Lifestyle
These 10 restaurant chains filed for bankruptcy this year
The Red Lobster logo is displayed outside of a closed restaurant in Torrance, California, on May 14, 2024. Patrick T. Fallon | Afp | Getty Images Restaurant bankruptcy filings have surged so far this year, echoing a broader rise in corporate bankruptcies across sectors. At least 10 restaurant chains, not including multi-unit franchisees, have filed […]
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Harvard-trained psychologist: 9 phrases people in healthy, thriving relationships don’t say
In functional romantic relationships, it’s psychologically healthy to feel a deep sense of belonging and attachment. However, becoming overly reliant on another person to feel whole, healed and secure is not only harmful to our wellbeing — it can damage relationships over time. This behavior is often referred to in mental health circles as codependency. […]
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You can buy mansions in these Mediterranean countries for the price of a studio in New York
The median price per square foot in Manhattan, NY is $1,500, according to My Dolce Casa. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images Manhattan, New York is infamous for being expensive. The city consistently ranks as one of the world’s most costly places to live in. Purchasing a 500-square-foot condo in New York City can […]
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Dexcom launches first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor. Here’s what it’s like
Zoom In IconArrows pointing outwards User wearing Stelo CGM from Dexcom. Courtesy of Dexcom Dexcom on Monday announced its new over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor Stelo is officially available for purchase in the U.S. Glucose is a type of sugar people receive from food, and it’s the body’s main source of energy. Continuous glucose monitors, or […]
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I’m from Japan, home to some of the world’s longest living people: The No. 1 beverage I drink every day
Growing up in Nara, Japan, surrounded by tea fields, matcha has always been a part of my life. The full aroma and the deep bitter and sweet umami taste of this vivid green tea evokes so much nostalgia for me. When I was in high school, I started taking formal tea ceremony lessons. It was […]
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This woman made up to $110,000 a year as a nanny for the ultra-rich. Here’s what she learned from the job
Stefanie Kiser Book: “Wanted: Toddler’s Personal Assistant”. Cover design by Jillian Rahn/Sourcebooks. Courtesy: Stefanie Kiser Stephanie Kiser came to New York City in 2014 as a new college graduate, hoping to become a screenwriter. Instead, she spent the next seven years as a nanny for wealthy families. Kiser’s new memoir, “Wanted: Toddler’s Personal Assistant: How […]
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Restaurants fight back against the FTC crackdown on ‘junk fees’ as diners balk at new charges
Leopatrizi | E+ | Getty Images Lawmakers want to crack down on “junk fees,” but restaurants are trying to stay out of the fight. Surcharges or fees covering everything from credit card processing to gratuities to “inflation” have become more popular on restaurant checks in recent years. Last year, 15% of restaurant owners added surcharges […]
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The big mistake that can leave you ‘highly disappointed’ with your vacation, says travel agent for billionaires
Jaclyn Sienna India knows how the mega-rich like to vacation — she’s the founder of a Sienna Charles, a members-only travel agency that caters to wealthy clients who take million-dollar trips around the world. India’s clients include Wall Street titans, tech VIPs and Hollywood tycoons with high standards and endless resources. But even billionaires make a […]
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Can a robot give a decent massage? We tested one at a luxury hotel in New York City
One step inside a spa’s dimly lit room, and I’m already anticipating a serene, therapeutic experience: an hour-long full-body massage that leaves me relaxed and revitalized. But a recent appointment at ila Only Spa at the luxurious Lotte New York Palace hotel didn’t resemble past spa experiences. Although a human escorted me into the room, […]
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‘The World’ is a luxury ship that travels the world full time — here’s how much an apartment on it costs
A floating apartment. A residential yacht. A holiday home that travels the globe. The World, a luxury liner, has many descriptions, but “cruise ship” is not one of them, said resident Jim Minarik. “The only thing that’s similar between the world and a cruise ship is they float on the water,” he said. “If our […]
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