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Happiness

US drops from list of top 20 happiest countries in the world

  • Mar 20, 2024
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Why can fear be fun? Doctors break down the science of being scared

  • Oct 31, 2023

Grab the kiddos and unwind! Here are some fun holiday stories

  • Dec 22, 2019

Study shows how much money you need to be happy in Houston

  • Nov 11, 2019

Happy Day of Happiness!

  • Mar 20, 2019

Cancer patient dresses in costumes to spread joy

  • Mar 5, 2019

8-year-old surprises stepdad with adoption proposal

  • Jan 21, 2019

Color your world! How different hues affect your mood

  • May 16, 2018

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  • May 18, 2017
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  • Mar 25, 2017
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  • Aug 26, 2016

Latest Stories

Want a stronger family? Eat dessert together, a study suggests

According to research out of England, dessert might just be the catalyst for stronger family connections and good memories.

  • May 18, 2017
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What are the happiest countries in the world?

Switzerland, New Zealand and Norway were among the happiest countries on earth.

  • Mar 21, 2017
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7 ways Sriracha can save your life

Sriracha, also known as rooster sauce, can spice up any dish and it also has a variety of health benefits, too

  • Nov 1, 2016

Saddest day of the year? 5 ways to boost your mood on 'Blue Monday'

If you feel down this Monday, you're not alone. Jan. 18 is advertised as ''Blue Monday,'' the saddest day of the year. Here are five things you can do to boost your mood.

  • Jan 18, 2016

New study says happiness doesn't help you live longer

There's good news for grumpy women: Being happy apparently has no effect on how long you might live.

  • Dec 10, 2015