A polar bear fast asleep on Arctic ice, a couple walking down a natural 'aisle' of salt in the Dead Sea and a massive ship being torn apart for scrap are just a few of the jaw-dropping shots from this year’s Siena Drone Photo Awards. Seen from above, the world looks completely different. (Source: Bored Panda)
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The race for the 99th Academy Awards is heating up, with Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' leading a stacked field of early contenders. One film could make history as the first documentary ever nominated for Best Picture, and one actress may compete against herself in the same category. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
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Back in 1878, philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wrote that a good marriage comes down to a surprisingly simple question. A writer recently put his theory to the test with her husband of 5 years, and the results left them feeling even closer. (Source: Parade)
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Advent calendars have come a long way from tiny chocolates behind cardboard doors, and the most popular ones for kids are already selling out. From a daily storybook countdown to magic tricks and science experiments, here are the picks a mom of little ones says are actually worth buying. (Source: AOL)
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Planning a Disney vacation? A travel expert who’s been booking trips since 2010 says the smartest splurges aren’t always the flashiest, and there's a pricey perk that can let you watch giraffes and zebras from your lounge. He also reveals which popular upgrades are a waste of money. (Source: Parade)
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Lindsey Hall picked up her sleeping boyfriend’s phone to look something up for work, and spotted a ChatGPT conversation titled “Relationship Issues and Uncertainty.” What she read sent her straight out the door, and therapists say more couples are now facing the fallout of finding their partner’s AI chats. (Source: Time)
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Got a half-finished bottle of wine sitting in the fridge? Wine pros say you might have more time than you think, and there's also a type of wine can stay fresh for a full month after opening. Score! (Source: Real Simple)
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For 3 decades, Audrey Hepburn traded Hollywood glamour for a peaceful 18th-century farmhouse in a tiny Swiss village, where she grew vegetables, picked cherries and decorated in bold, joyful colors. It’s also where she spent what she called “the most beautiful Christmas I ever had,” made possible by a close friend’s remarkable gesture. (Source: InStyle)
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IKEA may be known for budget-friendly basics, but some of its vintage pieces are now worth serious money, including a chair that's selling for 5 figures. One table that cost just €4.50 in 1956 now goes for more than $1,000, and a few of these finds date back only to the early 2000s. (Source: Real Simple)
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'Wheel of Fortune' contestant Merek Chang was just a few letters away from winning big in the Bonus Round. But as the clock ticked down, his hilarious guesses had even Ryan Seacrest laughing, and one of them is now going viral for all the wrong reasons. (Source: TV Insider)
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Erin Andrews has been a fixture on NFL sidelines for years, but she admits her halftime report during the Lions’ win over the Packers was a far cry from her best. The veteran reporter opened up about what went wrong at Ford Field, and how Tom Brady stepped in on air when he knew she was struggling. (Source: The Spun)
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Jennifer Lawrence has been famous for decades and admits she has upset "the public like many, many times." But the Oscar winner says nothing compares to the hate she got for sharing her opinion on a hit TV show, in a take she thought was totally innocent. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
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A fan-favorite holiday Oreo is officially back on shelves, but only for a limited time. Shoppers call it the “best Oreo flavor without question,” and this reviewer has a genius trick for making sure you can enjoy them all year long. (Source: Allrecipes)
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Rolling Stone just ranked the 200 greatest rock songs of the 21st century (so far), and the list makes room for everything from garage-rock anthems to pop-punk and even hip-hop. 'Seven Nation Army by the White Stripes and 'Mr. Brightside' by the Killers both crack the top 3, but neither one took the No. 1 spot. (Source: Daily Voice)
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Madison Square Garden wedding was transformed into a woodland wonderland, with decor so elaborate it took 11 semi-trucks to bring it to New York City. But a new report claims the multimillion-dollar setup met a surprising fate just hours after the last guests left, and fans aren’t happy. (Source: Bored Panda)
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After 4 years of separation and a very public battle, Princess Diana and Prince Charles made their divorce official on Aug. 28, 1996. But according to a royal biographer, Diana later revealed that the day ended with an emotional moment no one would have expected. (Source: InStyle)
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Servers hear the same lines over and over, and some of them are guaranteed to earn an eye roll. A few are obviously rude, but others seem totally innocent, including a question diners ask all the time just by glancing at the menu. (Source: Cheapism)
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Paris may be the City of Love, but American travelers just named a new favorite for romance, and you won’t even need a passport to get there. The winner edged out the French capital by a single percentage point, thanks to its stunning beaches and sunsets. (Source: Travel + Leisure)
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Fitness influencer Nicole Arena waited an hour for a ride at Epcot, only to be told by staff that her outfit wasn’t allowed and she’d have to buy a $45 T-shirt to get on. Her husband says she was singled out, but now that the story has resurfaced, the internet is fiercely divided over who’s right. (Source: Bored Panda)
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When Noah Wyle first heard he’d been named People’s 2026 Sexiest Man Alive, he thought it was a prank. It took his wife, Sara, to convince him it was real, and thanks to her, the star of 'The Pitt' is opening up about everything from his secret talent to his perfect daily routine. (Source: People)
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