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Can you actually will your estate to your pet?

February 19, 2020 at 1:42 p.m.

Two-thirds of American households — 85 million families — own a pet. Whether a dog person, cat person, bunny or guinea pig or iguana person, you likely know this much...

BOSTON, MA | Considering its large Irish-American population, it's no wonder Boston knows how to throw a true St. Patrick's Day party. Expect people in kilts performing traditional Irish dance, playing loud bagpipes and marching down the street as part of the country's third-largest St. Patrick's Day parade. This parade brings up to a million spectators to Beantown annually. Don't forget to ogle at the blooming cherry blossoms while you're there.

Bust out the bagpipes: These cities host massive St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

February 19, 2020 at 1:35 p.m.

Green hats and shirts, shamrocks galore and cold pints of beer are customary for a St. Patrick's Day celebration. This age-old holiday brings people of Irish heritage and other cultures...

This ranking is based on the American Bankruptcy Institute's cumulative 2019 Bankruptcy Statistics of states and territories, including the District of Columbia. Of the 749,654 total Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings in the U.S. in 2019, these states had the highest rate per capita of filing.

States with the highest bankruptcy rates

February 19, 2020 at 10:18 a.m.

Your personal finances are affected by many factors, including paying for higher education, medical bills and job loss. Divorce can also put immense strain on your bank account. These factors...

GOLDEN GATE PARK - SAN FRANCISCO, CA | The Golden Gate Bridge might be the most photographed bridge in the world, but you and your family would be missing out if you simply snapped a pic without exploring nearby Golden Gate Park. This park sprawls across more than 1,000 acres and beside trails for walking and biking, the park has plenty of cool free amenities, like an archery range and a skate park. As for other attractions, the Conservatory of Flowers is free for children 4 and under and the Japanese Tea Garden is free for kids 5 and under.

Have a spring break that won’t break the bank at these free, family-friendly attractions

March 6, 2020 at 12:47 p.m.

Across the United States, school-age children will get a much-anticipated week off of classes known as spring break. The time period varies from coast to coast, but typically, spring break...

The money that the NCAA make from March Madness is almost difficult for a normal person to imagine.

How much money does the NCAA make from March Madness?

February 10, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

The National Collegiate Athletic Association, or the NCAA, regulates student athletes from universities, colleges, institutions and conferences around the United States. They also make millions of dollars during the postseason...

UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON | "Gooooo Dayton Flyers!" is the theme song you'll hear over and over and over again at any basketball game the University of Dayton plays, home or away, often led by the Flyer Pep Band. This Ohio Catholic school's fans are known to travel far and wide to support their team — travel packages to follow the team to the Maui Invitational in Hawaii sold out in less than one day in 2019, and they sold out 14 of 17 home games for the 2019-20 season, setting a new school record. The passion fans have for UD and the packed games make it notoriously difficult for away teams to play at their home arena.

Break out the body paint: These colleges take school spirit to the next level

February 19, 2021 at 11:31 a.m.

Most people are proud of where they went to college, to one extent or another. Even if you just wear your college sweatshirt because it's comfy and watch your school's...

Though you don't need to live in one of <a href="https://www.theactivetimes.com/travel/coldest-cities-in-the-world">the coldest cities in the world</a> to create this winter spectacle, temperatures outside do have to be pretty chilly. For the best frozen bubble results, wait for the wind to die down and the temperatures to drop into the single digits or below zero. Pick up some bubble solution or make your own at home with one part water, four parts dish soap and a few drops of corn syrup.

Then, head out to your backyard to blow bubbles and watch them freeze in the winter air. This experiment is also a fun way to learn about surface tension, the secret to making bubbles.

Science experiments to do at home in the cold and snow

February 13, 2020 at 8:39 a.m.

These kid-friendly science experiments will help you and your budding scientists escape cabin fever and appreciate the wonders of winter, all while learning a thing or two. All of the...

Fat Tuesday, the English translation of the French phrase "Mardi Gras," typically falls before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent, and is a day for celebration and indulgence.

Mardi Gras facts: What is Fat Tuesday?

February 6, 2020 at 2:59 p.m.

The annual celebration of Mardi Gras is a party unlike any other, with parades, costumes, music and some of the best food in America. Visiting New Orleans during Mardi Gras...

Due to some very specific Academy rules, Oscar winners who want to get rid of their golden statue have only one option: sell their award back to the Academy for a dollar.

How much is an Oscar worth? Just $1

February 6, 2020 at 2:57 p.m.

On Oscar night, after climbing the stage steps in Dolby Theatre, accepting a nearly 9-pound statuette and thanking the Academy, every award winner agrees to comply with the "spirit as...

CHARLESTON - SC | One of the most romantic cities in the world, Charleston, South Carolina, is especially charming in the spring. The Charleston Farmers Market finally opens up again in April, and the weather is perfect for walking tours of the city's historic downtown and exploring its architecturally notable properties and gardens at the Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens.

Vacation in bloom: Wonderful weekend trips to take in the spring

March 6, 2020 at 12:50 p.m.

Considering it's shoulder season in many places, spring is a great time for an affordable vacation. In order to determine where you should spend a springtime weekend, The Active Times...

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