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30 Incredible Facts About Pirates That Are 100 Percent True Shutterstock Because of movies like Treasure Island and Pirates of the Caribbean , many of us have a certain image of pirates: They spend their entire lives at sea, they speak with intense accents , and they make each other walk the plank as punishment. Shutterstock September 19th marks the annual Talk Like a Pirate Day . But the truth is, pirates didn’t actually have a uniform accent....

32 Celebrities Who Served in the Military JC Olivera/FilmMagic Serving in the military is a proud tradition for countless people around the world. However, it’s not just your cousin who wants to serve his country or your former ROTC buddies who end up enlisting. For many celebrities, the military was the first step in their long road to fame. RELATED: The 42 Most Famous Left-Handed Celebrities in History . Celebrity Veterans Everett Collection / Shutterstock...

4 Best New Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva Even though Bath & Body Works has been a mall staple for decades, the iconic shop is really hitting its stride lately. Of course, there are plenty of signature scents that shoppers go crazy for (we’re looking at you, Cucumber Melon), not to mention the home items like 3-wick candles and air fresheners. And with all of the fragrances available, it should come as no surprise that there are plenty of options specifically designed to help you relax when you need it most....

4 Best Supplements to Take for Allergies, According to Doctors Budimir Jevtic / Shutterstock Spring is approaching, and depending on whether you suffer from seasonal allergies, this may or may not be welcome news. That’s because as the trees, grasses, and flowers return in full force, they’ll release pollen into the air , triggering the unpleasant symptoms of allergic rhinitis—also known as hay fever. Taking an antihistamine medication may be your fastest path to relief from the congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and watering eyes associated with the condition....

4 Designer Perfume Dupes You Can Find at Bath & Body Works Shutterstock / Jonathan Weiss Unlike putting on a well-styled outfit, applying the perfect scent can be one of the most underappreciated parts of your daily routine. But no matter if your preference is something bright and floral or rich and woody, it can be hard to nail down the right smell without seriously blowing out your budget. Fortunately, there are some affordable scent options at a very familiar retailer that shoppers say can pass as much more expensive fragrances....

4 Dog Breeds Most Impacted by Extreme Cold iStock Dog owners go to great lengths to ensure their pets are happy, healthy, and comfortable . But while there are plenty of ways you can create a safe environment in your home for your canines, nothing can stop the arrival of winter and the major drop in temperatures it brings. Unfortunately, some pups are at an exceptionally high health risk when exposed to frigid weather, making it essential to take extra care....

4 Major Medication Shortages That Could Affect You Shutterstock Drug shortages are surprisingly common, and can affect all fields of health. That’s because many medications come with a limited shelf life, expensive production costs, and fluctuating demand—all factors which can destabilize our pharmaceutical system. “It surprises many people that in an economically affluent, technologically advanced and logistically connected country like ours that medication shortages could arise,” says David Cutler , MD, a family medicine physician at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, California....

4 Times Using Your Credit Card Will Cost You More, Finance Experts Say Pavel Lysenko / Shutterstock Using a credit card is a great way to build your credit score , and in some cases, even rack up points and earn rewards for your purchases. That said, it’s not the best form of payment in every single scenario. According to Scott Nelson , CEO of MoneyNerd , credit cards do sometimes have potential drawbacks, such as interest and merchant fees....

4 Tips For Wearing Workout Clothing Over 60, According to Style Experts Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock Between a growing focus on the importance of fitness and the advent of pandemic-era casual, workout wear has come out of the gym into the light of day. “Athleisure” means changing after a yoga class is strictly optional, and leggings are a wardrobe staple that has nothing to do with athletic ability. We could almost forget that we wear our workout clothing to actually work out—but you don’t want to hop on the treadmill in your jeans and boots....

4 Ways to Shop at Costco Without a Membership Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock Do you wish you could reap all the benefits Costco has to offer without having to pay for a yearly membership? Maybe the wholesale retailer is a little too far for you to get to regularly enough to make it worth it or perhaps you just want to go a couple times a year before you host a bunch of people?...

40 Home Upgrades to Make After 40, According to Experts Shutterstock When you start out in your first home or apartment, making the space your own is a relatively painless process. Without a lifetime’s worth of stuff to find space for or much disposable income to spend on accent items, it’s easy enough to decide how you’ll decorate. Fast forward a decade or two, however, and your taste and your budget are likely to have changed significantly....

Let’s talk mums… Tip number one When shopping for mums during the Fall season, do not be tempted to buy the beautiful, full and blooming ones. Although they are beautiful and will look great on your porch on day one they are already getting close to being finished for the season. You only want to pick up mums that only have buds and no blooms so they will last so much longer for you....

5 Gut-Healthy Foods a Gastroenterologist Eats Every Day Copyright @thestomachdoc / TikTok The gut is one of the most important organs in our body. Not only is it responsible for breaking down the foods we eat, but it absorbs the nutrients our bodies need to function daily—while also kicking out toxins and other harmful bacteria. It’s a ceaseless job, but consuming the right foods can make a huge impact on how your gut flora affects your overall health, mood, metabolism, and more....

5 Items You Should Never Store in Your Bathroom, According to Experts Kostikova Natalia / Shutterstock The bathroom is where you start your day , so it’s likely stocked with everything you need to get ready from makeup to medicine. But according to health experts, most things we commonly keep in the bathroom should actually not be stored there at all. “Bathrooms tend to be a breeding ground for bacteria,” says Peter Michael , MD, a practicing physician and the chief medical officer of VUE ....

5 Reasons the IRS Might Mistakenly Audit You, Finance Experts Say iStock / coldsnowstorm Getting your taxes together may not be the easiest thing to do every year, but it’s undoubtedly one of the most important. Besides filing on time, it’s also vital to avoid errors and not forget to include all of the necessary information. Fortunately, there are plenty of software options and services that can make the process somewhat more efficient—but even if you get everything right, you could still end up under investigation by the government if you’re not careful....

5 Regions Most at Risk From This Week’s Polar Vortex iStock With La Niña conditions in place, some parts of the U.S. are already experiencing record cold temperatures —and more could be on the way. Meteorologists warn that this week will see yet another polar vortex hit the U.S., bringing frigid conditions along with it. Similar to last week’s record-cold recordings, the latest round of freezing temperatures is the result of a weather effect known as sudden stratospheric warming....

5 Secrets From Former Best Western Employees Shutterstock As with their choice of airlines, travelers tend to pick a hotel they know they can trust when they travel. And with more than 2,000 locations across the U.S. and even more around the world, Best Western has remained a reliable option for those looking for consistency. But while the brand may seem to be everywhere you go, there’s still a lot about the iconic hotel chain you probably don’t know....

5 Things Your Doctor Wishes You’d Stop Doing in Your 50s Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock In college, I used to get through finals week fueled by Diet Coke, Peeps, and Kamel Reds (remember those?). Back then I could get away with pulling all-nighters, eating anything I wanted , and in general, treating my body like an amusement park. Now that I’m in my late 40s, however, it’s a different story....

5 Ways to Style a Classic White Shirt If You’re Over 50, Stylists Say Shutterstock White shirts are the building blocks of every wardrobe . Most stylists suggest purchasing them in T-shirt, button-down, and tank top forms—that way, you always have one you can layer with your outfit, whether it’s casual, professional, or night-out appropriate. But sometimes, when you’re looking at your collection of whites day after day, it can inspire all sorts of outfit fatigue, and you might find yourself resorting to the same jeans-and-tee combo more often than not....

6 Secret Ways Casinos Take Your Money iStock / sanjeri Ideally, no one walks into a casino expecting to lose money. And with plenty of practice and a touch of luck, you can sometimes increase your chances of cashing out a bigger stack of chips than you brought to the table. But if you look past all the action of the gaming floor and the thrill of seeing your number hit, you might be setting yourself up to empty your wallet in ways you didn’t even realize....