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Who Coined 'The Customer Is Always Right'?

The Retail Tug-of-War

It’s hard not to roll your eyes when someone says “the customer is always right” while demanding a refund for something they bought five years ago. But, hey, it’s the rule, right? Or is it? Even Harry Selfridge himself backpedaled on the idea, saying the customer is "almost always" right. And there it is—the loophole we’ve all been looking for. Almost always. Now, if only we could use that to avoid the next coupon argument.

Upgrade Your Ride with This 2025 Wireless Car Display

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What Is Semi-Formal for Men?

The Great Semi-Formal Debate

Between business casual, business formal, smart casual, semi-formal, and formal, the dress code scramble can be head-spinning. Especially when navigating weddings, year-end gatherings, or fancy soirées that call for a more polished look. But that's why we’re here. So what is semi-formal for men? We've got you.

5 Doomed Quests to Control the Earth

When Nature Laughs at Our Plans

Humans really thought they could boss around nature, but Earth had other ideas. Take Florida’s grand Bat Tower, a 1929 scheme to tackle mosquitos and make some cash with bat guano. They built an elaborate tower, lured by promises of bat-attracting bait (made from—you can’t make this up—bat guano and mashed bat parts). On the first day, a hurricane wiped out the bait, and the bats never came. The tower stood empty for decades, only to be destroyed by another hurricane in 2017.

How To Stop Living On Auto-Pilot

Wake Up, You’re Not a Robot

Ever feel like your life is just a never-ending to-do list? Wake up, work, eat, repeat. It’s like you’re stuck in a loop, starring in your own Groundhog Day sequel. Breaking out starts with realizing you’re not a machine. Try noticing the small stuff—a breeze, your coffee’s smell, or how your dog looks like they’re judging your entire existence. Suddenly, life feels less like a conveyor belt and more like something you actually want to live.

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