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8 Best Indoor Plant Pots and Planters to House Your Growing Greenery

No matter the number of houseplants you already own, these indoor plant pots will inspire you to buy more.

11 Best Plant Stands to Show Off Your Indoor Garden

Every plant parent should have a gorgeous indoor plant stand to display their pride and joy.


How to Grow Your Own Food: A Beginner’s Guide

Everything you need to know about growing your own food at home, whether you have a large backyard or a...


10 Mosquito-Repelling Plants You Need in Your Backyard

Why invest in pesticides or bug sprays to control mosquitoes when you can repel them naturally with plants?


The Meaning Behind Your 50 Favorite Flowers

From honoring rainbow-riding goddesses to warding off monsters, your favorite flowers have some fascinating stories behind their colorful blooms.

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When Is Memorial Day 2025, and Why Do We Celebrate It?

It's not just the unofficial beginning of summer. Read up on this holiday's meaning and history before Memorial Day 2025...


Why Does Daylight Saving Time Start at 2 a.m.?

As the saying goes, "spring forward, fall back." But why does the time change at 2 a.m.?


25 Fun Facts About Pi Your Math Teacher Might Have Missed – JT

Learn these interesting facts about pi before Pi Day on March 14


The Fascinating History Behind These 24 Christmas Symbols

How did decorated trees, cut-out cookies and stockings by the fireplace become Christmas symbols?


19 Christmas Brainteasers You’ll Love Unwrapping

Take a break from holiday shopping and decorating to solve these tricky Christmas brainteasers


140 Christmas Movie Trivia Questions (with Answers)

Think you know your holiday films? Test your knowledge with these Christmas movie trivia questions—they're not as easy as you...


What Is Christmas, and Why Do We Celebrate It?

Christmas is America's No. 1 favorite holiday—90% of us celebrate it. But what is Christmas, exactly, and how did it...


35 LGBTQ Books Everyone Should Read, Chosen by Queer Authors

We asked 16 queer authors to share the best LGBTQ books they've ever read. Here are their top picks.

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85 Halloween Trivia Questions and Answers for Spooktacular Fun

Test your knowledge of Oct. 31 facts with these Halloween trivia questions—answers included!


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The History of Jack-o’-Lanterns and How They Became a Halloween Tradition

Why do we carve pumpkins on Halloween? This fun tradition dates way, way back to ancient customs and a spooky...


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60 Patriotic 4th of July Trivia Questions to Test Your Red, White and Blue IQ

Impress those history buffs by breaking out this 4th of July trivia at the Independence Day barbecue


Meet Amanda Gorman: The History-Making Poet the World Is Still Talking About

The youngest-ever inaugural poet exploded onto the national stage when she spoke at President Joe Biden's inauguration. Here are some...


How to Make Compost at Home to Enrich Your Garden

Here's everything you need to know about how to make compost at home.


The Ultimate Guide to CBD

CBD products are big business, projected to hit $20 billion in sales by 2024. But does CBD work? Is it safe?...


30 Books by Black Authors That Belong on Your Bookshelf

Looking for some riveting reads to add to the TBR stack? Take your pick from these compelling books by Black...


The Root of Society’s Obsession with Controlling Black Hair

From the Tignon laws and Madame C.J. Walker to the CROWN Act of 2020, let's look back to build a...


10 Everyday Examples of the Glaring Reality of White Privilege

Chances are, if you're tired of hearing about White privilege, you've probably spent a lifetime benefiting from it.

8 Children’s Nursery Rhymes That Are Actually Racist

Can a catchy little rhyme really be that problematic? Yes—and it’s one way racism was inextricably woven into American life....


Are Exorcisms Real? 12 True Exorcism Stories

We're sharing stories of real exorcisms so you can determine, "Are exorcisms real?"


Why Mardi Gras Float Riders Have to Wear Masks

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." Here's what to know about its popular...


Why Are the Mardi Gras Colors Purple, Gold, and Green?

If you want to unearth the history and origins of Mardi Gras, the iconic Mardi Gras colors are a good...


Chinese Dragons: Why They’re So Important in Chinese Culture

The Chinese dragon is more than just a lucky symbol!


15 Creative Ways to Volunteer and Make a Difference

If you have a favorite hobby or activity, volunteering for a related cause can make a big difference in your...