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How To Stay Safe During a Protest

Preparedness matters before attending a demonstration. Here’s everything you need to know about how to stay safe during a protest, from what to bring to what your rights are, and more.

Catching players in Washington D.C.'s Audi Field in action.

A Cut Above the Rest: How To Care for Your Lawn, According to a FIFA Turf Expert

Want to make your lawn look even better this year? Get expert-backed tips from FIFA’s Alan Ferguson, plus other insights ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Prettier to look at than they are to actually swim with.

Does Peeing on a Jellyfish Sting Actually Help?

When it comes to jellyfish stings, urine is often cited as an effective remedy. But does it really work as a first-aid treatment?

Midwest and Northeast cities are the most fed up with beg bugs.

Map Shows Which Cities Are Most Worried About Bed Bugs

Yelp reveals the top U.S. cities searching for bed bug help. Find out where infestations are raising red flags.

Your Bedroom Is the Dustiest Room in Your House—Here Are 6 Ways To Deal With It

Bedrooms are notoriously dusty, but you can get rid of buildup and enjoy a cleaner space with these six useful tips.

The Easy Way To Know if Your Blueberries Are Ripe Yet

This clever kitchen hack from TikTok can help you figure out which blueberries are still too tart to eat, and it only takes a couple of minutes to pull off.

Why Don’t Hotels Provide Toothpaste?

Hotels readily give guests soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and even sewing kits. But why don’t we get tubes of toothpaste when we check into a room? The answer is kind of complicated.

The 20 Best Spots to Watch the Sunset in the U.S.

From Yellowstone‘s Calcite Springs and Hawaii‘s Kilauea, these are the best places to be at dusk.

When life gives you lemons, return to the dealership.

Why Do We Call Defective Cars “Lemons”?

Cars aren’t a piece of fruit, so how did they come to be associated with lemons? Discover how this slang term got adopted in the automotive world and what it really means.

The lithium-ion batteries in vape pens can lead to landfill fires.

The Right Way to Safely Dispose of E-Cigarettes

Tossing old vapes in the trash could actually be more hazardous than you thought, but here's the right way to safely get rid of old e-cigarettes.

Clearwater, Florida‘s views put it at the top of the list.

The 10 U.S. Cities With the Prettiest Commutes

From Clearwater, Florida, to Davis, California, these U.S. cities offer beautiful drives that make commuting a lot more bearable.

Pizza Hut is reimagining BOOK IT! for the smartphone age.

Pizza Hut’s BOOK IT! App Makes It Easy for Kids to Track Reading Goals and Win Pizza

Pizza Hut revamps its iconic BOOK IT! program with a new app that rewards kids’ reading progress with free pizza.

Trader Joe’s Is Officially the Most Trustworthy Brand in America

Trader Joe’s reclaims the top spot in Axios’s ranking of America’s most reputable companies, narrowly beating out Patagonia and Microsoft.

The Best Way to Wipe Your Butt, According to the Experts

There’s a right and a wrong way to wipe your butt after all. But with these expert-approved tips, you’ll be sitting pretty in more ways than one.

Before you use that swab, remember—there are better ways.

6 Ways to Clean Your Ears Without Cotton Swabs

The American Academy of Otolaryngology advises against using cotton swabs to clean one’s ears. Here are six doctor-approved methods to try instead.

Pro tip: You shouldn't toss any out the window, either.

You Should Never Leave Plastic Water Bottles in a Hot Car—Here’s Why

It might sound unlikely, but leaving plastic water bottles in a hot car might not be safe and could actually lead to a fire.

7 Vintage Le Creuset Cookware Pieces That Could Be Worth a Lot of Money

Le Creuset cookware can last for generations if you take care of it properly. But some of the most valuable pieces could actually be worth a lot of money if you sell them.

Using a vacuum is one of the easiest ways to clean baseboards.

The Right Way to Clean Your Baseboards

Dirty baseboards are an eyesore. Here‘s how to properly clean them.

The Fastest Drivers in America By State, Mapped

This map of average driving speeds shows which motorists are zooming down the highway and which are stuck in traffic.

28 Things You’re Probably Doing Wrong

From breathing to tying your shoes, there are many everyday actions you could be doing differently.

This creamy, dreamy split pea soup is packed with flavorful ham hock to liven your day.

This Split Pea Soup With Smoked Ham Hock Will Fix a Bad Day Fast

Whip up the ultimate feel-good meal with this hearty ham hock split pea soup recipe.

Lake Eola and the Orlando Skyline are must-sees if you visit Orlando, Florida.

The 15 Best U.S. Cities for Traveling on a Budget

From gorgeous parks to amazing restaurants, these U.S. cities can offer exciting summer getaways without breaking the bank.

There's a legitimate reason, and it isn't purely aesthetic.

Why Are Tires Black?

Natural rubber is white, and so were the earliest car tires. So, why are modern-day tires black? The answer is linked to Crayola and carbon black.

RIP to these classics from your favorite place at the mall.

8 Discontinued Bath & Body Works Scents That We Still Miss

Old classics like Pink Chiffon and Freesia are among the Bath & Body Works discontinued scents that fans still get nostalgic for, but here are a few others you probably forgot about.