The Harry Potter series has caught some heat thanks to its author’s outspoken, questionable stance on issues that deeply impact many of her readers. Problematic as that may be, the story itself ...

Making a human is a big deal. Naming one is, too. Strangely, it’s harder to renew your license at the DMV or adopt a puppy than it is to do either of those momentous activities. People don’t need to ...

Every four-legged friend is perfectly suited to an owner — unless, of course, that owner is allergic to dogs. Fortunately, there are plenty of breeds suitable for families looking for a pet that kids ...

Remember the Beanie Baby craze of the 1990s? The Squishmallow craze is like that but bigger, better and so much softer. Made by Kelly Toys, Squishmallows are super soft, squishy stuffies that range in ...

Humans are social animals with an innate desire for attention. Social media capitalizes on this need, which is why people love joining viral “challenges.” Some of these challenges — like the mannequin ...

What elevates a song to iconic status? Most of us would agree that a great song has catchy lyrics, a strong melody, an inspiring message, an emotional catch … ideally, all of the above. Of course, ...

For a tiny country, Scotland has a huge heart and breathtaking natural beauty. It’s also culturally diverse, progressive and has a world-famous national dress (there’s never any doubt where a man in a ...

The 1980s brought us some undeniably awesome things. Like Guns N’ Roses, “Back to the Future” and Princess Diana. We are thankful for that. But not everything in the ’80s was awesome. The decade also ...

Parents, teachers and experts weigh in on the most common signs kids need better discipline and what to do about it. Today’s definition of “discipline” has evolved beyond shaming, threats and even ...

People love these family accounts on TikTok.Social media has made it possible for regular families to become celebrities just by being themselves. Well, at least a somewhat curated version of ...

Is choosing a baby name on your to-do list? Take your time. Choosing a name for a brand-new human is a big deal, and with over 5,000 first names in use in the U.S. alone, it’s not that easy. Luckily, ...

Teddy bears came into existence in 1903 thanks to a political cartoon. It depicted a hunting trip taken by President Teddy Roosevelt, showing that he famously refused to shoot an injured bear cub ...