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The 5 Best Wordle Words to Start With, Experts Say Chad Robertson Media / Shutterstock Made in 2018 by a Brooklyn-based software engineer as a gift to his word game-loving partner, Wordle came from humble beginnings. Yet in 2021, all of that changed as Wordle skyrocketed to national fame and garnered hundreds of thousands of players in a span of two months. Since being acquired by The New York Times , Wordle now has around three million current users....

The 5 Most Trustworthy Myers-Briggs Personality Types, Experts Say afotostock / Shutterstock We’ve all been burned in a situation where we’ve shared information with someone—about ourselves or others—and had that dirty laundry aired out. Trust can be quickly broken, which is what makes reliable friends and partners that much more valuable. It’s not just about secrets either. Trustworthy people stick to their word and won’t leave you hanging if you need help with a move or get stuck with a flat tire....

The 50 Fattest Cities in America Shutterstock You are who you surround yourself with. That’s true whether you’re talking about career success , conversational cleverness, or style. If you spend time with smart people, there’s a good chance you’re going to learn a few things, and if you spend time with millionaires, you’re likely to pick up some financial tips. But the opposite is true too: hang around people who don’t take care of themselves, and you might start doing the same....

The 6 Most Romantic Myers-Briggs Personality Types yurakrasil / Shutterstock Ah, romance—it’s one of life’s great joys, and for those who seek love, it’s a feeling unlike any other. Candlelit dinners, long walks on the beach, and handwritten love letters are among some of the most common romantic gestures , but we all have different wants and needs, depending on our love language . Partners can show their affection in different ways—maybe your husband brings you flowers every week, or your girlfriend offers to do the dishes after you’ve cooked dinner....

The 60 Saddest Movie Deaths of All Time TriStar Pictures Of all the tools at a screenwriter’s disposal, working on the death of a character can arguably have the biggest emotional impact. Whether it’s the sudden and unexpected demise of a beloved hero or the slow, expected passing of someone who’s ill, fictional loss has a way of feeling incredibly real in some circumstances. In many ways, this experience can heighten emotions, bringing us to tears over people who we’ve never actually met....

The 75 Worst Pet Peeves Everyone Finds Annoying Medvid.com/Shutterstock We all have pet peeves. It’s just part of being alive and on this planet with other human beings. (Hey, people can be annoying sometimes!) And having less-than-tolerant opinions about that doesn’t make you a bad person. In fact, a 2014 study in The Journal of Psychology found that whining can even make you happier , just as long as you’re mindful about when and how you complain....

The Best Aging Tips From Celebrities Over 60 Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images It can be hard to embrace getting older. Unfortunately, in our society aging is often associated with fewer professional opportunities , reduced energy, and the fading of youthful good looks and a toned physique. In fact, there is an actual diagnosable condition for people that have an extreme fear of aging called gerascophobia. Those who suffer from the condition “have very frequent thoughts about changes in their appearance due to aging and increasingly losing control over their life as they get older,” Rose Aghdami , a consulting and coaching psychologist, told Refinery29, noting the condition can trigger panic attacks, shortness of breath, excessive sweating, and shaking....

The Best Dog Food for Puppies, According to Veterinarians Shutterstock Welcoming a furry family member into your home for the first time can be quite the exciting occasion. Most people prepare extensively for the new arrival, buying everything from toys to treats. But when you get to the food aisle, it’s important to remember that if your new dog is a puppy, they “have unique nutritional needs that differ from older dogs ,” according to Alex Crow , DVM, licensed veterinarian and owner of PetHealthGuru....

The Best Longevity Tips Straight From the “Blue Zones” iStock Most of us dream of finding the path to living longer , and we frequently look to people who have made it past 100 for their secrets. The world’s oldest living man in 2020 said he was able to get to 112 years old by keeping a smile on his face every day. In 2015, an 104-year-old woman credited her long life to a more unconventional vice : three daily Dr....

The Best Zodiac Sign to Be Stuck on a Desert Island With, Astrologers Say <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/07/man-stuck-on-desert-island-help-in-sand.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=“Aerial view of a man stuck on a desert island who wrote “HELP” in the sand - 1”> Viacheslav Lopatin / Shutterstock Getting stranded on a desert island sounds like a nightmare—but maybe it wouldn’t be so bad if you were with the right people. Whether that’s someone who’d be a calming presence , a fun time, or victorious in a crisis, it’s obvious that certain folks would make better company than others....

The Biggest ’90s TV Teen Idols, Then and Now Columbia/TriStar International Television Every decade produces its own teen idols , but when it comes to TV stars all the kids wanted to be, the ’90s ruled. From Felicity to Buffy to Dawson’s Creek and The Fresh Prince, there were so many series that launched their young talent into the stratosphere. Many of them are still in the spotlight today, so we’re looking back on what our favorite ’90s teen TV stars looked like when they first hit the airwaves compared to now....

The Controversial Line Matthew Perry Is Editing Out of His Memoir Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for GQ When Matthew Perry’s memoir Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing was released in November 2022, it made headlines for his candid discussion of drug and alcohol addiction, rehab, and the process of getting sober. But while many readers were struck by his candor and harrowing stories, there was one aspect of the book that got a much different response....

The IRS Urges “Constant Vigilance” Against This New Scam iStock Thankfully, tax season is well behind us. Returns have been submitted and refunds have been received, allowing most of us to turn our attention away from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for the rest of 2022. But con artists don’t go into hibernation when tax seasons ends. Unfortunately, scammers are always looking for new ways to capitalize on the sensitive information being funneled through the IRS—which is why the agency just issued an alert about a new scheme targeting Americans right now....

The Most Remote U.S. Islands That Need to Be on Your Bucket List Shutterstock / NickSpinder The U.S. is a vast country with plenty of destinations to explore , even just within the continental mainland. But for travelers looking to head out to the actual furthest reaches of the national borders, there are plenty of small islands that lie beyond the shores of the Lower 48. From lush tropical oases to unique ecological locales, there are a number of far-flung spots that make the boat ride or flight well worth the trip—all without needing to tote along your passport....

The Most Unpredictable Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers New Africa / Shutterstock No matter how hard you try, you can’t predict anyone’s behavior. Of course, some people make it easier to do than others. They stick to the same daily routine, rarely go outside their comfort zone, and are generally creatures of habit . Others, however, will throw you for a loop if you dare guess what they’ll do next. Each time you check in with them, they’ve got a new job , a new five-year plan, and a new outlook on life (and who’s to say if it’s for the better or worse?...

The No. 1 Beverage to Protect Your Brain After 60 Shutterstock Over six million Americans are living with dementia, a brain disorder that claims more than 100,000 lives every year. The prevalence of U.S. dementia cases is expected to double by 2026, according to a Nature Medicine study published earlier this year. By the numbers, that means 42 percent, or two in five Americans ages 55 and older, will have some form of the neurodegenerative disease....

The No. 1 Way to Look Stylish While Bundled Up Victoria Chudinova / Shutterstock It can be hard to feel great about your outfits when temperatures drop. While fall often leaves room for fun layering and cool coats , winter calls for sleeping bag-like outwear and functional accessories that hide pretty much everything else. But, hey, if there’s one bonus, it’s that if you nail your bundled-up look, you’ll appear totally chic every time you leave the house—even if you wear a sweatsuit on underneath....

The Summer Olympics Sport You Are, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Shutterstock Different zodiac signs bring different strengths to the table: Some are more disciplined and driven, while others are more intuitive and artistic. So it makes sense that each sign might excel in (or struggle with!) different sports . As we kick off the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, we wondered which sports best signified each member of the zodiac—and astrologers were happy to answer....

The Top Holiday Markets in the U.S., According to Yelp Shutterstock It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That is, it can be if you embrace the holiday spirit . Right now, all over the country, holiday markets are setting up shop to welcome visitors from far and wide. If you’re ready to deck the halls, making your way to one of these festive markets can be a great way to kick off the holiday season—not to mention the major dent you can make in your holiday shopping list....

The Zodiac Sign That Should Be Your Valentine, Astrologers Say ORION PRODUCTION/Shutterstock With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you’re probably getting ready for a day filled with pink and red outfits, decadent chocolates , and beautiful roses. But, of course, this begs the question of who you’ll be sharing these romantic moments with. Luckily, the stars are aligning to help you discover the zodiac sign that should be your Valentine....