Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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5 fun ways to organize your life with color
(BPT) - The holiday season is a big, joyous whirlwind of hustle and bustle. By getting (and staying) organized, you'll have your home feeling like an efficient holiday hub to not only make life …
Tips for peace of mind shipping this holiday season
(BPT) - The holiday shopping season is here, with more gifts expected to be purchased than ever before. Packing and shipping those gifts may feel like one more item on the to-do list, but with the …
More than 4 out of 5 (81%) shoppers plan to buy a gift card this year
(BPT) - For nearly two decades, gift cards have been the most requested holiday gift, according to the National Retail Federation. And research shows that consumers plan to purchase even more gift …
Why Gift Cards Are the Ultimate Holiday Gift: Tips for Thoughtful and Safe Gifting
(BPT) - Gift cards remain the most requested gift for 18 years in a row, according to the National Retail Federation. Their appeal is simple: they offer flexibility, convenience, and the joy of …
Tech the halls: The perfect smartphones for everyone on your list
(BPT) - Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list doesn't have to add to the holiday season's hustle and bustle. Flip that stressful script by picking one theme and sticking to it. …
Stay Protected During the Holidays: What to Know About COVID-19
(BPT) - As the holiday season approaches, it's important to remember that it often comes with a heightened risk for respiratory viruses like COVID-19.1 Data from the past four years suggest COVID-19 …
5 easy kitchen and bath upgrades to wow holiday guests
(BPT) - Ready to host for the holidays? Whether you're planning parties and/or welcoming visitors to your home during this festive season, you probably want to make a great impression. Ahead of this …
Small business owner, teacher or remote worker? How to set yourself up for success in 2025
(BPT) - Sponsored by Office Depot OfficeMaxAs 2024 winds down, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past year and set intentions and goals to conquer next year. Whether you're a small business …
Gear Up for Holiday Road Trips with Winter Prep Tips from Mercury Insurance
(BPT) - As the holiday season gets underway, millions of Americans are planning road trips to visit loved ones or enjoy seasonal getaways. AAA projects that nearly 80 million travelers will journey …
42% of Americans say they’ll regift to save money this holiday season
(BPT) - New research from Empower explores how America is "spending" the holidays.Key takeaways:84% of Americans report there is at least one topic they'd want to avoid at the holiday dinner table …
Lifestyle stories from the web

How to stay fit during the holidays: Science-backed tips

Hers shares science-backed ways to maintain fitness this holiday season.

Top holiday food and drink ranked via national poll, online ordering data

Instacart shares the top festive foods, treats, and drinks enjoyed by Americans ahead of and during the holidays.

How holiday betting pools are changing family sports traditions

BangTheBook breaks down the evolution of holiday betting tools in the era of technology, and how they are redefining family traditions.

The Science of Flexibility: Innovative Technology in Eyewear

The Science of Flexibility: Innovative Technology in Eyewear

(NewsUSA) - The advancements made in eyewear over the years have been shaped by innovative materials designed to be stylish, durable, and flexible. Today’s optical frames are far more than just …

Marine Toys for Tots Kicks Off Holiday Campaign

Marine Toys for Tots Kicks Off Holiday Campaign

(NewsUSA) - As the holiday season arrives, Marine Toys for Tots stands ready to assist millions of children in need across the Nation—providing hope and joy through toys, books, and other …

Tenth Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week Highlights Success and Opportunity with Registered Apprenticeship

Tenth Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week Highlights Success and Opportunity with Registered Apprenticeship

(NewsUSA) - This year marks the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), which will take place from November 17-23!NAW 2024 includes over 2,000 apprenticeship events and proclamations in all …

Navigating Changes as a Family

(Family Features) Every family experiences changes. Some are planned, others are unexpected. Some are joyful, others are marked by pain or uncertainty.

Reap the Rewards of Shared Family Meals

(Family Features) Addressing the epidemic of loneliness can be as easy as sharing one more meal with family members each week. This National Family Meals Month, commit yourself to reaping the benefits of shared meals.

5 Reasons Family Meals are a Recipe for Success

(Family Features) Address the epidemic of loneliness by joining the Family Meals Movement and sharing a meal with friends and family today.

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A Jewish woman lights a candle for the festival of Hanukkah at the Western Wall Plaza in Jerusalem.

This Hanukkah, learn about the holiday’s forgotten heroes: Women

The Jewish festival of Hanukkah, which in 2022 begins on the evening of Dec. 18, focuses on the story of the male Maccabees. But women are also heroes in histories from that era, including Judith and Hannah.

The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas

Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.

Natural beauty products: What does the label really mean?

Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Teen Vogue dive into the meaning of "nature" and "natural" within the beauty consumerism context.

Identity theft can happen to anyone, but you can take steps to protect yourself.

Is Your Identity Safe? What To Do If It’s Not

by Mariana Raymond of Truecaller (NAPSI)—Identity theft is becoming more common, affecting people from all walks of life—but you can protect yourself.   The Problem Scammers are always …

Helpful Hints for the Holidays

(Family Features) Gift-giving during the holiday season shouldn't be stressful. In fact, finding gifts for your loved ones should be as much fun as giving (and receiving) them.

Simple Hacks to Make the Holidays Merrier (and Cheaper)

(NAPSI)—The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but when the average American is spending nearly $1,000 on gifts, food, and decorations, they can also be the most stressful. For many, …

Why Shopping Small is Always in Style

(BPT) - By Sarah Acton, Chief Customer Officer at BILLImagine your neighborhood without any small coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops or craft stores. Would it even have the same feel and …

5 tactics for shoppers this holiday season

(BPT) - Thanksgiving is late this year, so the holiday shopping season is approaching faster than ever. As you're making out your gift list, are you concerned about inflation? Amid global …

How to keep stress from impacting your health this holiday season

(BPT) - The holiday season is a joyful time, but it can also be hectic, bringing with it unique mental stressors like juggling to-do lists, managing budgets and navigating family dynamics.To help …

In a deep-red state, this lieutenant's blueprint for removing guns from abusers is spreading
The Trace spotlights Lieutenant Valerie Martinez-Jordan, who has trained over 2,000 officers in a Louisiana program that prevents abusers from accessing firearms, even as federal laws become looser.
With Texas' paper-based voter registration system, applications get lost in the shuffle
Votebeat reports that Texas' lawmakers have resisted efforts to expand online voter registration options while some people who filled out forms find out too late that they never made it onto the rolls.
HIV isn't the death sentence it once was: How related deaths are dropping in the US
Stacker analyzed data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to identify drops in HIV-related deaths and look at the causes and impacts.
Where family and resident councils are most common in US nursing homes
Caring.com analyzed CMS data to show the prevalence of protected resident interest groups in nursing homes and provide tips for starting one.
Onlookers watch Notre Dame Cathedral burn on April 14, 2019.
Notre Dame reopens in Paris 5 years after fire – its reconstruction preserves the past and illuminates France’s modern ambitions
For the French, the 850-year-old Gothic cathedral has been both a source of inspiration and a symbol of the nation’s glorious past.