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Life

Life is all about the hobbies, activities, and messages you fill your time with. We'll cover travel how-tos, guides to palm reading and other activities, and share meaningful quotes and captions here to help you make your life a well-rounded one. (We'll even offer a little entertainment news, all in the name of keeping you entertained and informed.)
The Things People Leave Behind at Hotels
9 Things Hotel Guests Always Leave Behind
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7 Travel Items Almost Everyone Forgets to Pack
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Is It Best to Shower in the Morning or Night? Here's What Experts Say
A Pop-Up Paper Peony Bouquet, Plus 5 More Clever Items Starting at $12
Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager
How to Politely Insert Yourself Into Conversation—and More Etiquette Advice from Hoda and Jenna
Pictured: Ina Garten on October 10, 2018
Ina Garten Says She Never Sets Long-Term Goals—and the Reason Is So Smart
A Genius Stick-On Wall Frame and 5 More Clever Items Our Editors Love
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How to Prep Your Car for Winter So You're Safe and Ready for Anything
A Man on the Inside. Ted Danson as Charles in episode 104 of A Man on the Insid
6 Netflix Series You Can Binge (and Finish!) During the Holidays
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6 Things You Should Never Carry in Your Wallet
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Why Ina Garten Never Brings Wine or Flowers as a Host Gift—and What She Always Brings Instead
This Sleek Machine Makes a Perfect Cup of Matcha, Plus 5 More Clever Items Our Editors Love
This is the packing hack that changed my life
I’m a Travel Editor and This Packing Hack Changed My Life
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Dopamine-Boosting Hobbies, No-Phone Zones, and More Trends We're Looking Forward to in 2025
Our Editors Are Obsessed With This $8 Tinsel Packing Tape—Plus 5 More Clever Items We Love
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How to Have the Most Organized 2025...Starting Now
A Stylish Pill Compact, and 5 More Editor-Loved Clever Items Starting at $7
Our Editors Found a Portable Scent Diffuser for Your Closet, Plus 5 More Clever Items Starting at $9
Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager at The Empire State Building on April 08, 2024
How to Handle Tricky Family Financial Situations—and More Etiquette Advice from Hoda and Jenna
Our Editors Found a Pod That Perfumes Your Purse, a Trick for Fur-Free Laundry, and More Clever Items
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Ways to Care for the Caregivers in Your Life, According to Experts
An Editor-Loved Hairdryer That's Perfect for Travel—Plus 5 More Clever Items Starting at $12
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Too Many Subscriptions? New FTC Click-to-Cancel Rule Will Make It Easier Than Ever to Opt Out
We Found a Super Smart Bird Feeder and 5 More Clever Items That Are Real Simple Editor-Approved
An Adjustable Drawer Organizer, Plus 5 More Clever Items Starting at $16
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Why Emma Roberts Always Travels with a Book—and Her Top 3 Picks for Fall
Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager on Thursday, September 26, 2024
How to Politely Call Out a Friend With a Bad Habit—and More Etiquette Advice from Hoda and Jenna
A Personalized Grill Caddy—Plus 5 More Clever Items
Ina Garten
5 Lessons I Learned from Ina Garten's Long-Awaited Memoir
What Age are You Based on Your Taste in Soup? Quiz
We Know Your Age Based on Your Taste in Soup
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I Tried the 'Save the Day' TikTok Trend for One Week—and It Made My Days Less Chaotic
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25 Little Ways to Reset Yourself for Fall
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20 Chilling Books That'll Keep You Up All Night Long
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Insider Tips for Picking the Best Apples on Your Next Trip to the Orchard
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18 Moving and Packing Tips for Your Smoothest Move Yet
Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager
What to Say to That Friend Who Always Cancels Plans—and More Etiquette Advice from Hoda and Jenna
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4 Most Common Workplace Mistakes—and How to Recover From Them
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Millennials Are Renting Everything from Furniture to Clothes—Here's Why
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The Best—and Worst—Times to Travel Over Labor Day Weekend
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How to Take a Passport Picture You’ll Actually Be Proud to Show Off
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Brace Yourself for a Snowy, Wet Winter—See the Farmers' Almanac Forecast Here
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13 Card Games to Bring on Every Road Trip and Vacation
A Fanny Pack that Doubles as a Changing Table and More Clever Items
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10 Banned Books Everyone Should Read, According to These Published Authors
Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle Is About to Be Everywhere—Details on Her New Netflix Show and Upcoming Product Line
A Candle with a Tarot Card Charm Inside and More Clever Items
APRIL 08: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager at The Empire State Building on April 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust)
How To Deal With a Mother-in-Law Who Judges Your Parenting on Social Media
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How the “Ivy Lee Method” Can Boost Productivity and Help You Tackle Your Chores
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Why a 'Lagom-Style Vacation' May Be Your Best Trip Yet
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How to Put Your Money Back Into Native Communities on Indigenous Peoples Day (and Every Day)
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These Are the 10 U.S. Cities Where Rental Prices Are Dropping the Most
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Sam's Club vs. Costco: Which Membership Is More Worth It?
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The Most Affordable Beach Towns for Homebuyers in 2023, According to Realtor.com
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Amazon’s Best-Selling Luggage and Travel Accessories Are Just What You Need for Your Next Summer Trip
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How To Handle a Moody Boss, According to Our Etiquette Experts
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Smart Money Awards: The Best Financial Apps and Services of 2022
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Smart Money Awards: Winning Financial Apps and Services of 2023
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4 'Polite' Dressing Room Habits That Retail Workers Actually Dislike
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8 Black Women Who Are Changing The Future of Money
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These Are The Money Moves You Should Make Right Now, According to Finance Pros
Saturday TODAY’s Laura Jarrett and CNN's Poppy Harlow
9 Must-Haves for the Best Summer Ever, According to TODAY’s Laura Jarrett and Author Poppy Harlow
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These Cities Are the Best Hidden Gems With Real Estate Under $300K, According to Opendoor
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8 (Actually Free) Birthday Freebies You Can Score This Year