Although the recession ended six years ago, many consumers are still finding themselves in debt due to credit card spending. Nearly one-quarter (24%) of Americans owe more money in credit card debt than they have saved for emergencies, according to Bankrate’s February Financial Security Index survey. But the problem with credit card debt is that […]

Chip Wilson, the founder of Lululemon Athletica, producer of women’s sports clothing, raised eyebrows and sparked ire last year when he blamed customer quality complaints on women’s body types, has finally stepped down from the company’s board. Problems began last year when a number of complaints popped up about the company’s expensive yoga pants. Customers […]

UPDATED 11/11/20 You know and love Channing Tatum as the charismatic star of “Magic Mike.” Besides exercise, nutrition, and learning complex dance moves, there is another secret to Magic Mike’s signature look of buff, stylish, and smooth sensuality: Waxing. Waxing for men has now come into its own. If you are interested in the look, then you can find […]

A new study from Merrill Lynch, in partnership with Age Wave, reveals that an incredible two-thirds, or 65%, of retirees say they are living in the best home of their lives. According to USA Today, this figure represents seniors who choose to stay in the home they’ve owned for most of their lives, as well […]

On Thursday, March 5th, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter announced his eighth and final annual budget proposal in front of the City Council. The proposal included a major 9.3% property tax increase for city residents in order to provide increased funding for specific city services and public school services. “The homeowners, taxpayers, parents, [and] city officials […]

The Crufts Dog Show is one of the world’s largest and most competitive canine conventions in the world. While most dog owners rely on hard work and discipline to win, others are willing to do whatever it takes. In its 123-year history, it’s seen competitors put chewed gum in dogs’ primped hair, and even laxatives […]

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) is one of the biggest consumers of energy in America. It’s estimated that air conditioning alone is responsible for 9 – 14% of the energy consumed by homes and buildings, meaning a huge portion of one’s monthly bills goes toward cooling the home. In a move to make air […]

The widow of a man killed in a hit-and-run accident in South Florida has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the alleged driver and his father, in whose name the car was registered. Walter Reyes and Henry Hernandez were bicycling on the Rickenbacker Causeway when they were struck by the Volkswagen Jetta driven by Alejandro […]

For years, patients and practitioners have stated that chiropractic medicine has an amazing effect on injuries and common problems, such as back pain. Now, a study from New Zealand has found significant amount of data to support this claim. This research suggests that chiropractic care could have an important role in maximizing athletic performance and […]