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Sextortion is a form of online blackmail whereby a predator threatens to make sexual images of a youth public. Here’s what you need to know about...
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He was a man seemingly doomed to live an obscure life, but Robert Smalls’ daring life defied expectations. Born into slavery in the salty coastal marshes...
Every year on the third Friday in February, thousands of people across the United States celebrate National Caregivers Day. This year, the event takes place on...
Barcodes have worked well since they were first invented in 1952, but it turns out that they don’t play nice with bots. The average person can’t...
Understanding the reasons for bullying may help you handle the behaviors. Here are a few common reasons why some kids bully. Lack of attention According to...
If your lover loves chocolates, then maybe any heart-shaped box will do, but if you have a cool $14,000 around, try the Gargantua by The Ross....
Do you buy locally grown food whenever possible but want to ensure you’re doing right by the environment when it comes to imported goods? If so,...
In what sounds like a kid’s movie plot, the Central Intelligence Agency once tried to turn a fluffy cat into a secret agent feline. In the...
Is the best part of waking up cereal and milk in your cup? It turns out dry cereal has quite a fascinating history, and while it’s...
Groundhogs have been said to predict spring weather for hundreds of years, but Punxsutawney Phil (and his predecessors) has been doing it professionally for 136 years....
Praised for its practicality and efficacy, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is simultaneously a sport, a self-defense system, and a fitness program. It’s an accessible sport that provides the...
Do you share a birthday with a celebrity? 1 – Big Boi, 48, rapper (Outkast), born Antwan Patton, Savannah, GA, 1975. 2 – Christie Brinkley,...
Frank Strother served with the 43rd Regiment of Virginia Cavalry – Mosby’s Partisan Rangers, in Company A. When his parole was issued at Winchester on 5...
Although you can expect snow and ice every winter, each year brings a new landscape for you to enjoy. Here are three ways to rediscover winter’s...
Anyone can be a victim of bullying. However, kids with any of these six characteristics may be more susceptible than others. 1. Successful. Kids who get...
Conflict and bullying aren’t the same things. One describes a healthy dialogue between two parties, while the other represents an intent to harm someone else. Learning...
You’re never too young or old to learn to draw or improve your artistic abilities. Here are a few good reasons to enroll your child, or...
Whether an experienced skier or a novice, you can always learn something new to improve your performance on the slopes. As you head for the hills...
Famous worldwide, chess is considered both a sport and a hobby. It provides many benefits for adults and children, which can translate into everyday life. Here...
This year, 2023, will mark the 60th anniversary of one of the most famous speeches in American history and perhaps the history of the world, too....
Billions of years from now, the universe will come to an end. At least, that’s what many scientists think. With our current understanding of physics, researchers...
A winter camping trip is an ultimate adventure. Once you’ve chosen a campsite and checked the weather conditions, ensure you equip yourself for the elements. Here...
The sun is absolutely massive — it contains 99.86 percent of all the mass in the solar system, with enough volume to fit 1.3 million Earth-sized...
You know you shouldn’t hibernate all winter, but the motivation to get out in the cold can be hard to locate. Here’s an idea: Get a...
Do you have a favorite winter activity? Whatever your skill level – and energy level – the winter season provides ample opportunity to enjoy the fresh...
Forget splashy goals that you forget about by February (or sooner). Here are some simple resolutions that may not seem like much but can create lasting...
Do you share a birthday with a celebrity? 1 – Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis , 37, former basketball player, Baton Rouge, LA, 1986. 2...