IRS Issues Final Reminder for $1B in Unclaimed Refunds—Are You Eligible? Shutterstock Hopefully, we don’t have to remind you that tax day is less than a month away. But the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) just announced that April 15 is also the deadline for another important filing that affects 1.1 million Americans. Read on to find out if you might be entitled to a piece of this $1.1 billion pot....
IRS Issues New Alert With 7 Key Dates for Taxpayers—And the First Is Tomorrow <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/01/calculator-tax-2024.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=““Tax 2024” written out on a calculator among paperwork, glasses, pen, and coins. - 1”> pcess609 / iStock Starting tomorrow, you can officially start filing your 2023 taxes. As you begin to gather any necessary tax documents—income forms, standard deductions, and personal records—you may also want to take note of a few key filing dates that will help you stay on track and avoid paying any late penalties....
JCPenney Unexpectedly Shifts Gears & Announces Store Closures in 8 States Shutterstock We’ve been tracking the 2025 retail apocalypse as beloved department stores and retail chains succumb to financial pressure, announcing their bankruptcies and store closures. JCPenney is one of them. Just last month, there were signs of positivity for the struggling national retailer as it was acquired by Sparc Group (owner of brands like Eddie Bauer and Brooks Brothers) to create a new company called Catalyst Brands....
Jenny Craig’s Famous Weight-Loss Centers May Disappear for Good Shutterstock Since the 1980s, Jenny Craig has been one of the most notable names in the weight-loss space . With prepackaged frozen foods and detailed meal plans, this popular program has been used for decades by people looking to adopt a healthier diet and lose weight . But now it seems that Jenny Craig will be a far less visible presence—at least when it comes to brick-and-mortar locations....
Jinger Duggar Calls Out Family Pastor for “Damaging” and “Cult-Like” Teachings ABC News / YouTube Over the course of 10 seasons and seven years, the world watched the Duggar children grow up on 19 Kids and Counting . The popular reality show followed parents Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar and—as the name suggests—their 19 kids, who were raised under the teachings of Christian evangelist Bill Gothard , founder of the Institute of Basic Life Principles (IBLP)....
John Candy’s “Cool Runnings” Co-Stars Remark on His “Sadness and Anger” Buena Vista Pictures Distribution Three decades have passed since the release of Disney’s Cool Runnings . Released in 1993, the sports comedy is loosely based on the real-life Jamaican bobsled team, who traded their tropical home for the icy challenges of the 1988 Winter Olympics in Canada. While the team was made up of younger actors and even newcomers, at the heart of this heartwarming tale is the late, great comedian John Candy , who played Irving “Irv” Blitzer, a coach with a past as colorful as his methods....
John Mellencamp Says Meg Ryan Breakup Was His Fault: “She Doesn’t Love Me So Much.” DFree/Shutterstock; Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Songwriters Hall Of Fame There’s no need to wonder why Meg Ryan and John Mellencamp split up after almost 10 years of an on-and-off relationship—the musician takes the blame. In a new interview with Esquire , Mellencamp opened up about the When Harry Met Sally star, who he was first linked to in 2010....
Lauren Boebert Hospitalized With Blood Clot Condition—These Are the Symptoms lev radin / Shutterstock Sometimes a celebrity or public official sharing health news is how we learn about a condition we previously weren’t familiar with. That’s likely the case for many people hearing about Republican U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert , who went in for emergency surgery at UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, Colorado, earlier this week. According to a statement her campaign team posted on Facebook , Boebert was admitted due to “severe swelling in her upper left leg....
Major Hurricanes Intensifying, New Data Shows—Is Your Region in Harm’s Way? iStock Hurricanes are some of the most expensive—and devastating— weather events that occur in the U.S. In 2022, they cost the country more than $165 billion, the third-highest year on record after 2005 and 2017, and the preliminary numbers for 2023 are shaping up to be a doozy, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). In August, Tropical Storm Hilary hit Southern California, the first of its kind to wallop the area in 84 years....
Martha Stewart Reveals Her Secret Method for Getting Guests to Leave iStock When it comes to hosting, who better to take advice from than Martha Stewart ? The lifestyle guru, who has penned 100 cookbooks to date, isn’t afraid to tell it how it is. Whether it’s shading a host’s choice of decor (or lack thereof) or sharing her top hosting dos and don’ts (do invite guests into the kitchen, but don’t forget to organize it ahead of time), fans can always count on Stewart’s unfiltered opinion ....
Meteor Shower Will Light Up the Sky With “Bright Fireballs” Next Week—How to See It m-gucci/iStock The night sky is special because it presents a unique opportunity to take in vast amounts of natural beauty from practically anywhere you are. Everything from brightly shining planets to passing comets can put on a show for all of us down here on Earth. But if you want to start 2024 with a memorable sight, you might want to clear your evening calendar over the coming days....
Meteorologists Issue Hurricane Season Warnings for Parts of U.S.: “Rapid Intensification of Storms” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2671644235_9678_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=“Meteorologists Issue Hurricane Season Warnings for Parts of U.S.: “Rapid Intensification of Storms” - 1”> Shutterstock Hurricane season doesn’t officially start until June 1, but meteorologists are already teeing up for “near to above the historical average number of named storms, hurricanes, [and] major hurricanes,” per AccuWeather . The ferocious lineup could bring flooding, power outages, catastrophic damage, and 130 miles-per-hour winds....
Netflix Just Renewed These Hit Series for Thrilling Second Seasons Netflix Netflix fans rejoice—the streaming giant just renewed two major shows. Supacell and The Gentleman will both be returning for season 2 after performing very well in their initial seasons. “The world of The Gentlemen is a little bit of me,” creator and director Guy Ritchie previously told Netflix. “We’re looking forward to bringing fans back into that world, introducing new characters and their stories, and I am excited to be doing it with this extremely talented cast....
Never Put This Kind of Mail in Your Mailbox, Police Say in New Warning Remigiusz Gora / Shutterstock We take for granted that the mail we send out will get to its intended destination safely, even though logically we know that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) occasionally loses things in transit. But what you might not have realized is that mail sometimes goes missing before it’s even had a chance to get picked up by your carrier....
Over 40? Here Are 40 Things No One Tells You About Being Single Shutterstock If you’re single , you’re hardly alone. Single people over 18—of all races and genders—make up 45 percent of the entire American population, according to recent U.S. Census Bureau data. But despite the fact that there are a whopping 110.6 million single folks living in the U.S. today, there are still many misconceptions that surround the idea of flying solo, especially as you reach your 40s ....
Patti LaBelle Admits She “Wanted to Slap” Fellow Guest in Viral Talk Show Moment Jamie Lamor Thompson / Shutterstock During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show , Patti LaBelle looked back on some memorable moments from her career. Of course, this included things like collaborating with Diana Ross and opening for the Rolling Stones in her early days of performing. But LaBelle and host Jennifer Hudson also talked about some funny situations that have gone viral online, like LaBelle’s ad-libbing at the National Christmas Tree Lighting (“next card, honey, next card!...
Paul Rudd Reveals His Secrets for Staying Fit (and Eternal Youth) in New Interview <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/paul-rudd-feature.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=“SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 02: Paul Rudd attends the “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania” Sydney premiere at Hoyts Entertainment Quarter on February 02, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images) - 1”> Brendon Thorne / Stringer / Getty Images Paul Rudd may be better known for looking young than he is for any of the characters he’s played, including his role as Ant-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe—and it’s not hard to see why....
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters Says He’s “Far More Important” Than These Music Stars Steve Taylor/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Fans of two of the most popular artists in music right now may take issue with this one. In a new interview with the Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail , Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters touted that he’s “far more important” than two Canadian pop stars who receive more media coverage than he does....
Popular Muscle-Building Supplement Offers “No Benefits,” Shocking New Study Says <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2671614351_386_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=“Popular Muscle-Building Supplement Offers “No Benefits,” Shocking New Study Says - 1”> Shutterstock Go on TikTok or Instagram and you’ll see ads for creatine gummies or powder supplements all over the place. Creatine monohydrate (CrM) is recommended by fitness trainers and bodybuilders who say the compound, which comes from three amino acids and is found naturally in your muscles and brain, is a crucial necessity for building lean muscle mass if you’re strength training ....
Pyrex and Instant Pot Maker Just Declared Bankruptcy—Could They Disappear for Good? DorotaSe / Shutterstock When it comes to kitchen necessities , glass cookware and storage are non-negotiable. You likely rely on Pyrex, whether for baking or as a plastic alternative for stowing leftovers . And there’s a decent chance those leftovers are from meals you cooked in the beloved Instant Pot pressure cooker. Now, however, the state of both of these brands is in question—they’re manufactured by parent company Instant Brand, which just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy....
