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Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell. More>>
Would you rather get a good deal on a new car that's built on a seven-year-old design, or would you prefer to wait for the sparkly, contemporary version, which should age a bit slower? More>>
New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone. More>>
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that. More>>
A painting of a topless Bea Arthur sold for $1.9 million to an anonymous buyer at Christie's auction house, the New York Post reports. More>>
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise. More>>
As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report. More>>
Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections. More>>
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say. More>>
Drop by for a visit or share the drive -- but please, no smoking. More>>
David Beckham has announced his retirement from football, Britain's Daily Mail reports. More>>
Zoe Saldana is going boldly indeed! The 34-year-old Star Trek Into Darkness actress dropped all her clothes for an upcoming issue of Allure. More>>
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension. More>>
Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates. More>>
Britney Spears said this week in an interview that she hopes to have a daughter to join her two sons, Sean and Jayden. More>>
Although you can't permanently change your scalp's composition or your hair type, there are a few things you can do to help control oil and get hair that looks fresh and healthy. More>>
Film star Angelina Jolie will have her ovaries removed to help lower her odds for ovarian cancer, People magazine reported Wednesday. More>>
Donald Trump is in court in Chicago this week for a civil trial for reneging on a profit-sharing deal with investors in his Trump International Hotel & Tower condo skyscraper. More>>
Khloe Kardashian has gotten braces! The reality star recently got Invisalign to straighten her teeth. More>>
How can we make our passwords more hack-resistant and manage all the passwords we need? More>>
If you're a man, the pain-killing medications known as opioids may do more than relieve pain -- they may also put a damper on your sex life. More>>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands. More>>
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know. More>>
Famed psychologist, TV personality and columnist Joyce Brothers has died, according to The Associated Press. She was 85. More>>
Sometime in the next few weeks, the 100,000th plug-in electric car will be sold in the U.S. More>>
When and why did we start honoring our fathers? Learn what year Father's Day became an official U.S. holiday and who came up with the idea. More>>
True to its name, Social Roulette is a game of roulette in which you're gambling your digital life. After giving the app permissions, you then take a one-in-six chance of letting it delete your Facebook account. More>>
If certain reports are to believed, Beyonce and Jay-Z will soon be welcoming Baby No. 2! More>>
Hollywood film star Angelina Jolie announced Tuesday that she has undergone a double mastectomy because she carries a genetic mutation that greatly increases her risk of potentially fatal breast cancer. More>>
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests. More>>
For small businesses looking to grow, the focus is on technology and the economy--here in the U.S. More>>
In recent years, veterinarians have stepped in to provide a quick, cost-effective place on the Internet for owners to have their questions answered and get solid advice no matter the time of the day. More>>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows. More>>
Giving small amounts of infant formula to newborns who experience significant weight loss can increase the length of time that they are breast-fed, according to a new study. More>>
The Great Gatsby had a strong opening with $51.1 million at the box office this weekend, but still fell behind Iron Man 3, which claimed the top spot for the second week in a row. More>>
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country. More>>
The vast majority of vehicles sold in the U.S. today come with black box recorders, and soon the gizmos will be found on all of them.
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Weird accommodation options are part of Airbnb's charm, so we'd like to propose seven current listings that should be verified immediately. If these folks are offering what they say they're offering, we just might book a night or two. More>>
Cooking is a fun and easy way to show Mom that you care. More>>
There is a widening range of online tools that have been designed to help save hard-earned cash. The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits. More>>
The widening American waistline may be feeding an epidemic of sleep apnea, potentially robbing millions of people of a good night's rest, a new study suggests. More>>
Years after defending Michael Jackson, choreographer and dancer Wade Robson now says the late pop star molested him as a child. More>>
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows. More>>
Apparently duvet-cover chic doesn't go over well at Vogue. More>>
Teenage boys who play violent video games for hours on end may become desensitized to the brutality, a small new study finds. More>>
Asparagus is one of the spring season's most celebrated vegetables. More>>
Britney Spears is hitting the stage this fall in Las Vegas in an elaborate residency production, she tells Shape magazine. More>>
Even at seven months pregnant, Kim Kardashian is proudly strutting her stuff in a bikini. More>>
The fees that hospitals charge consumers or insurance providers for services vary widely across the United States, and can even vary within geographic regions and cities, federal officials reported Wednesday. More>>
Next time you have a craving for fast food, don't kid yourself that choices today are much healthier, a new study says. More>>
A growing number of big companies want to fund small businesses in their industries, but be careful of the terms. More>>
Inbox Zero is the theory that an empty e-mail inbox is good for peace of mind and productivity. So is it? More>>
A dozen things to eat and see in Maui, from globally-influenced dining at Amasia to a hundred-year-old bakery and off-the-tourist-beat ramen. More>>
When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study. More>>
Visual effects and animation Hollywood innovator Ray Harryhausen died Tuesday in London, the Los Angeles Times reports. He was 92. More>>
Phil McGraw's production company, Peteski Productions, has sued Gawker Media for publishing footage from Dr. Phil's interview with the man behind the Manti Te'o hoax. More>>
Chemicals found in gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid and some insecticides and cleaning supplies are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States. More>>
We're one step closer to mandatory online sales tax collection. Next, the bill moves to the House. More>>
Lauryn Hill was sentenced to three months in prison after failing to pay taxes on $1.8 million in earnings between 2005 and 2007, according to The Associated Press. More>>
It's time to wave some more goodbyes--some fond, some not so much--to the clutch of vehicles that won't be hitting the road next year. More>>
These days, dogs are on Facebook and Twitter, and they're even "blogging" with help from their owners. More>>
From rustic to modern, check out these must-read tips for personalized wedding reception style. More>>
In keeping with her very honest public persona lately, Amanda Bynes has fessed up to getting a nose job. More>>
Adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn't give older people any added protection against a leading cause of blindness, a new study finds. More>>
Significantly more U.S. children have a neurodevelopmental or mental health disability than did a decade ago, according to new research. More>>
Justin Bieber's encounters with his Beliebers aren't always positive, apparently. More>>
Now that nearly a decade has passed since the housing market peaked, what lessons can investors and banks learn from the banking crisis brought on by the Great Recession? More>>
The vast majority of parents admit to being distracted in some way while driving their young child around, a new survey reveals. More>>
parents who want to protect their infants from developing allergies should try a simple approach to introducing their children to the wide world of microbes: Just pop their pacifiers into their own mouths before giving them back to their babies. More>>
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary on Wednesday, and Ripa commemorated the event by posting a picture of their Vegas wedding. More>>
Real success takes discipline and methodology. Here are eight things the most successful people are meticulous about getting right. More>>
President Barack Obama may not achieve his goal of 1 million plug-in electric cars on U.S. roads by the end of 2015. But his administration continues to try to green the U.S. vehicle fleet. More>>
Summer is the time to freshen up the garden, pay careful attention to maintenance and enjoy the fruits of your labor. More>>
Instead of looking at the calendar, simply follow your eyes and nose. More>>
If you or your mom are DIY enthusiasts, here are seven Mother's Day gift ideas that she'll love. More>>
Kanye West wiped his Twitter feed clean Thursday, deleting everything he's ever posted and left one new message: "June Eighteen." More>>
Lindsay Lohan is reportedly in violation of probation after quickly leaving her court-ordered rehab on Thursday, according to the Los Angeles Times. More>>
The Oscar winner blamed her and her husband's arrests on "poor judgment." More>>
Most Americans are falling short when it comes to exercise, a new government report shows. More>>
While pursuing an MBA comes with its own set of challenges, an MBA can be a valuable asset on the path to a better career for young professionals with clear career goals and realistic expectations. More>>
Chris Kelly, one-half of the 1990s rap duo Kris Kross, has died, the Fulton County, Ga. medical examiner's office confirms. He was 34. More>>
Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists that contends the products contain lead, cadmium, chromium, aluminum and five other toxic metals. More>>
When it comes to iPhone 5 accessories, the options just keep on coming, and there are a lot of little extras that can really improve your experience. We cover everything from Bluetooth headsets for your iPhone 5 to touchscreen friendly gloves. More>>
The curious soul of San Francisco's steam beer -- brilliantly clear, deep amber in color, and capped by a bone-white head of foam. More>>
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription. More>>
Mothers, watch out for your sons. Martha Stewart is on the dating prowl. More>>
Using a kid-friendly robot during behavioral therapy sessions may help some children with autism gain better social skills, a preliminary study suggests. More>>
Tips for making the transition work for everyone. More>>
More than 4,000 American children are injured on amusement rides each year, according to a new study that calls for standardized safety regulations. More>>
There has been a dramatic increase in the number of emergency-room visits related to sleep medications such as Ambien, according to a new U.S. study. More>>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the over-the-counter sale of Plan B One-Step for use as emergency contraception by girls and women aged 15 and older. More>>
Jason Collins wasn't the only future celebrity on his Los Angeles high school basketball team. More>>
Hollywood took Broadway by storm this year, with many familiar faces earning Tony nominations. More>>
Catherine Zeta-Jones has checked into a treatment center to seek help with her Bipolar disorder, TVGuide.com has confirmed. More>>
A debate is raging about taking and making hands-free calls behind the wheel. More>>
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