USPS Prices Rising Dramatically on Sunday—Here’s How Much You’ll Pay Eric Glenn / Shutterstock No entity is safe from inflation, including postage stamps . In 2019, you could walk into the post office and purchase a First-Class Forever stamp for just 50 cents. Now, it’s going to cost you about a quarter more. Over the last five years, individual stamps have increased by nearly eight percent. In 2022, the cost of a Forever stamp reached 60 cents and has since undergone three additional price hikes from the U....

USPS Temporarily Suspending Services in These Places, Effective Now Shutterstock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) takes safety seriously, and the winter season is filled with potential hazards. Freezing temperatures, icy roads, and snow storms can make it much dangerous for carriers to deliver mail and customers to retrieve it. But these are not the only safety concerns you need to be worried about: Unrelated safety issues have prompted new temporary closures from the Postal Service in two different states....

USPS Warns About “Surge in Counterfeit Postage”—How to Protect Your Mail iStock When it comes to our mail, we expect the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to at the very least get it from one place to the next. But the process is not always so simple. Many different problems can arise along the way that could impede the Postal Service’s operations: Everything from staffing shortages to hazardous weather can delay the agency from making its deliveries....

Viral Costco Storage Containers Are Flying Off Shelves iStock RELATED: Costco Sells Super Cheap Lululemon Dupes—Are They Just as Good? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Costco Buys (@costcobuys) Popular Costco-based Instagram account @costcobuys posted on Nov. 10 about new storage containers being sold by the retailer, and the post has already garnered close to 10,000 likes. This 10-piece meal prep container set from the brand Ello recently rolled out to Costco stores across the U....

Walmart’s CEO Just Threatened More Store Closures and Higher Prices Shutterstock / QualityHD If you’re like millions of shoppers, there’s a good chance you make your way to Walmart to pick up everything from quick groceries to larger ticket items like electronics. Many rely on the store for its convenience and reliably low prices, making it the go-to for essentials even before inflation became a growing issue. However, the retailer still faces plenty of its own problems that it must address to stay profitable—which can involve shuttering some locations ....

What Your Birthstone Says About Your Career Chances Shutterstock With their dazzling beauty and mystical energy, birthstones have captivated people for centuries. Beyond their alluring charm, many believe the shiny gems hold the answers to various aspects of life, including career success. According to astrologers, each birthstone can reveal characteristics and personality traits about someone, so if you’ve been waiting for that big break at work or wondering what career path to take, your birthstone might hold the answers....

What’s Really Behind China’s Surge in Respiratory Illnesses, Doctors Say iStock In 2020, our lives changed in a way none of us saw coming. As COVID spread across the globe, we faced unprecedented sickness, along with lockdowns and mass closures. Since then we’ve been on high alert, which is why news of a surge of respiratory illnesses in China—where COVID was first detected—has many people concerned about the potential for another deadly pandemic....

Wildfire Smoke Has Blanketed the U.S.—Here’s When the Air Will Finally Clear iStock If you step outside right now, there’s a chance that you may see smoky skies. Wildfires in Canada have fanned out fumes across the U.S., with smoke spreading over most of the eastern side of the country. This has prompted concern for millions of people from South Carolina to New Hampshire who are now under unhealthy air alerts, and health officials are warning them to avoid spending too much time outside....

Woman Who Lost 20 Pounds in 3 Months Shares The “Only Thing” That Helped Weight “Melt Off” Her Body <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669631945_2102_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=“Woman Who Lost 20 Pounds in 3 Months Shares The “Only Thing” That Helped Weight “Melt Off” Her Body - 1”> Shutterstock Workout challenges and diet trends come and go, but one that seems to continuously yield results is a calorie deficit. This occurs when you burn more calories than you consume, and it recently worked for a TikToker named Shelby, who lost 20 pounds in three months....

You’re Eating Pasta and Burgers Wrong, Etiquette Expert Says Shutterstock When you sit down for a shared meal with others, your table manners can leave a lasting impression. Make a mess of your meal or eat your food the wrong way and it may not be a very good one. In particular, British etiquette coach William Hanson shared in a series of recent TikTok videos that there are a handful of common mistakes people make while eating their favorite foods—and they could be getting you attention for all the wrong reasons....

Your Celebrity Love Match Based on Your Zodiac Sign lev radin / Shutterstock You may have a favorite celebrity, but have you ever wondered if you’d be compatible with this A-lister in real life? While most of us will never get the chance to meet these stars in person, it’s still fun to imagine a song-writing session with Taylor Swift or attending a movie premiere with Ryan Reynolds . When it comes to dating and romantic compatibility, your zodiac sign can show you a lot....

Your iPhone Could Call 911 by Mistake Thanks to a New Feature, Users Report Shutterstock / Farknot Architect By now, even relatively old iPhones can do impressive things. But the release of a new model each year typically tacks on a few new features and capabilities that make them that much more helpful. Many of the latest add-ons make our lives easier, such as turning your device into a way to pay for groceries and other items with a simple tap at the cash register....

“DWTS” Pro Kept This “Embarrassing” Health Diagnosis From Producers <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/07/whitney-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=“Witney Carson at the “Dancing with the Stars” 2019 top 6 finalist event - 1”> VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images Becoming a first-time pro dancer on Dancing With the Stars and performing each week in front of millions of viewers sounds nerve-racking enough, but for one pro, it was hardly the toughest thing she was going through at the time....

“Extended Winter” May Keep Things Cold in These Regions, Meteorologists Predict iStock You don’t need to rely on Punxsutawney Phil’s shadow to tell you how much longer you’ll be bundled up this winter. Weather superstitions aside, meteorologists have actual data-based predictions to consider. In fact, AccuWeather just released its 2024 spring forecast for the U.S., and the amount of winter weeks left may depend on where you live. Read on to find out what parts of the country are expected to have an extended winter, and where you can look forward to an early spring....

“Jeopardy!” Fans Outraged by “Bad Call” and Confusing Final Question <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669391955_681_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=““Jeopardy!” Fans Outraged by “Bad Call” and Confusing Final Question - 1”> Copyright Jeopardy/YouTube Jeopardy! fans are a passionate bunch, and take the competition seriously—so it’s no wonder they were not happy about a recent episode. The October 7 installment of Jeopardy! caused a bit of an audience ruckus, with viewers confused and annoyed by Ken Jennings’ call, and the Final Jeopardy question....

“Jeopardy!” Is Returning Next Month, But Get Ready for Major Changes ABC With the ongoing Writers Guild of American (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strikes stalling production in Hollywood, we’ve all been left wondering about the fate of our favorite shows —and Jeopardy! is no exception. The long-running game show employs WGA writers to draft questions, so while they’re on the picket line, no new clues are being produced....

“Jeopardy!” Makes Major Tournament of Champions Announcements After Backlash ABC Jeopardy! fans can agree that the franchise’s TV schedule isn’t the easiest to follow. During a regular season, the quiz show airs every weeknight. However, sometimes these episodes coincide with one of Jeopardy’s many spin-off tournaments, like Celebrity Jeopardy! , Tournament of Champions (ToC), or the Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament (JIT), which just crowned its very first winner . For many super fans, the plethora of Jeopardy!...

“Jeopardy!” Producers Asked Mayim Bialik to “Chill” Amid Fan Backlash <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/09/mayim-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=“Mayim Bialik hosting “Jeopardy!” - 1”> Jeopardy! / YouTube Ever since she began hosting Jeopardy! regularly in Aug. 2021, Mayim Bialik has divided fans of the show. Of course, any new host was going to be an adjustment after Alex Trebek hosted the game show for 36 years, but some viewers were particularly bothered by Bialik’s hosting style—especially compared to that of her co-host, Ken Jennings ....

10 Best Grocery Stores in America, According to Shoppers iStock Where you grab your groceries tends to be a mix of convenience, selection, and the right pricing in the face of inflation . But there’s something undeniably special about knowing you have access to a place that meets all your daily necessities. Whether it’s the high-quality produce, delicious prepared foods, or friendly service, many shoppers become die-hard fans of their favorite retailers for a reason....

10 Best Prebiotic Foods for Weight Loss, According to Dietitians Shutterstock “The relationship between gut microbiota and obesity has recently been an important subject for research as the gut microbiota is thought to affect body homeostasis, including body weight and composition,” explains a 2024 study published in the journal Nature . The researchers behind that study note that the gut microbiota influences “fat storage, insulin resistance, and weight gain” by controlling “energy balance, hunger, and satiety via gut peptide signaling, through hormonal effects in the blood, or by directly regulating the nervous system....