USPS Is “Holding Mail Hostage,” Customers Say in New Complaints iStock READ THIS NEXT: USPS Is Making Even More Changes to Your Mail . Shutterstock The Postal Service just released new delivery performance metrics on Jan. 26. According to the report, the results show “delivery performance improvements,” particularly for First-Class Mail and Periodicals. From Jan. 1 through Jan. 20, the agency said 91.7 percent of First-Class Mail and 85.3 percent of Periodicals were “delivered on time against the USPS service standard,” which was an increase of ....

USPS Is Suspending Services in These Places, Effective Now iStock Many of us have come to expect a certain level of service from the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). But with millions of households to deliver to and tens of thousands of post offices to run across the country, the agency isn’t always able to uphold its regular standards for every state all the time. From hazardous weather to building issues, unexpected disruptions may pop up and force the Postal Service to pause operations in certain areas....

USPS Is Warning Customers About New Mail Delays Shutterstock With millions of gifts being shipped across the country, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is currently in the middle of its busiest season of the year. Thankfully, it’s been preparing for this: Since Jan. 2022, the USPS has been implementing new strategies and improvements to help manage the increased holiday demand. That having been said, the Postal Service can’t prepare for everything....

USPS Just Announced This Major Delivery Change, Starting Aug. 1 iStock If it seems like the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is constantly announcing changes , that’s at least in part because the agency has been undergoing an overhaul as part of a 10-year reform plan. The Postal Service has experienced lingering financial difficulties as well as a staffing shortage, which were intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading President Joe Biden to sign the Postal Service Reform Act on April 6....

Vanna White Missing “Wheel of Fortune” for First Time in 30 Years—Here’s Why Gerardo Mora / Getty Images Pat Sajak may be on his way out, but it’s hard to imagine Wheel of Fortune without Vanna White turning the letters. The 66-year-old former model has been a mainstay on the series since 1982, and you’d have to go far back in the archives to find any episodes from the last four decades without her....

Walmart and Dollar General Shoppers Warned About Major Candy and Snack Recall Shutterstock Walmart has been at the center of a number of recent recalls: The retailer’s Great Value cashews were pulled over undeclared allergens in March, and its Mainstay Electric Mini Choppers were recalled last month due to a laceration hazard. More recently, Walmart ground beef was recalled over potential E. coli contamination. Now, a major candy and snack recall also involves Walmart, but shoppers at Dollar General, Target, and Hy-Vee should take note as well....

Walmart Customers, Take Caution: Worms Found in Reese’s and a Major Candy Recall Shutterstock / ZikG There’s a reason Walmart is a go-to spot for so many shoppers: Not only are the prices consistently low, but you can get pretty much everything you need at one store. And if you get a lot of trick-or-treaters, you might be adding Halloween candy to your Walmart shopping list this month. But now, the retail giant is facing a report of worms in Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups sold at its stores, as well as a massive candy recall....

Walmart Is Under Fire for Doing This to Shoppers—Look for These 3 Words Shutterstock Millions of shoppers rely on Walmart’s guaranteed low prices—especially right now as the nation continues to battle high inflation—and have made trips to the mega-retailer a weekly event. But if you’re a regular Walmart shopper who is drawn in by the great deals, you’ll want to pay extra attention to your receipt the next time you’re there....

What Does a Credit Card Skimmer Look Like? 7 Ways to Spot One iStock Don’t panic, but criminals would love to get their hands on your credit or debit card . That’s not exactly breaking news: Your cards are an easy way to spend your money and drain your accounts. To avoid putting our finances at risk, we’re quick to cancel our cards when we notice them missing, but scammers have gotten savvier over the years, figuring out how to access your data without ever actually pocketing your card....

What Happens to Your Body If You Go for a Walk in Bad Air Quality Ahmet Misirligul / Shutterstock Many of us rely on a daily walk to keep our minds and bodies in shape. But with wildfire smoke from Canada blanketing much of the northern United States, is it still safe to get our steps in outdoors? While the pervasive smell of smoke may make your walk less pleasant than usual, being cooped up isn’t so fun, either—as we know all too well after living through the COVID-19 pandemic....

What Really Happens If You Stop Taking Ozempic, Doctors Say Natalia Varlei / Shutterstock Just as Taylor Swift is the person of the year and “rizz” is the word of the year, you could make a pretty strong argument that Ozempic is the drug of the year. Approved as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes , the medication’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent months thanks to its off-label use as a weight loss drug....

What Really Happens to Your Eyes If You Look Directly at a Solar Eclipse Shutterstock On April 8, 2024, a rare celestial event is poised to take place: a total solar eclipse. This occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, casting the moon’s shadow onto the Earth and blocking the sun’s light. If you’re located within the path of totality–the area in which the total solar eclipse is visible—this can be quite the spectacle....

What the Day of the Week You Were Born Says About Your Personality, According to Astrologers megaflopp/Shutterstock Lots of factors can determine your personality. Of course, genetics and how you were raised, but also things like your zodiac sign and even the day and time you were born can influence who you are as a person . Rebecca Schmidt , an astrologer at Trust the Effing Process , says that because each day of the week has a ruling planet, the day of you were born can be as important as your sun sign....

Where Is Tim Gunn From “Project Runway” Now? <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669882825_3865_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=“Where Is Tim Gunn From “Project Runway” Now? - 1”> Shutterstock If you’re a style guru, reality competition fan, or both, there’s a decent chance you have a soft spot for Tim Gunn . The fashion expert shot to stardom in 2004 with the premiere of Project Runway, providing deep expertise alongside co-host Heidi Klum . Fans grew to adore Gunn thanks to his sincere yet kind guidance to contestants on the show, always seeming to find a way to convey his opinions without being overly harsh or judgemental as a mentor....

Why Chris Tucker Walked Away From Hollywood After “Rush Hour” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/04/chris-main-e1681316868714.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=“Chris Tucker at the premiere of “Air” in March 2023 - 1”> Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock He’s a recognizable star who starred in a huge franchise and was once the highest-paid actor in Hollywood. But, the list of movies on Chris Tucker’s resume is surprisingly short and especially sparse after the success of Rush Hour and its sequels....

Why Climbing Mount Everest Became a Joke iStock The famous peak of Mount Everest sits at 29,029 feet above sea level, and climbers train for months or even years before attempting their trek. It’s all for the bragging rights that they reached the top of the tallest mountain in the world. But, lately, those bragging rights have been called into question. A recent post on Reddit went viral with a video showing a very long, packed line of climbers waiting to reach the mountain’s peak ....

Why You Should Never Stop Your Dog From Licking You iStock But according to Instagram user and dog owner Amy James Aguiñaga , that might not be the best approach. Read on to learn why she says you should never stop your dog from licking you, as well as what experts have to say about the subject. RELATED: 5 Dog Breeds Most Pet Owners Can’t Handle, Vet Warns . View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ollie, Hazel, & Stella (@olliemeetworld)...

Woman Lost Over 50 Pounds With These 20 High-Protein Foods From Costco iStock Down the Jersey Shore where I live, there is one influencer everyone follows for restaurant recommendations— Meg Longo , better known by her Instagram handle @megthings_ . She travels all over the state, visiting the newest spots and highlighting the standouts on their menus, from ice cream sundaes to juicy steaks to pasta. But behind the scenes, Longo has also been on a six-month weight-loss journey to make sure she’s the healthiest version of herself....

Yellowstone National Park Will Finally Let Visitors Do This, Starting Now Shutterstock / Dgrilla Travelers flock from across the U.S. around the world to take in the splendor of Yellowstone National Park . In 2021, the iconic site drew roughly 4.8 million visitors , setting an all-time annual record, according to the National Park Service (NPS). But while the park’s 2.2 million acres provide plenty of accessibility to the great outdoors, there’s also a fair bit of upkeep required to keep it that way....

Your Blood Pressure Reading Could Predict Your Risk of Cognitive Decline, New Study Finds Shutterstock A quick internet search will tell you that getting daily, moderate exercise is one of the best ways to prevent cognitive decline. (Incorporating more camembert cheese into your diet can help, too, but that’s a story for another time!) However, new research suggests that your blood pressure reading can also say a lot about your cognitive state—specifically, for those living with high blood pressure....