28 facts about men you may not believe are true
Boys will be boys, they say, and certainly men are different. For example, men are far more likely than women to be struck and killed by lightning. So are the differences hard coded into our […]
33 facts about women you may not believe are true
The battle of the sexes rages on, but are we really as different as we seem? When it comes to the things that separate us, a lot of it comes down to social expectations. For […]
Getting through the first big holiday after a loved one’s death
A few years ago, my father passed away just before Thanksgiving. That holiday season passed in a blur. A strange swirl of questions went through my mind: Should my family still celebrate Christmas while in throes […]
13 smart gifts for the genius kids in your life
Finding the perfect gift for your grandchildren can be tough, and if you’ve got a particularly smart grandchild, it can be even harder. You want to find a present that can help nurture their gifts, […]
78 facts about World War II you may not know
On Dec. 7, 1941, the Japanese launched a sneak attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Seventy-eight years later, we still remember the attack as the moment the United States finally entered World War II. As […]
The generation no one complains about (no, it’s not Gen X)
These days, a battle of the generations is taking place in the culture. People wag their fingers at the just-coming-of-age Generation Z and their phone-dependence and inability to play outside. “OK boomer,” they reply. Gen Xers mock […]
5 ways to boost your energy this holiday season
Between the gifts, gatherings, and endless little tasks, you’re already exhausted — and the holidays aren’t even here yet. Nearly two-thirds of respondents to an American Psychological Association survey said they sometimes, or often, felt fatigued during […]
The best selling toys & games on Amazon heading into the holidays
It’s not always easy to know what to give kids for the holidays. Sometimes they’re clear and have a long, daunting list. But other times — especially if you’re shopping for a niece or nephew, […]
There’s therapeutic power in a purring cat
Is there a more relaxing sound than your cat, curled up and cozy, purring away on your lap? Maybe. But if you agree there’s not, the science is on your side. Research has proven that […]
There are secret codes in Costco pricetags. Here’s what to look for
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of stocking up on barrels of your favorite bulk-items at Costco. A lifetime supply of Honey Nut Cheerios? Costco’s got your back. Blocks upon blocks of your favorite cheeses? […]