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Have a cozy night indoors with these relaxing candles.

13 of the Best Soy Candles Under $30

You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy a cozy night in with the best soy wax candles from Mrs. Meyer’s, Homesick Candles, and other top brands.

Lauren Dana

The actor Paul Rudd.

8 Facts About Paul Rudd

Paul Rudd has proven he can take on any part, serious or goofy.

Hannah Wigandt

Cordyceps in a human in HBO's 'The Last of Us.'

5 Fast Facts About Cordyceps, the Fungus from HBO's ‘The Last of Us’

In HBO’s new series ‘The Last of Us,’ Cordyceps fungus has infected humanity, turning those unlucky enough to become hosts into clicking, screaming, mushroomy monsters. Here’s what you need to know about the real fungus.

Erin McCarthy



These little cats aren't short on cuteness, that's for sure.

7 Short Facts About Munchkin Cats

Munchkin cats are often compared to dachshunds because of their unique size. Discover more facts about these adorable felines here.

Kirstin Fawcett


Get familiar with the best markets for first-time home buyers.

These Are the 10 Best Markets for First-Time Home Buyers Right Now

If you’re shopping for your first home, consider one of the best housing markets for first-time buyers in 2023.

Michele Debczak


Great kitchen gadgets don't have to take up a ton of space.

18 Space-Saving Gadgets and Organizers That Are Perfect for Small Kitchens

Reclaim precious counter space with these space-saving kitchen gadgets from Smeg, Cuisinart, and other top brands.

Molly Gregory


'Clatterfart' and 'twattle-basket' are way more entertaining than 'chatterbox.'

15 Words for Gossips and Chatterboxes

We all know someone who never seems to stop talking. They’re a yammerer, a babbler, a chatterbox—but they’re also a blatherskite, a clatterfart, and a twattle-basket.

Paul Anthony Jones
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