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So you want to live off the grid?
W. Kamau Bell shares what it takes to truly live off the grid. “United Shades of America” airs Sundays at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Travel + Leisure has tips for booking the best flights
Looking for flights with the best time at the lowest fares? Then Travel + Leisure says: Look no further!

Waitress gets a huge tip and a note that says …
A waitress was shocked when a customer left a large tip with a note that said: “Life is short, a friend of mine died last night. Please enjoy a night with someone you love!” CNN affiliate WTEN reports.

How hard is it to climb Mount Everest?
Icy temperatures, fierce winds and limited oxygen: The world’s highest peak is an inhospitable place for any living thing, and danger is inherent in trying to climb it.

Pioneering doctor heals wounds with spider silk
Professor Fritz Vollrath is using spider silk to create “living” implants that can regenerate human joints and nerves.

12-year-old gets into college
A 12-year-old who started taking college-level classes at age 7 has been accepted into UC Davis and UC Santa Cruz. KOVR reports.

What it means to be gender-fluid
For some people, gender is not just about being male or female; in fact, how one identifies can change every day or even every few hours.

Why we can’t stop body-shaming
Showing a little flab? Enjoying the skin you’re in?

The most popular baby names of 2015
Now you’re just showing off, Noah and Emma.

Dog’s mystery illness solved by intern
Man’s best friend gets a second chance at life; thanks to an intern.

Ex-drug dealer graduates at age 67 from Columbia
David Norman is proving that if you keep chasing your dreams you will succeed.

Does your city rank among the nation’s fittest?
For the third year in a row, Washington, D.C., has nabbed the top spot in the annual American Fitness Index (PDF), which ranks the 50 biggest metropolitan areas in the country.

Pack bags, not flab: 5 ways to avoid weight gain on vacation
Whether it’s wine tasting in Italy or a backyard barbecue at your pal’s beach house, most summer getaways involve major food indulgences. Plus, many jetsetters adopt an all-bets-are-off mindset, allowing healthy eating habits to go totally out the window during travel.

Is one minute of exercise all you need?
If someone told you that you could get a full workout in the same amount of time it takes you to make a cup of tea or take out the trash, would you believe them?

Former cyclist works to break the cycle of poverty
Former semi-pro cyclist Craig Dodson found his real calling when he created the Richmond Cycling Corps, which targets at-risk kids living in a rough area of Virginia.

Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Nick Menza, ex-Megadeth drummer, dies after collapsing on stage
Nick Menza, who played on many of Megadeth’s most successful albums, died after he collapsed on stage during a show. He was 51.

Pool party? Check the health inspection before diving in
Before you do your best belly flop: The Centers for Disease Control found nearly 80% of swimming pools, hot tubs/spas, etc had at least one violation when inspected.

We are a hot dog nation
The hot dog is a staple to American summer holidays. Take a look at hot dogs in America throughout history.

The difference between grilling and barbecue
After moving to Atlanta from New York years ago, it quickly became evident I had a language problem.

Dying Vietnam veteran says goodbye to his two beloved horses
Vietnam veteran Roberto Gonzales may not have much time left, so he chose to spend some of his precious final moments with two of his beloved friends: His horses, Ringo and Sugar.

Ugly anglerfish, intriguing ape: The top 10 new species of 2016
Scientists believe that 10 million species still await discovery around the world. And every year — on the birthday of Carolus Linnaeus, the 18th century Swedish botanist considered the father of modern taxonomy — the International Institute for Species Exploration releases its list of the top new species (from among about 18,000 found over the previous 12 months).

What the ’80s really looked like
When it came to fashion, the 1980s weren’t subtle.

Bizarre ’80s music videos that we still love
While a lot of people remember the ’80s for formulaic pop music and solid rock ‘n’ roll, there were some fantastically weird things happening in music as well.

It’s OK to let your baby cry himself to sleep, study finds
Many new parents long for a full night of glorious, uninterrupted sleep yet shudder at the thought of letting their baby “cry it out,” the sleep training method in which parents allow babies to cry themselves to sleep. But a new study adds support to the idea that the method is effective and does not cause stress or lasting emotional problems for babies.

Parent Acts: How to stop a kid’s meltdown
In my house, we called it going boneless. That’s when my girls, as toddlers, would arch their backs, screaming uncontrollably, usually in a public place (of course!) and there was nothing my husband or I could do to satisfy them.

‘Chewbacca Mom’ carpools with James Corden, J.J. Abrams
It’s official: Chewbacca Mom has made it.

How these viral videos inspired viral joy
More than 100 million people have watched a woman crack up in a Chewbacca mask. In her car! Just hanging out outside of a Kohl’s!

Chewbacca’s mask and the power of viral joy
Candace Payne is this moment’s powerful purveyor of joy.

Minneapolis chefs serve up the next food trends
Ask the average American what foods come to mind when they think of the Upper Midwest and the first images they conjure up might include sausages over a charcoal fire and a creamy mac and locally-produced cheese on the stovetop.

We are a hot dog nation
The hot dog is a staple to American summer holidays. Take a look at hot dogs in America throughout history.

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Drivers Will Be Furious When This Finally Happens
If you drive less than 50 miles a day, this new rule will shock you.

The difference between grilling and barbecue
After moving to Atlanta from New York years ago, it quickly became evident I had a language problem.

Week 37: Prophetpalooza
As I push toward the end of the Old Testament, it felt like this week was Prophetpalooza.

Defying church ban, dozens of Methodist clergy come out
Dozens of United Methodist clergy members came out as lesbian, gay or bisexual on Monday, defying their church’s ban on “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” serving in ministry and essentially daring their supervisors to discipline them.

Going to church could help you live longer, study says
Many Americans say they attend church because it helps them stay grounded. A new study suggests that regular attendance may also increase their lifespan.

Officer replaces boy’s stolen cards with awesome Pokemon haul
A young Pokemon enthusiast endured a roller coaster of emotions when his collection of trading cards was stolen by another boy, then retrieved, and then magically multiplied by a generous Cleveland Police Officer.

Housebroken bison sold on Craigslist, finds new home
“TAME/HOUSEBROKEN BUFFALO COW,” the Craigslist ad read.

One transgender woman’s long road to finding herself
It was September 2015 and I was about to tell my co-workers something huge. I was filled with tremendous anxiety, as I had been before telling my sister, my dad and my kids. “Where do I start? What do I say first? What will they think it means for them?” Questions so loud in my head, I had trouble walking, focusing on sounds and things around me.

Free-roam childhoods fading away
Tytia Habing moved back to rural Illinois so her young son could roam freely and explore nature like she once did.

No need to wait; grab your food on the way to the gate
Never board your plane hungry again. Holly Firfer shows us a new app that lets you skip at least one line at the airport

Re-engineering the high heel
Applying science to footwear to produce a high heel that combines comfort and couture.

Marine surprises daughter at baseball game
Marine Staff Sergeant Clayton Walker surprised his 10-year-old daughter at an Atlanta Braves baseball game after an 11-month deployment.

So you want to live off the grid?
W. Kamau Bell shares what it takes to truly live off the grid. “United Shades of America” airs Sundays at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

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Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

Travel + Leisure has tips for booking the best flights
Looking for flights with the best time at the lowest fares? Then Travel + Leisure says: Look no further!

Pioneering doctor heals wounds with spider silk
Professor Fritz Vollrath is using spider silk to create “living” implants that can regenerate human joints and nerves.

Podcast favorites: Bernie gets the Axe | Radical Islam in America | Graham Opposes GOP Leader

12-year-old gets into college
A 12-year-old who started taking college-level classes at age 7 has been accepted into UC Davis and UC Santa Cruz. KOVR reports.

Dog’s mystery illness solved by intern
Man’s best friend gets a second chance at life; thanks to an intern.

Ex-drug dealer graduates at age 67 from Columbia
David Norman is proving that if you keep chasing your dreams you will succeed.

Podcast favorites: Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Bernie gets the Axe | Guns in America

Sponsored:
Drivers Will Be Furious When This Finally Happens
If you drive less than 50 miles a day, this new rule will shock you.

Nick Menza, ex-Megadeth drummer, dies after collapsing on stage
Nick Menza, who played on many of Megadeth’s most successful albums, died after he collapsed on stage during a show. He was 51.

‘Chewbacca Mom’ carpools with James Corden, J.J. Abrams
It’s official: Chewbacca Mom has made it.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

How these viral videos inspired viral joy
More than 100 million people have watched a woman crack up in a Chewbacca mask. In her car! Just hanging out outside of a Kohl’s!

Chewbacca’s mask and the power of viral joy
Candace Payne is this moment’s powerful purveyor of joy.

Week 35: Baking bread with Ezekiel
I am stuck with the prophets. I understand their message and it feels like a master class in what to do to please God, but why does it take so long to get to the point?

Week 36: Deadlines and Daniel
Confession time: I procrastinate.

‘River’s Garbageman’ plants 1 million trees
Chad Pregracke may be known as “The Rivers’ Garbageman,” having cleaned up America’s waterways for almost 20 years.

Apps that make traveling abroad easier
CNET editor Sharon Profis shows us apps that make international travel easier.

Podcast favorites: Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Bernie gets the Axe | Guns in America

Device helps prevent stroke
Kelly Bowman reports on a device that’s helping prevent strokes in Afib patients.

Nutrition on the go
Tomeka Jones talks to a nutritionist who explains why it’s so important to eat regularly and to avoid skipping meals.

Man finds alligator in living room
A man found an alligator living in a home that was being built in Sterlington, Louisiana. CNN affiliate KNOE reports.

CPR kiosks: Learn to save a life in 5 minutes
Hands-only CPR kiosks are now in America’s busiest airports. CNN’s Kelly Bowman reports on how a few minutes of training could help save a life.

Repurposed trail spurs business & connects communities
Holly Firfer takes us on a stroll down Atlanta’s hottest new property where people are flocking to live, work, and play.

Space hotels aren’t sci-fi anymore
Bigelow Aerospace is building space habitats for the public. Get an exclusive tour inside one of their prototypes, and see where we would live in space.

Stuffy art museum meets virtual reality
A new tech company makes a visit to an art museum a total head game

An old space turns hip and vibrant
Tomeka Jones goes inside Denver’s new Union Station where you can stay, shop and dine.

Opioid risks can be dangerous mix for those in Prince’s age group
Evidence is mounting that opioid pain medication may have played a role in the death of pop legend Prince. While the medical examiner hasn’t yet released the results of the autopsy and toxicology tests in this case, opioid overdose in middle age is all too common.

A boy and his service dog: Yearbook besties
Presley the service dog is always at her owner’s side, which is why she earned a spot alongside him in his middle-school yearbook.

What the ’80s really looked like
When it came to fashion, the 1980s weren’t subtle.

Recent podcasts: Bernie gets the Axe | Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Graham Opposes GOP Leader

I hacked into a nuclear facility in the ’80s. You’re welcome.
I can’t remember exactly when my teenage fascination with computers collided with the federal government, but I will never forget the morning in 1983 when two FBI agents showed up on my parents’ doorstep.

Opinion: ‘Meternity’ leaves for non-parents?
Although we Americans think that long work hours are required to get the job done, research proves otherwise, writes Brigid Schulte.

The most popular baby names of 2015
Now you’re just showing off, Noah and Emma.

I wish my mother knew …
CNN’s Kelly Wallace asks a group of kids what they wish their mothers knew.

Recent podcasts: Sanders Demands Clinton Apologize | Guns in America | Radical Islam in America

Gift ideas for Mom that are actually cool
Every year in mid-spring, there comes a morning when you wake up in a cold sweat with one thought on your mind.

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How to make a Mother’s Day bouquet
In a few easy steps, create a bouquet for your mom that makes a great impression