How to use AI in your dating life responsibly and effectively
Whether you love or loathe generative AI chatbots, they’re becoming increasingly involved in the business of romance. There’s understandable skepticism about the technology’s place in dating. Still, a growing number of people are turning to AI as a de facto dating coach or relationship expert. Some use the technology to get guidance on creating a […]
How to grow and prepare herbs for tea
Drink a fragrant cup of herbal tea, and the intoxicating scent of steeped herbs might calm your mind before you even take a sip. Even better is when they come from your own backyard herb garden. Mine includes several ingredients for my daily cup, and they’re all easy to grow and prepare. Herbal teas are […]
South African found opportunity during COVID to plant vineyard at home
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Like millions of others, Natasha Jacka went stir-crazy during a COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, until it dawned on her that there might be great opportunity in having nowhere to go. Jacka used the pandemic and the suspension of her studies at an agricultural college to plant her own vineyard […]
How to invest consistently when you have an unpredictable income
Open this photo in gallery: Gig workers and freelancers often find themselves managing an unstable flow of income, where some months can be more prosperous than others.DARRYL DYCK/The Canadian Press Investing consistently can often pave the way to wealth in the long term. But that strategy may not feel like it’s achievable if you don’t […]
How to understand the basics of investing? Think about a herd of cows
Dear Nancy, I’m a new investor and I am just starting to earn money and save. Can you please explain the basics of how a person can make money through investing? Olivia Dear Olivia, There are two basic ways money makes money. Income, be it interest from a bank account, GIC, bond, etc – and […]
How to use money market funds in your portfolio
Money market funds are mutual funds that invest in short-term debt instruments with high credit quality, including US Treasury bills and short-term unsecured corporate-backed notes (aka commercial paper). Money market funds aim to sustain a net asset value of $1.00 per share while offering higher yields than bank savings accounts. What are the advantages and […]
How to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis
Experts wish more people spotted the signs earlier: feeling overwhelmed, not feeling “like yourself,” shifts in sleep, behavior and mood. The United States has a mental health problem, data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show. More young people, especially girls, are reporting poor mental health. And while the national suicide rate […]
How to be prepared, safe and happy during music festival season
NEW YORK (AP) — Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love. “Live music nourishes your soul and makes you feel truly alive,” says Chris Bro, host of the “Next” radio show in Maryland […]
How to avoid fast furniture without spending too much
NEW YORK (AP) — Furniture is one of the biggest hurdles during a move, because good dressers and couches are bulky and expensive. During a stressful time, it makes sense to crave something cheap delivered straight to your door. That’s where fast furniture comes in. These are simple pieces made with a mishmash of plastics, […]
Things to know if you are thinking of becoming pregnant later in life
Dr. Jacquelyn Means knew that being pregnant in her late 30s would be challenging. “It is definitely harder on your body. You just feel a lot more fatigued. There are certain complications to watch out for,” said Means, a Texas OB-GYN who had her first child at 37 and her second at 39. “It’s usually […]