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7 Best New Michaels Christmas Craft Finds Flying Off Shelves This Week Shutterstock Have you seen the Christmas crafts section at Michaels recently? The store has so many fun, creativity-inducing kits that are festively themed for the holidays. Not only are holiday-centric crafts fun to do, but they also make excellent gifts for people of all ages. And, the best part is, many of them are keepsakes and can be stored after every holiday season and pulled out for the next....

7 Best New Michaels Gift Finds Shoppers are Loving This Week Shutterstock If you happen to be shopping at Michaels for home decor, arts and crafts, or framing supplies, you can also get your gift shopping done. The store houses so many amazing gift items for everyone on your list, ranging from teachers to children. What should you shop for this week? Here are 7 best new Michaels gift finds shoppers are loving this week....

7 Best New Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Christmas Gifts Hitting Stores This Week Shutterstock If you haven’t visited Ollie’s Bargain Outlet lately, you are losing money. The discount store, which sells name-brand closeout and overstock from other stores at bargain prices, has so much inventory right now, ready for holiday gifting to everyone on your list. From little kids and pets to your significant other and parents, start checking names off now....

7 Best New Target Kitchen Finds Landing This Week Shutterstock Are you looking for some items to refresh and rejuvenate your kitchen? Head over to Target . The store has been getting so many exceptional items in lately, from functional little gadgets you didn’t know you needed to beautiful tablecloths and entertaining essentials. They even got a new limited-edition Stanley x Wicked tumbler that will sell out. Here are the 7 best new Target kitchen finds landing this week....

7 Dollar Tree Items So Perfect Shoppers “Keep Going Back for More” Shutterstock Dollar Tree is an enjoyable place to shop, especially if you don’t want to spend a lot of money. The store sells everything from delicious food and drinks to beauty dupes, organization tools, seasonal decor, and more, with most items hovering around $1.50. There are thousands of items to choose from, but only a handful of special goodies have shoppers returning to buy them repeatedly....

7 Early Warning Signs You May Need More Iron in Your Diet Photo by Nick Karvounis on Unsplash Iron is crucial for health and wellness, yet many of us may not be getting enough. “Iron is one of the most important components of the human body,” Stephen Macari , MD , tells St. Vincent’s Medical Center. “It has multiple roles but the most critical one is creating hemoglobin to carry oxygen in the blood to tissues....

7 Easy Stretches You Can Do at Your Desk Chair Shutterstock If your profession involves hunching over a computer for eight hours per day, it’s perhaps no wonder that you—like so many Americans—find your job to be a royal pain in the back. In fact, a 2021 study tracked data from 2,000 subjects who worked on computers and found that 48 percent experienced neck and back pain . “Over time, this can result in chronic pain, a decreased range of motion, and even tension headaches,” explains Andrew White , CPT, a personal trainer and the owner of Garage Gym Pro ....

7 Germiest Places in Seniors’ Homes, According to New Study Shutterstock Germs are lingering in every room in your house. However, a new study has found that older people tend to harbor a shocking amount of bacteria in their homes – even on their nightstands. “The most staggering revelation from our recent study is the shocking prevalence of bacteria within senior living spaces. We found the average senior’s home harbors 24,000 times more bacteria than a standard toilet seat,” James Campigotto, part of the creative team at Carewell who conducted the research, tells Best Life....

7 Marshalls Home Finds People Are Buying First in 2026 Shutterstock Now that Marshalls is clearing out what is left of the holiday merchandise (on major sale, FYI), many fresh home products are hitting the store aisles and website. This week, I visited my local outpost and was pleasantly surprised by the spring-inspired merchandise, ranging from gorgeous table lamps and coffee table books to fragrant floral candles. What should you shop for as the new year approaches?...

7 Plants and Trees in Your Yard That Are Making You Sneeze iStock / Marina Gordejeva Most people decide on what to plant in their yards based on their individual tastes and what makes them feel good. From the first blooms of spring to the last remaining leaves of fall, there’s no denying that your choices can add pops of color and beautiful fragrances to your property. Unfortunately, they can also sometimes set off allergies in those who may not even realize a potential trigger is growing nearby....

7 Red Flags You Are Being Overcharged at Supermarket Shutterstock Food prices may no longer be climbing but many people are still struggling to afford their groceries—which makes stores overcharging for them even more egregious. Supermarkets and grocery stores overcharging for items is more common than you might think. Walmart recently agreed to a $45 million settlement for allegedly falsely inflating prices of sold-by-weight groceries. And in 2022, the state of Ohio sued Dollar General after auditors found overcharging error rates from 16....

7 Secrets About Costco’s Bakery Department Shutterstock Costco shoppers know their membership grants them access to everything from a great deal on gas to a one-of-a-kind return policy. But the store’s bakery department stands out as a particular fan favorite, whether it’s scoring that coveted sheet cake for an upcoming birthday or welcoming back one of your seasonal favorites. But besides knowing what products are absolute must-buys, there’s still a lot more important information you should know about the beloved section....

7 Simple Habits That Melt Belly Fat Fast and Keep It Off Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash Shedding stubborn belly fat may feel like an uphill battle, but incorporating a few science-backed rituals into your daily routine can make all the difference. These habits don’t require exhausting gym sessions or restrictive diets. Instead, they focus on smart, sustainable strategies to ignite your metabolism, fight inflammation, and keep those fat genes in check....

7 Things You Can Get for Free as a Veteran jacoblund/iStock It’s not uncommon for major retailers to offer a military discount as a show of appreciation for all those who have served in the armed forces. But in some cases, businesses offer items from services to meals completely free of charge to their veteran guests. We’ve rounded up some of the best offers that could help you save some money for your time in the service....

7 Ways to Snake-Proof Your Attic, According to Experts jaranjen / Shutterstock You might associate snakes more with subterranean spaces like your basement or rooms with lots of warm appliances to hide behind, but the attic is actually one of the most common places these slithery reptiles like to camp out. When it comes to the top of your home, “if there’s a way in, they’ll get in,” says Sholom Rosenbloom , the owner of Rosenbloom Pest Control ....

8 Best Marshalls New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This February Shutterstock I am struggling with winter weather in the Northeast. It’s been unusually cold this season, and the only thing getting me through each day is that spring is on its way. Marshalls is here to keep me motivated. The store and website are flooded with new arrivals, from clothing, shoes, and accessories to swimsuits and fresh home finds. What should you shop for this month before the best stuff is gone?...

8 Mistakes You’re Making That Are Killing Your Christmas Tree, Experts Say Alexandru Nika / Shutterstock Unless you’re going for that Charlie Brown look, chances are you want a Christmas tree that’s large, luscious, smells great, and lasts all holiday season. But all too often, the evergreen that we tie to the roof of our car quickly ends up dry, brown, and nearly dead not long after we get it home....

8 Popular Stores Offering Senior Discounts Right Now Shutterstock In this economy, every penny certainly counts. This is especially true as you get older and start saving for retirement or operating on a fixed income . But did you know that there are many stores with senior discounts? From Kohl’s to Walgreens, these retailers offer some serious savings for those who are 50 or 60+. Keep reading for the full list and all the details....

84 Self-Care Quotes About Putting You First Krakenimages.com/Shutterstock You know that nagging drive to not seem selfish? The one that sometimes makes it difficult to put yourself first ? Well, experts say it’s time to quiet the thought and start thinking seriously about how we treat ourselves. The concept of “self-care” has evolved tremendously over the past couple of years, with multiple industries embracing the trend and mental health advocates pushing for more information about the impact it has....

9 Best Plants That​ Repel Mosquitoes Naturally, Experts Say STEKLO / Shutterstock If you’re tired of swatting away mosquitoes every time you step outside, your greenery could come to the rescue this summer. The plant and gardening experts we interviewed say that certain plants that add beauty to your yard or patio can also naturally repel mosquitoes thanks to their strong scents and essential oils. In fact, crushing up their leaves can make highly effective and all-natural wearable insect repellents and sprays, too....