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10 Illuminating Online Courses You Can Take in August

From mastering mindfulness to making macarons, there’s an online class on this list for every type of student.

Equifax Might Owe You Money for the 2017 Data Breach. Here's How to Find Out How Much

The 2017 breach affected 147 million consumers. Earlier this week it was announced that Equifax is set to compensate them for their troubles—but they may have received more complaints than they anticipated.

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The 20 Best Hospitals in America

'U.S. News & World Report' has released its annual ranking of America's best hospitals by specialty and presented its "honor roll" of the overall top 20 hospitals across the country.

13 Things You Might Not Have Known About Dr. Pimple Popper

YouTube’s favorite dermatologist, Dr. Sandra Lee—a.k.a. Pimple Popper—tells Mental Floss in her own words how she got her start, the hazards of the job, and why people love her videos.

Kohl's and the UPS Store Will Pack and Ship Your Amazon Returns for Free

You don't need to do any packing or printing to return unwanted items to Amazon. If you live close to a UPS Store or Kohl's, you can drop it off as is.

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America's 25 Best Big Cities to Live In

Living in a rural area may offer peace and quiet, but big cities have countless virtues, too. Check out the best 25 big cities in the United States.

America's 50 Best Workplaces, According to Employees

Sometimes you can have the perfect job, but the company culture just isn't up to par. Find out which American companies are beloved by the people who work there.

You Can Get a Passport in 24 Hours—Here's How

It can take weeks to process a passport application. But if you're in a pinch, there's a way to get one in as little as 24 hours—but it's going to cost you.

‘Budget Meal Planner’ Website Shows You How to Eat Well on $5 Per Day

Every Friday, Budget Meal Planner publishes a healthy, cheap meal plan that fits a new culinary theme.

How to Parallel Park Perfectly in One Try, According to Math

Here are four easy steps to make sure your parallel parking experience isn’t the stuff of nightmares.

America's 25 Best Beach Towns

While having the beach at your doorstep may sound like an enviable, expensive luxury, it’s more attainable than you might think.

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The 20 Most Expensive Cities for Americans Living Abroad

Thinking of moving abroad for work, play, or something else? See the list of most expensive cities for expats.

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America’s 25 Most Undervalued Cities

Looking to settle down in a place where you can really stretch every dollar? Consider one of America's undervalued cities.

Want to Retire a Millionaire? Here's How Much You Need to Put Into Your 401(k) Each Month

If you want to have $1 million in your 401(k) when you turn 65, here's how much you should be saving today.

This Amazingly Simple Google Docs Hack Is a Game-Changer

Instead of going to Google Drive to open a new Google Doc, Sheet, or Slide, all you have to do is a type a few letters into your browser.

25 of the Best Places to Retire Early in America

Kiplinger crunched the numbers to determine 50 of the best places in America that can make retiring at the age of 45 a more realistic goal.

Beware the New Phishing Scam That's Attacking Your Google Calendar

Even if you don't respond to them, Google Calendar may send you notifications for fraudulent invites, making them seem more trustworthy.

The Best Way to Wash Your Fruits and Veggies

A quick rinse isn't always ideal. Here's how to keep bacteria on your fresh fruits and vegetables at bay.

The 50 Highest-Paying College Majors for 2019

For students worried about repaying student loan debt, these 50 majors have the highest salary potential in the years post-graduation.

The 25 Highest-Paying Entry-Level Jobs for New Graduates

Recent college graduates starting the job hunting process could do worse than landing one of these lucrative entry-level jobs.

Scam Alert: If You Get a 'One-Ring' Call in the Middle of the Night, Don’t Call Back

You don't need to give away your name or credit card information to fall victim to the "one-ring" robocall scam—just calling back the number could cost you money.

Google Is Probably Tracking Your Location Right Now—Here’s How to Stop That

Google says it uses around-the-clock location tracking to improve the services it offers consumers. But if you're uncomfortable with that idea, there's a way to turn it off.

The 25 Happiest Cities in America

With high salaries, healthy environments, and more, these U.S. cities are home to a lot of happy citizens.

How to Check the Status of Your Passport Application

Desperate to know if your passport will be ready in time for your vacation? Here's what you need to do to check the status of your application by phone and online.

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