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Why Stop Signs Used To Be Yellow

It wasn't until 1954 that stop signs became the red color we know today. Here's the history of traffic's most famous octagon.

7 Red Flags Someone Is Stealing Your WiFi

Having an outside party steal your WiFi can be inconvenient and frustrating at best, harmful...

11 Things Coronavirus Has Made People Change About Their Home Lives

Cleaning more, spending less. Cooking more, shopping less. Homes.com compiled data showing how people's home-bound...

11 Things Amazon Won’t Sell Anymore

COVID-19 has forced Amazon to crack down on some problematic products, but the site was...

5 Buttons You See Every Day That Actually Do Nothing

Jamming that "close" button won't make the elevator door close any faster.

15 Things You Do to Your Car That Mechanics Wouldn’t

Yes, you need to "warm up" your car.

12 Things You Should Never Buy Used

In tough economic times, everyone’s looking for bargains. But while it’s a great idea to...

The Most Trusted Cleaning Products in America

Big-name brands like Clorox and Tide get a lot of fanfare, but do they live...

12 Everyday Items That Can Be HUGE Security Risks

Unfortunately, in today's super-connected world your personal information is at a higher risk than ever....

This Is How Long You Can Drive on a Spare Tire

Every driver hopes they'll never have a flat. But if that day comes, you need...

How Do Gas Pumps ‘Know’ Your Car’s Tank Is Full?

Gas pumps have been around long before "smart" technology. So how are they able to...

8 Things You Shouldn’t Clean with S.O.S. Pads

Using these handy cleaning tools wrong could leave certain household surfaces and objects worse off...

What Do Those Washing Symbols on Your Clothes Mean?

You know those hieroglyphics-like symbols on clothing labels? They’re intended to give consumers important cleaning...

9 Unlucky Things to Never Keep in Your Home

Feeling superstitious or unlucky? According to feng shui and other cultural traditions, these are the...

Antibacterial Soap vs. Regular Soap: Which Should You Be Using?

Turns out when it comes to fighting the novel coronavirus — and germs in general...

5 Toilet Paper Alternatives That Will Definitely Clog Your Pipes

Running out of toilet paper? Make sure you don't make matters worse by flushing something...

Washing Symbols: What Do Those Laundry Images on Your Clothes Mean?

You know those hieroglyphics-like symbols on clothing labels? They’re intended to give consumers important cleaning...

21 Secrets Costco’s Free Sample Employees Wish You Knew

Yes, we see you coming back for seconds.

How to Change Alexa’s Name: 7 Easy Steps

Your Alexa device comes with three other possible "names." Here's how you can try one...

Thrift Store Employees Reveal the Weirdest Donations They’ve Ever Received

From creepy and unnerving to just plain hilarious, these stories of real donations prove that...

This Is the Most Dangerous Time of Year to Drive

It's not because of bad weather.

Why You Probably Shouldn’t Buy Your Cereal at Costco

As great as Costco is, it's not always a one-stop shop. Here's why you might...

15 Clever Pet Products You Can Make at Home

You don't have to spend a fortune to keep your pet well fed and healthily...

8 Things to Know About Costco’s Emergency Food

When it comes to Costco's "emergency-preparedness" options—a selection of food kits that contain over a...

The Subtle Sign Your House Could Be Infested with Cockroaches

Does that creepy-crawly have lots of friends lurking in your home, or is it a...

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