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Frisland—pictured here—does not actually exist.

Old maps can be very deceiving—intentionally or not.

A plate of Thanksgiving dinner being served

Thanksgiving dinner has a defined set of dishes associated with it, but some side items are much more beloved than others.

A Thanksgiving turkey

Turkey prices are going up this year, and some states’ average prices are much higher than others.

Old German Pastor Dog resting in a garden during autumn or...

A look at which states have some of the worst stressors on pet parents when traveling for Thanksgiving.

A map of the hardest job interviews by state

Interviewing for a new position might just be harder depending on where you’re located.

A stitched image of a dog next to a map of the United States

Dog parents in these 10 states are willing to make some life-changing decisions for their pets.

Shell gas station prices in September.

Check out the varying gas prices by state in the country as of the time of this writing.

You‘ll never guess which country is first.

Love animals? Then you‘ll want to add to these 10 countries to your bucket list.

You’ll want to make a note of these before your next road trip.

If you were a ghost, where would you live? Discover the best U.S. cities for ghosts to call home!

Media Day For Southern California's New Immersive Trick-Or-Treating Experience "Cemetery Lane"

Be aware of these factors when taking your little ones out for trick-or-treating this Halloween.

Soccer is more popular than ever in the U.S.—and thanks to a new survey, we know exactly which cities are the best for fans of the sport.

For residents in these states, quick meals are never far away.

Peaceful or horrifying?

These trails will really get your heart pumping.

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From Execution Rocks and Devil’s Den to Skull Mesa and Maggoty Run—plus, how these spots came by their terrifying monikers.

What a hearty meal.

Warning: This map may cause pizza cravings.

Which shrubs are plant parents most interested in?

Which plant is most-searched in your state?

What does the world crave for breakfast?

Eggs and bacon might be your go-to, but that‘s not the case for everyone.

Smells like fall.

See how America’s most-searched pumpkin-flavored items vary by region.

The residents of these cities are taking on a lot of debt to own automobiles.

You can hike to incredible sites, including Machu Picchu.

Tired of your local trails? Plan a hiking trip to one of these incredible ancient sites.

This setup probably costs a lot.

Check out the most and least affordable states for dinner, drinks, and a good time.

Looks like a nice spot to set up shop in your RV.

The spots were ranked based on factors like total number of campgrounds, amenities, and local livability.

Teaching in Hawaii is no paradise.