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Money stress isn’t just hitting wallets; it’s stealing rest. A survey found that more than three-quarters of Americans report losing sleep over money concerns. Of those, 52% say their sleepless nights come from personal finances, followed closely by family issues (47%), mental health (39%), health problems (37%), and the economy (35%). The top concern? Paying […]
September marks National Suicide Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, offering support, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. Across the country, communities and organizations come together to remind us that conversations about suicide and mental health can save lives. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, […]
Lil Jon’s recent fitness transformation has paid off. On Monday, Sept. 1, the Grammy-award-winning rapper made his fitness competition debut at the 2025 Muscle Beach Championships, a historic fitness competition held at Venice Beach in Los Angeles. The 54-year-old crunk pioneer placed third in the competition, marking a milestone in his ongoing wellness journey. “It’s […]
Today is National Dog Day, a special day dedicated to celebrating the unconditional love, loyalty, and joy that dogs bring into our lives. For me, this day is extra meaningful. I adopted my first dog last June, shortly after my mother-in-law passed away. We were looking for an emotional support companion to help us through […]
It turns out kids meals aren’t just for kids anymore, almost half of U.S. adults say they’re ordering from restaurant kids menus to save money and get smaller portions, according to new research. A survey by Lightspeed Commerce, a point-of-sale technology provider for restaurants, found that 44% of adults are now opting for kids meals. […]
Life moves fast, but today, we’re giving you full permission to slow it down. August 15th is National Relaxation Day, a reminder to hit pause, unplug, and pour back into yourself. Whether you’re grinding through work, managing kids, or just trying to keep your head above water, today is about rest without guilt. Relaxation doesn’t […]
For decades, birth control has been a woman’s responsibility, but that could be changing. A new hormone-free pill for men, called YCT-529, has just cleared its first safety trial in humans, bringing us one step closer to a daily “male pill.” YCT-529 works by blocking a vitamin A compound that’s essential for sperm production, temporarily […]
The countdown is on for the North Carolina State Fair, and now’s your chance to lock in some serious savings. Discounted advance tickets are available now through October 16. Adult admission is just $10 (ages 13-64), and kids 6-12 or seniors can get in for $5—that’s a few dollars less than you’ll pay at the […]
Today is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Whether you like yours chewy, crunchy, or somewhere in between, today is the perfect excuse to cheat your diet. To celebrate, here’s a classic chocolate chip cookie recipe that’s easy, satisfying, and guaranteed to fill your kitchen with that fresh-baked cookie smell we all love. Classic Chocolate Chip […]
Canned cocktail brand High Noon issued a recall after some of its vodka seltzers were mistakenly labeled as Celsius Astro Vibe energy drinks. According to the FDA’s website, certain Beach Variety Pack filled with alcoholic High Noon vodka seltzer were mislabeled as Celsius Sparkling Blue Razz Edition with a silver top. The affected products were […]
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the unique mental health challenges faced by Black and brown communities. And while therapy, community, and open conversation are essential, so is something that often gets overlooked: simple, intentional self-care. For many Black women, that healing space starts in the kitchen. Whether it’s Grandma’s […]
More than two million federal student‑loan borrowers could see money taken from their paychecks as early as this summer. Why wage garnishment is back on the table: Roughly six million borrowers are now 90‑plus days late, and about one‑third of them (nearly 2 million people) could slip into default in July, triggering collections. Once a loan is in […]