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You can save $75 every year just by scraping the last bit of your cosmetics out of the container.

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Changing your beauty routine could ultimately save you nearly $3,000 — here's how to get started

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This rising hair care trend stems from a Medieval times practice — here's why it's catching on

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Infuriated customer slams manufacturers after cutting open 13 lotion bottles: 'Why do companies do this?'

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Customers call out Kim Kardashian's skincare line SKKN for greenwashing: 'This has to be a joke'

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Researchers issue warning after discovering dangerous toxin in household products: 'Can have detrimental effects'

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Professional makeup artist shares the single product that can fix common makeup mistake: 'I want to try that stuff'

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Despite its name, Dawn's goal for its dish soap is for the product to be used throughout the home.

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Expert says this 1 essential can replace the need for most other cleaning products: 'Everyone's holy grail for cleaning'

Utility bills have increased 6% over the past year nationwide, and nearly 80 million Americans have been scrambling to keep up.

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New impact report reveals how millions of US homeowners are slashing energy bills: 'Helping families ... take control'

Upgrading to Level 2 charger supercharges home EV charging, and Qmerit can help you get a trusted installer for the best price.

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Startup rolls out game-changer for EV owners: 'Convenient, reliable, and cost-efficient'

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A federal appeals court's ruling will let Ottawa continue labeling plastic products as harmful, keeping the ban on single-use plastics in place.

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Locals sounds off after officials ban everyday items from public spaces: 'Starting to have some effects on our health'

Bottled water exposes people to alarmingly more plastic than previously understood, according to a new study.

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Scientists make alarming discovery about impacts of drinking bottled water: 'Higher than anticipated'

The Moist Absolute Unstable Layer (MAUL) is a section of the atmosphere that rises rapidly due to a high relative temperature.

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New study uncovers crucial warning signs for extreme weather phenomenon: 'Will help to save lives around the world'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently detailed the state's plans to fill the funding gap left by the federal EV subsidy.

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Governor to offer millions in incentives for EV brands amid industry turmoil: 'We're prepared to fight'

An unnamed photography enthusiast in Salisbury, a city in southern England, snagged a Zeiss Ikon Baby Ikonta for just £10 ($13.70).

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Man stunned after developing photos from 1930s camera found at thrift store: 'Bringing … unseen images back to life'

Dr. Ellen Newsom faced a significant legal battle to maintain her garden and was fined over $500 for violating an Alabama city's ordinance.

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Veterinarian challenges court charges over her $10,000 backyard: 'I can't imagine having to deal with [this]'

Maidalpur Forest personnel successfully recovered over 80 turtles after intercepting a smuggling attempt along the road to Dabugaon, India.

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Authorities make shocking discovery in roadside bust: 'Underscores the persistent threat'

After California sued the federal government for greenlighting plans to resume oil production in two pipelines along its coast, it's clear the state is taking no prisoners.

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US government sparks backlash with controversial project off coast: 'The federal administration has no right'

One city in Japan has enraged citizens by killing bears using controversial wildlife management techniques.

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Officials take drastic action after concerning encounters between people and wild animals: 'A temporary measure'

The government of Georgia has taken a major step toward reducing everyday waste with a wide-ranging single-use plastic ban on food-contact products.

Business

Officials enact sweeping ban that will have major impact on restaurants — here are the details

A video shared to the Tourons' of National Parks Instagram account had followers riled up over Yellowstone visitors being too close to a bison.

Outdoors

Onlooker sparks outrage with video of reckless tourists at US national park: 'Do they ever learn?'

One resourceful Redditor shared the stunning results of their backyard's transformation, complete with a natural lawn and creative water features.

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Homeowner shares stunning before-and-after photos of property transformation: 'I've slowly been trying to bring some life back'

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