• You're Probably Washing Your Clothes Wrong

    There's a chance that whoever taught you to do laundry may have given you some bad advice. Many of us are under the assumption that washing your clothes on a hot cycle is best practice, but that isn't always the case, per to Carolyn Forte, Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab.

    By Phoebe McRae July 20th, 2020 Read More
  • The Surprising Item DoorDash Now Delivers

    Some good news for those of us who loathe running errands — getting what you need from the drugstore just got easier. DoorDash announced it's partnering with Walgreens to deliver everyday essentials right to your doorstep. Customers can now order over 2,300 items from the pharmacy chain.

    By Erica Andrews July 17th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Share Your Netflix Password

    You're always the designated driver at any party. You keep your valuables in a safe. You're the one people call if they are in a fix at 3 a.m. Yet you may be about as careless as it gets when it comes to safeguarding all of your personal information, and we're talking about your Netflix password.

    By Hope Ngo July 17th, 2020 Read More
  • What Is A Birth Chart And How Do You Read One?

    After you have dabbled in the shallow waters of astrology for a while, it might be time to dive deeper and learn more. While horoscopes and astrological compatibility are enlightening, having your birth chart drawn up is even more illuminating because it is much more thorough.

    By Molly Harris July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • Inside Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Relationship With Her Granddaughter

    Even if you've seen RBG or On the Basis of Sex, you might not know much about Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's relationship with her granddaughter Clara Spera. Turns out, it's surprisingly normal and relatable. Well, mostly. People now do give her grandmother standing ovations.

    By Audrey Michels July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • This Is Why People Aren't Happy With Goya Foods

    As if everything wasn't crazy enough already, brace yourselves, election time is coming. In fact, it seems as if that silliest of seasons is already well underway. One of the latest flaps surrounds the CEO of Goya foods. Robert Unanue last week made public his support for Donald Trump

    By Maria Scinto July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • Aldi Has A Bold Strategy For Their Checkout Lane

    When you're shopping at Aldi, you may notice something unusual: Impulse buys, including chocolates, gum, and candy, which are normally right by the checkout line in other supermarkets, are not stocked up by the cash register. At Aldi, you'll have to lose your place in line to score the treats.

    By Hope Ngo July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • Target Just Announced An Important Safety Change For Customers

    Gone are the days of carefree shopping at Target. Now, the retailer is also going to be requiring customers to wear face masks. This isn't really a major change, though, as 80 percent of Target's U.S. stores are in locations that already require people to wear face masks when leaving their homes.

    By Christine Liwag Dixon July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • Don't Put These Things Down Your Drain

    Most of us are guilty of treating the drain in our sink as another trash can (only worse, because it's one we never take out). Sometimes, when you're cleaning up after cooking or just thoughtlessly chucking random bits away, it can be too easy to toss things down the hole and forget about them.

    By Joey Keogh July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • How Walmart Could Look Very Different In 10 Years

    Walmart is one of life's constants, the reliable go-to that remains open and operating as normal, even during a worldwide pandemic. When Amazon started seriously gaining traction as a competitor, Walmart found itself in danger of being relegated to dinosaur status.

    By Joey Keogh July 16th, 2020 Read More
  • Things You Should Never Write In A Work Email

    Your coworkers' perception of you is going to depend quite a bit on your email etiquette. Even if you're dazzling at presentations, are hitting your productivity goals out of the park, and everyone is always inviting you to happy hour, a bad email can make or break your career.

    By Jorie Mark July 15th, 2020 Read More
  • The Germiest Thing You're Touching When You Go Shopping

    From credit card machines, counters, pens, door knobs and handles, we touch more things when we go shopping than we could ever count. Plus, research shows we touch our own faces an average of 16 times an hour. And now, due to COVID-19, we are painfully aware of just what we touch and how often.

    By Hope Ngo July 15th, 2020 Read More
  • Here's Why You Should Never Buy A Mattress From IKEA

    Should you buy a mattress at IKEA? Not if getting a good night's sleep is a goal of yours, per the reviews. True, you won't lose any sleep over the price tag -- the spring and foam options are inexpensive. But, there's a reason why their mattresses were ranked the top item not to buy at IKEA

    By Jorie Mark July 13th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Drink Raw Milk When Pregnant

    Maybe you've gone most of your life without questioning what you're eating. You have friends who talk about non-GMO this and gluten-free that, and you ignore them. But that can change when you're pregnant, and you become intensely aware that what you put into your mouth is also feeding your baby.

    By Jorie Mark July 13th, 2020 Read More
  • How To Tell If You're A Snowplow Parent

    Everyone knows about helicopter parents, who obsess over their kids' every move, do their science dioramas for them, and break out in hives over the slightest mistake. ("No, that jigsaw puzzle piece is upside down!" they bemoan). This term certainly doesn't describe you, of course.

    By Jorie Mark July 10th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason Aldi's Meat Is So Affordable

    Grocery giant Aldi is taking over the world thanks to its remarkable efficiency and low prices. Regular shoppers will be familiar with its great deals, or Special Buys, which are never better than when it comes to meat. Most supermarkets charge through the nose for meats, but not Aldi.

    By Joey Keogh July 10th, 2020 Read More
  • The Reason Everyone Is Lying More Right Now

    In this time of social distancing and staying at home, would it come as a surprise if we told you that we've found new and more inventive ways to fib than ever before? And before you say no, hear us out. "Forget allergy season — it's heightened lying season," per celebrity life coach Lauren Zander.

    By Hope Ngo July 10th, 2020 Read More
  • Bed Bath & Beyond Just Announced Sad News For Fans

    We probably shouldn't be surprised to hear that Bed Bath & Beyond will be closing about 200 stores over the next two years, particularly when it admitted that the coronavirus-led shutdowns resulted in a 50 percent drop in sales during its last business quarter, which ended on May 30.

    By Hope Ngo July 10th, 2020 Read More
  • Why You Should Never Buy HDTVs From Walmart

    There's no question about it, Americans love their entertainment. In fact, we love it so much that we spent a record $25.17 billion on digital entertainment in 2019 -- and if you think that's plenty of cash, consider that the amount also represented an 8.4 percent increase from the year before.

    By Hope Ngo July 8th, 2020 Read More
  • The 3 Fad Diets Jillian Michaels Thinks You Should Avoid

    Every year, there's a new diet trend that becomes all the rage — one that usually promises to reduce your body fat and get you healthier than ever. However, according to Jillian Michaels, health and fitness expert, and creator of the Jillian Michaels Fitness App, fad diets are never a good idea.

    By Phoebe McRae July 8th, 2020 Read More
  • You've Been Cleaning Your Toilet All Wrong

    Cleaning your bathroom is one of the most disgusting and difficult chores, hence why most of us tend to leave it to the end of our usual routine. While trying to bleach every surface and hurrying through the steps to get out of there faster, we might be making the space more of a home for germs.

    By Joey Keogh July 8th, 2020 Read More
  • Think Twice Before Buying Produce At Costco

    For bargain hunters, Costco is a bastion of good value in a sea of overpriced, artisan grocery stores. Everything is sold in bulk, so stocking up on toilet paper and other household items couldn't be easier. And, if you're planning a party, Costco is a must for all those important supplies.

    By Joey Keogh July 8th, 2020 Read More
  • What The Name Karen Really Means

    This is not a good time to be named Karen. These days, the name has become associated with privilege, largely thanks to a number of memes which portrays "Karens" as entitled and demanding. "It's usually used as a pejorative for middle-aged white women," said Matt Schimkowitz, from Know Your Meme.

    By Christine Liwag Dixon July 7th, 2020 Read More
  • What Your Lipstick Print Says About Your Personality

    You're likely familiar with the idea of reading lips, but what about lipstick? We're talking about the mark your made-up mouth makes when you place a pucker on a love letter before mailing it to that special someone. Being able to interpret what someone's lipstick print means is, indeed, a thing.

    By Jorie Mark July 7th, 2020 Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Hobby Lobby

    Hobby Lobby is unique among retail outlets or, in fact, businesses of any kind. Why? Because billionaire founder David Green, who, according to Forbes, owns 100 percent of this 900-plus store chain, considers his co-owner to be the heavenly head honcho himself.

    By Maria Scinto July 6th, 2020 Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Feng Shui

    Common in Chinese culture, feng shui is often referred to by architects and interior design experts -- but rarely understood by those outside the design industry. You may have heard it referred to regarding your bedroom, office, kitchen, and backyard. The practice dates back thousands of years.

    By Phoebe McRae July 6th, 2020 Read More