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Ecuadorian Spouses Become the World’s Oldest Married Couple!

A husband and wife in Ecuador are officially the oldest married couple in the world. He’s 110 years old and she’s 104!  The now retired teachers were married on February 7, 1941. It was a secret ceremony because neither of their families approved of the marriage. But it worked out! They are the parents of five children, and they have…

Youtube Star Invents Mask-Launching Gun

Many people are refusing to wear face masks, so a youtuber came up with a solution of his own. To protect himself and others, he built a cannon capable of firing a mask at a person’s face. The contraption was built with various parts and includes a laser sight to make it easy to aim. The mask has strings with…

Five Things to Look Forward to in September

We’re one month closer to the end of this crazy year! Here are five things you can look forward to in September. You can finally get out your pumpkins, gourds and other autumn decor because the official first day of fall is September 22nd! Also it’s a huge month for sports fans. The Kentucky Derby is this Saturday. Later in…

How to Outdoor Dine in the Winter

Outdoor dining is acceptable at most places now, but what happens when it gets cold? The city of Chicago has launched a contest with a $5,000 prize for anyone who comes up with a solution for outdoor dining in the winter.

Celebrate September with this Pumpkin Butter Recipe!

Even though it’s technically still summer, a lot of people associate the month of September as the start of fall so today’s we’re making a autumn themed recipe. we’re whipping up some pumpkin butter…similar to apple butter but obviously with pumpkin instead. Here’s what you need: – 1 can pumpkin puree – 1/2 cup apple cider – 1/3 cup light…

Scientists are Working to Stop Road Rage

Scientists are working on using artificial intelligence systems to try to help people with road rage. New technologies are being designed to to decrease a driver’s stress via seat and steering wheel sensors or the neck-tension cameras. It would then automatically engage the calming-breath exercise or tell a joke to ease tension.

Is Losing Weight Easier With a Partner?

If you’re trying to shed some of that quarantine 15, you might want to think about asking your significant other to lose weight with you. A new study by the European society of cardiology found a lot of couples tend to do better if they try to lose weight together. The study specifically looked at married people after one of…

Could You Survive a Week Without Your Phone?

Do you start to feel unsettled and tense if you accidentally leave your phone at home…or even if it’s just in a different room? There’s a word for that, it’s nomophobia. It’s becoming really common, especially for younger people. In fact, 89% of college students have moderate to severe nomophobia.

The Best Weekend Getaways in S.C.

If national South Carolina day has inspired you to explore, here are some of the best cities for a weekend getaway. According to ‘Trip Advisor’, Hilton Head is the top destination. It’s perfect for tennis-enthusiasts, golfers, sea food lovers or you can take the ferry to Daufuskie Island where you can walk or bike coastal trails. Other destinations to consider…

Happy South Carolina Day!

Apparently every state gets their own day and today is South Carolina day! It’s a way to highlight a small part of each states’ history, foods and the people who make up the state. There’s a lot to love about the palmetto state like it’s 187 miles of Atlantic coastline, it’s prefect for a beach getaway. With idyllic oceanfront towns,…