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The Best Things To Buy in July Before the Deals Disappear
July is quietly one of the better months to shop — back-to-school prices are already climbing, but right now the deals are still worth a look.

Most Workers Will Retire With Half the Money They Need
Most workers expect to retire on about half of what financial planners say they actually need. That gap is bigger than a lot of people realize.

Here's Exactly How Long a Fireworks Show Should Last
Most people assume a longer fireworks show is always better. Turns out, a five-minute burst of nonstop color can hit harder than a thirty-minute show running on fumes.

The Backyard Plants That Actually Keep Mosquitoes Away
Before you light another citronella candle, it turns out some common garden plants might already be doing that job — if you know how to use them right.

A Flight Attendant Reveals Why You Keep Missing Connections
Most missed connections come down to the same handful of mistakes — and a flight attendant says travelers make them over and over without realizing it.

Sorry Chicago — A Washington Hot Dog Just Won Best in America
Eight regional hot dogs went head-to-head in a taste test, and the one with cream cheese on it beat out some pretty serious competition.

Don't Show Up to a Fourth of July Party Without These
With America turning 250 this Fourth of July, showing up with something thoughtful in hand feels more fitting than ever.

Your Car Could Destroy These Everyday Items This Summer
A parked car in Washington summer heat can hit nearly 140 degrees in half an hour — and some of what's sitting in there right now probably shouldn't be.

The One Airline That Almost Never Cancels Summer Flights
More than 41 percent of summer delay minutes come down to one thing — a late plane from the previous flight. It's almost never just weather.

Apple Pie Lost to This Food as America's Most Iconic Dish
As America gets ready to turn 250, a new survey asked people what makes this country worth celebrating — and the answer that came out on top might actually surprise you.


