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Are you looking for beautiful plants to grow in front of your boxwoods? Fortunately, there are so many options that thrive near boxwood shrubs and complement their shape. Since boxwoods don’t have flowers, they can look dull without anything in front of t...

We’ve all heard the saying “Once a cheater, always a cheater.” But does it ring true? Just because someone cheats once, does it mean they will cheat again? Turns out, it’s not quite that simple (is anything, ever?). There are a lot of factors that go into...

Maybe you’ve seen a hydration challenge floating around the internet, or you’re just looking to amp up your daily water intake. Is drinking 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water all that it’s cracked up to be? And if so, how can you hop in on the trend? Don’t worry—w...

It might come to no surprise that the stubborn, dependable bull and the practical, loyal virgin make great friends! Both Taurus and Virgo are Earth signs who share an ambitious nature, grounded lifestyle, and a strong sense of loyalty. Whether you're a Ta...

If you’ve never had squid ink before, your first thought might not be “Mmm, delicious!” However, this versatile, bluish-black substance that cephalopods use to escape from predators is a tasty addition to many pasta, rice, and seafood dishes. The best par...

Your Amazon package says it’s been delivered, but is nowhere in sight. Unfortunately, there’s a chance that the package was stolen. Luckily, Amazon tends to be pretty helpful in these cases. If your item was sold and shipped by Amazon, you can go through...

Roast chicken. Pasta. Steamed vegetables. Chili. Yogurt. Oatmeal. Is there anything you can’t make in an Instant Pot? The possibilities are endless, and you may notice that each recipe asks for a pressure release: NPR (natural pressure release) or QR (qui...

Minecraft is a sandbox game with infinite possibilities. Through the use of machines, it is possible to duplicate items in the game. This can be useful when something requires a lot of resources or you just don't have the time to gather the resources. So,...

You’ve just been invited to a gender reveal party, and it’s your first time. If you’re wondering if you should bring a gift, then rest assured that the decision is entirely up to you! A gender reveal party is all about the celebration, which means that th...

“He’s so cute!” is probably a phrase you’ve told your friends about a guy you’re crushing on, but have you ever told him that? Do guys even like that word? Every guy has different feelings about being called cute—some love it, and some would prefer you di...

You're meeting an old friend for lunch when they enthusiastically greet you with a long, tight hug. As the seconds go by, you’re left wondering if this is a friendly hug, or if it means they’ve been harboring a secret crush on you after all these years! T...

So, you’re doing some writing when the word “respectively” pops into your mind. Bravo! That’s one awesome word! But how do you use it and what does it mean? “Respectively” can add a formal flair to academic, scientific, and everyday writing, but there are...

You’ve worked for days, months, or even years on your cross stitch project, and now it’s time to display it in a frame. But how do you get your cross stitch to stay flat? And what’s the best method for keeping your aida tight in the frame? In this article...

Instagram's “notes” feature allows you to post quick notes with your close friends or followers and people can then reply to them using the DMs. Your notes will be visible at the top of the Chats list for 24 hours. After this time, your note will no longe...

Wondering if dogs are ticklish? Trying to get a laugh out of your pup? Believe it or not, people and dogs have a lot in common—including the ability to be tickled. However, while you may enjoy the occasional tickle fight, your dog may not find this sensat...

You're in college, studying, trying to have a great experience—why does it feel like you're not enjoying yourself as much as you should be? The truth is, with school stress, distance from family, and major lifestyle changes, college isn't a nonstop joyrid...