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By Adam Garcia | Published 23 seconds ago Somewhere in a kitchen drawer, there is probably still a box of blank notecards that nobody has touched in years. A generation ago those cards would have been used up by February. Grandparents carried…
One of my favorite things about DEV.to is the Welcome Thread! It’s such a lovely place to meet new people, welcome newcomers, and make someone feel like they belong here. Have you ever commented on the DEV.to Welcome…
It’s more than just a habit — it’s a small tradition with a big meaning. Imagine entering a Japanese home for the first time. You open the door, step inside, and notice that everyone is taking off their shoes. Nearby, there…
By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer Bouncy houses, live music, treats and yard games brought Fountain Mall to life Friday evening. However, the all-male high-heel race stole the show with a deeper message on domestic violence awareness. Alpha Chi Omega celebrated…
KATV Elbows Off, Please shares etiquette skills for students
Discover the unspoken social etiquette rules that many adults still don't follow in 2026. Learn what behaviors to avoid in everyday interactions. So when Reddit user u/kmursalato7 asked, "What is an unwritten social rule that way too many adults fail to…
Sparks interest in forming a casual dev collective I've been thinking lately about how cool it would be to know more people who genuinely enjoy building things, sharing ideas, and just talking about life. I'm really into Python, AI, web…
Texts have replaced phone calls, and comment sections have replaced conversation. It would be easy to conclude that traditional manners are a relic, too slow and too formal for the way we live now. I believe the opposite. The more…
DEAR MISS MANNERS: From time to time, I find myself on the receiving end of rude behavior from the adolescent children of friends or relatives, although the behavior isn’t always directed solely at me. For instance, a loud “ew” when…
Dust and dirt begone! Wearing shoes in the house in the Netherlands: it’s a thing. For those of us who come from different cultures, it’s a strange phenomenon — but where does this custom come from? I’ve already written about other…