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Americans Are Threatening to Boycott This Over the July 4 Weekend JoemanjiArts-ESOS / Shutterstock This Fourth of July , many of us are looking forward to barbecues, family time, and fireworks. Regardless of how you’re planning to celebrate, the Fourth offers the opportunity to get together with loved ones and enjoy (hopefully) sunny summer weather. But this holiday weekend, some Americans are planning a boycott instead of a party—and they’re asking for you to join in, too....

Ames Department Store Says It’s Making a Comeback in 2023—But Some Say It’s a Hoax Andriiii / Shutterstock Seasoned shoppers will remember the name Ames, a department store chain that The Wall Street Journal once called “the folksy centerpiece of strip malls” in small towns across the Northeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. The regional chain had been a mainstay since 1958, when its first store opened in Southbridge, Massachusetts. But in 2002, the department store said its final goodbye after 44 years in business....

Apple Just Launched This Life-Saving New Feature for iPhone Users Shutterstock / Framesira Few devices released in recent history have had as much of an impact on daily life as the iPhone. And even though there have been constant improvements made to it since the first version that introduced it to the public nearly 15 years ago, each year’s new model adds even more functionality. Today, you can book airfare , order lunch, pay for groceries, catch a ride across town , and video conference all from the single smartphone that fits into your pocket....

Are You Fit Enough to Pass This “Old Man Test” That Measures Balance and Coordination? <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/07/2672414028_5174_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=“Are You Fit Enough to Pass This “Old Man Test” That Measures Balance and Coordination? - 1”> iStock Can you pass the “old man test?” This little challenge, invented by CrossFit trainer Chris Hinshaw, seems simple enough, but it’s not as easy as it looks. The test is a good indication of fitness levels, balance , coordination , and strength, and has gone viral on social media, with lots of people attempting the challenge, some successfully, some not so much....

Bob Dylan Fans Are Getting Refunds for His New Book—Here’s Why Michael Kovac/WireImage via Getty Images Fans who purchased the new book from music legend Bob Dylan found themselves disappointed—and eligible for a refund. On Nov. 1, the singer-songwriter’s latest book, The Philosophy of Modern Song , was released. As reported by the Associated Press, some fans purchased special copies of the book that cost them $600, but due to what the publisher says was a mistake, anyone who bought one of these editions will now be issued a refund....

Clothing Retailers, Including Marshalls, Are Closing Stores, Starting Friday iStock Retailers are constantly adapting to evolving shopping habits to keep customers coming to their stores. In many cases over the last several years, that has meant shuttering brick-and-mortar locations and pulling out of the malls that once served as the center of the American shopping experience . Now, several clothing chains, including Marshalls and H&M, are losing certain locations. Read on to find out more about these upcoming closures, which start this week....

Comet Likely Last Seen by Neanderthals Set to Dazzle Night Sky Tonight Shutterstock Sky-gazers will see something tonight that hasn’t been seen for 80,000 years—Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLA, making its closest approach to Earth on Saturday night. “It’s not going to zing across the sky like a meteor. It will just appear to hang there, and it will slowly change position from night to night,” Bill Cooke , lead of NASA’s Meteoroid Environment Office at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, tells CNN ....

Common Antidepressants Could Help Your Body Fight Cancer, Groundbreaking New Study Finds iStock The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that one in eight U.S. adults takes an antidepressant, though this is based on data through 2018. As The New York Times reports, other sources estimate that antidepressant use jumped nearly 19 percent during the COVID pandemic of 2020. Either way, this represents millions of Americans, so much so that the SSRIs Zoloft and Lexapro represent the 12th and 15th most commonly prescribed medications in the country....

Costco’s Latest Product Reveal Has Harry Potter Fans Going Nuts Warner Bros. Pictures Spooky season is upon us, which makes it the perfect time for Costco to delight fans of the wizarding world with a new Harry Potter-themed item that is sure to sell out immediately. The warehouse chain is selling the special item for just $14.49, an absolute bargain when you consider what’s included for that price. Read on to find out more about this exclusive Costco Harry Potter item, and hot-foot it to your nearest location before they disappear like magic....

Delta Will Let Passengers Do This “Both in the Air and on the Ground,” Starting Today Angel DiBilio / Shutterstock Flying to a new destination is a mixture of stressful and exciting: You’ve got to consider what to pack, how early to get to the airport, and the fastest way to get through the dreaded security line . Depending on which airline you’re flying, there are additional sets of rules—but also certain amenities....

Demi Lovato Says “Gross” Relationships With Older Men Were About “Daddy Issues” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/09/demi-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=“Demi Lovato at the premiere of “Scream VI” in 2023 - 1”> lev radin / Shutterstock While expressing excitement about her current “healthy” relationship, Demi Lovato looked back on her past relationships, including some with older men, which she described as “gross.” Lovato appeared on The Howard Stern Show on Monday, Sept. 11 where they opened up about their love life—past and present—and shared that “daddy issues” are what led them to date older men....

Discount Chains, Including Dollar Tree, Are Closing Locations, Starting Friday Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock Chances are, you know where your closest dollar store or discount retailer is located. These shops are a no-brainer if you need party favors that you won’t feel guilty tossing, festive holiday decorations, or even affordable groceries. But sometimes these stores do shut down, leaving loyal customers high and dry, and one of the biggest names—Dollar Tree—is among the chains that just announced closures....

Discover What Your Zodiac Sign Reveals About Your Health, According to an Astrologer Shutterstock It’s no secret that astrology can reveal a lot about who you are. From personality traits to relationship compatibility and strengths and weaknesses, every zodiac sign gives a remarkable in-depth perspective into various aspects of your life, including health. “Different parts of the body are said to be ruled by different signs and also by the planets that rule those signs,” Gaye Nelson , a professional astrologer, tells us....

Disney Park Tickets Are Spiking by as Much as $150 Shutterstock RELATED: People Are Turning Away From Disney Parks: “Absolutely Dead” on Former Peak Days . Konstantin Yolshin / Shutterstock Travelers looking to visit the happiest places on Earth will now have to pay more than ever. A spokesperson for Disney confirmed to Fox Business that the company is raising prices at both of its U.S. theme parks: Walt Disney World and Disneyland....

Disneyland vs. Disney World: Which Is Right for Your Trip? Songsak C/Shutterstock It’s the happiest place on earth! Or the most magical place on earth? Those are the taglines for Disneyland vs. Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, respectively. A combined 76 million visitors visit the central Florida and sunny Southern California theme parks annually to see Mickey, Minnie, and a legion of princesses, castles, and fantastical rides. While it’s definitely common to mix up Disney World and Disneyland, the truth is that these theme parks are as different as can be in almost every way....

Doctor Issues Warning About Rising Legionnaires’ Disease Cases: “Be Vigilant” Shutterstock Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, is currently devastating the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan. It’s believed that cooling towers in the neighborhood became infected with the bacteria, releasing it via water droplets from air conditioners, reports USA Today . So far, this Legionnaires’ disease outbreak has infected 67 people, 24 of whom have been hospitalized, and three of whom have died....

Doctors Discover Alarming Link Between Heart Health and Cognitive Decline: “Should be a Warning” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2671686884_4341_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=“Doctors Discover Alarming Link Between Heart Health and Cognitive Decline: “Should be a Warning” - 1”> iStock Heart failure—a condition in which the heart is not pumping as well as it should be, according to the American Heart Association (AHA)—currently affects approximately 6.7 million Americans, and that number is expected to rise to 8....

Doctors Discover How a 92-Year-Old Sprinting Champion Functions Like a 20-Year-Old iStock While everyone hopes to celebrate as many birthdays as possible, there’s a significant difference between a long lifespan and what some experts call healthspan . The latter term refers to a sustained high quality of life into old age , including traits like mobility and mental clarity that are more common among younger people. But things are slightly different for Emma Maria Mazzenga , who continues to rack up world records for sprinting despite nearing her 100th birthday....

Doctors Sound Alarm on Weight-Loss Drugs and Death Risk Shutterstock One of the most popular new drug classes in America—GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic , Wegovy, and Zepbound—has helped a reported 12 percent of Americans lose weight or manage their type 2 diabetes. However, the benefits of these game-changing medications don’t stop there. Besides aiding in fat loss and stabilizing blood sugar, they can also improve heart, kidney, liver, and brain health, enhance sleep, and reduce inflammation and chronic joint pain....

Doing This With Your Phone Can Save Your Relationship, New Study Says Prostock-studio / Shutterstock There’s lots of mixed advice when it comes to how your phone should be involved in your relationship. Some experts say it’s best for you and your partner to have time to connect sans technology, while others claim cell phones are a valuable tool for boosting communication and staying in touch throughout the day. If you’re in a relationship, you’ve likely developed your own methods of using your phone to connect with your partner, whether that’s a lunchtime phone call or a text before leaving the office....