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6 Dangerous Diseases You Think Have Been Eradicated—But Haven’t Tempura/iStock In fact, smallpox is actually the only human infectious disease to be declared eradicated by the World Health Organization (WHO). That’s right—some of the diseases you thought had been “eradicated” aren’t actually 100 percent gone. When they no longer occur in a specific geographic region , these diseases are known as “eliminated”—but there’s always a chance they could come back. Read on to find out about six scary diseases that are still lurking out there, somewhere…...

6 Disney Movies That You Can’t Watch Anywhere Now Buena Vista Pictures Distribution The Walt Disney company has been around for a century and making movies for almost as long—enough to populate an entire streaming service with them. But surprisingly, there are a handful of Disney movies you can’t find streaming on Disney+—or anywhere else, for that matter. Read on for six movies from the studio that you can’t easily watch in 2023, as well as some insight on why....

6 Dollar Tree Designer Dupe Candles Under $5 Just Hit Shelves Shutterstock I have a mild addiction to candles . At any given time, several candles are burning around my home, some of them ridiculously expensive designer candles from Nest, Voluspa, Jo Malone, and Capril Blue, and others more affordable alternatives from Target, HomeGoods, and even Dollar Tree . This week, I visited my local Dollar Tree store and was pleasantly surprised to find so many great candles, all under $5, some as cheap as $1....

6 Kirkland Products Costco Shoppers Hate: “Offensively Bad” iStock If you have a Costco membership, then there are probably more than a handful of items that you swear by from its in-house Kirkland brand. The line is famous for things like activewear, bakery items , frozen foods, and daily essentials, and, in many cases, shoppers say these products outperform competitors. However, there are a few Kirkland products that Costco customers are a bit disgruntled with—dare we say, these items have even developed a bad reputation....

6 Pairs of Co-Stars Who Refused to Film Scenes Together DFree/Fred Duval/Shutterstock Hollywood stars are just like us: They also often hate their coworkers . But when the people who aren’t getting along are famous actors, their interpersonal problems become a lot more public, often leaking out to the press in the form of rumors and innuendo. In some cases, the animosity between co-stars is so great, they refuse to even share the set....

7 Best Candles to Buy at Target’s Huge BOGO Sale This Week iStock Fun fact: I am obsessed with candles. I just went to Target today to see what new arrivals had landed at my local store, and learned that the store and website are having an epic “buy 1, get 1 50% off” sale on the majority of candles, excluding Hearth and Hand and clearance. There is no better time to stock up on all your favorite items and so many fun seasonal finds, including candles that double as decor....

7 Best New Aldi Gifts Under $10 Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock One of my favorite things about Aldi is that you don’t have to spend a lot of money, even when shopping for gifts. The grocery store with a serious cult following offers a lot of bang for the buck in terms of giftable items, and there is something for everyone on your list. From clothes, shoes, and toys to workout gear and even cozy blankets, if you are on an under-$10 budget, you are in luck....

7 Best New Dillard’s Fall Decor Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva In most parts of the country, fall foliage is just beginning to break out its autumnal rainbow of red, oranges, and yellows—which means you still have plenty of time to get your house ready for leaf-peeping season. This year, Dillard’s has an impressive selection of fall decor items, and we’ve rounded up the best of the best, so you can spend less time scrolling and more time playing interior designer....

7 Best New Hallmark Christmas Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock The other day, I was at the mall and wandered into the Hallmark store. The greeting card company makes far more than just paper products, and right now the store and website are filled with fantastic holiday decorations. From festive mugs and dishes to figurines and nostalgia-sparking collectibles, there were so many fun holiday items that I can’t wait to display....

7 Best New Hobby Lobby Rustic Home Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock If you want rustic decor for your home, head to Hobby Lobby . The arts and crafts store has many fantastic farmhouse finds for less, ranging from charming wall art, hangings, and sconces to lamps and throw pillows. Many look like they could be from stores like Pottery Barn and Shabby Chic. Here are the 7 best new Hobby Lobby rustic home finds hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New Home Depot Kitchen Finds Hitting Shelves This Week iStock Home Depot is a great place to shop for everything from home building supplies and major appliances to plants and household essentials. But did you know the store also has a serious selection of kitchen items? Home Depot has so many new arrivals this week, including amazing cookware, stackable baking pans, retro refrigerators, and more. Here are the 7 best new Home Depot kitchen finds hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New HomeGoods Bedding Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Whenever I am on the hunt for bedding, HomeGoods is my first stop. Recently, my daughter wanted to redo her room with a LoveShackFancy aesthetic. There was no way I was paying hundreds of dollars for designer bedding, so I headed to my local HomeGoods, and guess what? We found sheets, blankets, and a duvet she loved even more than the LoveShackFancy-branded ones for a fraction of the price....

7 Best New Target Christmas Decor Finds Under $10 Shutterstock You already know that Target has some of the best Christmas decorations on the planet. But what you might not know is that there are so many steals under $10. I recently visited my local store and loaded up my cart with amazing items. Here are the 7 best new Target Christmas decor finds for under $10. Target Shoppers are loving this Wondershop 12″ Christmas Flocked Standing Deer Decor , a little gold figurine to liven up your holiday display....

7 Best New Target Gift Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Shopping for a gift? Target is the easiest place to gather gifts for everyone on your list. From skincare mini sets and candles to coffee makers and the latest Stanley mugs, I found so many exceptional items this week. Here are the 7 best new Target gift finds hitting shelves this week. Target Sol de Janeiro is still a no-brainer gift for tweens and teens....

7 Best Supplements to Take If You’re Over 60, Doctor Says Shutterstock As you get older, the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle tend to come into sharper focus. Things like maintaining a healthy diet, exercising, or quitting smoking—perhaps once on the back burner—become top of mind. For some people, this newfound focus on health also involves taking supplements to fill in nutritional gaps or stave off deficiencies. Florence Comite , MD, an innovator in precision medicine with multiple specialties in endocrinology and founder of the Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Healthy Longevity , notes that a doctor can help you determine which supplements are right for your particular needs....

7 Best Things to Buy at Big Lots, Retail Experts Say Shutterstock While it’s always a thrill to find a great deal in the wild, few stores practically guarantee a bargain quite like Big Lots. The discount retailer remains a reliable option for shoppers looking to redecorate on a budget, thanks to its large inventory of furniture sourced at closeout prices. But there are plenty of other products on the shelves that are worth checking out....

7 Classic Cartoons That Are Offensive by Today’s Standards Warner Bros. Society’s attitudes toward racism and sexism are ever-changing, but even knowing that, it can be surprising to look at the pop culture of yesteryear and discover just what used to pass muster as acceptable entertainment. Even cartoons—ostensibly innocent entertainment for children—were not immune, often depicting attitudes of the day that look decidedly retrograde in retrospect. Read on for seven classic animated shows that should have been offensive when they originally aired and are definitely offensive today....

7 Dollar Tree Home Finds So Perfect Shoppers Keep Going Back for More Shutterstock Who doesn’t love the Dollar Tree ? It is so fun to shop at your local store, because you never know what fun new arrivals you might find. However, there are also some amazing home products that many shoppers buy on repeat, because they are just that amazing. Here are 7 Dollar Tree finds so perfect shoppers keep going back for more....

7 Energy-Saving Tips to Lower Your Utility Bills This Winter Shutterstock Many Americans are experiencing higher energy bills in 2023 than in the past. And, during the winter months, energy bills commonly surge as we crank the heat up. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to save money that don’t involve freezing. 1 Invest in a Heat Pump Shutterstock Heather Stephenson , sustainability and climate change expert and Chief Storytelling Officer at Elephant Energy , suggests investing in a heat pump....

7 Red Flags Your Family Members May Be Taking Advantage of You Shutterstock The holidays are approaching, which means you will likely be spending a lot more time with friends and family. While there are many benefits to gathering with loved ones, there are a few drawbacks as well: Family can be overwhelming and can easily cross personal boundaries. According to Paul Hokemeyer, Ph.D. , author of Fragile Power: Why Having It All Is Never Enough , you need to be hyper vigilant about the emotional boundaries when it comes to relationships with family....