Ikea prides itself on Scandinavian ingenuity that helps keep prices low, and many shoppers think of it a refuge for cash-strapped college kids and young professionals. While many of our favorite Ikea products won’t put much of a dent in…
Inflammation is an immune response of the body trying to heal itself. But if the inflammation stems from a problem that is not treated, chronic inflammation can set in, which is an underlying cause of diseases ranging from arthritis to…
Washington, D.C., is one of the most tourist-friendly cities in the United States. Not only is the nation’s capital packed with historical monuments and museums — including the recently reopened Washington Monument — but many of the best attractions are free.…
I am bending over in the front yard, my right hand wrist-deep in water as I grope for what I hope is the manual shutoff valve to our sprinkler system. Until 30 minutes ago, I didn’t even know there was…
Downsizing and relocating can be a difficult task at any age. But it can be even more daunting for senior citizens who have a lifetime of accumulations to sort through or special needs and health concerns to keep in mind…
Here’s a sobering statistic: between 2008 and 2017, drivers struck and killed 49,340 people who were walking on streets all across America — more than 13 people per day according to Dangerous by Design 2019, a study of pedestrian fatalities…
South and Central America have iconic, bucket-list worthy spots — Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, etc. — that make the shortlist of many world travelers headed that direction.…
Allergies have been growing in prevalence over the past few decades, particularly in Western nations. And while allergies among children often receive the lion’s share of attention, the reality is…
The kids are gone, and the house is finally your own. And while there are plenty of mistakes you’ll want to avoid as empty nesters such as blowing your retirement…
When disaster strikes, are you prepared to help others in need? And are you aware of the warning signs of emergency situations and how to avoid potential injury-causing accidents in…
Bed and breakfast. The mere mention of those three words usually elicits one of two responses. Enthusiasm from those who genuinely love sharing their morning with complete strangers after sleeping…
Let’s get one thing out of the way: There is nothing really wrong with Starbucks coffee. They brought good beans to the masses. But if you care — truly care…
While many travelers struggle to accumulate enough rewards points to book a paltry domestic flight, there are those who have managed to jet around the world like royalty (or something…
Football season is in full swing, and fans all over the country are planning their Saturdays and Sundays (not to mention some Thursday, Friday, and Monday nights) around the big…
Many airlines are moving away from first class, instead upgrading lucrative business-class cabins that are within financial reach of more passengers. Still, the airlines that do still offer first-class travel…
Working out the logistics of holiday travel probably ranks somewhere between going to the dentist and filing taxes. Between the crowds (on the roads, in the air, and everywhere else)…
South of the U.S. and Mexico lies a wealth of delicious cuisine, from the arepas of Colombia and Venezuela to the expertly cooked steaks of Argentina. Exciting flavors also come…
Leaf-peeping season is just around the corner, a time that inspires nature lovers to hit the road in search of the season’s vibrant displays of color in picturesque and bucolic…