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How to Survive the Holidays

How to Survive the Holidays

Each year is full of obligations: birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, weddings and more — and for some of us, it can be a bit much. Here are some tips on how to get through this year without wanting to kill yourself — again.

The New Bed Bugs Epidemic

The New Bed Bugs Epidemic

Bed bugs are small wingless insects that feed solely upon the blood of warm-blooded animals. They are nest parasites and that means that they live around the areas their hosts sleep. They can crawl, run and climb, but they do not fly or jump. Infestations are becoming so common that exterminators can barely keep up.

Thanksgiving Around the World

Thanksgiving Around the World

Did you know that the U.S. isn’t the only country in the world that celebrates Thanksgiving? Of course each country has its own reasons for being thankful. Here’s a selection of some of the countries around the world that celebrate Thanksgiving.

The History of Makeup

The History of Makeup

As many of us rush to get ready in the morning, we usually don’t give our mascara or blush a second thought. However, makeup has been around for at least 6,000 years and has played a role in nearly every society. Check out where makeup started, and how it got to where it is today.

America’s Richest & Poorest Cities

America’s Richest & Poorest Cities

The United States of America is the wealthiest country in the world, with a GDP of $14.5 trillion. It’s a huge country, however, both land and population-wise, and that wealth is spread over a lot of uneven territory. In this infographic we explore the cities in which America’s most wealthy are located, as well as […]