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Three photos side by side. On the left, a dog holds a plush baguette toy in its mouth. In the center, the Embark Dog DNA test kit sits on a blue backdrop, surrounded by wrapped presents. On the right, a fluffy black cat sits on a person's ankles, as they are wearing gray socks with black cat embellishments.

16 Best Gifts for Pets and the People Who Love Them

These are the best gifts that will make the pet people in your life say “woof.”
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Three images side-by-side. On the left, a man and a woman both wear an olive green floral fleece jacket. In the center, a gift box full of Bombas socks sits on a blue background. On the right, a gift box full of food items sits on a gray countertop.

Do-Good Gift Guide: 18 Ideas for Gifts That Give Back

Want to give the perfect gifts this season, while also making an impact on the world? We’ve got you covered.
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Members of the Connecticut Army National Guard Funeral Honors Team linger in front of a burial site

The Missing in America Project honors unclaimed veterans with dignified burials

The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates about 21,000 veterans are awaiting burials, some dating back to the Civil War.
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A cut-out of the state of Florida sits atop a grayscale image of a hurricane. On the lower, southern corner of the state sits a red heart.

Hurricane Milton relief: How to help, donate & volunteer

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, here’s how you can help survivors in Florida.
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Mental Health Day

21 Ways To Take Action & Celebrate World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is a catalyst for us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.
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An illustration of Jacob Simon on an iPhone, speaking into a small microphone on his white ear buds. The phone sits atop a bright yellow background with a doodle of the sun. The words "for the first and only time" appear behind him.

Art saved eco-educator Jacob Simon. He thinks it can save our planet, too.

Jacob Simon, an environmentalist, optimist, and educator, explains why he thinks art could have a world-saving impact on the climate crisis.
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Jimmy Carter Quote Graphic: The bond of our common humanity is stronger than the divisiveness of our fears and prejudices.

Famous and lesser-known quotes from Jimmy Carter on hope, service, and humanity

We’ve collected Jimmy Carter’s most famous quotes — as well as some of his most inspiring lesser-known quotes
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Socktober

Socktober: A simple idea that sparked a nationwide wave of kindness

Brad Montague founded Socktober in 2011 thanks to a nudge from a few middle school students. After learning that a concerning number of neighbors were living on the streets, these kids were eager to help in a tangible way.
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Pink October Awareness Month Calendar

October's awareness months and days you should know about

The ultimate calendar of October’s awareness days, national months, and more...
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Pumpkin on a front porch, representing October quotes

85 October quotes and poems to inspire, motivate, and uplift

To help you delight in the splendor of October, we’ve curated a selection of positive and inspiring quotes (and poems) about the tenth month of the year.
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An illustration of the southeast corner of the United States, covered by a red heart. It sits atop a photo of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene relief: How to help, donate & volunteer

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, here’s how you can help survivors in North Carolina & the surrounding region.
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An aerial view of outer space

What is ‘Net Zero’, anyway? A short history of a monumental concept

Last month, the leaders of the G7 declared their commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 at the latest.
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