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14 over-the-top things people do on July 4th
For many people, July 4th is a backyard BBQ kind of holiday. However, some people take things to such an extreme that it almost looks like they’re auditioning for a…
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13 weird laws about fireworks in the U.S.
Fireworks and the Fourth of July go together in the United States, but that does not mean they are legal everywhere or even make much sense. Some states have strange…
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14 U.S. cities known for iconic July 4th displays
Most people hear about big July 4th fireworks in New York or Washington, but there are dozens of lesser-known cities that take Independence Day just as seriously. Some launch fireworks…
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10 habits that annoy your manager over time
When it’s a small thing, most managers will just let it slide. But when it becomes habit? It’s irritating. If the same mistake happens over and over again, it will…
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15 English words that are derived from French
Over the centuries, the English language has borrowed thousands of words from French and many English speakers don’t even realize it. While certain French-derived words continue to sound overly sophisticated,…
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15 phrases that may signal a lack of education
The sad reality is that not everyone had the opportunity to complete their education, or even to learn in the traditional sense. This does not mean that those people aren’t…
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10 signs your cookout is heading for disaster
The way to a cookout should be pretty simple. Throw some food on a grill, bust out the boom box, and let people mingle. But it really doesn’t take much…
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14 quiet alternatives to traditional fireworks
Fireworks are fun to watch, but it’s no secret that loud fireworks are not for everyone. Pets freak out, babies cry, and some people just want to spend an evening…
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12 things to know before lighting a firework
Lighting fireworks seems simple. Match, light, run. But if you've ever had one tip over, misfire, or shoot sideways, you know it's not that easy. Most people focus on the…
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14 English words that are actually German
Some English words sound familiar and normal—until you discover that they weren’t always that way. Many of them have German origins. “Kindergarten” and “doppelgänger” aren’t exactly secret, but they’re just…