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Pets

Dog breeds with the most timeless popularity

Three Irish Setters sitting in the grass

Modern bathrooms reduce mold risks and improve daily living

A modern bathroom with beige marble and wooden interior.

The March effect: Why divorce filings spike every spring

A couple's wedding rings on top of a calendar.

The 46% ready for commitment: What the data really says about what singles want in 2026

Two hands holding each other.

Mother's Day brunch, sorted: Top-rated local restaurants nationwide for holiday delivery and reservations, according to DoorDash data

A pink-themed Mother's Day brunch meal featuring a bouquet of flowers, a cup of tea, and pancakes.

Pets

8 celebs and the animals they share their lives with

Zendaya with her dog at SiriusXM's morning broadcast show.

The ultimate spring cleaning checklist for dog owners

A small dog carrying a basket in the yard full of garden tools.

The science of dog food palatability: Why your pup loves certain foods

A dog at home eating from a bowl.

Experts see a rising trend in pet humanization

Man at home eating pancakes with his dog.

Why some health professionals are recommending pet ownership for better health

A dog rests on its owner's lap as they pet its head.

Art & Culture

Art & Style

If these 10 celebrities were famous pieces of furniture, they would be…

Photo illustration with photos six circles representing celebrities and furniture items on orange background.

Red carpet to real life: 6 jewelry trends to try at home

Kate Hawley holding up her Oscar trophy during the 98th Annual Academy Awards.

The fastest-rising unusual “new gen” first names

A pregnant wife and her husband curiously browsing information on a smartphone while sitting on a sofa at home.

Art & Style

25 LGBTQ+ books that changed the literary landscape

Alison Bechdel attends the opening performance of the Broadway show based on her acclaimed graphic novel "Fun Home" in 2015 in New York City.

Hanukkah celebrations have changed dramatically, but the same is true of Christmas

Bulbs symbolizing candles have lit on the 30 foot-tall Hannukah menorah by the Jewish education centre 'Chabad Lubawitsch' in front of a Christmas tree at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.

Family

Parenting & Family

How AI is reshaping how parents think about their kids' futures

A group of children using laptops in a classroom.

Parenting & Family

Bump(ing) up your budget: A financial guide for expecting parents

A pregnant woman checking on new baby clothes at home.

Parenting & Family

10 warning signs your aging parent may need more help than they're willing to admit

An elderly person arranging medicine in a pill box for the week.

Parenting & Family

Study: The hidden home safety concerns of American parents

A young dehydrated teenage girl drinking a glass of water.

Parenting & Family

The states with the highest divorce rates, and what the numbers actually mean

Marriage rings and a pen on top of a divorce decree form.

Food & Drink

Mother's Day brunch, sorted: Top-rated local restaurants nationwide for holiday delivery and reservations, according to DoorDash data

A pink-themed Mother's Day brunch meal featuring a bouquet of flowers, a cup of tea, and pancakes.

How herbal infusion tools can help meet nutritional goals

Various medicinal herbs and natural tinctures in a wooden table.

Food & Drink

9 of the Best Fast-Food French Fries, Ranked

Overhead shot of french fries from 9 different fast food restaurants

Food & Drink

10 major fried chicken chains in the US, ranked by popularity

A Chick-Fil-A ordering counter in a food court in Peabody, Massachusetts

Good vibes, tequila, and sore feet: What Instacart orders reveal about music festivals in the Coachella Valley

A view of several shelves of sparkling water.

In Your State

States with the most boat owners

A happy senior couple sitting on the side of a sail boat on a calm blue sea looking and pointing to a clear horizon

States with the most registered hunters

Hunter walking carrying a rifle on a sunny fall day

States with the highest concentration of bridges

View of San Francisco skyline with famous Oakland Bay Bridge illuminated in evening light.

States with the most drunk driving fatalities

Burning vehicle upside down in the middle of the road after collision.

States where road conditions are deteriorating fastest

Close up on damaged road surface.

Retrospective

Retrospective

47 photos that show what life looked like in 1977

Color photo of five teenage girls leaning against a car on a tree-lined suburban street in San Diego in 1977. They wear high-waisted jeans and various casual tops including a tied blouse, a floral shirt, and a cardigan. One makes a peace sign and another rests her head on a friend's shoulder. Green hedges and parked cars are visible behind them.

Retrospective

27 photos that show what life looked like in 1987

Split image: on the left, a man in a neon pink and teal ski racing suit stands on a snowy mountain holding Dynastar skis; on the right, a toddler in printed overalls stands on the trunk of a red Chevrolet in front of a Pizza Hut.

Retrospective

60 photos that capture summer in the '60s

A smiling couple lean on a balcony at Thunderbird Motel, which overlooks a section of beach shaded by various colored umbrellas, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 1960s.

Retrospective

31 photos that show what life looked like in 1985

Side by side class photos of kids from 1985

Retrospective Food & Drink

20 Discontinued Hostess Snacks That Fans Still Miss

Hostess Big Wheels

Smart home devices that actually save money

A smart home system dashboard.

Beauty & Grooming

Should you shave before or after a shower?

A young man shaving his beard.

Why mulch should not be touch your siding

An illustration and focused shots of mulch and house pests.

The science of dog food palatability: Why your pup loves certain foods

A dog at home eating from a bowl.

Experts see a rising trend in pet humanization

Man at home eating pancakes with his dog.

Beauty & Grooming

How to get the most out of your skin care products

Skincare items in a towel next to a swimming pool.

The public restroom is a social hub for women (and new data backs it up)

Three young women enjoying a lighthearted moment together in a restroom.

Recreation & Hobbies

Truck bed camping 101

Silver 2023 Toyota Tacoma Truck with a tent built out for camping covering the truck bed.

50+ QR Code usage statistics 2026: Consumer and marketing data

A woman scanning a package's QR code with a phone.

How to choose the best bedding material for your sleep style

Soft white bedding on a cozy bed.