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Most Americans Couldn’t Afford An Emergency $500 Expense

The economy is improving, but most American savings accounts still couldn't handle surprise expenses, and it's leaving some in dire situations.

By Nickolaus Hines • Jan 8, 2016

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Most Americans Couldn’t Afford An Emergency $500 Expense

The economy is improving, but most American savings accounts still couldn't handle surprise expenses, and it's leaving some in dire situations.

By Nickolaus Hines • January 8, 2016

20 Surprising Quotes To Celebrate Pope Francis’ Birthday

El Papa Francesco turns 79 years old today. From calling on the world to combat climate change to his professional past as a janitor, chef and club bouncer, the current head of the Catholic Church challenges popular conceptions of the papacy, wooing diverse audiences from around the world. On his...

By Erin Kelly • Dec 17, 2015

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20 Surprising Quotes To Celebrate Pope Francis’ Birthday

El Papa Francesco turns 79 years old today. From calling on the world to combat climate change to his professional past as a janitor, chef and club bouncer, the current head of the Catholic Church challenges popular conceptions of the papacy, wooing diverse audiences from around the world. On his...

By Erin Kelly • December 17, 2015

Watch An Alleged Serial Rapist’s Response To Justice Being Served

When the judge handed down Holtzclaw's verdict, the former Oklahoma police officer wept in disbelief. "How could you do this?" Holtzclaw asked, maintaining his innocence to this day.

By Nickolaus Hines • Dec 14, 2015

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Watch An Alleged Serial Rapist’s Response To Justice Being Served

When the judge handed down Holtzclaw's verdict, the former Oklahoma police officer wept in disbelief. "How could you do this?" Holtzclaw asked, maintaining his innocence to this day.

By Nickolaus Hines • December 14, 2015

Video Of The Day: Former Prisoner Feels Like He’s Time Traveled After Being Released

What would a time traveller from the 1970s say if he or she stumbled into our world today? One 69-year-old man has an idea.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 3, 2015

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Video Of The Day: Former Prisoner Feels Like He’s Time Traveled After Being Released

What would a time traveller from the 1970s say if he or she stumbled into our world today? One 69-year-old man has an idea.

By All That's Interesting • December 3, 2015

“Mx.”—A Word That Replaces “Mr.” Or “Mrs.”—Has Been Added To The Dictionary

Mx, a new entry on Dictionary.com, reflects evolving understandings of gender and identity in the 21st century

By Savannah Cox • Nov 12, 2015

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“Mx.”—A Word That Replaces “Mr.” Or “Mrs.”—Has Been Added To The Dictionary

Mx, a new entry on Dictionary.com, reflects evolving understandings of gender and identity in the 21st century

By Savannah Cox • November 12, 2015

Is The Study Claiming That All Women Are Bisexual Or Lesbians Worthless?

Results of a recent study made the rounds on the Internet this past week, tantalizing (and angering) social media users with the idea that women are “never straight,” but either bisexual or lesbians. In a recent study meant to learn more about female sexuality, researchers at the University of Essex...

By Savannah Cox • Nov 9, 2015

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Is The Study Claiming That All Women Are Bisexual Or Lesbians Worthless?

Results of a recent study made the rounds on the Internet this past week, tantalizing (and angering) social media users with the idea that women are “never straight,” but either bisexual or lesbians. In a recent study meant to learn more about female sexuality, researchers at the University of Essex...

By Savannah Cox • November 9, 2015

Your World This Week, Oct. 25-Nov. 1

Your primer on health and nutrition this week: why bacon causes cancer, why you might be addicted to pizza and why going organic might just be a waste of money. The World Health Organization Says Bacon Causes Cancer We already told you that the World Health Organization (WHO) was planning...

By John Kuroski • Oct 26, 2015

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Your World This Week, Oct. 25-Nov. 1

Your primer on health and nutrition this week: why bacon causes cancer, why you might be addicted to pizza and why going organic might just be a waste of money. The World Health Organization Says Bacon Causes Cancer We already told you that the World Health Organization (WHO) was planning...

By John Kuroski • October 26, 2015

Graph Of The Day: Would You Kill Baby Hitler? New York Times Readers Respond

The New York Times Magazine asked their readers if they would kill baby Hitler. Here are the results of the heated exchange on Twitter.

By Nickolaus Hines • Oct 23, 2015

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Graph Of The Day: Would You Kill Baby Hitler? New York Times Readers Respond

The New York Times Magazine asked their readers if they would kill baby Hitler. Here are the results of the heated exchange on Twitter.

By Nickolaus Hines • October 23, 2015

Bad News Alert: Bacon Will Kill You As Fast As Cigarettes

Evidence shows an undeniable link between bacon and cancer.

By Savannah Cox • Oct 23, 2015

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Bad News Alert: Bacon Will Kill You As Fast As Cigarettes

Evidence shows an undeniable link between bacon and cancer.

By Savannah Cox • October 23, 2015

This Is Ukraine After Over A Year Of Conflict

Syria has once again captured the world’s attention, casting a long shadow over the ongoing war in Ukraine. But does the shift in international attention necessarily mean flagging hostilities? In short: probably not. In early 2014, Ukraine’s east fell into turmoil after a wave of demonstrations hit the main square...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 15, 2015

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This Is Ukraine After Over A Year Of Conflict

Syria has once again captured the world’s attention, casting a long shadow over the ongoing war in Ukraine. But does the shift in international attention necessarily mean flagging hostilities? In short: probably not. In early 2014, Ukraine’s east fell into turmoil after a wave of demonstrations hit the main square...

By All That's Interesting • October 15, 2015