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There are few better ways to get immersed in the culture of your school—and make friends on campus—than living in a dormitory. Making your dorm room feel like home costs money, but with a little ingenuity, it’s possible to turn a scant decorating budget
Editorial Staff|
The right internship can get you valuable experience in your chosen field and set you on the right path for a successful career. The best internships are competitive, but with some smart preparation, you can position yourself to land your dream gig.
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Between tuition, textbooks, and room and board, the cost of higher education adds up quickly. Fortunately, there are plenty of businesses and institutions that are more than willing to give students a break.
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In 1956, Chrysler introduced a record player that could be mounted under dashboards and promised that it would never skip. Common sense argued otherwise.
Jake Rossen|
Twenty-eight years later, the art world's most infamous theft remains unsolved.
Michele Debczak|
The ships moored together and formed a micronation. (It might as well have been an adult summer camp.)
Lucas Reilly|
We get advice from an arm-wrenching professional.
Jake Rossen|
The German capital's eight centuries of history show up in the names of its districts.
Meg Van Huygen|
Lounge like a Wookiee, glow like a lightsaber.
Emily Petsko|
Forget self-driving cars—the future is self-driving dessert trucks.
Shaunacy Ferro|
“Today, full of energy, Mario is still running, running."
Michele Debczak|
In honor of National Guacamole Day, here's the scoop on your favorite zesty spread.
Benjamin Lampkin|
7. Hasbro recently trademarked the scent.
Stacy Conradt|
The re-release marks the film's 30th anniversary.
Emily Petsko|
The original idea for 'Frasier,' which aired its final episode on May 13, 2004, had nothing to do with Dr. Frasier Crane at all.
Kara Kovalchik|
Kano's new touchscreen kit is the more educational alternative to constant iPad usage.
Shaunacy Ferro|
The Spanish flu epidemic sweeps ever more lethally through war-torn Europe.
Erik Sass|
The unique design was an early prototype of New York City's Guggenheim Museum.
Emily Petsko|
Packaging is really important, and not just because it keeps your food safe—it can also subtly affect your purchasing decisions.
Editorial Staff|
Paper packaging is the unsung hero of the supermarket—it plays a crucial role in keeping your food safe. From its origins to today, here are some facts worth knowing about the paper packaging that protects your food.
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