Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – Andrew “Andy” Horn has always had an independent spirit. “I knew I was going to see the world.” The oldest of six kids, growing up in Chicago, his desire to travel was sparked at an early age and drove his interest in joining […]
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Navigate the Sea of Financial Advice with 4 Tried-and-True Savings Tips
(BPT) – By Holly O’Neill, President, Retail Banking Social media has become a hub of personal finance advice, giving rise to countless trends from soft saving to loud budgeting to cash stuffing. On TikTok alone, #FinTok has amassed over 4.9 billion views. If the abundance of content is any indication of people’s curiosity around personal […]
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How to clean your home and live more sustainably
(BPT) – Do you want to live more sustainably but don’t know where to start? Leading a sustainable life doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, you can make a difference right at home. This Earth Month, celebrate by taking stock of products you use every day that may contribute to worldwide pollution: cleaning supplies. […]
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Clear the Air of Indoor Pollutants This Spring
(NAPSI)—In the Spring, people often focus on the outdoors when it comes to air quality. But indoor air quality (IAQ) is also a crucial aspect of overall health and well-being. Unbeknownst to many, common pollutants can lurk inside homes, affecting health in subtle yet significant ways. Here are some of the most prevalent indoor pollutants […]
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Inspiring Ideas for Your New Home
(Family Features) Moving into a new home offers an opportunity to create a space that reflects your family’s values, enhances comfort and is better for the environment. Whether you’re shopping for a new home, renovating your current space or building from scratch, consider some of the latest trends while searching for inspiration. Home Automation From […]
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Safety Tips to Get Your Garage Ready for Spring
(Family Features) When you throw open the windows to welcome spring breezes, you’ll likely be spending more time with the garage door open, too. Make access to your outdoor equipment safer with these tips to get your garage ready for spring. Organizing clutter accumulated during months of lesser use is part of the process. Spring […]
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Treatment Options to Help Overcome Knee Pain for Sports Enthusiasts
(Family Features) Millions of people experience chronic pain, with knee pain among the most common. Athletes and active adults know the impact activities like running and skiing can have on their knees, but when chronic knee pain makes it difficult to do those activities, or even day-to-day tasks like walking up the stairs, people may […]
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7 Garden Growing Basics for Beginners
(Family Features) Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s a project even a beginner can tackle with ease. Consider these tips to start growing your at-home […]
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2 Changes You May Notice at Your Next Dentist Appointment
(StatePoint) Practices in oral and overall health care continually advance to keep you well. Here are two changes affecting dental care you might notice at your next visit. 1. Updated recommendations for dental X-rays. In the past, when your dentist took X-rays of your teeth, you probably wore a leaded apron or thyroid collar. That […]
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How to Build an Energy-Efficient Home
(Family Features) Whether it’s your primary objective or a secondary benefit, creating an energy-efficient living space is a smart choice for homeowners. Sustainable architecture and materials can help ensure you rely less on limited resources while reducing the cost of operating your home. These green ideas range from relatively simple to major undertakings, but they […]