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No one wants to discover a freezer full of spoiled ice cream. Here’s how to tell if the creamy treat is still good—and how to make sure it’s safe to eat for as long as possible.

You can’t actually feel your blood pressure, but it’s one of the body’s most important indicators of cardiovascular health. Here’s the lowdown on how blood pressure works—and what it means for your overall wellness.

Cutting down on syllables is just one reason ‘cop’ became synonymous with ‘police officer.’

You never want to butt-dial the cops by mistake. But if you do, here’s what happens next.

An extra-fluffy tail doesn’t just look cute—it’s your cat’s way of communicating how they feel.

It sounds like a myth, but hot drinks really can make you cooler.

Feeling anxious can be normal and sometimes even healthy. Missing out on life because of that anxiety is not.

Confused about pupae, chrysalises, and cocoons? Discover the key differences between these metamorphic terms.

Residents of Washington, D.C., have no governor, no voting representation in Congress, and only limited local authority. The reason is simple: D.C. isn’t a state. Let’s break down the history and future of D.C. statehood.

Here’s a hint: It’s not by sweating through their paws.

All you need to know about the latest generational phenomenon sparking arguments on TikTok and other social media platforms, from what it is to why Gen Z is doing it.

Birds and bees get all the action—and Samuel Taylor Coleridge was jealous. Here are the possible origins of the euphemistic phrase.