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A staple of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil is among the most valuable sources of vitamins and antioxidants we can take. The many properties and qualities of extra virgin olive oil are universally ...

What does aftershave do, exactly? Originally created as an alcohol-based antiseptic for disinfecting the little nicks and cuts you can get from shaving, traditional aftershaves tend to be very ...

Straight-razor shaving may seem like a lot of trouble, but it’s actually a surprisingly practical option. That’s because straight razors give you complete control over a blade, while safety ...

There's no "easy" way to remove body hair. Bikini waxes last a few weeks but are about as enjoyable as a root canal. Professional laser hair removal is expensive, requires multiple treatments, and ...

Pete Rathburn is a copy editor and fact-checker with expertise in economics and personal finance and over twenty years of experience in the classroom. The state of Texas experienced peak oil ...

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is less than three weeks away, but much like the years, the leaks just keep coming. Though we’ve seen potential renders of the Galaxy S25 Ultra in the past ...

In early 2025, Venus will dazzle in the southwest sky after sunset, earning its "evening star" nickname. This phenomenon, which occurs when Venus gets close to Earth, happens once every 19 months.

Step outside tonight and cast your eyes to the sky - and you should be treated to the sight of the planet Venus shining brightly just above the waxing crescent moon. As evening twilight darkened on ...

Mike Johnson reelected by razor-thin margin Rep. Mike Johnson walked into the Capitol on Friday morning seemingly optimistic about his chances of being reelected speaker despite growing ...

In addition to the 1,800-year-old piece of engraved jewelry, archaeologists discovered a trove of Carolingian coins, medieval pottery and more Meilan Solly Senior Associate Digital Editor, History ...

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