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One Dog Year Doesn’t Really Equal Seven Human Years

You’ve probably heard every year for a dog equals seven ‘human years.’ But, according to scientists who looked at the DNA of Labrador Retrievers, there’s a new formula. They say a one-year-old dog actually compares to a 30-year-old human and a four-year-old dog is more like a 52-year-old. When dogs turn seven, the rate starts decreasing. It’s not a quick…

Are Milk Duds the Worst Candy?

There’s a debate over one brand right now but it’s not candy corn or licorice…it’s milk duds! Recently a picture was posted to twitter with an array of popular candies, including M&M’s, Reese’s peanut butter cups, Twix and Milk Duds. The person who posted it asked the question “which one would you never pick?” Thousands of people chimed in and…

Has Grocery Shopping Changed Forever?

Seven out of ten Americans think grocery shopping will change forever because of the pandemic with a lot more people using grocery delivery services even after this is all over. The other top changes are product shortages, worrying about cleanliness, and having to plan out what to buy ahead of time.

Bedtime Stories Aren’t Just for Kids

Bedtime stories aren’t just for kids…so if you’re stressed and have trouble falling asleep, this app might be the thing for you. It’s called “Calm” and it aims to help you catch more z’s by listening to tales read by a soothing voice. Designed to take listeners minds off of their worries which typically cause a lack of rest.