10 Surprising Mistakes That Are Sabotaging Your Fat Loss Goals Shutterstock RELATED: 4 Best Ways to Lose Weight Without Medication . Shutterstock One of the best ways to set yourself up for success is tracking exactly what you eat so you know what’s working and what isn’t. “Research shows that people who track their food intake, if they’re trying to lose weight or monitor sodium in diet, are more successful,” McManus says....
10 Target Retro Christmas Decorations Bringing Back Holiday Nostalgia Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva From tinsel trees and foil flowers to bottle brush wreaths and faux fur reindeer, Christmas decorations in the 1950s and ’60s had an undeniable charm to them. They were colorful, flashy, and fun, and most of them, pretty inexpensive. If you’re hoping to add a bit of nostalgia to your holiday setup this year, Target is selling an unbelievable array of retro Christmas decorations, and they start at just $6....
10 Things You Should Never Do at a Concert iStock Concert etiquette has become a hot topic these days. With the record-breaking sales of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour, hundreds of thousands of people have been exposed to some less-than-stellar behavior from their fellow concertgoers—and they’re not afraid to call it out. Some have suggested that the break from live music during the pandemic has allowed a surge of new post-COVID attendees who just don’t know how to act....
10 Women Share Their Hilarious Worst First Date Stories NBC We’ve all had bad dates, but, most of the time, they simply consist of a man being cheap, rude, or excruciatingly dull. But, every so often, you have a date that is so astonishingly terrible that they make you question all of the life choices that led you this moment. The good news is that, once it’s over, those dates can make for some uproariously funny stories to share with people at brunch....
100 Fun Bits of Trivia Guaranteed to Make Your Day Shutterstock If there’s one thing most kids have in abundance, it’s a sense of awe. Everything is new and exciting when you’re a child—but often that wide-eyed curiosity starts to fade over time, which surely shouldn’t always have to be the case. And with that in mind, we’ve rounded up 100 bits of fun trivia that will make your day and restore that childlike sense of wonder....
11 Best New Costco Deals Arriving for November Shutterstock Costco Now is the time to buy Holiday Pillows for every room in your house. Costco has so many fun-shaped pillows, all $2 off. Choose from a gingerbread man, a snowman, a peppermint, or a Christmas tree. There is a limit of five, and the deal is valid through November 9. Costco Influencers are going wild over a new candle set. The Yankee Candle Small Tumbler Candle Set 6-Pack is just $19....
11 Best New Costco Gifts From the New Holiday Gift Guide Shutterstock If you aren’t shopping for everyone on your list at Costco this holiday season, you are missing out. I literally buy almost all my gifts at the warehouse and on its website. Not only does Costco offer an extensive selection of everything—from food baskets and gift cards to video game consoles and jewelry—but the store also has an excellent return policy in case you make a mistake....
11 Best New Sephora and Ulta Finds Hitting Shelves This Month Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva If your makeup bag or skincare routine is in need of replenishing, you’re in luck because tons of iconic beauty brands have new products coming out this month. From new lippies and hair styling tools to spring-inspired fragrances, these items are definitely worth the splurge. (But don’t worry, we also found budget-friendly products for as little as $5!...
11 Best Tractor Supply New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva Don’t let the name fool you, Tractor Supply offers a lot more than just power tools and rural living supplies. Shoppers can often find can’t-miss deals on clothing and boots, pet food and supplies, sporting goods, housewares, and even toys. Take advantage of Tractor Supply’s new arrivals (some of which are already on sale!) when you browse through our shopping guide below....
11 Cracker Barrel Finds Shoppers Say are Great for 2026 Shutterstock Have you shopped on the Cracker Barrel website or at the country store this week? Now that Christmas is over, there are so many fresh new finds to discover at the popular spot. From the new Western collection to Valentine’s Day decorations and gifts, and even clothes and bags, I found a lot of great items to ring in the new year....
13 Easy Ways to Walk 10,000 Steps a Day to Lose Weight & Live Longer Liudmila Chernetska / iStock Walking 10,000 steps a day isn’t just a trendy fitness goal—it’s a simple yet powerful way to supercharge your health. Research shows that consistently hitting this number can help you shed unwanted pounds, improve cardiovascular health, and even add years to your life. A 2022 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking 7,000–10,000 steps daily was associated with a 50-70% lower risk of mortality....
15 Curtain Bangs Ideas for the Most Beautiful Haircut, Stylists Say alvarez / iStock If you’ve experimented with your hair in the past, then there’s probably nothing that strikes fear in your heart quite like the word “bangs.” This hairstyle makes a big impact and can take ages to grow out , so if you plan to cut them, you’ll want to give it some serious thought. However, not every bang hairstyle is a major commitment....
15 Hilarious First Reactions to the Invention of the Bikini Shutterstock After hitting the market in 1946, the modern bikini became a beachwear staple for women around the globe. But despite its current popularity, the bikini wasn’t always such a hit. In fact, when it was first created by designer Louis Réard —and was showed off by model and showgirl Micheline Bernardini —it faced some serious backlash. Want to laugh at the pearl-clutching first reactions to the bikini?...
15 Things Dictator Bosses Banned at Their Companies Shutterstock When you’re running a big company, it’s one thing to assert your dominance. It’s another thing to go all 18 th Amendment on the place, banning certain items and practices simply because you despise them. Well, these big-shots certainly did. There’s the Japanese company that prohibited sitting down, the media honcho who banned garlic at his office’s cafeteria, the Australian company that banned desk-side eating....
15 Ways You’re Using Your Smartphone Wrong Shutterstock Today’s smartphones are more advanced than ever, loaded with new features and improvements in the name of making our digital lives easier. But, just like most things in life, rather than making the most of our device, we simply stick to a routine of shortcuts and advice from friends with no experience in the field. With the number of amazing features locked away in every smartphone, it can be easy to overlook the small habits that are draining your time and battery life....
18 Anti-Aging Tips That Will Make You Look 10 Years Younger Shutterstock The anti-aging industry has always been huge; now it seems to be growing with every Instagram and TikTok post. Although the science behind anti-aging products has progressed tremendously, some new products and lifestyle claims are more snake oil than fountain of youth. So what habits actually work? These are 18 anti-aging tips that experts say can make you look 10 years younger....
19 Best New HomeGoods Christmas Decor Finds to Grab Now Shutterstock Christmas is here…at least in your local HomeGoods store. When I walked into mine for my weekly shopping expedition, I was delighted to find that holiday items had taken over the front of the store, filling up a few entire aisles. In addition to decorations, many other festive finds were sprinkled throughout the store, including holiday candles, bedding, and entertaining must-haves....
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20 Best Travel Pants to Wear That Make Any Trip More Comfortable iStock Travel days require being as comfortable as possible. After all, no one wants to be trapped in an airport or on a plane in something itchy or restrictive . However, great travel clothing—especially the best travel pants—requires so much more than just comfort. Read on to learn what makes a great piece for days that you’re on the go, and pro stylists’ and travel experts’ favorite travel pants for their own excursions....
20 Exciting New Flight Routes Coming in 2020 Shutterstock/Laborant If you’ve dreamed of visiting some of the world’s must-see, faraway destinations —but the thought of endless flights and countless layovers put you off—we’ve got news for you. A slew of exciting flight routes departing from airports across America are debuting in 2020, and their arrival will make it so much easier for you to visit places that until now felt too far away....
