Lifestyle
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Celebrating Technology That Was Cutting Edge the Year You Were Born
We’ve come a long way, baby, when it comes to technology. But do you know the tech that was all the rage when you were born? Read on to see innovations that may seem quaint and commonplace today but were…
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13 Things You Should Never Clean With Vinegar
For years, people everywhere have recommended vinegar for several different cleaning hacks. While it might be tried and true in some areas, there are a handful of things around your home that you should refrain from cleaning with vinegar. Here’s…
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18 Bad Baby Boomer Habits That Younger People Absolutely Hate
A generation gap has always existed, but it may be more obvious now than it’s ever been. Boomers clash with younger adults often, and both sides blame the other for practically everything, from eating habits to economic woes. There are some habits…
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Things No One Should Buy at Trader Joe’s
Though many shoppers feel like Trader Joe’s can do no wrong (and we agree, most of the time), we’ve frequented the store’s compact aisles enough to know that not everything’s a winner, no matter how quirky the packaging or inexpensive…
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13 Cheap Pets That Are Easy to Take Care Of
Pet ownership is wonderful, but many people don’t have the space or budget for a larger, more expensive furry friend. If you’re looking for a new companion and aren’t in the market for a dog, or even if you already…
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23andMe Files for Bankruptcy — Officials Urge Users to Delete Their DNA Data
After years of promising to revolutionize health and ancestry tracking, Gene testing firm 23andMe is officially out of steam — and now it’s officially backing down and declaring bankruptcy. Here is everything you need to know, especially if you have used the…
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7 Bedtime Habits of Successful People in their 60s
The importance of sleep cannot be overstated. You suffer greater risk for just about everything when you’re not getting enough sleep, and it becomes especially important as you get older.…
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6 Places in Your Home Where You Lose the Most Heat
When days are cold, staying warm inside sounds perfect — but heat follows the laws of thermodynamics, not your wishes. It naturally moves toward cooler areas, slipping out through hidden…
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Guinness Cake and Other Delicious Recipes to Make With Irish Stout
As one of the most recognizable beer brands in the world, Guinness can be found flowing from taps at restaurants, hole-in-the-wall bars, and even upscale cocktail bars. But what about…
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The 7 Things That Use the Most Water in Your House
You may spend most of your time thinking about how to save on your energy bill, but it’s also worth keeping an eye on your water usage. There are seven…
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10 Decluttering Mistakes to Avoid
Deciding to declutter your home can feel like a huge task — but once you get the ball rolling it gets easier and easier. The sense of satisfaction that you…
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Joann Fabrics Now Closing All Remaining Stores and Going Out of Business
Crafters and sewers are not going to like this news: Joann is going out of business and closing all remaining locations. The news comes after the arts and crafts store…
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Declutter Like a Pro: 15 Things to Toss From Your Home Right Now
Decluttering is not for the faint-hearted, especially if you’re a sensitive person, but once you get the ball rolling and work your decluttering muscle, decluttering and tidying up your home…
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50 Toy Fads That Have Driven Parents Crazy Over the Years
The right toys can create the person your child ends up becoming (some of those toys you might remember from growing up). They can also turn you into a raving…
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Never Make These Home Maintenance Mistakes
For many, homeownership is the fulfillment of a dream, but that doesn’t mean it can’t also be a serious pain in the you-know-what. Even though it can save you money…
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11 Retro Things That Gen Z Is Bringing Back
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok lately and thought, why does everything look like your life in 2002, you’re not alone. For Gen Z, everything old is new again. From Y2K…
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15 Important Life Skills Everyone Should Master Before Turning 40
The proverbial clock is always ticking, and life has a way of creeping up on you. As we launch farther and farther into the future, it’s important to have a…
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Once-Loved Shopping Mall Stores That Are Gone Forever
Malls, once the epicenter of Americans’ suburban shopping sprees, continue to struggle. Even the flashy, much-hyped American Dream mall in New Jersey, which just opened in 2019, lost a whopping $60…
