The Quirkiest Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Shutterstock What does quirkiness mean to you? The term might describe an oddball who’s always doing something strange or an eccentric person who embraces an alternative lifestyle. Perhaps your brilliant colleague who always offers up out-of-the-box ideas, or maybe your child who won’t stop rebelling—there are just some people who are downright quirky. If you’re wondering why some people are more unconventional than others, astrology might give you some answers....

The Relaxation Ritual You Should Have, Based on Your Zodiac Sign DaniloAndjus / iStock Life is hectic, so of course, you’re ready to come home and relax after a long day. But depending on your personality type (and schedule), it can be challenging to find time to unwind. Since each of us copes with stress in different ways, astrology can actually give you some insight into the best ways to recharge....

The Surprising Trick That Will Make Your House Smell Amazing Shutterstock There are few things more pleasant than coming home to a fresh, clean, lovely-smelling home . But you don’t need to load down your environment with heavy-duty chemicals to make it smell appealing. “Gone are the days when just spraying a little air freshener will make a space more appealing. People are tired of smelling the same industrial scents while visiting a house they want to buy,” Greg Forest , senior global real estate advisor for Sotheby’s International Realty, tells Homes & Gardens ....

The Type of Art You Should Buy, Based on Your Zodiac Sign iStock / DjordjeDjurdjevic Whether you’re looking to start a collection or simply want to add some character and color to your walls, buying art is a very personal experience. Will you find more joy in a fun and funky abstract painting or will photography of a tropical oasis put you at ease? Or, perhaps, you’ll enjoy collecting original ceramics....

The World’s Biggest Hiking App Just Launched a New Feature That Rivals Your Weather App Photo by Tori Duhaime With over 80 million users, AllTrails is the world’s largest hiking app. For years, the platform has amassed a loyal following of outdoor enthusiasts who use the technology to find local hiking trails , map out routes, and plan trips to national and state parks. But the company just launched a handful of new features that make AllTrails even more appealing to the masses, including one that will definitely rival your weather app....

The Zodiac Sign Most Likely to Get Rich, According to Astrologers Ground Picture / Shutterstock “Money, money, money… it’s a rich man’s world.” ABBA may have been on to something with those lyrics about wealthy aspirations. Unfortunately, not all of us get there. If you’re curious about how likely you are to hit it big , you may want to consider your horoscope. According to professional astrologers, certain zodiac signs are more likely to get rich than others....

There’s a Hot New Destination for Christmas Decorations—And the Retailer Might Surprise You iStock Changing leaves, brisk morning air, checkered flannel shirts, and pumpkin spice everything are just some of the telltale signs that autumn has officially arrived. Another sign? The grand reopening of your neighborhood Spirit Halloween store. The seasonal retail chain is a one-stop shop for all things spooky season, from Halloween decorations to costume kits and makeup. Typically, the store shutters its doors soon after Oct....

These Beloved Century-Old Stores Are Closing for Good, Starting Sept. 14 Supamotion / Shutterstock When it comes to store closures , larger nationwide chains tend to steal the spotlight. Retailers like Sears, CVS, and Bed Bath & Beyond have all been forced to close stores recently for a variety reasons. But smaller mom-and-pop shops are also on the chopping block, and they’re ultimately that much more vulnerable. In fact, stores that have been around for a century or longer are now being forced to close up shop, even though they’ve clearly stood the test of time....

This 1 Simple Snack Can Boost Your Brain Health Immediately, Researchers Discover Shutterstock “You are what you eat” has truth to it, especially when you consider how certain foods can impact your brain health. Previous studies have touted leafy greens for their cognitive benefits, while kefir has been linked to improved memory and decreased levels of inflammatory cytokines. Now, new research has found that swapping unhealthy snacks for one specific option—pecans—can also keep your brain sharp....

This Is Why We Tip Our Hats Alamy Everyone knows about the hat tip . When you tip your hat to someone, you’re saying you respect them or the work they’re doing . But that’s not all it’s about. These days—even though it has a long history in polite society going back to Medieval times—the “hat tip” has even become a verbal idiom, meant to thank or congratulate. (You’ll often see it at the bottom of articles, too, in the form of “[H/T],” as a way for writers to indicate where they originally sourced information from....

This Popular Grocery Chain Is Closing Stores in December—And More May Be Coming toeytoey2530 / iStock Chances are, there are a few different grocery stores where you live—but, as with many things in life, you probably have a favorite one to shop at. Maybe it has the best produce selection or a nice array of baked goods, or maybe you’ve just forged a special relationship with the employees. With that in mind, saying goodbye to your preferred supermarket can be both inconvenient and upsetting....

This Popular Supermarket Chain Is Closing All of Its Pharmacies IOANNIS STAMOU / Shutterstock A pharmacy within a grocery store offers the best of both worlds: While waiting to get your prescriptions filled , you can fill up your shopping cart, and check two things off of your to-do list at once. But if you rely on this service, you should make sure your go-to location is staying put. One popular supermarket chain just announced that it will be closing all 89 of its in-store pharmacies, which could put a kink in your one-stop shopping experience....

This Zodiac Sign Has the Strongest Sex Drive, According to Astrologers Prostock-Studio/iStock Just because someone likes to get a little wild between the sheets doesn’t mean they’re up for sex all the time. Even for those of us with healthy libidos, the balance of quality versus quantity can be a big dealbreaker in the bedroom. Sure, it’s nice to indulge in role-play or experiment with new toys, but can your partner keep the fun going?...

Tina Turner Wished She’d Managed Health Issues: “Would Have Been Spared Suffering” Getty Images/David Redfern The world was shattered with the news of Tina Turner ‘s passing on May 24. Long hailed as the “Queen of Rock & Roll,” her career gave us hits like “The Best” and “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” and inspired endless artists over the decades. The music legend was 83 at the time of her death, and while her cause of death has not yet been shared, her family said she had been battling a long illness at her home....

Tom Sizemore Hospitalized After Brain Aneurysm—These Are the Early Symptoms Larry Busacca / Getty Images Actor Tom Sizemore , best known for his roles in ’90s blockbusters like Saving Private Ryan , Wyatt Earp , and True Romance , is in critical condition after being found in his Los Angeles home suffering from a brain aneurysm over the weekend. He was transferred to the hospital, and his representatives told Variety that it’s a “ wait-and-see situation ” as to his prognosis....

TSA Will Continue Extra Screening for Passengers After Security Breach mariakray / Shutterstock Airport security isn’t exactly the most thrilling part of travel. However, going through the motions and abiding by the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) rules is necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. The agency constantly issues reminders about what you can and cannot take through checkpoints , but sometimes breaches do occur—and one security incident prompted the agency to flag certain passengers for additional screening....

Tyrese Gibson Says Co-Star James Franco Was “Full-On Hitting Him” in Fight Scenes E. Charbonneau/WireImage for Disney Pictures Both Tyrese Gibson and James Franco were young actors on the rise when they were cast together in the 2006 drama Annapolis . Directed by a pre- Fast and the Furious Justin Lin , the Naval Academy drama wasn’t very well-received by critics or theater audiences. (It currently has a 10 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes ....

USPS Will Let You Do This for the Holidays, Starting Nov. 28 iStock Most of us think about the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) solely in terms of our mailing and delivery needs . But the agency provides much more than that. Looking to purchase a money order? Or need to apply for a passport? Your easiest destination might just be your local post office, where someone can offer you assistance. As it turns out, there are other services the USPS provides that may feel less important but are actually essential....

USPS Will Make “More Aggressive” Changes to Your Mail, Postmaster General Says Shutterstock Have you been experiencing long lines at your local post office or dealing with frustrating delivery delays ? These problems are largely the result of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) sinking under the weight of major financial issues that have been growing over the past few years and were only exacerbated by the COVID pandemic. The crisis is so dire that the agency released a 10-year plan called Delivering for America (DFA) in March 2021 to try to get itself back on track, and in April of this year, President Joe Biden signed the Postal Service Reform Act to provide nearly $50 billion in relief to the USPS over the next decade....

Walgreens Is Closing More Stores—Here’s Where and When Shutterstock Walgreens is setting its “ footprint optimization program ” into motion, including shuttering 500 of its locations in 2025. But by 2028, the company expects this number to grow to 1,200 nationwide . Earlier this year, Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth admitted that the chain’s “ current pharmacy model is not sustainable “—going so far as to say that 25 percent of Walgreens locations aren’t profitable, per the Wall Street Journal ....