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Calamity Jane Rode Hard, Drank Even Harder and Became a Wild West Legend

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Martha 'Calamity Jane' Canary was a woman trying to make it in a man's world at a time when societal strictures held women tightly bound to norms of femininity.

When to Cook With Tamari Instead of Soy Sauce

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Is the difference between soy sauce and tamari like the difference between ketchup and catsup - in name only? Not at all, and we'll tell you why.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Princess Diana

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It may seem like there are no secrets left about Diana, Princess of Wales, but we've unearthed some facts that may be new to you.

What Is Long-term Care Insurance, and Do You Need It?

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The No. 1 retirement worry is running out of money. Long-term care insurance is one way to plan for the future but is it worth the cost?

Pikas Are the Pikachus of the Wild

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Pikas are little mammals that, though they may look like rodents, are more closely related to rabbits.

How Slack Works

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Has your company recently begun using Slack? Don't have the faintest idea how it works? Our beginner's guide to how Slack works will have you slacking like a pro in no time.

How Doctor On Demand Works

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Not crazy about going into your doctor's or therapist's office these days? You might be interested in a telemedicine service like Doctor on Demand. Here's how it works.

Tendergroin, Cowboy Caviar: Just What Are Rocky Mountain Oysters?

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It's the meat that's launched a thousand jokes. But how did Rocky Mountain oysters get their name and what do they taste like?

Dutch Ovens Can Cook Everything From Bread to Brisket, Deliciously

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Is this workhorse of kitchen equipment missing from your arsenal? We'll tell you why you need one.

STUG: When Grief Hits Like a Bolt Out of the Blue

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A sudden (or subsequent) temporary upsurge of grief, or STUG, can knock you off your feet and leave you in a puddle, but being aware of it can lessen its power.