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The no-contact decluttering method worth trying out, non-obvious signs of drowning you should know, and mysterious brain diseases.

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10 Things Incredibly Likable People Never, Ever Do (and Why You Love Them for It)

What you do can make you extremely likable. So can what you choose not to do.

The Five Health and Fitness Numbers That Actually Matter

Experts told GQ which activity tracker data is worth paying attention to.

How to Make Your Car Last 200,000 Miles and More

Many of today’s cars last for 200,000 miles or more with few if any major repairs. CR shares its research and advice on how to make your car last.

We Tried 7 Ways to Make a Grilled Cheese and the Winner Was Abundantly Clear

Is butter really the best? To find out, I experimented with many different fats to see which one created the ultimate grilled cheese

3 Non-Obvious Signs of Drowning That Every Adult Should Know

Spotting them can mean the difference between life and death.

The Dead Hang Delight: How This Quick, Surprisingly Simple Exercise Can Change Your Life

Would you like to strengthen your upper body and core muscles, while improving your flexibility and breathing? Here’s how to do it.

What’s Better for You: A Long, Slow Walk or a Fast, Short One?

Boost the benefits of your daily walk by keeping an eye on your pace and distance.

The Real Reason Costco Employees Check Receipts at Exits

Feeling like you’re a suspect isn’t the greatest way to end a shopping trip. But it’s not you they’re after.

They All Got Mysterious Brain Diseases. They’re Fighting to Learn Why.

In late 2018, after an otherwise-normal Christmas holiday, Laurie Beatty started acting strange.

Why the “No Contact” Decluttering Method Makes It Way Easier to Get Rid of Stuff

Discover the power of out-of-sight, out-of-mind decluttering: Learn how the “no contact” method can help you effortlessly let go of your possessions to create a clutter-free space.

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