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12 carry-on packing secrets frequent travelers and flight attendants swear by

Kat Hong – 4/1/2026

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Mom stopped taking teen’s phone as punishment and switched to something more helpful

Cecily Knobler – 3/26/2026

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Happiness expert shares 3-step cformula to build deeper connections

“If you only share, it’s a monologue. If you only listen, it’s an interview.”

Emily Shiffer – 3/31/2026

Making Sense of Science

1976 research study confirms science behind ‘urinal etiquette’

A guy puts his AI chatbot into the most awkward conversations possible, and it’s pure comedy

Springer Spaniel accidentally reveals husband’s secret when wife takes him out for a walk

Feel like someone’s gaslighting you? A 3-minute test can help you tell if they are.

Parents are sick and tired of explaining why they ‘never want to bring the kids over’ for a visit

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A pageant winner boldly calls out her abuser in the audience during her final interview

Annie Reneau & Upworthy Staff – 4/1/2026

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Happiness expert shares the 7 habits of people who are happy and healthy later in life

Annie Reneau – 4/1/2026

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The next generation of female leaders has arrived. Here’s how they’re making sure they (and every girl) get a chance to learn.

Sarah Watts – 3/8/2026

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She reached out to her husband after a ‘rough week.’ His loving response was everything.

Heather Wake – 4/1/2026

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A teacher asked students to draw a square with 3 lines. How the kids approached it was fascinating.

A teacher asked students to draw a square with 3 lines. How the kids approached it was fascinating.

It’s like the opposite of “thinking outside the box.”

Annie Reneau – 03/06/26

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Mom says changing one communication rule in her home made it more peaceful

“Our home is the dress rehearsal, and the world is the stage.”

Tod Perry – 4/1/2026

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She worked as a janitor at Yale hospital for 10 years. Now, she’s returning as a doctor.

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A psychologist’s productivity quiz gives people insights into how they work best

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Artist’s provocative display captures how doctors dismiss women’s pain

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Making Sense of Science

People are finding out firsthand why you ‘can’t’ pour water down the Hoover Dam

California brought back beavers for the first time in 70 years, and the results are already amazing

Native wisdom and ancient rock paintings save the day.

Kat Hong – 09/25/25

California brought back beavers for the first time in 70 years, and the results are already amazing — Checking in on California's beaver project.

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Pizza delivery man scored ‘best tip ever’ and it’s warming hearts

Cecily Knobler – 3/31/2026

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The next generation of female leaders has arrived. Here’s how they’re making sure they (and every girl) get a chance to learn.

Sarah Watts – 3/8/2026

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Trainer shows how a simple 45-degree hand shift makes push-ups easier and more effective for women

Heather Wake – 3/31/2026

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Professional baby namer lists the most popular 80s girls’ names that ‘did not age well’

Heather Wake & Upworthy Staff – 3/30/2026

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Elderly cats are being saved from being euthanized with adorable cat retirement village

Jacalyn Wetzel & Upworthy Staff – 3/30/2026

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