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NASA Says You Can See One of 2024’s “Most Beautiful” Meteor Showers This Sunday <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669439859_6484_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=“NASA Says You Can See One of 2024’s “Most Beautiful” Meteor Showers This Sunday - 1”> iStock The year may be winding down, but Mother Nature isn’t slowing down one bit. Just last week, stargazers were treated to yet another Northern Lights display , where even New York City residents saw the vibrant spectacle....

Never Use PayPal for These 5 Purchases, Financial Experts Say Shutterstock / mrmohock Anyone who’s done enough shopping online has come across PayPal as a payment option for their purchases. The widely available service can work as an alternative to credit cards when it comes time to check out—which can be especially handy when you don’t want to hand over your sensitive information . But even though it can make e-commerce that much more convenient, there are still some situations where it might not be the best option....

New Study Identifies the Surprising Foods Making Your Dog Overweight Romvy / Shutterstock Many of us firmly believe dogs deserve all the treats in the world—puppy eyes exist for a reason, right? Sometimes this means a spontaneous trip to Starbucks for a pup cup, or we may glance the other way while accidentally dropping a few deli meat scraps on the floor. But a new study from Pet Range is warning dog owners that some seemingly healthy human treats are actually contributing to serious weight gain in canines....

Oliver Stone Said Working With Richard Dreyfuss Was “The Single Worst Experience” of His Career Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock; Jaguar PS / Shutterstock Through the course of their careers, Oliver Stone and Richard Dreyfuss have both come to be considered outspoken and controversial figures, so perhaps it’s no surprise that they clashed when they worked together. Dreyfuss played former vice president Dick Cheney in Stone’s 2008 George W. Bush biopic W....

Personal Trainer Shares His Top 3 Ways to Stay Fit Over the Holidays Shutterstock The holidays bring us together, most often around the dinner table. And while enjoying the creature comforts of the season is one of the great joys in life, it’s all too easy to overindulge during this festive time of year. In fact, a recent survey conducted by Innerbody found that more than 90 percent of people report gaining weight over the holidays, despite 80 percent saying that staying active during this time of year is a priority....

Popular Hot Dog Topping Can Do Wonders for Your Gut Health, Scientists Say Shutterstock We probably don’t have to school you on how bad hot dogs are. Like any processed meat , they’re full of harmful ingredients and are also very high in saturated fat and sodium. However, you may not have realized that one of the toppings you’re adding to your frankfurter could be doing wonders for your health. In a new study, food scientists uncovered the anti-inflammatory benefits of sauerkraut which can help protect your gut....

Scientists Say These 4 Key Factors May Predict Alzheimer’s Disease Shutterstock Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease , the most common form of dementia and fifth-leading cause of death for those 65 and older in 2021. While there is no cure for the disease, new research published in PLOS One shows there are four overwhelmingly common factors that signal a high risk of cognitive decline, information that could be used to help predict Alzheimer’s....

See ’90s Icon Alanis Morissette Now at 47 Al Seib/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images With some 33 million copies sold worldwide, you oughta know many of the songs on Alanis Morissette’s monumental 1995 album Jagged Little Pill , released when the singer-songwriter was just 21. The former Canadian television star’s righteous anger, introspective lyrics, and massive commercial success helped kick off a mid-’90s renaissance for women rockers. But though Morisette’s music defined a certain sort of ‘90s sound, her career didn’t end there....

See “Save the Last Dance” Star Sean Patrick Thomas Now at 51 Paramount/Getty Images It didn’t take long for actor Sean Patrick Thomas to make a name for himself. After one episode of the soap opera One Life to Live in 1995, he made his movie debut in Courage Under Fire with Denzel Washington and Meg Ryan . Fans who were young in the 1990s and 2000s will remember him best from the run of hit teen movies he appeared in, including the 1998 graduation night comedy Can’t Hardly Wait and the 1999 Les Liaisons dangereuses adaptation Cruel Intentions ....

Sleeping Too Much Increases Risk of Death by 34%—How Many Hours You Should Get Shutterstock It’s no secret that not catching enough zzz’s can wreak havoc on your health. The National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute warns that sleep deficiency can lead to heart disease, elevated blood pressure, diabetes , obesity, kidney issues, and even depression. However, clocking too much sleep can also be bad for you. New research says hitting the snooze button one too many times can actually increase your risk of death....

Solid as Barack Evan El-Amin/Shutterstock This story was originally published in the February 2009 issue of Best Life. At first glance, George W. Bush and Barack Obama have little in common. But the truth is, our 43rd and 44th presidents are two of the fittest commanders in chief we have ever had, powerful evidence that daily exercise shapes the successful man. President Bush lifts weights, runs marathons, and has a resting heart rate of 43 (lower than many elite athletes)....

Tahini Sold Nationwide Is Being Recalled Over Possible Salmonella, FDA Says Shutterstock It might be time to do a sweep of some of your cooking essentials. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently warned about a major snack and candy recall affecting Walmart and Dollar General shoppers. Before that, the agency also alerted consumers about popular seasonings that were causing serious allergic reaction risks . Now, the FDA is calling out a new recall over tahini sold nationwide....

Target Is Closing Multiple Locations, Starting May 13 Lynn Watson / Shutterstock Target is a smaller operation than Walmart (and a bit pricier), but the retailer’s fanbase remains dedicated to filling their shopping carts with seasonal favorites while sipping a Starbucks beverage. Even in the digital age, Target is just one of those places that people actually prefer to shop at in-person. Target devotees say that roaming the aisles of the superstore is simply therapeutic....

Taylor Swift Fans Have Camped for Months Outside Arena, Enraging Neighbors Tinseltown/Shutterstock Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is already one of the most lucrative concert tours of all time, and it’s not over yet. After taking some time off, the “Anti-Hero” singer will return to touring on Nov. 9 in Buenos Aires, Argentina—and her biggest fans are certainly ready for her. As reported by Pitchfork, a group consisting of hundreds of Swifties have been camping outside of River Plate Stadium for months in the hopes of being as close to the stage as possible when Swift performs her three shows in the city....

The 10 Best Games for Couples to Strengthen Your Bond Shutterstock No matter how well you think you know your partner, there are likely moments when they still manage to surprise you—whether it’s finding out that they actually don’t love the onions you throw on every meal or that they’ve never seen a single episode of The Office . And it turns out, there are hundreds of games for couples created with the intention of teaching partners more about each other in exciting ways....

The 10 Best Small U.S. Towns You Need to Visit If You’re Over 60 Terry Kelly/Shutterstock Small towns make great travel destinations for everyone thanks to their charming main streets , historic districts, and plenty of local eats. But they are particularly appeasing for travelers over 60 who want to a comfortable and relaxing vibe while staying in one place and without having to spend a lot of time in the car....

The 12 Best U.S. Cities to Visit for Wine Lovers xavierarnau / iStock The roots of the American wine industry can be traced to the Gold Rush in the 1850s when miners descended on Northern California, according to the UC Davis Library . But it wasn’t until 1976 that the booming U.S. wine market we know today began to take hold. Fast forward nearly 40 years, and you can find vineyards in all 50 states ....

The 12 Best Weekend Trips in the U.S. You Need to Take This Year Shutterstock Sometimes you just need to get away but don’t have the time or of the funds for a a lengthy road trip or an international vacation. Luckily, staying nearby and taking a shorter trip to a weekend-friendly destination within the U.S. can be just as fun—and maybe even a little less stressful. There are plenty of smaller towns and cities located near big cities throughout the country that are bursting with fun-filled activities and sights....

The 15 Best Plus-Size Clothing Brands, Stylists Say Mix Tape / Shutterstock Whether you’re curvy , tall, petite, or thin, you likely have your favorite clothing brands that work best for your figure. However, when it comes to clothes for plus-size women, many retailers have long neglected their customers. “Not only has selection been limited, the product that is available often fails on fundamentals like silhouette, proportion, and fit,” says Elizabeth Kosich , certified image stylist and founder of Elizabeth Kosich Styling ....

The 15 Best Psychological Thrillers to Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/02/ripley-2.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=“Jude Law in “The Talented Mr. Ripley” - 1”> Paramount Pictures There are moviegoers who live for the gore and jump scares of traditional horror movies, and then there are those who are much more affected by films that mess with their mind and leave them spinning for hours after the credits roll....