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Have you heard that masks don’t work to prevent the spread of COVID-19? Or that hydroxychloroquine can be an effective treatment for COVID-19? Or that …
Misinformation on social media is unfortunately nothing new. But a recent set of unique circumstances — the global pandemic and a contentious presidential election — …
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Misspelled words, typos and significant grammar mistakes are overt red flags that can easily tip you off to fake content online. But sometimes disinformation (false …
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With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, we knew all of the Starbucks stans out there who come up with the ordering instructions for …
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Not long after Paul Davis went live on his social media account to say he and others were trying to get into the U.S. Capitol …
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Have you ever come across an icicle formed on the edge of a building that looks so beautiful and crisp, you were tempted to eat …
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It’s hard to think of a more delicious combination than chocolate-covered strawberries. That juicy berry surrounded by creamy chocolate (regardless of whether it’s milk, semi-sweet …
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Eggs and coffee are perhaps the most important staples of any breakfast — but I never thought to combine them in the same cup. Egg …
TikTok has helped us get through a rough 2020. The social media platform has taught us how to order the latest Starbucks drinks. Bill Nye …
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Does anybody really enjoy grating cheese? The box grater may be simple, but isn’t the easiest kitchen device to use — and each time you …
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Still have some holiday shopping to do? Astrologist Jim Ventura shares the best holiday gifts for each sign of the zodiac. Sagittarius Sagittarius people are adventurous, philosophical, …
If an offer on social media seems too good to be true, know that it probably is. Such was the case on Nov. 29, when …
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One of the most common forms of animal cruelty, according to The Humane Society, occurs in the winter when pets are left outside in the …
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks, who produce financial records and check them for …
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Just when we think we’ve got our heads around Snapchat and TikTok, there’s a new social media kid on the block. Parler launched in 2018 …
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A vaccine is on its way, but we still have a long winter ahead battling the coronavirus, which means continuing to mask up. But now …
When you decorate your Christmas tree, chances are you string the lights around the tree in a coiled, horizontal fashion. But, as it turns out …
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For anyone who is still deciding whether to spend the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, there’s an interactive map created by a team of researchers that can help …
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The year 2020 has been remarkably tough, with a whole lot of events and traditions scaled back or canceled altogether due to the coronavirus. But …
When the weather gets colder, those gardens that sprouted up this spring don’t have to end. Many herbs grow well inside during the chillier months …
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With less than two weeks until Election Day, millions of people are getting ready to cast their ballot at polling places across the United States. …
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Pumpkins, pumpkins everywhere! Whether you’re guzzling down a pumpkin-spiced drink or getting ready to creatively decorate a jack-o’-lantern, it seems like the fall season has …
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Flu season is almost here, and with the added concern of the COVID-19 virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strongly recommend that everyone …
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Like every pet owner, I’m constantly doing battle with the stray hairs left around my home by my two short-haired black-colored dogs. While adorable, my …
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Wearing a face mask when you’re out in public is one of the most important things you can do to help prevent the spread of …
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As if parenting isn’t already hard enough, here’s a question you probably never thought you’d have to ask yourself: Is it safe to go trick-or-treating …
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Are you already feeling a bit bored with your usual Pumpkin Spice Latte? If the thrill has worn off your fall favorites at Starbucks, then …
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Besides socially distancing, masking up and taking other safety precautions like getting your flu shot and frequently washing your hands, there are two types of …
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If you haven’t been able to get through a whole container of ice cream that quickly, you may have noticed ice crystals forming on top …
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According to the famous saying, even when pizza is bad, it’s still pretty good. But, when it comes to leftover pizza, the same isn’t always …
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Parenting is tough. If you have ever responded to your child’s inappropriate behavior or actions in a way that has left you feeling less than …
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