9 body parts we no longer use
April 14, 2015, 1:26 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
From teeth to tailbones, many ancestral remnants are hanging out in our bodies with nothing to do.
What breakfast looks like around the world
April 10, 2015, 8:26 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The most important meal of the day sure looks different when you wake up in a new locale.
6 ways to get a realistic keepsake of your pet
April 7, 2015, 3:58 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
From stuffed animals to crocheted creations, there are many ways to have a permanent replica of your best animal friend.
7 reasons siblings are wonderful (and weird)
April 3, 2015, 1:14 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
We have a unique relationship with our brothers and sisters, the people who help shape our lives.
Do you know your left from your right?
April 2, 2015, 1:18 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Scientists aren't sure what causes directional confusion, but it's somehow connected with the way the two halves of the brain divvy up functions.
6 tools to help predict how long you'll live
March 30, 2015, 2:12 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Want to get a handle on your life expectancy? Take a deep breath and read on.
Don't be such a whiner! 8 ways to complain less
March 23, 2015, 12:12 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Could you go a whole month without complaining? A quick, how-to guide to get you started.
Light at night can have serious effects
March 22, 2015, 10:48 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Get some blackout curtains. More and more studies show artificial light can harm your health.
What ailments does medical marijuana help?
March 17, 2015, 5:36 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
As more states legalize cannabis for health treatments, here's a rundown of the science.
17 things you didn't know about shamrocks
March 13, 2015, 2:10 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Here's a ton of trivia and lore about Ireland's favorite (and occasionally lucky) plant.
What's your cleanliness IQ?
March 11, 2015, 10:59 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
How smart are you when it comes to keeping clean and germ-free? Take our quiz and find out.
11 fascinating farm blogs
March 9, 2015, 2:48 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
From backyard chicken keepers to serious sheep shearers, these online storytellers celebrate the rural life.
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners will take your breath away
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How safe is cured, smoked or salted fish?
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Parallel worlds exist and interact with our world, say physicists
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How to find a hobby (and why you should)
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The truth about the tree that grows 'brains' and scares small children
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8 things to know before getting a pet rabbit
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Why you should mulch leaves, not rake them
Don't just stuff everything into a bag and leave it on the curb. Make use of that fall yard waste.
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When will fall leaves be at their peak near me?
Now you know the best time to be a 'leaf peeper' in any part of the U.S.
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7 amazing soups for soup weather
The chill in the air means soup should be in your bowl.
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5 ways to beat fall allergies
They always seem to pack a wallop. Here's how you can find relief.
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Why does autumn have two names?
Autumn is the only season with two names. How did this happen, and which name should you use?
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5 classic fall recipes
Roasted veggies and soups of all kinds are what we're talking about.
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Thanks to seed savers, Glass Gem corn exists
This stunning, multi-colored corn is real and edible, and its seeds are now in high demand.
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10 best places outside the U.S. for fall color
These places around the world that equal U.S. locales when it comes to colorful scenery.
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