What to know and how to avoid crowds in Rome this year
Vatican City is the world’s smallest country by size and population. That’s not stopping an estimated 32 million travelers from visiting this year for Jubilee 2025, a year-long global celebration among those of the Catholic faith. The Jubilee is a time of pilgrimage, prayer, reflection and a renewal of faith, said Jubilee spokesperson Caterina Rigoni. […]
How to get to Komodo Island? Jetstar Asia to fly from Singapore
Jetstar Asia will launch direct flights linking Singapore to Labuan Bajo, the Indonesian town considered the “gateway” to Komodo National Park, the company said. The park, a UNESCO Heritage Site inscribed in 1991, is home to several thousand Komodo dragons, the largest species of lizard in the world, according to UNESCO. Komodo National Park is […]
How to tell someone 'no' and not feel guilty about it, from an Ivy League behavioral scientist
If you find saying "no" daunting, try to stop thinking about how the other person will respond, says Cornell University behavioral scientist … Source link
How to win at rock, paper, scissors — use this ‘psychological’ strategy
So much winning. A game designer has revealed his strategy for triumphing over an opponent in a game of rock, paper, scissors. New Yorker Nick Metzler, or @nickmetzler1 on TikTok, recently took to the popular social media site to share a tactic that he said should work nearly half of the time. In the one-minute […]
Bird flu is a growing threat to pets — here’s how to protect your furry friends
The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets. Bird flu has been spreading for years in wild birds, chickens, turkeys and many other animals. It was first confirmed in U.S. dairy cattle in March. The virus has been […]
Cats can get sick with bird flu. Here’s how to protect them
The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets. Bird flu has been spreading for years in wild birds, chickens, turkeys and many other animals. It was first confirmed in U.S. dairy cattle in March. […]
How to prioritize year-end gifts, from etiquette experts
Whether you call it “tip creep” or “tipflation,” it’s clear that Americans are being asked to tip more and more — and they’re tired of it. Some 6 in 10 adults view tipping negatively, and 35% say things have gotten “out of control,” according to a survey from Bankrate earlier this year. And it’s no wonder […]
How to relax and embrace a less-than-perfect holiday by doing less
NEW YORK (AP) — We all know the stressors: Social obligations. Family discord. Political rifts. Financial stress. And the desire to stay cheery and big-hearted throughout. So here’s a reminder about how to banish your inner perfectionist and truly enjoy the holiday season: “It really helps to let go of some of the ‘shoulds’,” says […]
CFP on how to avoid overspending during the holidays: Top tips
From Black Friday to the end of the year, it can feel like there’s a constant pull to spend, spend, spend on an endless number of parties, gifts and events. Without careful oversight, it can be easy to go overboard. As a money editor and certified financial planner professional, spending too much is something I […]
How To Find And Live Your Dream Life Like Most People Can’t
How to find and live your dream life like most people can’t getty Most people drift through their days doing what others expect of them. They work jobs they hate, live where they happen to be, and spend time with whoever crosses their path. Their choices aren’t choices at all; they’re defaults decided by someone […]