Target Is Slashing Self-Checkout Even Further Shutterstock Target is taking renewed aim at self-checkout. Last fall, reports emerged that the retailer had started to put item limits on shelf-checkout lanes at several stores in the Northeast, restricting shoppers to just 10 products or less if they wanted to use these kiosks. As it turns out, Target wasn’t done yet, and the chain is now making further moves to make self-checkout machines less accessible to customers....
Target Shoppers Are Getting “Trampled” Trying to Buy Viral Tumblers Sundry Photography/iStock For many shoppers, the thought of fighting with the throngs of people that descend upon stores beginning on Black Friday can be enough to turn them off from heading to the store for much of the holiday season. Once the crowds disperse during the winter months, some major retailers use sales or discounts or release special products to help boost their numbers and keep customers returning....
The 10 Best Senior Dating Sites to Help You Find Love oneinchpunch/Shutterstock Finding love—or, hey, even just a fling—isn’t always easy. But as anyone who’s dated later in life already knows, it can become more challenging with each decade. Gone are the days when you could hit up your local watering hole or gym and find an age-appropriate match. Now, you’re more likely to have to put in the work. Fortunately, online dating can be a great shortcut....
The 10 Best U.S. Art Museums That Should Be on Your Bucket List LnP images / Shutterstock READ THIS NEXT: The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit If You Love Old Houses . The 10 Best U.S. Art Museums 1. The Art Institute of Chicago Photo Spirit/Shutterstock If you want to see some of the most recognizable pieces of art, there are few places better than The Art Institute of Chicago ....
The 10 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Men Shutterstock Christmas may be the official present-exchanging holiday of the year, but the gifting stakes are never higher than they are on Valentine’s Day. This is your annual opportunity to show how much you adore your beau. (Or vice versa.) Do it right, and you’ve got a one-way ticket to good graces. Do it wrong, however, and you risk leaving a slight that might run until V-Day 2019....
The 10 Types of Grass Explained by Landscaping Experts Shutterstock When it comes to curb appeal, your lawn —and, more specifically, the types of grass you choose—can make or break your home’s look. Pick the right type of grass to suit your climate, soil type, and needs, and you’ll ensure a lush, vibrant stretch of land that’s more resilient to the elements. Pick the wrong one, and you may find yourself doing excessive maintenance—think watering, fertilizing, and mowing—for a plot of patchy grass that never seems to take root....
The 25 Best True Crime Books Ever Written hamdi bendali/Shutterstock True crime is one of the most popular genres of TV shows and podcasts , but many of the most shocking and compelling investigations into murder, scams, and other illegal acts were first documented on the page. In fact, some of the most acclaimed true crime series are adaptations of books (and many of those books are expanded versions of magazine articles)....
The 4 Best Haircuts for Curly Hair, Stylists Say Roman Samborskyi / Shutterstock If you’ve got curls, coils, or kinks, we’ve got some great news: If you haven’t already, now is the time to embrace your natural hair texture. Even better? The effortless, unprocessed styles we’re seeing on runways and red carpets don’t seem to be a passing fad. The beauty world is finally reflecting all kinds of curly hair and finding a wider range of looks to love....
The 5 Best Lipstick Colors If You Have Brown Eyes, Experts Say Paul Garnier Rimolo / Shutterstock Whether you sport the same signature makeup look every day or you change your style from one hour to the next, it pays to know which shades are most flattering on you . The key is to take your cues from the various color tones in your skin, hair, and eyes—all of which can sway your color palette in one direction or another....
The 6 Best Debut Novels of the Year, According to a Major Bookworm Book covers courtesy of the publishers; Design by Best Life This year has been one for the books, literally . We’ve had sizzling love stories, bone-chilling thrillers that require daytime-only reading (IYKYK), moving tales inspired by historical events , and fantasy books that have awoken our imagination. It’s also been an exciting time for debut novels, especially those in the romance genre ....
The 6 Worst Things You Can Do to Your Seatmate on a Flight Shutterstock Aside from last-minute flight cancellations , dealing with an annoying seatmate is the worst part about flying. You know the kind. They’re always fidgeting with their seat recliner, listening to a podcast out loud , and elbowing you off the arm rest. There are a lot of fun things that come with flying, such as having uninterrupted silence, so that you can finally binge that TV show you’ve been wanting to watch, moseying around the airport bookstores, or splurging on a fancy coffee to enjoy on your flight....
The 8 Best Small Towns for Celebrating Christmas Mark A Lee/Shutterstock Traveling around Christmas time presents an excellent opportunity not only to witness firsthand how a different location celebrates the holiday season but also to take in the awe-inspiring decorations and festive events you might not get to experience in your hometown. Skiing enthusiasts and nostalgia chasers may want to scope out the snow-covered mountains of the north—whereas snowbirds may want to escape the cold by heading south ....
The First Things People Notice When They Get in Your Car, Experts Say Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock We’ve all had the experience of climbing into someone else’s car and having our first thought be: “Yuck.” Riding in an unclean vehicle is unpleasant, especially when you don’t know the cause of the mess . For example, is the spilled liquid in the backseat a bit of water, or is it something that’s going to stain your new dress?...
The Girl Scout Cookie You Should Eat, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Sheila Fitzgerald / Shutterstock Unless you happen to have a box of frozen Thin Mints stashed in your freezer (is there any better way to eat them?), you’re probably eager to put in an order for Girl Scout cookies. But seeing as though this opportunity only comes around once a year, you’ll want to be confident in your cookie order before you fill your online shopping cart or head to the local Girl Scout stand outside your grocery store....
The Most Basic Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Antonio Guillem/Shutterstock We all know them: People who are always trying the latest fads, from food to shoes to poses for the endless stream of selfies in their social media feed. They don’t necessarily feel the need to stand out—which can get a little boring —and they always know what’s trending. These people are eager to try anything that’s popular and are totally okay with being mainstream, rather than original....
The Most Forgiving Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers fizkes/Shutterstock For some people forgiving and forgetting is easier said than done, while others have no problem letting things go. Maybe these empathetic folks just need a simple apology or a meaningful conversation with someone owning up to their mistake, or maybe they just let people get away with things without ever holding them accountable. Whether this quality works for or against them, some people can’t stay mad for long and will certainly never hold a grudge....
The Most Impulsive Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Iryna Imago/Shutterstock Do you know someone who says yes all the time? Do they rush into things without thinking about the potential consequences? These people dive in head first, might be a little accident prone , and sometimes their actions can get them in trouble. This impulsivity might be instinctual, but these quick-thinking behaviors could also have something to do with astrology. Keep reading to discover the most impulsive zodiac sign from a dash of daring to straight-out recklessness....
The No. 1 Sign Your Yard Has Been Invaded by a Tree-Destroying Pest iStock / fotokostic Flowers and bushes may give your yard a unique look that you can change from year to year, but it’s often the trees on your property that can really stand out. And since most take years to grow to a large size, it’s especially heartbreaking to have to cut one down due to a disease or infestation killing it....
The One Thing Experts Say Will Instantly Make You More Charismatic Shutterstock Charismatic people make being charismatic look effortless—but it’s a skill that can be learned and developed like any other, experts say. “Charisma isn’t elusive, and it’s not magic. It’s not even that hard to show—or have. In fact, anyone can learn how to be charismatic, regardless of personality or style,” says Henryk Krajewski , PhD, via Forbes . “Charisma is about the ability to connect with people, and people get inspired when they can identify with you....
The Sophisticated Man’s Guide to Fine Dining Shutterstock If you want to discover great eating, if you want to thoroughly enjoy fine dining, our advice to you is this: Don’t try too hard. Cooking professionally is primarily a dominant act. Preparing food, supervising cooks, maintaining costs, and ensuring consistency are all about control. Eating well, by contrast, should be submissive. You make the important decision about where to eat and when, and then relax and allow the experience to wash over you....
