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Lauren Cahn

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/author/laurenscahn-505
Lauren Cahn is a New York-based writer whose work has appeared regularly in The Huffington Post as well as a variety of other publications since 2008 on such topics as life and style, popular culture, law, religion, health, fitness, yoga, entertaining and entertainment. She is also a writer of crime fiction; her first full-length manuscript, The Trust Game, was short-listed for the 2017 CLUE Award for emerging talent in the genre of suspense fiction.
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14 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Washer and Dryer

The average lifespans of your washing machine and dryer are 10 years. If you're doing these things, however, you could be cutting it short.

13 “Eco-Friendly” Habits That Are Actually Worse for the Planet

We know you have the best interests of the planet at heart, but if you're...

12 Hilarious Photos of Pets Acting Like People

Pets are people, too... And these pictures prove it.

Can You Guess in Which Decade These Iconic Photos Were Taken?

Go ahead and see how many you get right. But be forewarned: Some of these...

What Happens When a Royal Family Member Gets “Fired”?

Just because they’re family, it doesn’t mean that they can’t get the boot!

33 Inspiring Cancer Quotes From Survivors

People who have survived cancer have been through a lot—and they've learned a lot. This...

How Diwali Is Celebrated Around the World

Bright lights, bright colours, food, and fireworks. It might sound like Canada Day, but Diwali...

10 Shelter Dogs Who Saved Their Owners’ Lives

When most people adopt a rescue dog, they're seeking companionship from their new furry friend....

The 22 Funniest Court Cases of All Time

Lawyers actually have a lot of fun doing what they do, and I should know....

12 True Stories from the Most Haunted Forests in the World

With large, dark shadows and unidentifiable animal sounds, forests can be some of the spookiest...

13 Best History Podcasts to Listen to Right Now

If only high school history class was as fun as these history podcasts...

12 Best True Crime Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

The first thing you have to decide when selecting a true crime podcast is whether...

I’m a Burglar—Here’s How to Outsmart Me

From burglars' mouths to your ears: Here are the vulnerabilities they look for when they're...

50 Things You Didn’t Know About Woodstock on Its 50th Anniversary

Fifty years ago in upstate New York, a counterculture was born. Here's everything you never...

10 Things You Should Never Do with Your Left Hand

Don't be caught doing any of these things with your left hand.

24 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do with Baby Shampoo

What's gentle enough to use to cleanse your baby's tender hair and skin but strong...

12 Hidden “Treasures” That Were Actually Worth Nothing

Imagine searching for some elusive hidden treasure and finding it only to discover... it's utterly...

13 Most Famous Sister Rivalries in History

Sisters always share a deep bond—and sometimes, they share an even deeper rivalry.
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15 Things You Should Never Say to Flight Attendants

Professionally trained and highly experienced, there's not much that can surprise flight attendants—they've seen and...

80 Gorgeous Travel Photos from Around the World

With nearly 200 countries to cover, it would be quite a feat to see the...

13 Rarely Seen Photos of Prince William with Princess Diana

Prince William had such a special relationship with his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, that...