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Wondering Whether It's Cheaper to Fly or Drive? Check Out This Website

TravelMath helps travelers calculate the relative expenses of driving or flying to their destinations.

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The Future Will Be Hangover-Free (Maybe)

A new synthetic drink promises to mimic the effects of traditional booze with none of the pesky side effects.

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How Much Would It Cost to Upgrade to a Larger Apartment?

Depends on where you live.

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8 Steps to Get Your Financial Life on Track

Presented by Allstate.

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5 Tips for Talking Politics at Work

It is possible to have productive conversations around politics with your coworkers.

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Power Pose Effects Aren’t Real, Says Co-Author of Original Study

Adopting a power pose may not actually help you feel more powerful, according to researcher Dana Carney.

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7 Tips for Living with Asthma in a Big City

Breathe a little easier.

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Lack of Paid Leave Costs Americans $20.6 Billion a Year

Families lose an extra $8.3 billion due to lack of childcare.

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What Are Toxins?

More often than not, detoxing is a job best left to your organs.

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Create a Custom Budget Based On Your Income and City

The Earth Awaits generates detailed budgets for life in cities around the world.

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4 Uniquely Refreshing Yoga Retreats

You don't need to be super-bendy or totally Zen to hit up one of these activity-packed retreats.

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How You Can Use Your Long Commute to Your Advantage

Use the time to focus on your professional goals.

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7 Things Your Homeowners Insurance Likely Doesn't Cover

Should the unexpected happen, you want to make sure you know what's covered—and what's not.

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Study Finds Harmful Compounds in Household Dust

Ninety percent of samples taken from homes, schools, and daycare centers contained dangerous chemicals.

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AAA Urges Americans to Stop Wasting Money on Premium Gas

Americans waste over $2 billion a year on premium gas they don't actually need.

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The One Change You Should Make to Vastly Improve Your Morning Coffee

Baristas weigh in on the most important part of the home-brewing process.

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We May Soon Do All Our Shopping on Facebook Chat

You never have to call 1-800-Flowers again.

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Scientists Test the 5-Second Rule

The floor is gross, you guys.

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5 Ways to Cut Your Work Hours Without Skimping on Productivity

Stop burning the candle at both ends.

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The iPhone 7's Hissing Issue May Not Be Cause for Concern

You can blame the phone's new high-powered processor.

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Want Your iPhone to Perform at its Best? Hold it in Your Right Hand

The hand you hold it in and the ear you hold it up to both alter your phone's transmission strength.

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Get Better Faster by Changing Your Eating Habits When You're Sick

Depending on what kind of infection you have, eating or fasting may be a better strategy.

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What Your Car’s Low Gas Light Really Means

Get the facts before gambling on an "empty" tank.

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What Your Car’s Low Gas Light Really Means

Get the facts before gambling on an "empty" tank.