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Life isn’t always unicorns and rainbows, is it? 🦄🌈All of us have difficult moments where we’re stuck between what feels right and what feels real. And those choices reveal a lot about us. This poll puts you in the middle of 30 situations where the answers aren’t clear, and the…

What if God were one of us – more down-to-earth than we imagine? Cartoonist Kramer explores this idea in his series Angel Steaks.

Are you smarter than the average U.S. student? Welcome to the ultimate Academic IQ Challenge, inspired by the Nation’s Report Card.

Think meerkats are just cute little desert fluffballs? Think again.

“It's even more heartbreaking because they knew it was happening.”

There’s something timeless about silhouettes at sunset, and wildlife photographer Dhir Jakharia captures that magic perfectly.

Christmas is more about the people and less about the presents. But when you're spending it with people you don’t know very well, giving them something thoughtful can be a good way to show you’re willing to make a connection. This woman, for example, hoped a necklace might help bridge…

The past is broader, more nuanced, and much more complex than it first appears. Even if you think you know everything there is to know about a historical figure or event, you might have some knowledge gaps you’re not aware of. The ‘True Stories’ Facebook page aims to give you…

Family conflicts may be normal, but some cases are just much worse than others. It can be especially difficult if parents are unable to take control of the situation. A mom experienced this when her child became impossible to control, lashing out and getting physically violent at times. As a…

There's a special kind of pain. The one that hits you right in the brain when you hear, see or read something utterly stupid. Sometimes, the beauty of stupidity lies in the sheer confidence with which it's delivered. No shame, no hesitation, just a powerful belief that a certain thing…

Life behind bars is often portrayed through dramatic scenes, harsh rules, and exaggerated stereotypes. But those who’ve lived it say the truth is far more complicated, and sometimes far more surprising. From hygiene routines to daily survival, people online are opening up about what prison life actually looks like. Their…