9 Seeds Everyone Should Grow and Store in Case of a Global Emergency

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Doomsday prepping used to be a fringe movement that many people regarded as a community of paranoid fanatics. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, people across the country are looking toward preppers for survival advice. One way they stay prepared for possible disaster is by stockpiling emergency seeds. To some, the thought of…

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Meet the Sandcastle King Who Has Avoided Rent for 24 Years

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In Rio de Janeiro, where the average income is lower than the average cost of living, housing is difficult for many to afford. Meet one of the city’s most creative residents, The Sandcastle King, who has avoided paying rent for over 20 years. (1) Brazi…

Man Turns Island Into Garden to Grow 7,000 pounds of Food for the Homeless

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Providing sustenance for people in need is an ongoing debate, with no clear solution on the horizon. So one man decided to make a difference on his own. John Fallon turned a traffic island into a garden and farms thousands of pounds of produce. He then delivers it to homeless shelters in Massachusetts.  Turning a Traffic Island into…

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The 10 Most Toxic Items At Dollar Stores

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Many of us shop at the Dollar Store because it’s inexpensive and convenient. In one place you can find birthday cards, wrapping paper, decorations, kitchen supplies, and much more. The best part is, all of it can be yours for mere pocket change. Unfortunately, some of these items come at a cost. A health cost,…

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Stained Glass Cabin Offers Colorful Oasis Hidden in the Woods

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Stained glass has been used for thousands of years to beautify buildings and as a form of story-telling art. (1) This woman has built herself a stained glass cabin where she can relax, work, and feel inspired. The Backyard Stained Glass Cabin Neile Cooper is an artist who creates stained glass art and jewelry. She…

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You Can Turn Your Backyard Into a Winter Oasis With This Giant Outdoor Bubble Tent

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There is no doubt that people will have to abide to the same precautions they’ve been practicing since March going into December. It’s going to be difficult this year as people are obligated to stay inside. People are desperately searching for answers this winter. However, there is a company that is making it easier to…

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Police Repeatedly Called To Man’s Gruesome Halloween Display

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Halloween is one of the best times of the year. It allows us to channel the most creative sides of ourselves to get into the spooky spirit. However, some have an imagination so powerful that they take things to a new extreme. A house was reportedly seen being investigated multiple times by local police this…

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Bamboo Tower Produces Up To 25 Gallons of Water In A Day by Capturing Condensation

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Imagine how different your life would be if you had to spend four to six hours every day just collecting water for your family to drink. Now, imagine even after all of that time and effort, that water isn’t even clean. This is an unfortunate reality for most of the people living in sub-Sahara Africa,…

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You and 5 friends can rent a private island in Florida for a week for about $50 a night

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It’s about that time to start planning your holiday vacations and you’re not going to want to miss this incredible opportunity. Hotels.com is currently offering to a group of six people to rent a private island for a week that’s only $50 a night. Located just off of mainland Florida, East Sister Rock Island that…

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Solar Is Officially The ‘Cheapest Electricity In History’

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When it comes to making the transition to renewable energy, there is one concern on everyone’s minds: the cost. If renewables are more expensive than oil or gas, using them for large-scale power generation is not feasible. A recent report, however, has found that solar power cost is lower than every other form of energy…

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These 5 Hacks Will Lower Your Energy Bills

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Winter is right around the corner and you probably already know what that means. That’s right, your heating bill is going to go through the roof! As Summer is coming to an end and we are forced indoors due to the unforgiving cold, you’re go…

15 Things You Need to Do When You Move into Your New Home

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Moving into a new home is exciting but also stressful. There are so many things to do to make your new house your new home. Between unpacking endless boxes, don’t neglect the chores that are vital for the safety of your new house, like checking the fir…

Some Farmers Are Using Ducks To Kill Pests and Reduce Use of Poisonous Pesticides

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Using ducks instead of pesticides might be coming into vogue for farmers everywhere. Two of the biggest issues farmers face on a daily basis are pests and weeds. Pests, like bugs and mites, destroy crops. Weeds take over fields and use up valuable resources that crops need to grow.  Farmers are constantly trying to find…

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This Man Built A 500,000-Gallon Pool In His Backyard, And It’s The Stuff That Childhood Dreams Are Made Of

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There are many out there with the dream of building their own functional pool or maybe even a hot tub in their backyard. However, for a family like the Thornton’s, a regular-sized DIY pool was never going to cut it. You have to go big or go home. Born and raised in Covington, Tennessee, Micky…

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Cool Cloud Lamp That Creates A Life-Like Thunderstorm Inside Your Home

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Here’s a cool gadget to add to your Christmas shopping list: the amazing cloud lamp that creates super realistic thunderstorm inside any room in your home.  This is undoubtedly one of the coolest things you’ll see today, a man-made, totally portable thunderstorm maker. This wonderful device is called the Cloud Lamp! The best part is…

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How to Build Your Own Wood-Fired Hot Tub

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As the weather becomes chillier and seasons begin to change, you’re going to want to be able to keep yourself warm somehow! Have you ever considered building your own rustic wood-fired hot tub? With the proper materials and effort, you can have instant relaxation right in your backyard just in time for winter. What kind…

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9 Reasons Living in an RV Is Better Than Living in a House

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As the economy continues to struggle through the coronavirus pandemic and housing prices seem increasingly unattainable, many Americans are turning to an alternative way of life. More than one million Americans are living in an RV in search of adventure and financial freedom.  Reasons Why Living in An RV is Better Than a House That’s…

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Why you should never throw these little packets away

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When you buy new bags, shoes, vitamins, or even beef jerky, they come with strange little silica gel packets. Most of us toss them away as instructed. We don’t know anything about these packets, aside from the warning “do not ingest” written on them.  However, they can actually be extremely useful. Silica gel is a desiccant, which…

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Hand-Built And Off-Grid Ready Incredible Tiny House Boat

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Tiny homes are all the rage this year, however, this one takes the idea of off-grid, minimalist living to a whole new level. Check out this incredible tiny houseboat, fully outfitted for life on the water. Off-Grid Tiny House Boat Richard from Daigno, …

Cabins We Wouldn’t Mind Being Stuck in Right Now

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The coronavirus pandemic is certainly taking its toll. Many of us are beginning to resent the walls of our homes and apartments and are dreaming of getting away somewhere else. Of course, the ideal getaway spots during a pandemic are nature cabins &#82…

Scientists Discover How To Make Bricks Out Of Human Waste

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There’s no question about it: the world has a waste problem. In particular, a bio-solid waste problem. We also don’t have enough soil needed to make conventional bricks for building homes and commercial spaces. Recently, scientists have come up with a …

Artist Starts a Colorful Wedding Dress Business After Her “Fire” Wedding Dress Goes Viral

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Art is all about self- discovery and the way it’s expressed is strictly up to the individual. Every artist has a unique story to tell, and what’s better than one inspired by love? Taylor Ann Linko had been working hard at her big break for many years. Ever since she was a little kid in elementary…

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Vinegar Is the Secret to Soft Towels, Whiter Whites, and More Laundry Solutions

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Over the past several years, consumers have become increasingly concerned with the effect that the products they purchase have on the environment and on their health. Awareness surrounding toxic chemicals like parabens, triclosan, phthalates, and ammonia, which are often present in synthetic cleaning products, has been steadily increasing.  For this reason, the natural household cleaners…

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