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USPS Is Closing 20+ Post Offices This Month Shutterstock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is ruffling feathers. Just last month, the agency revealed it would be temporarily raising its mail prices ahead of the holidays “to help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season.” To counteract the holiday rush, the USPS is opening nearly a dozen new sorting and delivery centers. However, it’s also shuttering over 20 of its contract postal units....

USPS Is Making New Changes to Your Mail, Starting Tomorrow iStock If you’ve noticed your mail is costing you more money or you’ve found yourself waiting longer for packages lately, you’re not alone. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is in the middle of a major decade-long transformation that started back in 2021. With this initiative, the agency is trying to become a more efficient and financially healthy organization, but in order to do so, it has to make changes for customers....

USPS Is Making These Changes to Your Mail, Starting Next Week Shutterstock RELATED: 6 Major Changes Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Has Made to the USPS . photosince / Shutterstock Louis DeJoy was appointed the 75th Postmaster General of the USPS in 2020. Since then, he’s become a controversial figure for his Delivering for America (DFA) plan, a 10-year initiative that includes consolidating the nation’s postal network, updating mail technology, and, generally, transforming the USPS “from an organization in financial and operational crisis to one that is self-sustaining and high performing....

USPS Is Suspending Services in These Places, Starting Tomorrow iStock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) often seems like it’s operating all day, every day. While post offices across the nation may hold varying hours, the agency only closes all of its facilities for federal holidays. But now, the Postal Service is planning to shut down some of its post offices in certain areas for non-holiday-related reasons. Read on to discover where the USPS is suspending services soon....

Volkswagen, Ford, Kia, and More Recall 400,000+ Vehicles—Is Your Car on the List? Shutterstock Even beyond finding a vehicle that is reliable and can go the distance , what drivers want above all is a safe car. Fortunately, modern technology has come a long way in helping ensure passengers are more protected when they’re riding around, from airbags to sophisticated crash alert systems. But like any other products on the market, automobiles can sometimes have manufacturing defects....

Walgreens and CVS Are Closing Locations, Starting Jan. 31 Mark Roger Bailey / Shutterstock In the U.S. alone, over 130 million people take prescription drugs , per the Georgetown University Health Policy Institute —and for many, their lives depend on them. With this in mind, Americans also require convenient locations to pick prescriptions up. That’s why we turn to big-name chains like Walgreens and CVS, as these reliable retailers have a nationwide presence....

Walking Pneumonia Cases Are Surging Across the U.S.—Here Are the 8 Symptoms to Know iStock An estimated two million people get walking pneumonia every year, but that number could be tenfold this season, according to a health alert issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). With the holidays coming up, many of us are worried about another potential COVID and/or Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) outbreak. However, new data from the CDC reveals that mycoplasma pneumonia is just as big a threat, with infections steadily increasing over the last six months....

Walmart “Heading in the Wrong Direction” With New Packaging, Shoppers Say Shutterstock As the largest U.S. retailer, Walmart is constantly switching things up, whether that’s introducing exciting new products for customers, or trying to keep up with ever-evolving technology. Most of the changes Walmart introduces are met with positive feedback from its loyal shoppers, but some miss the mark. Now, the retailer is reportedly opting for new product packaging that some customers say means the company is “heading in the wrong direction....

Walmart Is Closing Even More Locations on March 24 Shutterstock / Ken Wolter Your local Walmart can be an essential shopping resource no matter where you live. The iconic store has maintained a solid customer base over time thanks to its relatively low prices, a wide selection of products , and innovative additions that can improve the customer experience. But even the nation’s largest retailer isn’t immune to economic realities and maintaining its bottom line, which occasionally can mean cutting back on the number of stores it operates....

What Happens If You Take Too Much Melatonin, According to Doctors Shutterstock When you’re struggling with chronically poor sleep , taking a melatonin supplement can, in some cases, offer much-needed relief. However, if you’ve ever wondered what happens if you take too much melatonin, experts say that it can backfire, causing a range of side effects and even interrupting your natural circadian rhythm, resulting in worse sleep in the long-term....

What Happens to Your Body When You Skip Meals, According to Experts getideaka / Shutterstock Many of us grew up being told that in order to be healthy, we need three square meals a day—breakfast, lunch, and dinner (or breakfast, dinner, and supper, depending on where you’re from). And don’t forget snacks to tide you over in between! Still, almost everyone has skipped a meal now and then, and if you’re reading this, you survived to tell the tale....

What Your Rising Sign Says About Your Love Life, According to Astrologers Delmaine Donson / iStock Most people know their zodiac sign, but if you’re looking for clues about how you act when you’re in love or which signs you’re most compatible with , your rising sign could have the answers. Also known as the ascendant, this is the first part of your birth chart and is based on the zodiac sign that was rising on the eastern horizon of the sky at the moment of your birth....

Where Are These Child Stars Now? See What They’re Doing Today Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images Being a child actor is not for the faint of heart—it’s no surprise so many young performers struggle as they get older, and find it difficult to handle the pressures of Hollywood. While some left the business to start totally new and different careers, some still dabble here and there in show business as adults. Here are five former child stars who are living very different lives these days, and seem very content to be doing so....

Which Barbie You Are, Based on Your Zodiac Sign NeydtStock/Shutterstock From Barbie-core home furnishings to endless bubblegum pink clothing, Barbie-mania has swept the nation this summer. Perhaps one of the greatest things about the Barbie obsession is that since the original launch in 1959, more and more diverse dolls have hit shelves. From groundbreaking careers to amazing accomplishments, if you name it, it’s likely that Barbie has done it. And if you’ve ever wondered which Barbie best matches your personality, then you’re in luck....

Why Are the Academy Awards Called “Oscars”? The Nickname Has a Complicated History Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock Every year since 1929, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has handed out trophies honoring what members determine to be the best of the best of the film industry from the past year. The categories have changed over time, but for 95 years, the Academy has presented its winners with gold statuettes shaped like a man holding a sword standing on top of a film reel....

Why You Should Really Ask Guests to Take Their Shoes Off, Experts Say iStock Removing footwear before going into someone else’s house is seen as a sign of respect in certain cultures. Yet in the U.S., many of us worry that this request comes across as rude. But there may be good reason for you to ban shoes indoors—besides just for etiquette purposes. Talking to experts, we found out exactly why you should really be asking your guests to take off their shoes before coming in....

You Can Get Vouchers for Free Items at Kroger—Here’s How Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock Kroger is one of those places where you might go with a list, but end up throwing so much extra stuff in your grocery cart because you just can’t resist. Luckily, even if you end up going overboard, there are ways to save some cash. The grocery store offers tons of no-strings-attached discounts, coupons, and vouchers—you just need to know where to look....

You Can Use Bath & Body Works Wallflowers in Your Air Wick Diffuser—But Should You? rustycanuck / Shutterstock In the world of air fresheners, there are two main players in the game—plug-in fragrance warmers like Glad PlugIns and essential oil diffusers that use water to disperse scent through your space. But a trick that’s making the rounds on TikTok combines both of these technologies for an elevated aromatherapy experience. Users are taking Bath & Body Works’ popular Wallflower plug-in refills and using them with an Air Wick essential oil diffuser....

“Wheel of Fortune” Contestant Cheated Out of $40,000 Win, Fans Say <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/02/wheel-of-fortune.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=“Megan Carvale on “Wheel of Fortune” - 1”> Wheel of Fortune / YouTube The bonus round of Wheel of Fortune can be nerve-racking for contestants who hope to add to their game show earnings. After being given a few letters, they have to solve the remaining puzzle in 10 seconds or less in order to win either a large prize, like a car, or more money....

$330 “I Told Ya” Shirt From “Challengers” Is Going Viral, But Fans Are Buying Cheaper Dupes <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/04/challengers-zendaya-copy.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=“Zendaya wearing the “I TOLD YA” shirt in Challengers - 1”> Amazon MGM Studios Luca Guadagnino’s new film Challengers , starring Zendaya , Mike Faist, and Josh O’Connor , hit theaters last week, and the buzz about the movie isn’t just about its tennis love triangle plot. Fans can’t stop talking about a $330 t-shirt worn by Zendaya and O’Connor’s characters....