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Even as we approach 2018, people are still clinging to downright-bananas conspiracy theories. Like, "The Illuminati is real!" or "The Government is hiding information about aliens from us", or, "You have to separate your laundry before washing it" (yeah, right). So, in today's Buzzlist, Teresa Strasser is taking a deeper look at some of the craziest conspiracy theories that are still believed in, even now.

While some of us love to put up classic firs in our living rooms, decorated with the usual tinsel and strings of light, there's definitely more than one way to spruce up a tree for the holidays. But, four places across the country take dressing the tree to levels of unseen creativity, and Kristina Guerrero's showing you where.

If you're already planning your next vacation, but don't want to spend lots to do it, get ready to vacation and staycation, all at the same time, with an RV! The RV Industry association expects 2018 to be their biggest year ever. But, if you're worried you won't be able to afford one - you can! Jared Cotter's breaking down the 3 ways you can get your RV ride on in 2018, without breaking the bank.

One of the biggest changes you might see in 2018 - more people being chauffeured by driverless cars! Yes, the idea of you being driven by a car with a mind of its own is becoming less of a prediction and more of a reality - and it might happen sooner than you think. So, strap in - we're breaking down the 3 ways that 2018 might be the year you hitch a ride in a self-driving car.

You've see them on the news, on your social media pages, maybe even in your neighborhood - package thieves - those sneaky individuals that prey on your deliveries and wait 'till you least expect it to take them from your home to theirs. So, we talked to the Phoenix Police department to find out 4 simple, inexpensive, DIY ways that you can keep porch pirates away, and keep your packages safe.

Tis the season for stealing and re-gifting! At holiday parties, the gloves come off when the secret Santa hats go on and we got manner expert, Thomas Farley, to share all the acceptable "do's" and "don'ts".

If you've always wanted to travel, but never have enough money or vacation time to do it, Teresa Strasser's got the solution for you. In today's Buzzlist, she's giving you three new jobs on the market that will let you travel for a living - and get paid to do it.

When it comes to gifts, some people are just impossible to shop for. So, if you're at a loss for what to get a few people on your list, think about their hobbies: Do they love food or entertainment? Do they have a favorite sports team? Do they constantly post photos of their pets on their social media pages? If so, Kristina Guerrero's got a list of the perfect gifts for every interest on your list.

Everywhere you turn, people are upgrading their homes from average to intuitive and intelligent with the help of the smart tech gadgets. If you're looking to turn your place into a smart tech paradise by 2018, but don't know where to start, Jared Cotter's giving you the lowdown on 3 essential smart gadgets you should grab to earn your home an A+ in smart tech.

Winter can be uncomfortable and inconvenient but it can also be pretty darn gorgeous. We have some of the most wonderful winter festivals you can enjoy across America.

Having a desk to work at helps pay the bills, but it can also wreak havoc on your body. Between staring at a screen all day, the slouch-inducing office chair, and the coworkers sniffling and coughing around you, it can be hard to be 100% when you head into the office. So, Kristina Guerrero sat down with Dr. Natasha Bhuyan, MD to find out how you can stay healthy while hard at work.

Looking for a side hustle to fill your wallet when you aren't at the office? You might want to head to the clearance section at your favorite store. The business of buying low priced items in store - and reselling them for a profit online - is lucrative and booming. So, Jared Cotter went shopping with resell businessman, Ryan Grant, to show you how to make bank by buying, flipping, and selling just about anything.

What do wet and slippery suits, school experiments gone wrong, and back-flipping robots have in common? All 3 of them were in the news recently, and all 3 of them made us say, "Dude, wait...what?"

Before you get ready to jump into a new year of tech advancements and new, creative apps, don't let 2017's greatest apps pass you by! Lindsey Granger's breaking down the 4 apps that changed our digital lives this year, so that you can still grab them, before your phone's storage gets filled with New Year's Eve selfies.

As one college semester starts and a new one is soon to begin, some of you might be shopping for student loans. But with all that money being borrowed in your name, you'll definitely want to make sure that you don't get duped. So, Jimmy Rhoades sat down with student loan expert, Brianna McGurran, to find simple strategies to pay for college that won't come back to bite you once you graduate.

Whether you're looking to eat a little healthier this holiday season, or, you've got vegan family members coming by for holiday dinner, we're here to help. Teresa Strasser sat down with Milan Ross - the inspirational author that lost 320 pounds with determination and help from a plant based diet - to learn 4 full-flavored, plant-based dinner recipes that'll help you avoid holiday food temptations and please everyone around the table.

Now with the year ending it is time to pick up a new calendar for your home or office for 2018. But, you don't have to get a boring one! We have three hilarious ones that are just plain ridiculous.

You don't have to be a rich uncle to invest in the futures of companies or property. Thanks to new crowdfunding projects, you can have a piece of business and real estate action. Jimmy Rhoades is breaking down how easy it can be to beef up your wallet with investments and is showing you 3 ways you can get into the investment biz.

Guinness World Record holders are inspiring because a lot of them prove that anyone can do something extraordinary - literally - anyone. In honor of those inspirational record breaking mavericks, we're showing you 3 of our favorite crazy, super cute, and hilarious records that just might inspire you to show off your hidden talents too.

Time Magazine recently released its "Best Inventions of 2017 List" and like years past, there's no part of our lives that won't be touched by these amazing creations. We picked some of our favorites from their list to share with you.

Whether you love it or you hate it, snow's as much a part of the holiday season as hot cocoa and Santa Claus. But we wanted to know what it is about those magical frozen flakes that turns us all into little kids, even for a minute - before we have to go out and shovel it. So, we're taking a look at flakes, crystals, snow days, and snowmen - and women - by the numbers.

We've all been there - wrapping gifts for friends and family, when you remember that you forgot to get a gift for someone special. You think quickly and remember that you got a gift last year that you definitely didn't want, then think, "Perfect! I'll just regift!" But, before you scratch your name off the tag for someone else's, check out etiquette expert, Miss Lora's rules for regifting - so you don't get caught in the act.

If you're an outdoorsy person who loves to hike or go camping with the family, you know how fun it can be to venture into the wild. But you also know how annoying it can be to try and find power sources for all your essentials. That's why Jared Cotter did the research to find you 3 handy adventuring gadgets, that not only make heading out into nature easier - they also help do a little good for the rest of the planet, too.

We love our pets for lots of reasons: They keep us company, make us laugh, and, obviously, because they're super cute. But underneath those cuddly exteriors, our pets hide wicked smarts and talents that you wouldn't believe until you saw them - like the incredible things you're about to see Petra, Kohl, and a sweet sheep do - and we just can't get enough of.

Studies say 87% of Americans have ice cream in their freezer at any given time. Even though it's cold out, it's never a bad time for dessert. We have three places with the coolest cones across America.