4 Big Shopping Changes David’s Bridal Is Making This Month Shutterstock Whether you’re headed to prom, in a wedding party, or walking down the aisle yourself, David’s Bridal can be a huge help in coming up with something to wear . And with more than 170 locations across the U.S., the gown and garment retailer is a likely shopping destination for anyone dressing up for a big event. But while their consistent offerings make them something of a go-to, things won’t be the same forever....

4 Changes Coming to Sephora and Ulta, and How They’ll Affect Shoppers iStock Sephora and Ulta are the go-to stores for everything from moisturizer and mascara to face wash and foundation , offering competitive pricing even on premium products. But if your shopping routine has become as regular as your skincare routine, you might want to take note: There are some major changes on the horizon for both Sephora and Ulta....

4 Foods That Make It Hard to Lose Weight, Fitness Coach Says LADO / Shutterstock There’s a Library of Alexandria’s worth of writing dedicated to helping you figure out how to design a weight loss diet . But according to diet and fitness coach Jenna Rizzo , what you don’t eat is just as important as what you do eat. Some foods, Rizzo said in a recently viral TikTok video , can actually make it hard to lose weight....

4 Scents That Can Reduce Depression, New Research Shows Shutterstock For centuries, people have used aromatherapy for its therapeutic benefits, including emotional regulation. Now, research is exploring how it could be used to combat specific mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety. For instance, a 2022 study published in the medical journal Frontiers in Neuroscience looked at the relationship between one’s sense of smell and their likelihood of developing depressive traits....

4 Vaccines That Can Lower Your Risk of Dementia, Researchers Discover iStock People are rushing to their local pharmacy or doctor’s office this month to get their COVID and flu vaccines. Those over 65 are also probably considering the shingles, RSV, and pneumonia vaccines. But what a lot of these health-conscious folks may not realize is that their vaccine diligence could also be helping them stave off cognitive decline . That’s because several new studies have tied four common vaccines to a lower risk of dementia....

40 Common Mistakes No Man Over 40 Should Make You’re never too old to make mistakes. That’s just human nature, and you shouldn’t beat yourself up about it. But at the same time, there’s an old saying that we’ve found very helpful: “Those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” In other words, there are some mistakes that everybody makes when they’re younger, and the hope is that as you age and mature, you learn your lesson and don’t repeat those same mistakes time and time again....

44 Country Wedding Songs to Celebrate Your Big Day Jessie James Decker / YouTube Regardless of whether you booked a band or a DJ for your wedding , finding your must-play songs and those special tunes can be tricky. If you’re a country fan, however, you can rely on this genre to have a little bit of everything that you’re looking for. Country artists offer a mix of sweet, soulful love songs and more upbeat ballads—and you’ll want to change up the vibe throughout the different stages of your wedding, from the ceremony to the afterparty....

5 Best KitchenAid Mixer Dupes for Less, Retail Experts Say Shutterstock / Dmitry_Evs Few kitchen appliances have held widespread appeal and a highly esteemed reputation with home cooks quite like the KitchenAid stand mixer. The product has been a mainstay on wishlists and wedding registries for decades thanks to its reliability and time-tested performance that helps recipes come together quickly and consistently. But the kitchen gadget remains somewhat of a lofty purchase due to its relatively high price tag, which starts at $350 and can run all the way up to $750....

5 Fights That Only Toxic Couples Have NDAB Creativity / Shutterstock Conflict is inevitable in any relationship, no matter how compatible you are with your partner or how rock-solid your bond is. Experts agree that it’s how you engage in conflict that matters. Certain types of arguments and behaviors during conflict can turn downright toxic, eroding the trust, respect, and sense of security in the relationship. “A fight can be considered toxic when it’s not productive in any way,” says Alana Carvalho , a licensed mental health counselor and relationship expert....

5 Kroger Beauty Dupes Under $20 That Rival Supergoop and Other Luxe Brands Kroger If you’ve been sleeping on Kroger’s beauty aisle, it’s time to wake up. The national grocery chain—which operates a slew of brands under names like Ralphs, QFC, Dillons, and Food 4 Less—has been stepping up its own line of beauty products. And these skincare and makeup items are good , rivaling major luxury brands like Supergoop and Sol de Janeiro for half the price....

5 Reasons Costco Gas Stations Are the “Very Best,” Shoppers Say Andriy Blokhin / Shutterstock A basic Costco membership will run you $60 a year—but with that highly coveted card, you also get access to Costco’s premiere travel offerings , technical support, pharmacy and optical, and, of course, iconic food court. However, if you were to ask shoppers what the biggest perk is, it might be Costco’s gas stations. The warehouse offers member-exclusive fuel prices that are upwards of 70 cents cheaper than other gas stations....

5 Red Flags Your Parent Is a Narcissist, According to Therapists Fizkes / Shutterstock Empathy, patience, and selflessness are just a few ideal traits that parents will embody while raising their children—that is unless you have a narcissistic parent. This can impact your mental and emotional health, self-esteem, and even your other relationships as an adult. Experts say the first step toward healing is to be aware of the signs that your parent is a narcissist—and that it’s not your fault they weren’t able to meet some of your core needs....

5 Self-Checkout Mistakes That Are Costing You Big, Experts Warn iStock For a while, it seemed as though stores like Walmart and Costco were considering eliminating self-checkout due to customers’ complaints about malfunctioning machines and incorrect pricing. But it looks like the convenience of faster lines and less human interaction won out in the end. So, with the technology here to stay, we’re helping you ensure you’re not making any mistakes that’ll have you spending more money than you should be....

5 Texting Habits That Prove They’re Attracted to You, Dating Coach Says Svitlana Sokolova / Shutterstock In an ideal world, potential partners would simply tell us when they find us attractive. But this is often difficult for people, whether it’s because their nerves get the best of them or they think it’s too early in the relationship to share it. That’s where texting comes in. Experts say a person’s texting habits can reveal a lot about how attracted they are to you....

5 Things Your Feet Wish You’d Stop Doing, According to Experts fizkes/Shutterstock Maintaining your mobility is one of the best ways to retain your independence and quality of life as you age, experts say . Yet according to a 2022 study in the journal Foot and Ankle Orthopedics , over 96,000 Americans suffer from foot and ankle injuries every year that are bad enough to result in missed workdays. The good news?...

5 Tips to Get Your Passport Fast, Experts Say iStock / AaronAmat Sometimes, the urge to take a life-changing trip can strike without notice. And while there are plenty of naturally beautiful and culturally vibrant places you can see right in the U.S., your dream destination might be abroad—which means you’ll need a valid passport to get there. Unfortunately, spur-of-the-moment travel might be difficult for those who’ve never applied or need to renew their expired document, with current processing times taking anywhere from eight to 11 weeks , according to the U....

5 Warnings to Shoppers From Ex-Aldi Employees Ken Wolter / Shutterstock Aldi currently boasts more than 2,000 stores in 37 states (as well as locations all over the world), which could make it the third-largest grocery store in the U.S. by the end of 2022. And there’s a good reason why the German discount supermarket chain is expanding—people love it. The big draw is the savings; Aldi keeps prices low by offering exclusive, private-label brands....

5 Worst Things to Serve at a Dinner Party, Etiquette Experts Say iStock Hosting a fabulous dinner party can feel like one giant juggling act. Before guests arrive, you need to clean the house , prep the food, and get dressed in a statement-making outfit befitting of a host. Once guests arrive, you need to greet them and provide introductions—all while circulating appetizers, putting the finishing touches on the main dish, and ensuring everyone’s satisfied with your food and drink selections ....

50 Lies Everyone Over 50 Tells Shutterstock Are you familiar with the phrase “Liar, liar, pants on fire?” By the time most people reach 50, their pants are almost continually engulfed in flame. It’s not that 50-year-olds mean to lie—well, not most of the time, anyway. These little white lies just have a way of slipping out with more frequency, sometimes on purpose and sometimes they’re entirely subconscious. At least a few middle-aged people will likely object to that premise....

6 Beloved TV Shows You Can’t Stream Anywhere ABC Distribution Company It’s been said that we are currently in the midst of the peak streaming era, a time when it’s easy to fire up your computer or smart TV and find pretty much any TV show you want to watch, whether that be a classic ’50s sitcom , a ‘90s teen drama , to a straight-to-Netflix hit like Wednesday . Still, even some critically acclaimed, viewer-beloved hits of the past have fallen through the cracks, kept off of streaming services either due to legal red tape or through sheer corporate indifference....