IRS Says Audits Are About to Surge, and Shares Who Will Be Targeted megaflopp / iStock Taxpayers can breathe a sigh of relief knowing the 2023 tax year is over—for the most part at least. Tax documents have been filed, money wires have been initiated, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) confirmed tax refunds are en route if you haven’t received yours already. But for some, the end of tax season can result in a different outcome....

Is It Really Bad If You Don’t Wash Your Hands After Going to the Bathroom? Shutterstock Even if you haven’t been watching Bravo’s newest reality show, Next Gen NYC , there’s a good chance you’ve heard about the controversy surrounding cast member Georgia McCann . On the show’s premier episode, she revealed that she doesn’t wash her hands after going to the bathroom, calling herself “pro-germ.” “I have no allergies, I never get the flu....

John Goodman Defends Roseanne Barr After Racist Tweet: “I Felt Bad for Her” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/06/john-roseanne-main-e1687793246672.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“John Goodman and Roseanne Barr at the premiere of “Roseanne” in 2018 - 1”> Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock Within a single year, Roseanne returned to our TV screens and then went off the air once again. The sitcom’s original run of nine seasons lasted from 1988 to 1997. Then, in 2018, the working-class comedy was revived for a tenth season with much of the main cast returning....

Madonna Was Rumored to Be the Cause of Alex Rodriguez’s 2008 Divorce Everett Collection / Shutterstock; s_bukley / Shutterstock This is one celebrity affair scandal that dipped into both the music and sports worlds. In 2008, Alex Rodriguez and Madonna were rumored to have had an affair, and it was reportedly the cause of the Major League Baseball player’s divorce from his wife, Cynthia Scurtis . The affair rumor and the end of the marriage saw both supposedly involved parties speaking out in the press, gossip about Scurtis having her own affair with a famous musician, and baseball fans taunting Rodriguez with pictures of Madonna at games....

Maria Menounos Says a Salad Actually Helped Her Detect Her Cancer <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/11/maria-main.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Maria Menounos at an event for “The Pentaverate” in 2022 - 1”> Eugene Powers / Shutterstock TV host Maria Menounos knew something was wrong well before she was diagnosed with a rare form of pancreatic cancer. She says part of the reason she grew concerned was her body’s reaction to a salad that she ate on a plane....

Mariah Carey Demanded $50 Million “Inconvenience Fee” From Ex-Fiancé After Breakup <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/11/mariah-james-main.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Mariah Carey and James Packer at the premiere of “The Intern” in 2015 - 1”> Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images For most people ending an engagement only costs expenses that will no longer be shared, the ring, and any deposits you already made for the wedding. But, Mariah Carey is not most people. Back in 2016, she reportedly charged her ex-fiancé James Packer a $50 million “inconvenience fee” when they broke up....

Marijuana Doubles Your Risk of Dying From Heart Disease—And Edibles May Not Be Safer Shutterstock In 2021, approximately 52.5 million Americans (about 19 percent of the country’s population) used marijuana, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Of course, it goes without saying that both medical and recreational use of weed have only gained popularity since then. It’s estimated that three in 10 users have a cannabis disorder—this risk increases in those who start experimenting with weed before turning 18....

Marriott Will No Longer Give Hotel Guests This, as of Dec. 1 Shutterstock / Alexandros Michailidis No matter where you check in when you travel, hotel guests are accustomed to getting certain amenities with each stay. The very basics include fresh sheets, fluffy towels, and a clean room . But for iconic hotel chains like Marriott, it’s not uncommon to find extra perks built-in to entice guests to keep coming back....

Matthew Perry Says This “Friends” Co-Star Confronted Him About His Drinking <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/10/friends-main-e1666622274821.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“The cast of “Friends” at the 2002 Emmy Awards - 1”> Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock Matthew Perry is continuing to share his story. In an interview with People published on Oct. 19, Perry opened up about his addiction to pills and alcohol and how the effects of that addiction landed him in the hospital for five months and a coma for two weeks in 2018....

Meghan Is “Furious” Over Royal Family’s Treatment of Fergie, Insider Claims Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock; Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock They both married into the British royal family and became outspoken members, but according to a royal expert, Meghan Markle is peeved that the institution seems to have different rules for Sarah Ferguson (aka Fergie) than it does for her. While the Suits star and her husband Prince Harry are currently estranged from the family, Fergie has continued to be a public figure as the Duchess of York and has attended royal events despite being divorced from ex-husband Prince Andrew ....

Nutritionists Reveal the Best Snacks to Satisfy Late-Night Cravings Without Sabotaging Sleep Shutterstock We know eating late at night can disrupt sleep—ideally, there should be at least three hours before when you last eat and your bedtime, according to experts. “When you eat late at night, you’re going against your body’s circadian rhythm,” Alexis Supan , RD, tells the Cleveland Clinic . But what if you’re really hungry and need a little something to tide you over until breakfast?...

Office Depot Is Closing Stores, Starting Tomorrow Trever Gearhart / Shutterstock With so many of us still working from home, the need for office supplies has been greater than ever. It’s easy enough to place an order online, but sometimes you need ink for your printer or have run out of working pens, and there’s not enough time to wait for a delivery. That’s when your local office supply store comes in handy—that is, as long as it’s still in operation....

Original Wednesday Addams Died of a Stroke—5 Warning Signs to Watch For Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock The Addams Family , the cult-favorite TV show that premiered in 1964, ran for only two seasons. But nearly six decade later, it still looms large in the public imagination thanks to numerous film and TV revivals over the years, the latest of which, Wednesday , is now streaming on Netflix. So it was a shock for many to hear that Lisa Loring , who originally played the role of Wednesday Addams, passed away over the weekend at age 64 following a “massive stroke,” as reported by a family friend via Facebook....

OTC Pain and Fever Meds Recalled Over “Health Risk,” FDA Warns iStock / Hiraman We often rely on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to help deal with some of the worst symptoms brought on by coming down with a bug. Whether it’s keeping a cough at bay, relieving aches and pains, or driving down a fever, they can often be a saving grace when we’re feeling our worst. But this cold and flu season, you might want to double-check what you’ve got stashed in your cabinet after OTC pain and fever meds were recalled over a potentially serious health risk....

Patrons Are Boycotting Dunkin’ Over This Major Change: “Final Nail in the Coffin” Ken Wolter/Shutterstock Even with plenty of options out there for caffeinated beverages , it’s hard to think of a coffee chain with a more profoundly loyal fan base than Dunkin’. The company has become beloved for its fast-and-easy breakfast food options, hot and cold drinks, and donuts, with over 12,600 locations across 40 countries. But even if A-list celebrities like Ben Affleck frequent the chain , its customers’ affections are not always unconditional....

Pharmacist Warns Never Buy These 4 Health Items From Costco: “Toxic to Your Microbiome” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/07/2672592645_766_featured.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pharmacist Warns Never Buy These 4 Health Items From Costco: “Toxic to Your Microbiome” - 1”> iStock Since the COVID-19 pandemic, interest in health and wellness has skyrocketed. A 2025 Future of Wellness survey conducted by McKinsey & Company estimates that Americans spend $500 billion each year on wellness goods and services—and that number is increasing four to five percent each year....

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Stands by USPS Changes Amid Massive Delays Your Hand Please / Shutterstock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has been trying to dig itself out of financial turmoil since 2006. In 2020, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy was appointed to help turn things around—but DeJoy’s efforts have been heavily scrutinized , including a good deal of criticism. Be that as it may, DeJoy is standing by USPS changes in the face of recent setbacks....

Rachel McAdams Sparks Debate Over Her Armpit Hair in New Photoshoot Amanda Edwards / Getty Images Judy Blume’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret is set to hit theaters on April 28, and in preparation of the film’s highly anticipated release, lead star Rachel McAdams sat down with Bustle to talk about the film, which organically segued into a conversation about embracing her natural body… armpit hair included. The actress chose not to shave her underarms for her photoshoot, baring armpit hair in multiple sleeveless outfits....

Researchers Discover 2 Health Metrics That Can Lower Your Risk of Death by 42% Shutterstock When you’re young, it’s all too easy to take your good health for granted. After all, the vast majority of chronic illnesses, from cancer to heart disease , are linked to chronological age. However, medical researchers are increasingly exploring how lesser-known age-related metrics might impact health and longevity . They say that the biological age of your organs—distinct from how many trips you’ve taken around the sun—could more accurately predict how long you live, and in what condition....

Residential Bear Attacks Are on the Rise: What You Need to Know steverts / iStock If you’re an avid camper or hiker, you’re probably aware of the risks of bear-sighting out in the wild. According to the National Park Service (NPS), it’s advisable to stay calm, quiet, and still, as well as to carry bear pepper spray with you. But if you’re not heading into the woods, you probably don’t give this a second thought....