By Reader's Digest | Nina Derwin | 6/25/2024 4:12 PM

Moo-ve over expiration dates. There's another important code on your milk carton. The post This Is What the Code on Your Milk Jug Means appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Charlotte Hilton Andersen | 6/6/2024 4:28 PM

Sometimes our good intentions can miss the mark when we're trying to be helpful at a fast-food restaurant. Here's what to avoid. The post 15 Polite Habits Fast-Food Workers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Kiersten Hickman | 6/5/2024 6:05 PM

Save your manicure! Cracking open a cold can of soda just became a whole lot easier.  The post Here’s Why Soda Cans Are Beveled on the Bottom appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Charlotte Hilton Andersen | 6/4/2024 5:24 PM

It turns out that saying "please" isn't as common—or polite—as you think. Here's what the experts say.  The post New Study: This Polite Phrase May Soon Be a Thing of the Past appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Charlotte Hilton Andersen | 5/17/2024 2:05 PM

Grief can be hard to talk about. Here's what to say when you don't know what to say. The post 12 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Grief That Are Actually Hurtful appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Lauren Cahn | 5/16/2024 9:54 AM

With the right tips, tricks, and strategies, anyone can learn to play Sudoku The post 8 Sudoku Tips for Beginners, According to Experts appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Charlotte Hilton Andersen | 5/7/2024 9:11 PM

From eavesdropping on other patients to using speakerphone in the waiting room, our experts share the worst doctor's office etiquette mistakes—and what you should do instead. The post 19 Etiquette Mistakes You’re Making at the Doctor’s Office appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Tracy Schorn | 4/30/2024 11:17 AM

The pain is finite—take it from someone who has been there. Here's how to pick yourself up off the floor, get over infidelity and take your power back. The post How to Get Over Being Cheated on—And Begin Anew appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Kiersten Hickman | 4/11/2024 6:38 PM

It’s fine in most states, but some have stricter rules! The post Can You Go to Jail for Collecting Rainwater? appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Caroline Coile, PhD | 3/22/2024 8:17 PM

You know that dogs are amazing—but did you also know how fascinating they are? These facts about dogs will give you a new appreciation for our furry friends. The post 30 Facts About Dogs That Will Change the Way You See Your Pup appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Lisa Marie Conklin | 3/22/2024 5:22 PM

Your intentions may be good, but pet groomers would prefer you ditch these "polite" habits. Here's what the professionals have to say. The post 13 Polite Habits Pet Groomers Dislike—and What to Do Instead appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Ariel Zeitlin | 3/20/2024 12:28 PM

From cheesy to cool, all other languages borrow these indispensable terms from us! The post 10 Common Words That You’ll Only Find in English appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Cianna Garrison | 3/20/2024 12:23 PM

Test your brain power with this addictive new game from the New York Times—and find out the best strategies for winning. The post How to Play the Latest New York Times Game Connections appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Charlotte Hilton Andersen | 3/19/2024 10:34 PM

From weddings to birthday parties to happy hour with friends, our experts share exactly what you need to know about when and how to cancel plans. The post How Late Is Too Late to Cancel Plans? 12 Tips from Etiquette Experts appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Kiersten Hickman | 3/19/2024 10:24 PM

Check your attic to see if your old Barbie could be worth a small fortune! The post If You Have One of These Rare Barbies, It Could Be Worth More Than $27,000 appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Jochen Schliemann as told to Laurie Budgar | 3/19/2024 2:25 PM

Not sure what to expect on an EV road trip? For starters, these eco-friendly cars are faster and more powerful than you might expect. The post I Took an All-Electric Road Trip in California—Here’s What Surprised Me the Most appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Brooke Nelson Alexander | 3/18/2024 8:35 PM

These essential wedding invitation etiquette rules will help you spread the word that you are getting hitched—without a hitch. The post 10 Wedding Invitation Etiquette Rules Brides and Grooms Should Follow appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Sherri Eisenberg | 3/15/2024 12:58 PM

The mainland of the good ol' U.S. of A. offers plenty of cruising opportunities on rivers, tributaries, bays, lakes, and other waterways to explore a part of the country you might otherwise miss. The post America’s Most Scenic Small-Ship and River Cruises appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Pamela Rafalow Grossman | 3/15/2024 11:28 AM

While they both deal with the past, historic and historical aren't interchangeable words. Choose wisely with these simple tips. The post “Historic” vs. “Historical”: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story

By Reader's Digest | Alyssa Sybertz | 3/14/2024 7:32 PM

Are these vegetables actually the same thing? Here's everything you need to know. The post Scallions vs. Green Onions: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Reader's Digest. ... Read full Story