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8.7 Million Eye Candy: The Most Expensive Met Gala Jewelry Revealed

Ami Ciccone / May 7th, 2024 / No Comments

When Hollywood, sports, and business elite descend upon New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art for the 2024 Met Gala, it’s bound to be a night of glamour hosted by Anna Wintour herself to benefit the Costume Institute. This year, co-chairs Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth orchestrated a dazzling spectacle around the “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion”...

Posted in: Entertainment and Leisure

18 School Lunches That Are Pure Nostalgia

Andy Ford / May 7th, 2024 / No Comments

Do you ever look at your perfectly portioned adult lunch and think, “Man, I’d trade this quinoa salad for a mystery meatloaf in a heartbeat”? If so, then welcome to the club! Those of us who grew up in the era of beige lunch trays and questionable mystery meats have a special appreciation for the unique (and sometimes dubious) world of school cafeteria food. These weren’t gourmet...

Posted in: Food and Grocery

Saved $1 Million for Retirement? Here’s Where Your Money Will Last the Longest Around the U.S.

Andy Ford / May 7th, 2024 / No Comments

Congratulations! You’ve reached retirement age with a nest egg of $1 million. Now comes the fun part: deciding where to spend your golden years. But before you dive into that bucket list that’s been lying around for a lifetime, here’s a tip! The cost of living can vary dramatically across the U.S., meaning that a million bucks could translate to a life of luxury in one place or a...

Posted in: Retirement

How to Negotiate a Raise When You’re Over 50

Andy Ford / May 6th, 2024 / No Comments

Salary negotiations can be nerve-wracking at any age. But for those over 50, there can be an added layer of anxiety. A recent AARP survey found that 60% of workers over 50 believe age discrimination has impacted their wages or job security. But it doesn’t have to hold you back! These battle-tested tactics can help you confidently negotiate the raise you deserve: Know Your Worth Before entering...

Posted in: Career and Work