these other 22 tips for a better hotel
5 Things to Buy Before Summer Is Over—and 5 Fall Deals to Get Excited About Now
True bargain-hunters know that the absolute best time to score great deals is at the end of a season. Now, as summer wanes and stores try to lure shoppers with heavily advertised Labor Day
This Is the Best Time to Exercise to Improve Your Memory, According to Science
Cramming for a big exam, or memorizing a Powerpoint for that important board presentation? Take a quick study break and hit the gym, science says. No, seriously! According to a new study published in the
60 Years Ago Ford Introduced the Edsel—Here’s What It’s Original Ad Looked Like
Sixty years ago, the Ford Motor Co. introduced its ill-fated Edsel with all the suspense of an Alfred Hitchcock movie. Ads promised “a new vista of motoring pleasure, unlike any other car you’ve ever seen.”
Just 10 Minutes a Day of This Activity Can Boost Your Kid’s Brain Power, Says Science
The benefits of exercise are well-known, but a new study has found a notable perk for children who break a sweat. No, it has nothing to do with burning calories or even boosting metabolism, although those
11 Stunning, Rarely Seen Photos of Princess Diana
On the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death, the royal family revealed three new photos from her personal album. But that’s not the only thing Princes William and Harry are doing to keeping the memory
This Airport Is the First in the Country to Make This Big Security Change
Airports continue to modernize. This one is now having robots guide you to your gate. This one is setting the record for largest airport in human history. LaGuardia Airport is making the effort to
If You Have One of These 711 Million Email Addresses, You Need to Change Your Password Immediately
There’s the average online scam, and then there’s the hacker with a list of 711 million e-mail addresses. That number alone is enough to send chills down anyone’s spine. And unfortunately, the odds are high
Oregon School District Staff Exposed to Deadly Asbestos
The maintenance staff at Coos Bay School District was just finishing some routine work around the Harding School building before classes were scheduled to begin. Unfortunately, the District was notified that one of the
الأربعاء، 30 أغسطس 2017
Eating This One Type of Food Could Increase Your Risk of Cancer, According to a New Study
Before you take another bite of that burger, you might want to keep reading. New research warns that eating junk foods like pizza, burgers, and chocolate could increase your risk of developing cancer—even if you’re
A Good Credit Score Will Get You More Dates Than Being Attractive, According to New Survey
Walking into a bar, spotting an old flame from high school, then dropping a pickup line like, “If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber,” just isn’t going to cut it anymore.
Princess Diana Had the Biggest (and Most Hilarious) Surprise for William’s 13th Birthday
Princess Diana’s relationship with her children was a well-documented one. Even after things went wrong with Prince Charles, Princess Diana would frequently be seen with Prince William and Prince Harry out in public, smiling
4 Major Scams to Watch Out for In the Wake of Natural Disasters—and How to Avoid Them
Whenever a natural disaster strikes, there are always many affected individuals who need help—and the majority of people genuinely want to provide it. But unfortunately, both disaster victims and would-be givers alike do have to
This Is the Best Time to Buy These 43 Cheap Finds Throughout the Year
January: Best time to buy a computer, holiday goods • Other people’s unused gift cards: Consumers with unwanted gift cards hit sites like CardCash.com, GiftCards.com, and even eBay after Christmas to sell them at discounted
Your Brain Does a Very Strange Thing When You Sleep in a New Place
First night of vacation! You’ve been traveling all day, your body is exhausted, and you feel like you could pass out the second your head sinks into that marshmallowy hotel pillow. You sleep
الثلاثاء، 29 أغسطس 2017
Yes, There Is an Actual Day When Your Partner Is Most Likely to Cheat
Think you have a cheater on your hands? Even if it’s just a hunch, you might want to keep a closer eye on them during these specific days. (You can also watch for
How to Get Kids on a Sleeping Schedule Before the School Year Starts
Introduce a back-to-school sleep schedule gradually You don’t want your kids to be exhausted during the first few weeks of school, yet you don’t want them to miss out on anything fun during those
If You’re a Stephen King Fan, Here’s Your Lucky Chance to Be His Neighbor
There are so many reasons to move to Maine: their delicious lobster and gorgeous seaside views are just a few. But now there’s another one: you can move onto the same street as Stephen King. Yes,
The Surprising Reason This Mom Isn’t Teaching Her 5-Year-Old How to Read (Yet)
Among the many essential skills children are taught as they grow up, perhaps the most widely endorsed is reading. But one mom has challenged that assumption—and her post has quickly gone viral. After speaking with
The Serious Reason You Need to Stop Keeping Hair Ties Around Your Wrist
When your hair keeps falling into your face while you’re reading, or a walk gets unbearably sweaty, wearing a hair tie conveniently around your wrist can be a lifesaver (especially if you’re in need
8 Signs of Breast Cancer You Might Be Ignoring (Besides a Lump)
Your nipples look scaly If the skin of your nipple is suddenly dry, flaky, and scaly-looking, and spreads outward toward the areola and breast, this may be a sign of breast cancer. “A lot
The Dangerous Reason Why You Should Never, Ever Use Public Wi-Fi
Thanks to expensive data overage fees, you might be tempted to log onto that free public Wi-Fi service while you’re out and about. Don’t let convenience outweigh the consequences, though. “Think about the cost
This Is How a Quarter Can Tell You If Your Food Went Bad During a Power Outage
If you’re anticipating a big storm like a hurricane, protecting (and evacuating!) yourself and your loved ones will be your first priority. But that’s not the only way you need to prep for a hurricane.
If You Have Any of These Nasty Habits with Your Contact Lenses, You Could Be at Risk of Infection
Kudos to contact wearers everywhere; touching your eye every day is a task only for the bravest at heart. But unbeknownst to many, even the most common bad hygiene practices could leave you
The Simple Trick to Upgrade Your Vocabulary and Make You Sound More Intelligent
They go by many names: distracters, credibility killers, fluency disrupters, disfluencies, fillers. Whatever you want to call them, words such as “um,” “uh,” and “like,” are maddeningly common in our modern vocabularies. In fact, they
Women, This One Hormone Might Be Causing You to Gain Weight
Nothing can be more frustrating than packing on the pounds, but having no clue why. You haven’t changed your diet, you snooze regularly, and you’re just as active as you were 10 years ago. What gives?
There’s a Secret Disneyland Restaurant That Has a 14-Year Waiting List
Disneyland may be one of the happiest places on earth, but even the biggest Disney fans won’t be able to get into one of Disneyland’s worst-kept secrets. Tucked away at the top of the
This Is What It Means When We Talk About “Mercury in Retrograde”—and Why You Should Care
You can blame an “off-day” on any number of things: lack of sleep, stressful situations, beautiful weather that distracts you from getting anything productive done. Or you can point fingers at the planet
Doing THIS with Your Boarding Pass Could Be a Security Risk
Going on a trip is so exciting—but unfortunately it’s also a great opportunity to get scammed. You know why a luggage lock isn’t very secure; you’re neurotic about knowing where your passport and wallet