How to Make Homemade Weed Killer, According to Lawn-Care Experts Shutterstock Summer is here, and with any luck, the plants in your garden are by now lush and thriving. However, the same factors that help your favorite flowers grow—ample sunlight and rain and favorable soil conditions, to name a few—are the very same conditions that enable weeds to sprout up in droves. The good news is that there are several ways to rid your yard of these invasive plants, one option being to make homemade weed killer with just a handful of household ingredients....

How to Turn 15 PTO Days Into 55 Vacation Days in 2025 iStock There’s an unfortunate irony when it comes to travel: To afford the vacation of your dreams , you most likely need to spend quite a lot of time working. Of course, that same steady job that makes travel financially feasible means it’s hard to find time to make your next getaway. Jenna Zeh , a travel content creator and an independent travel agent working with Vincent Vacations, says she’s developed a strategic schedule to turn your 15 days of paid time off (PTO) into 55 days of travel....

How You Act on a First Date, Based on Your Zodiac Sign iStock / Hiraman Everyone has a few things they’re looking for in a partner. You might be drawn to dating someone who gets you out of your comfort zone, or maybe you want a significant other who shares your hobbies and interests . Whatever the case, we all have our own criteria for what makes a great romantic match ....

I’m a Nutritionist and Here’s Exactly What I Do to Not Get Sick Shutterstock As we dive headlong into cold, flu, and COVID season , you’re probably wondering how to protect yourself from sickness. You may even be willing to try something a little unconventional if it means staying well. Claire Sorlie , NTP, BFA, a certified nutritionist and the founder of Resilient Health and Wellness , has one such approach....

If You Bought This at T.J. Maxx or Marshalls, “Immediately Stop Using” It, Officials Warn QualityHD / Shutterstock Marshalls and T.J. Maxx shoppers—the latter referring to themselves as “Maxxinistas”—know how to spot a good deal . These retailers are known for unbeatable discounts on quality products and departments selling everything from candles to coffee mugs to clothes. But if you picked up one specific product from these retailers, proceed with caution, as the U....

If You Bought This Meat at Walmart, Do Not Eat It, USDA Warns Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock With summer around the corner, we’re getting ready to venture to the beach, the lake, or maybe just to the park for a picnic and to enjoy the sun. Before heading out, Walmart stores are an easy pitstop where you can pick up supplies and snacks. If you’ve stocked up recently, you’ll want to be aware of the latest warning from the U....

If You Get This in the Mail, Return It to the USPS Immediately, Officials Say iStock If you’ve never received mail that wasn’t actually for you, consider yourself lucky. At one point or another, most of us have dealt with getting mailers meant for previous residents or had a neighbor’s package mistakenly left at our doorstep. We usually end up tossing junk mail regardless of the name on the envelope, but officials are now warning that one piece of wrongfully addressed mail must be returned to the U....

Intermittent Fasting Can Cause This Unpleasant Side Effect, Research Shows Shutterstock Intermittent fasting can be an excellent tool for weight loss, managing blood sugar levels, and improving cardiovascular health . However, a new study published in the journal Cell warns intermittent fasters of one particular disadvantage. “We don’t want to scare people away from practicing intermittent fasting because it is associated with a lot of beneficial effects—it’s just important to be aware that it might have some unintended effects,” says senior author and stem cell biologist Bing Zhang in a press release ....

Is AliExpress Legit? What to Know Before You Shop Sergei Elagin / Shutterstock Read on for everything you need to know about AliExpress, including what it sells, how to use it in the most effective and safest way possible, and whether or not retail pros consider AliExpress a reliable place for shopping online. RELATED: Is Shein Legit and Safe to Shop At? What Is AliExpress? Funstock / Shutterstock AliExpress operates in more than 220 countries, but according to a survey by Statista Consumer Insights between 2022 and 2023, it’s most popular in Spain, where 38 percent of respondents said they shopped at the site in the past year, the Netherlands (28 percent), Brazil (25 percent), Mexico (19 percent), and Italy (14 percent)....

Is Your City on This List? The 10 Most At-Risk Areas for Natural Disasters Shutterstock As climate change worsens, extreme weather events are happening more frequently. Last year was the hottest year on record , and the high temperatures are causing natural disasters to occur more often. “There were 28 weather and climate disasters in 2023, surpassing the previous record of 22 in 2020, tallying a price tag of at least $92....

It’s Snake Season Again—Here’s How to Spot and Avoid Them, Experts Say iStock / mlharing The return of warm weather each year is usually a cause for celebration, as nature starts to get back into full swing. But along with the return of budding flowers in your garden and outdoor activities like hiking, animals like snakes also become more active as the new season begins. Fortunately, most species of the slithering reptile are harmless, and even those with a venomous bite will usually only lash out in defense....

Jada Pinkett Smith Says Chris Rock Asked Her Out While She and Will Were Still Together Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock On March 27, 2022, the Oscars broadcast took a shocking turn when Will Smith took to the stage to slap presenter Chris Rock after the comedian made a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith . Now, the public is hearing about a new piece of the backstory of that incident....

Jellyfish Are “Exploding” in Numbers Here This Summer, Local Officials Warn rawf8 / Shutterstock As temperatures continue to rise across the country, many of us are heading to the beach to cool off. And while there’s nothing like relaxing with your toes in the sand, the ocean can also be a bit risky if you’re not careful. One common creature beachgoers fear is jellyfish and rightfully so: There are around 150 million reported cases of jellyfish stings each year worldwide, according to a study published in the Journal of Travel Medicine ....

Jennifer Aniston “Hated” This Co-Star and Complained About Him on Set <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/10/picture-perfect-main.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Jennifer Aniston in “Picture Perfect” - 1”> 20th Century Fox If you’re listing out Jennifer Aniston’s most memorable projects, the 1997 romantic comedy Picture Perfect probably isn’t anywhere near the top. But, working with the Friends actor on the movie definitely stood out to co-star Jay Mohr , who has since claimed that she wasn’t fond of him and made that clear on set....

Jennifer Aniston Slams “Cancel Culture” in New Interview <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/aniston-main-e1692724623629.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=“Jennifer Aniston at the premiere of “Murder Mystery 2” in March 2023 - 1”> Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock She currently stars on a TV show that has extensively explored the concept, and now Jennifer Aniston has made her personal opinion on cancel culture known. In a new interview with The Wall Street Journal , the actor slammed the social phenomenon, noting that she’s “so over” it....

Jennifer Lopez Cut Dancers for Being This Zodiac Sign, “Glee” Star Claims DFree / Shutterstock Getting to audition for a Jennifer Lopez tour would be a huge opportunity for any professional dancer. Getting cut from the audition because of your zodiac sign? Not exactly what dreams are made of—but it definitely makes for an unforgettable story. According to Glee star Heather Morris , this supposedly happened during a tryout for one of Lopez’s tours....

Jeremy Renner’s Real Condition is Much Worse Than Everyone Knows, Insider Claims Jeremy Renner/Instagram Jeremy Renner is putting a brave face on during his current hospital stay, but sources say the actor has suffered injuries far more severe than anyone realizes. Renner, 52, has been in intensive care since January 1st after an accident at his Lake Tahoe cabin resulted in him being almost “completely crushed” by a seven-ton snow plow....

Julia Roberts Walked Off Oscar-Winning Movie After Botching Accent: “There Was No Magic” Joe Seer / Shutterstock Julia Roberts is known for her iconic smile and her starring roles in some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. She’s also gotten her fair share of awards recognition: Roberts was nominated for Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress twice—and in 2001, she took home the Oscar for her leading role in Erin Brockovich . While she has no shortage of accolades, Roberts missed out on 1998 Best Picture winner Shakespeare in Love , and a role that earned Gwyneth Paltrow an Oscar of her own....

Kohl’s Will Let Shoppers Do This for a Limited Time, Starting Tomorrow Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock If you shop at Kohl’s, you know that its stores are always running sales and promoting ways to earn Kohl’s Cash . The retailer even offers a discount for seniors on Wednesdays, as well as a discount for members of the military every Monday, year-round. But Kohl’s is now planning to offer shoppers something new this fall—if only for a limited time....

Lavender Is the Most Popular Flower in the U.S., Data Shows—Here’s How to Grow It nieriss / Shutterstock You very well might have a bottle of lavender-scented lotion in your bathroom. Or perhaps you burn a lavender candle to help you relax . It’s no secret that this floral fragrance has a proven calming effect—and perhaps that’s why it’s become the most popular flower to grow across the country. A new study by horticulture guide Gardening Chores analyzed the number of Google searches for various flower names , combined with the search terms “how to grow [flower name]” and “buy [flower name]....