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theguardian.com
103-year-old woman becomes Grand Canyon ranger: 'I enjoy every minute'Rose Torphy is three years older than the national park itself, and recently joined as its oldest-ever junior ranger
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gq.com
How 'Schitt's Creek' Creator Dan Levy Made a Family of Rich Misfits LovableSchitt's Creek emerged as a quiet juggernaut, one of those rare, ultra-bingeable shows that packs a ton of heart. How exactly did creator and star Dan Levy—a former MTV Canada VJ—do it? Well, we'll let him explain.
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Jetsetters
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thisiscolossal.com
50,000 Photographs Combine to Form a Detailed Image of the Moon and StarsPhotographer Andrew McCarthy has transformed 50,000 individual images of the night sky into one very large and detailed photo of the moon. Every crater and lunar mare on the "light" side looks like it was shot from within the natural satellite's orbit, when the image was actually created from a tele
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camillestyles.com
These are the Most Instagrammable Boutique Hotels In the World#aboutlastnight
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qz.com
Bill Gates has a remarkably simple method for retaining the information he readsThe Microsoft cofounder is a voracious reader
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apple.com
Apple highlights best photos shot on iPhone around the worldiPhone photographers around the world shared their best photos for the Shot on iPhone Challenge, capturing shots with the world’s most popular camera.
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Mental Space
by @mixpicks
epicurious.com
Peruvian-Style Roast Chicken with Tangy Green SauceThis cumin- and paprika-spiced number gets added punch from an addictively tangy green sauce and a crisp, bright avocado and cucumber salad. Spatchcocking—an easy and fun technique that involves removing the backbone to “flatten” the bird before cooking—makes for quick roasting and produces juicy results.
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video.nationalgeographic.com
U2 Spy Plane Flies Through a Dazzling AuroraViewing an aurora from earth is amazing; flying into one is truly spectacular. Air Force pilot Ross Franquemont flew his U-2 Spy plane through these colorful lights. Used for aerial surveillance, the U-2 can reach cruising altitudes of over 70,000 feet.
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purewow.com
Why Your Post-Workout Routine Is Just as Important as the Workout
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Healthy Living
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architecturaldigest.com
Inside the Complex World of Ski Resort DesignCreating perfectly skiable terrain is equal parts science and art—here's how it's done at the country's premier destinations
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mymodernmet.com
Innovative Self-Watering Indoor Garden Grows 90 Fruits and Veggies at a TimeThis self-watering indoor garden allows you to grow up to 90 vegetables, fruits, and herbs simultaneously.
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scarymommy.com
Why I’m So Sad To Be Done Having BabiesWhat do I do now that I'm done having babies?
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theguardian.com
Concrete: the most destructive material on EarthAfter water, concrete is the most widely used substance on the planet. But its benefits mask enormous dangers to the planet, to human health – and to culture itself
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emilyluxton.co.uk
One Week in Costa Rica – Livin’ La Pura VidaHow I spent one week in Costa Rica - everywhere I went and everything I did during my 7 days in Costa Rica, plus all my top tips and recommended itinerary.
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vice.com
The Original Lone Wolf Terrorist Was Pissed About a Masturbation ArrestThe "Alphabet Bomber" attacked LAX, manipulated the media, and set the stage for decades of fear and far-right attacks.
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theverge.com
Emoji are showing up in court cases exponentially, and courts aren’t preparedWhat does a crown emoji really mean?
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scientificamerican.com
Proper Breathing Brings Better HealthStress reduction, insomnia prevention, emotion control, improved attention—certain breathing techniques can make life better. But where do you start?
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Curious Critters
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In Olden Days
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mentalfloss.com
Does a Realtor Have to Disclose That a House Is Supposedly Haunted?Here's what the law says.
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vox.com
How the Tinder algorithm actually worksSome math-based advice for those still swiping.
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rollingstone.com
Why Everyone Is So Obsessed With Marie KondoThe Netflix phenomenon ‘Tidying Up With Marie Kondo’ promises far greater returns than an uncluttered house
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theguardian.com
The best thing you can do for your health: sleep well‘A consistent seven to nine-hour sleep each night is the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and body health’
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time.com
Guillermo del Toro: Why Being Optimistic Is a Radical Choice'It is the hard choice, the brave choice'
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Winning At Life
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healthline.com
13 Most Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Can EatChronic inflammation can lead to weight gain and disease. This article lists 13 foods that have powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
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mymodernmet.com
Ranch-Style Mirrored House Is a Chameleon Among the Mountainous Swiss AlpsMan-made architecture and boundless nature merge into one.
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islandconservation.org
Disappearing Mosquitoes Leave Clues About Basic EcologyMosquitoes have been disappearing on Palmyra Atoll following invasive rat eradication. Could these two things be linked?
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outsideonline.com
How Energy Bars Became America's Favorite SnackWhen outdoor athletes launched the first energy bars more than 30 years ago, no one could have predicted it would revolutionize the way Americans eat. A look inside the hottest—and strangest—category in natural foods.
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Green Power
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theparisreview.org
Reading in the Age of Constant DistractionTwenty-five years ago, Sven Birkerts published “The Gutenberg Elegies: The Fate of Reading in an Electronic Age.” Have his fears and projections come to pass?
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sassytownhouseliving.com
5 Styling Hacks for Your Small Living Room — Sassy Townhouse LivingIf you have a small living room then you are going to appreciate these stying hacks. Not everyone has a large living room and tips are always helpful!
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ramshacklepantry.com
The Origin of the Greyhound CocktailThe fascinating history of the Greyhound cocktail. Let's do this.
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theatlantic.com
The Four-Letter Code to Selling Just About AnythingWhat makes things cool?
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Do the Right Thing
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qz.com
Physics explains why time passes faster as you ageThe minutes tick by steadily, unchanging, and yet the days pass faster as you get older. A new paper explains how we perceive time.
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theatlantic.com
The Feud That Birthed the Electric GuitarLes Paul and Leo Fender were fierce competitors. Their rivalry led them both in the same direction—toward the creation of the solid-bodied instrument that changed the course of rock music.
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techcrunch.com
Facebook pays teens to install VPN that spies on themDesperate for data on its competitors, Facebook has been secretly paying people to install a “Facebook Research” VPN that lets the company suck in all of a user’s phone and web activity, similar to Facebook’s Onavo Protect app that Apple banned in June and that was removed i…
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Bound Together
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npr.org
Empowering Kids In An Anxious WorldTeen depression and anxiety rates have been rising for years, and two new books offer advice to parents and caregivers.
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rollingstone.com
Jonny Greenwood to Score New Film Starring Joaquin PhoenixMusician reunites with director Lynne Ramsay for upcoming thriller, ‘You Were Never Really Here’
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mentalfloss.com
Why Are Cats Afraid of Water?There's a reason why your cat has murder in her eyes when she gets wet.
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weforum.org
These 8 innovations could help us dramatically reduce our fossil fuel useFrom cutting the cost of renewable energy, to speeding up the electrification of home heating systems, McKinsey has identified eight ways to significantly decrease our reliance on fossil fuels by 2050.
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5minutesformom.com
French Dip Sliders RecipeThis easy recipe for French Dip Sliders combines smoky roast beef and smooth provolone cheese with sweet rolls to create a mouthwatering option for dinner (the kids will LOVE these) or your game day party!
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cntraveler.com
The 13 Scariest Airports to Fly IntoFlying might be one of the safest modes of transportation, but you must admit—landing at one of these airports will make even the most confident flier grip the armrest.
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hbr.org
Time for HappinessWhy the pursuit of money isn’t bringing you joy — and what will
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hobbiesonabudget.com
Ultimate List of Free Indoor DestinationsAll across the United States there are free art museums, factory tours, train museums, historical sites and galleries that offer indoor destinations for mega memory making opportunities!  Whether you live in Alabama, California or somewhere in between, there are ideas here to get your next local adventure started! 
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Brush Strokes
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The Great Outdoors
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newrepublic.com
How One Murder Could Reshape OklahomaThe Supreme Court may declare that half the state is still Indian country under federal law.
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bloomberg.com
Venezuela’s Lessons for American SocialistsThere may be a right way to do socialism, but this sure isn’t it.
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food52.com
This is How Chicken was Meant to Be FriedMove over Korean fried chicken, there's new kid in town.
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thevalemagazine.com
A Photographic Immersion in "The Island of the Colorblind"Belgian photographer Sanne De Wilde has used Pingelap in Micronesia and the concept of color blindness to inspire a series of images on genetics.
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hbr.org
How to Be Creative on DemandStrategies for coming up with good ideas when you need them.
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Fashionista in the Making
by @mixpicks
rollingstone.com
Joni Mitchell: 10 Essential TracksThe most poignant tunes by one of the greatest songwriters of the past half-century
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nationalgeographic.com
38 Holy Places With Awe-Inspiring ArchitectureGet inspired with a visit to these sacred spaces.
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