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An 1800s Socialite Invented the Dishwasher — Plus 2 Other Lesser-Known Inventors Who Shaped Our Modern World

Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Steve Jobs — not only do you likely recognize these names, but you also probably associate them with the inventions that made them famous. But what about the other, often overlooked designers whose ingenuity has significantly improved our lives? Many innovators throughout history aren’t household names, so in honor of […]

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Start Planning Now: The World’s Best Hotels for 2026, According to U.S. News & World Report

Looking for a hotel that’s (much) more than a place to rest your head? U.S. News & World Report released its 16th annual best hotels ranking, evaluating over 31,000 accommodations in more than 400 destinations around the world — from all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean to five-star stays in Canada. For the second year running, […]

This Trait Could Be Key to a Lasting Romance

Passion and commitment are widely believed to be the foundation of strong romantic relationships. But a relationship is made of two unique individuals, and personality traits these individuals possess or lack can often make a relationship more likely to endure. In a 2019 study, we found that one trait in particular — humility — is an important indicator of successful relationships.

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A Nice News Editor’s Love Letter to Public Libraries

This open letter was written in honor of National Library Lovers’ Month. The library of my childhood is a small brick building that housed a world of opportunity for me. I can still remember signing my name on the back of my first library card, the weekly story times, and the early aughts desktop computers […]

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Dabbling Is Good for You: Why an Expert Says You Should Try New Things Just for Fun

When was the last time you tried something fun without worrying about the outcome? We’re often taught that in order to reap the benefits of a new activity, we need to do it consistently. Yet as helpful as habits can be, dabbling — or engaging in activities sporadically just for the pure enjoyment of it […]

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Pet Parents Survey Points to How Much They Love (and Spend on) Their Furry Friends

A look at the comments section of many an adorable dog or cat video will tell you that “there’s no such thing as spoiled” when it comes to pets — and some new stats are backing that up. In a survey of 2,000 pet owners, 65% said they’d make budget cuts to their own lifestyles before interfering with their furry friends.’

Mary Ball Washington, George’s Single Mother, Often Gets Overlooked — But She’s Well Worth Saluting

It is important and poignant to recall the hard life of Mary Ball Washington, who struggled — mostly alone — to raise our Founding Father. Historians have left us with inaccurate and mostly unpleasant accounts of her long and laborious years.