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Around the world, lightning bolts flash about 65 times per second—that’s a lot of lightning![1] X Research source Lightning can touch down anywhere on Earth, but something truly magical happens when it strikes sand. It leaves behind a tubula...

Want to make your friends laugh out loud with a text? Texting is a quick and easy way to connect with people, perfect for sending clever quips to brighten their day. All you need to do is find a few jokes that translate well on a phone screen! If you nee...

Do you want to learn how to code with Python? Python is one of the most popular programming languages because it is versatile and easy to learn. It is a general-purpose language used in everything from data science, automation, software, web development...

Oh no…your dog wet the bed again. You may be wondering, “Why does my puppy do this—and how can I get them to stop?” There could be many reasons as to why dogs of all ages pee in your bed, and understanding the reason behind the action is the best way to f...

Has your Gemini’s kiss become a riddle? This air sign’s a free spirit, so it can definitely be hard to unravel the mystery behind his moves. Maybe he was pulled by the winds of his impulses, or perhaps he’s blown away with passion for you. We’ll decode wh...

Are the ads on Hulu annoying and repetitive? Hulu's frequent ads can really ruin your binge-watching session. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to skip ads in Hulu, whether you're watching on your computer, phone, tablet, or TV. This wikiHow article t...

You’re going about your day when someone asks you "How's it going?" A simple question, right? Then why can it feel so tricky to answer? Don't worry—we’ve compiled a list of the best ways to respond to “How’s it going?” from a loved one, friend, stranger,...

Did you know that the traditional way of boiling water on a gas stove is inefficient? A lot of the energy from the stove going into the water is not actually being used to heat it, but to heat the environment. This makes for slow boiling times. There are...

Spotify playlists are the perfect way to organize music into one simple location. But what if you want to create the best playlist for any specific occasion? By building a solid foundation for a playlist, carefully curating songs, and sharing ideas with t...

Nothing like cuddling up on a chilly evening with a cup of hot tea, a good book, and a nice warm sherpa blanket. But after a few chilly evenings, that plushy fleece throw will need to be washed. Every blanket is different, like delicate (but warm) snowfla...

An adventurous Sagittarius woman and a no-nonsense Taurus man walk into a bar—will it be love at first sight? Bold fire signs like Sagittarius and practical earth signs like Taurus don’t usually hit it off, but under the right circumstances, this pair can...

Hinge—the dating app that’s “designed to be deleted”—makes connecting with other hot singles easy. The app's success is largely due to its plethora of fun, icebreaking prompts, like the famous “Dating me is like….” All you have to do is fill in the blank...

When a Leo man and a Taurus woman meet, they're likely to feel an instant gravitational pull toward one another. After all, they do have a lot in common. But is it a match written in the stars, or is it destined to go up in flames? Read on to learn everyt...

Do you have a natural talent for connecting with the otherworldly? Are you passionate about the supernatural and all things that go bump in the night? If so, you may make an excellent paranormal investigator! While the path to becoming a paranormal invest...

Do you dread routine social interactions? Does it seem like everyone else makes friends with ease, while conversations you hold are short-lived, slow, and extremely awkward? If you think you’re socially inept, the good news is—you’re not alone. Almost eve...

Funerals are emotional and oftentimes solemn events, and the last thing you want to do is somehow disrespect the deceased or their family. You want to offer your condolences, but you also don’t want to offend anyone somehow. We’ve prepared a handy list of...