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How to Get Rid of Weeds in Your Lawn With 8 Easy Methods

There are many ways to control lawn weeds, but not all are equally effective.

‘You Start to Go Crazy’: The Australian Who Survived Five Years in a Chinese Prison

Matthew Radalj tells the BBC of his time in a Beijing prison, revealing what goes on behind bars.

What Moody’s Downgrade of U.S. Credit Rating Means for Your Money

Moody’s decision to downgrade the U.S. credit rating may have far-reaching consequences for your money, experts say.

‘Comedy Is the Relief Valve’: How Sarah Silverman Survived Grief and Backlash

Comedian Sarah Silverman talks about her new Netflix special, ‘PostMortem,’ about the deaths of her parents, and shares dark family secrets.

Healthy Boundaries at Work Matter More Than Ever. Here Are 7 Steps to Build Them

Freedom at work doesn’t come from unlimited flexibility. It comes from knowing where the edges are. Here’s how to build those boundaries.

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Japan’s Unusual Way to View the World

Wabi-sabi offers a refuge from the modern world’s obsession with perfection, and accepts imperfections as all the more meaningful – and, in their own way, beautiful.

This Viral TikTok Hack Gave My Ponytail So Much Volume

I tried a viral TikTok hair hack for adding volume to your ponytail using a double pigtail method.

Exploring the Extraordinary Tradition of Hawaiian Lei Making: “Your Expression of Aloha”

Hawaiians have been proudly carrying on the tradition of lei making for more than 1,000 years. Here’s a firsthand look at the process.

Three Recovering Minimalists on How They Got Their Style Back

“I would fly back every few months so I could ‘visit’ my maximalist side like a weird ex I wasn’t quite over”

Where Do Humans Really Rank on the Food Chain?

We’re not at the top, but towards the middle, at a level similar to pigs and anchovies.

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Why You Might Want a Relationship Agreement

“Monogamy is a diverse experience; it can be molded to fit what works for each couple,” writes Myisha Battle.

Fossils Reveal How Ancient Human Relatives Used Their Hands for Climbing and Tools

New research uncovers how two ancient hominids used their hands in unique ways for climbing, tool use, and movement.

The Vatican Challenges AI’s God Complex

Like his predecessor, Pope Leo XIV is a wise, cautionary voice against the embrace of tech at the expense of human beings.

You Can (and Should) Train Yourself to Sleep on Your Back

Get back to basics.

11 Exterior Paint Colors That Will Take Your Curb Appeal to the Next Level

These 11 exterior paint colors are both dynamic and designer-approved, so they’ll completely transform your porch or patio.

How Teachers Get Through the Final Weeks of the School Year

Teachers share their tips for ending the school year on a positive note.

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How to Make a Dish Less Spicy

Tame the flame in that fiery curry like a pro.

Gaza Death Toll Keeps Rising As Netanyahu Says Israel Is ‘Moving Toward Full Control’

The Israeli leader doubled down on allowing “basic” aid into the Gaza Strip, even as the ground and air assault on the enclave killed 300 in the three days to Monday, health authorities said.

Brace Yourselves, Noisy Cicadas Are About to Invade These States

The cicadas are here. Are you ready?