Why Midwest living still makes financial sense
For years, headlines about the cost of living have focused on rising home prices, longer commutes, crowded cities, and increasing financial pressure in some of the country’s largest metropolitan areas. At the same time, many […]
Rest in peace, Curry, Dolly and Peter Cullen: Celeb death trifectas we’re still not over
Do Celebrity Deaths Really Come in Threes? Have you heard of the “Celebrity Deaths Come in Threes” phenomenon? Well, it’s less about supernatural timing and more about how the human brain processes randomness and probability, […]
The refinance is vanishing from homeowners’ plans, and the HELOC is taking its place
Homeowners are asking a different question this fall. Not whether to swap out the mortgage they already have, but how to borrow against the house without touching it. Refinance requests shrank to 2% of the […]
Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep
Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep Everyone already blames coffee. What gets missed is an entire shelf of ordinary pantry items sitting right next to it, working against sleep through mechanisms unrelated to […]
Boots, barns & big dreams: The real Dolly Parton country
On January 19, 1946, a baby was delivered in the deep country of Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, and it would change country music forever. This baby grew up to be none other than Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Dolly […]
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Eerie abandoned places in America with dark, forgotten histories
Eerie abandoned places in America with dark, forgotten histories Fear and beauty are closer relatives than most people assume. Ask a gothic scholar why a ruin feels moving rather than just ugly, and you’ll hear […]
First, second, third wave, now: Feminism in the age of AI
When women fought for the vote in the early 20th century, they weren’t simply demanding a ballot. They were demanding to count—in public, in law, and in the future of their own country. That fight, […]
Your Sept 3 AI horoscope: The stars want you to answer that email
Your daily AI horoscope September 3 brings a dynamic shift from grounded practicality toward flexible, intellectual curiosity as the Moon transitions from Taurus into Gemini, according to Google Gemini. With this lunar movement complementing […]
Strange nighttime habits cats have that mean they actually trust you
Strange nighttime habits cats have that mean they actually trust you Cats have a complicated relationship with the humans that feed them. Somewhere in their evolutionary wiring, a person holds a kind of authority a […]
The things I carried nearly killed me
Bag lady, you gon’ hurt your back Dragging all them bags like that I guess nobody ever told you. All you must hold on to Is you, is you, is you —Erykah Badu Three months […]
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Why Midwest living still makes financial sense
For years, headlines about the cost of living have focused on rising home prices, longer commutes, crowded cities, and increasing financial pressure in some of the country’s largest metropolitan areas. At the same time, many […]
The refinance is vanishing from homeowners’ plans, and the HELOC is taking its place
Homeowners are asking a different question this fall. Not whether to swap out the mortgage they already have, but how to borrow against the house without touching it. Refinance requests shrank to 2% of the […]
Rewriting the rules: US Senate candidate Talarico’s fight for working Texans
As James Talarico stepped out on the stage last Wednesday in Arlington, an unmistakable sound of hope filled the air— even in a state where a democrat hasn’t been elected to Senate in 30 years […]
Where did mortgage rates land at the end of August?
Mortgage rates this week: August 24–28, 2026 Posted mortgage rates at the 8 lenders RateZip tracks ended the week of August 24–28, 2026 mostly lower: of the 27 posted rates with readings on more than […]
What is inflation? Impacts on retirement purchasing power
Key takeaways Inflation quietly erodes retirement income. Even a modest annual price increase compounds over a 20-to-30-year retirement, reducing what a fixed income can actually buy far more than most people expect. The government uses […]
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How to save money on a Disney World trip without losing the magic
We all love a magical vacation, and nowhere does it better than Walt Disney World. Like many, I grew up on Disney, which is one reason why I find so much to love at its […]
In photos: The big 5 animals in Africa
The big 5 animals in Africa When it comes to African wildlife, few things capture the imagination like the Big Five animals. I still remember the first time I saw a rhino. It was about […]
My venomous snakebite: What happened next and how much it cost
MY VENOMOUS SNAKEBITE––What happened next and how much it cost The sun had long set as I bent beside a tree to help hoist a plastic tub filled with firewood, when I suddenly felt a […]
Everything I learned flying with my dog the first time
Everything I learned flying with my dog the first time My life completely changed when I got a dog. That wasn’t going to stop me from traveling, but I had to quickly learn all the […]
These Disney castles are based on real-life palaces
These Disney castles are based on real-life palaces Many of us grew up fantasizing about stepping foot in the magical world of Disney castles (Elsa’s castle may look cold, but the decor!). But your fantasies […]
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Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep
Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep Everyone already blames coffee. What gets missed is an entire shelf of ordinary pantry items sitting right next to it, working against sleep through mechanisms unrelated to […]
12 comforting dairy-free soup recipes to put you in the mood for fall
12 comforting dairy-free soup recipes The changing colours of the leaves ushers in autumn and the cosiest of all seasons- soup season! When the chill starts to set in there is nothing better during fall […]
12 pantry items you’re probably storing wrong
Pantry Items You’re Probably Storing Wrong Proper storage of pantry items plays a crucial role in maintaining their quality and flavor. Missteps in how we store everyday ingredients can lead to premature spoilage and degraded […]
Only true Gen Xers can identify all 12 of these discontinued grocery items
Only true Gen Xers can identify all 12 of these discontinued grocery items Frequent grocery shopping has a specific frustration nobody really talks about. It’s not the prices, or the lines, or the cart with […]
Health
Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep
Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep Everyone already blames coffee. What gets missed is an entire shelf of ordinary pantry items sitting right next to it, working against sleep through mechanisms unrelated to […]
Readers asked: Processed vs. whole grains, which are the healthiest?
Readers asked: Processed vs. whole grains, which are the healthiest? A reader wants a straight answer to a question that sounds simple and isn’t: What processed grains should go, and what whole grains should replace […]
10 tips for falling asleep fast
10 tips for falling asleep fast Few workweek roadblocks are more frustrating than trying (and failing) to catch enough sleep ahead of a busy day. Throw smartphone screens, workplace stress and old-fashioned restlessness into the […]
Diabetes has the HbA1c. Blood pressure has the cuff. What does autism treatment have?
One of the hallmarks of good medical care is the ability to measure progress objectively. When a child is treated for diabetes, we follow hemoglobin A1c. When we manage hypertension, we monitor blood pressure. Across […]
9 everyday foods longevity doctors avoid themselves
9 everyday foods longevity doctors avoid themselves Diet, exercise, and staying socially connected make up the well-worn trio behind most longevity advice, and none of it is wrong. What gets less attention is the shorter, […]
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’80s car features that seemed futuristic but weren’t
’80s car features that seemed futuristic but weren’t Back to the Future has a lot to answer for. One time-traveling DeLorean convinced an entire decade the future had already arrived, and manufacturers spent the 1980s […]
Automotive flops that were actually brilliantly designed: Do you agree?
Automotive flops that were actually brilliantly designed: Do you agree? Fashion and usefulness are two different concepts, and cars are one of the few products where both get graded on the same report card. Something […]
Can you guess which movie these iconic cars were in?
Guess Which Movie These Iconic Cars Were in Movies are often distinguished by certain attributes. Busby Berkeley movies had complex musical numbers, Esther Williams movies had synchronized swimming, and George Lucas movies had horribly written […]
Odd dashboard options car buyers actually paid extra for
Odd dashboard options car buyers actually paid extra for Some ideas showed up decades before the technology could support them; others were just novelties, sold to buyers willing to pay real money to feel like […]
9 car features from the ’90s aren’t legal today
9 car features from the ’90s aren’t legal today A ’90s car got away with things that would now draw a federal fine. Regulations eventually tightened, and things changed. Enforcement got real. The following are […]
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Rest in peace, Curry, Dolly and Peter Cullen: Celeb death trifectas we’re still not over
Do Celebrity Deaths Really Come in Threes? Have you heard of the “Celebrity Deaths Come in Threes” phenomenon? Well, it’s less about supernatural timing and more about how the human brain processes randomness and probability, […]
Boots, barns & big dreams: The real Dolly Parton country
On January 19, 1946, a baby was delivered in the deep country of Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, and it would change country music forever. This baby grew up to be none other than Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Dolly […]
This day in history: Happy birthday, Charlie Sheen!
Charlie Sheen was born Carlos Irwin Estévez on September 3, 1965, in New York. His father, veteran actor Martin Sheen, encouraged Charlie and his siblings to pursue acting careers. Charlie’s acting debut at age 9 […]
Rocky Horror & Tim Curry: Where the cult cast ended up
Rocky Horror & Tim Curry: Where the cult cast ended up When The Rocky Horror Picture Show premiered in 1975, 20th Century Fox had no idea what to do with the bizarre musical they’d just […]
Classic ’70s TV shows that would be canceled today
Classic ’70s TV shows that would be canceled today Judging a decade’s entertainment by today’s standards is a little like walking across loose sand. Every step risks sinking somewhere unfair, because television doesn’t get made […]
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Vintage home gadgets that were dangerous to use
Vintage home gadgets that were dangerous to use Nothing on this list felt dangerous at the time. That’s the unsettling part. A product worked exactly as advertised for years before the actual risk got connected […]
The most dangerous question in the AI age
The most dangerous question in the AI age The labor debate is a decoy. The real battle is who controls attention, criteria, and the right to say no. The question “Where do we put the […]
How many of these discontinued products do you remember?
How many of these discontinued products do you remember? Like natural selection, products need to adapt to survive the climate around them. As technology advances, products that can’t adapt will be discontinued. It’s a harsh […]
12 everyday items in your home quietly draining energy
12 Everyday Items in Your Home Quietly Draining Energy In an effort to save on energy costs and reduce environmental impact, many of us take simple steps like turning off lights and unplugging electronics. However, […]
8 everyday objects from the ’80s that would confuse a Gen Z teen today
8 everyday objects from the ’80s that would confuse a Gen Z teen today There is a specific kind of generational gap that isn’t about values, politics, or musical taste. It is about objects. Things […]
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- Why Midwest living still makes financial sense
- Rest in peace, Curry, Dolly and Peter Cullen: Celeb death trifectas we’re still not over
- The refinance is vanishing from homeowners’ plans, and the HELOC is taking its place
- Pantry staples that could be sabotaging your sleep
- Boots, barns & big dreams: The real Dolly Parton country
