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Lifestyle



We were promised that plastic waste would be recycled into new products, but most of America’s plastic ends up burned, buried, or shipped overseas.

Consumers were told that recycling programs would save the planet. But the reality is that plastic recycling isn't economically viable, and the system was built more on marketing slogans than economic reality.
December 19, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

Everybody makes these mistakes when they budget for Christmas—but not this year!

If you avoid these classic Christmas mistakes, you'll also avoid the January financial hangover.
December 10, 2025 Miles Rook

Benjamin Careathers drank Red Bull, but when he saw no physical or mental improvement, he sued the energy drink for false advertising.

In 2013, Red Bull was hit by a class action lawsuit that challenged the brand’s claims of boosting mental and physical performance.
December 9, 2025 Jane O'Shea

Sports betting is now a multibillion-dollar growth industry, but 95% of people who bet lose money over the long term.

Sports betting was effectively legalized in 2018 and the industry has grown faster than anyone anticipated.
December 4, 2025 Quinn Mercer

I just moved into our house yesterday and the guy next door is already demanding that I pay for half of the fence he put in six months ago. Now what?

A neighbor shouldn't be asking you to pay half the cost of a fence installed months before you moved in, but it's still important to confirm your legal standing.
December 3, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

My dad retired, then started three side hustles. Is that retirement, or denial?

Discover why some retirees dive into multiple side hustles and how to support a parent who can’t stop working after retirement. This engaging guide explores identity, purpose, balance, and healthy boundaries—helping you understand whether your dad’s new ventures are reinvention, denial, or simply modern retirement.
December 18, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My landlord sold the building without warning and the new owner wants to evict long-term tenants first. That includes me. What now?

Your landlord sold the building and the new owner plans to evict long-term tenants. We look at your rights, timelines, and protections for a situation like this.
December 1, 2025 Penelope Singh

The Pros And Cons Of Becoming A Flight Attendant In 2026

The career of a flight attendant is full of fascinating travel opportunities, as long as you can handle the demands of the job.
November 26, 2025 Sasha Wren

I let my roommate’s boyfriend stay with us. He doesn't have a job or contribute rent, and refuses to leave. Am I allowed to evict him myself?

You let your roommate invite her boyfriend to crash at your shared apartment, but months later he’s still there, unemployed and not paying rent. Naturally you’re wondering if you can legally launch him out of there.
November 26, 2025 Quinn Mercer

My brother’s constantly broke but spends hundreds on sports bets. He wants to move in with me rent-free but only “for a little while.” What now?

Few situations test your patience like a sibling who’s broke, irresponsible with money, and now asking to move in with you. We look at how you can help without compromising your finances.
November 11, 2025 Quinn Mercer

My husband hid over $100K in gambling debts while I thought he had the money invested. At 55, our retirement is off-track. What happens next?

It can be devastating to discover hidden debt if you're in your 50s, but there are steps you can take to protect your future and your retirement.
October 29, 2025 Sammy Tran

The Growing Synthetic Diamond Industry Could Spell The End Of Diamond Mining

With synthetic or lab-grown diamonds becoming more affordable, the traditional diamond trade is facing a major challenge.
October 22, 2025 Alex Summers