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New USPS Service Delivery Changes May Lead to Slower Mail Photo by Joel Moysuh on Unsplash Now that the calendar has flipped to April 2025, the latest USPS service delivery changes are officially underway. The USPS announced in a press release that phase 1 of the “refinements” began April 1, with phase 2 scheduled for July 1, 2025. It is estimated to save the organization $36 billion over the next 10 years, ultimately improving efficiency....

Nordstrom’s Big Move Could Mean These Changes for Shoppers in 2025 iStock Luxury department store chain Nordstrom is going private in a $6.25 billion deal, the company just announced. “Today, the Nordstrom Board of Directors announced that it has approved an agreement under which members of our family, together with El Puerto de Liverpool, will acquire Nordstrom and operate it as a private company,” Nordstrom said in an email to their customers on December 23, 2024....

Only 12% of Retirees Have the Right Amount of Savings—Will You? shapecharge / iStock It’s the thought at the back of everyone’s mind: How much money do I need saved to comfortably retire ? In many ways, that’s a complicated question. What does it mean to “comfortably retire,” for one thing? That could mean moving to a slower-paced town, where rent is significantly more affordable. But others may have dreams of retiring near the water or in the mountains, in which case, the cost of living will likely be higher....

Ozempic Competitor Tirzepatide Has Patients Losing 23% of Their Body Weight Shutterstock Ozempic , one of Novo Nordisk’s brand names for semaglutide injection, is technically only approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Even so, the name has become somewhat synonymous with the weight-loss drug movement overall, naturally spurring some competition. Novo Nordisk itself now manufactures Wegovy, a semaglutide treatment that is approved for weight-loss management, while Eli Lilly makes tirzepatide, which is marketed under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound....

Ozempic Patient Reveals “Excruciating” New Side Effect Natalia Varlei / Shutterstock While touted for its off-label weight loss benefits, diabetes drug Ozempic (one of the brand names for semaglutide injection) has come under fire for what patients say are unpleasant side effects. Several Ozempic users have been diagnosed with a painful stomach condition called stomach paralysis (or gastroparesis) that doctors think may be connected to the drug. And now, another patient has reported “burning pain” as a potential side effect....

Ozempic Patients Are Switching to These Less Expensive Weight-Loss Drugs Henrik Dolle / Shutterstock Ozempic has taken the pharmaceutical world by storm in the last year. The semaglutide injection is approved to treat Type 2 diabetes, but its off-label use as a chronic weight-loss drug has introduced Ozempic to a new wave of patients who are seeking modern alternatives for weight management. However, it comes as no surprise that Hollywood’s favorite miracle drug costs a shiny penny—making the GLP-1 medication financially inaccessible for most Americans....

Paul Simon Reveals Sudden Hearing Loss: “Nobody Has an Explanation for It” John Lamparski/Getty Images Those holding out hope of seeing Paul Simon perform live someday may need to adjust their expectations, according to the singer-songwriter. In a new interview with the Sunday Times , the star revealed that he recently experienced sudden hearing loss that prevents him from playing shows. He also said that doctors haven’t been able to determine the cause of the deterioration of his hearing....

Popular Influencer Says Avoid These New Dollar Tree Snacks: “Tastes Like Pine-Sol” Copyright @emmymade / YouTube While you probably can’t get everything on your grocery list at Dollar Tree, you can certainly pick up some snacks, drinks, and frozen items at a steep discount. But just because these items are more affordable, it doesn’t mean they should go directly into your cart. In a March 2 YouTube video , popular food blogger and influencer Emmeline Mayline “Emmy” Cho (@emmymade) taste-tested a few popular snacks from Dollar Tree, highlighting her favorites and those she would definitely skip....

PYREX and pyrex Are Two Different Things—And One Might Shatter in the Oven Alexey Stiop / Shutterstock If you spend any time in the kitchen , you probably know the Pyrex brand. It’s the logo on that familiar glass pan, measuring cup, or bowl that you’ve been led to believe is indestructible—so why have there been reports that the dishes shatter in the oven? It turns out, that not everything Pyrex is created equal, according to experts....

Richard Curtis Says He Regrets These Offensive “Love Actually” Jokes <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/10/love-actually-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=“Andrew Lincoln in “Love Actually” - 1”> Universal Pictures In the 20 years since its release, the ensemble holiday movie Love Actually has become very divisive, and it’s a given that think pieces and op-eds about the film will pop up online pretty much every December. Most of the criticism has to do with some dated jokes, its treatment of women characters, and the lack of diversity in the many love stories it features....

Richard Simmons Posts Concerning “I Am Dying” Message—But Later Says He’s Fine Rodrigo Vaz / Getty Images Richard Simmons may no longer love the spotlight, but he sure likes to jibber-jabber with his fans online. The globally-beloved fitness guru retired from public life in 2014, but maintains a lively Facebook page , where he shares throwback workout videos, stories from his childhood, and uplifting messages. But now, alarm bells are ringing after Simmons posted that he was “dying,” then later claimed the offhand comment wasn’t meant to be taken literally....

Scientists Reveal the #1 Way to Monitor Heart Health With Your Smartwatch Shutterstock We have more information than ever at our fingertips thanks to smartwatches . But in case you need just a little bit more incentivizing, scientists now say that smartwatches and activity trackers can predict your risk of developing cardiovascular disease. It turns out that knowing your heart rate or daily step count alone isn’t enough. Keep reading to find out why....

See “Roseanne” and “Scrubs” Star Sarah Chalke Now at 45 Jean-Paul Aussenard/WireImage Sarah Chalke first got her start in the entertainment business when she was 12 years old and was cast as a reporter on the Canadian children’s show, KidZone . Then, in 1993, she famously replaced Lecy Goranson as Becky Conner on Roseanne , playing the character from Season 6 until the end of the series’ run. But most people likely remember Chalke best for playing Elliot Reid on Scrubs , the oddball medical comedy , throughout the 2000s....

Self-Checkouts Are Getting Item Limits—Here’s How It Will Affect You Dana Schulz for Best Life RELATED: Walmart Worker Issues Warning to Shoppers About Self-Checkout . Shutterstock For years, self-checkout machines at Target have allowed shoppers to ring up their seasonal candles, buzzy beauty products, and cutesy home decor by themselves. But this fall, several locations in Maine have put an item limit on the lanes, restricting shoppers to 10 products or fewer, according to WCYY ....

She Played Molly in “Showgirls.” See Gina Ravera Now at 56. MGM/UA Distribution Co. Fans of the 1995 NC-17 flop-turned-cult classic Showgirls will remember Gina Ravera for her role as Molly, best friend of Elizabeth Berkley’s Nomi. While Molly is unfortunately relegated to the sidekick role, she helps the protagonist find her footing in Las Vegas and, later, provides means for her redemption when Nomi avenges a horrific crime committed against her....

Spike in Sightings Reported Amid “Really Nasty Snake Year”—How to Avoid Them iStock / JUN DONG For many people, the return of warm weather is something to look forward to each year as we begin to spruce up our yards, reopen the pool , and prepare to spend more time in nature. But along with green foliage and longer days, the spike in temperature also coincides with the return of venomous snake season....

Sunny Hostin Reveals the Side Effect That Made Her Quit Ozempic Ron Adar / Shutterstock Sunny Hostin is speaking out about her experience using prescription weight-loss injections. On The View: Behind The Table podcast, the co-host revealed she jumped on the Ozempic bandwagon after gaining 40 pounds during quarantine. However, like many other Ozempic patients, Hostin’s side effects became intolerable —to the point where she had no choice but to ditch Ozempic and switch medications altogether....

Target Has a Secret Sales Schedule Only Die-Hard Shoppers Know About Shutterstock / Sean Wandzilak READ THIS NEXT: 6 Secrets Home Depot Doesn’t Want You to Know . Brenda Rocha – Blossom / Shutterstock Even casual customers know that big semi-annual sales or significant markdown events like Black Friday can be some of the best times to save money on purchases. Otherwise, your best bet is to wait until the item you’ve got your eye on goes on clearance—so long as you can get your hands on it before anyone else does....

The #1 Trick to Better Sleep Over 50, Science Shows Shutterstock You may assume that your sleep has gotten worse with age because of the increased stress of life. And while this certainly doesn’t help, the Sleep Foundation explains that changes in the brain as you get older alter your circadian rhythms (your body’s internal sleep-wake clock), which can cause disrupted sleep patterns. Hormonal changes can also affect your ability to doze off and stay asleep, especially if your body starts producing less melatonin, which helps regulate circadian rhythms....

The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit for Art Lovers Shutterstock No matter how bustling it may be, a city can feel pretty hollow if it’s short on the creative amenities that give it a soul. For many places, this can mean having a variety of top-tier dining options , or enough establishments that make it easy to have a memorable night out on the town . But it’s often a city’s relationship with art that can set it apart as a truly unique destination....