If you’re planning a garage sale soon, you may want to watch out for garage sale vultures! They’re resellers who spot valuable items and flip them for profit. And while their tactics aren’t illegal, you should be aware in case you’re holding onto something of value. These shoppers tend to be aggressive, buy in bulk, and may call ahead to…
Young singles are ditching dating apps and looking for love in an unexpected place—the grocery store. Gen Z has turned “speed-shopping” into a viral dating trend on TikTok. The trick is to head to the grocery store during the unofficial dating hour from 7 pm to 8 pm. You then signal you’re single by placing an upside-down pineapple in your…
According to a new study, dogs can recall the name of a toy even after not playing with it for up to two years. This was tested by asking dogs to fetch specific toys from a lineup that included decoys. Research showed that they could do this because they store the names of objects in their long-term memory. The test…
You might think bird baths are a harmless backyard feature in your yard. But it turns out, they can be more dangerous for birds than you might think. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds say that the best baths should have a depth no more than 4 inches with rocks or stones on top. This will give smaller…
We’ve all heard of celebrating weddings with friends through a bachelorette party, but have you ever considered taking the time to celebrate the occasion by yourself? Lifestyle writer Kristine Thomason shared her experience of having what she calls a “solorette party” to usher herself into the newest chapter of her life. What started as a plan to step back from…
If you search the internet you can find secret compartments in almost anything these days, including soda cans, hairbrushes, clocks, candles, books, pencils, and even light bulbs. And while these inventions can be fun for those hiding valuables, they’re also making it harder for police officers and airport security to do their jobs. Even teachers are finding it tough to…
Visiting someone’s home comes with its own set of unspoken rules, and etiquette experts are helping us out by listing some of the rudest things you can do in someone else’s house. The top 10 include touching or moving things, expecting a tour, overstaying your welcome, hiding a mess, snooping, bringing an uninvited guest, waiting until the last minute to…
Sometimes the best way to boost your mood is by doing nothing at all. Psychologists say setting aside “empty brain hours” is crucial for mental health and can even make you more efficient when it comes to getting things done. Experts recommend taking a walk or staring blankly at something, like art on the walls, but avoid using the time…
Did you know what you wear can directly impact your mood? Psychological experts call it “dopamine dressing,” and it’s all about choosing clothes that bring joy and lift your spirits. So when you wear something that makes you feel good, your brain releases dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical. For some, certain colors, patterns, and fabrics trigger emotional responses. For example green…
You might remember those viral videos of dogs using soundboard buttons to communicate with their owners. If you were skeptical back then, you might not be now. A new study has confirmed that dogs really do understand what those buttons mean! They aren’t just reading their owners’ body language—they’re actually processing the words and their meanings, whether they come from…
