I’m 27 and my husband is 32. We’re starting to think about saving for retirement. He has a 401(k) at work, but I’m a hairstylist at a small salon that doesn’t offer any retirement benefits. What’s the best way for me to save? —A Reader Dear Reader, Starting to save for retirement early is one of the most important things you can do, so kudos for some smart thinking. At your age, if you save just 10-15 percent of your annual income from now until you reach retirement age, you should be in pretty good financial shape....

Dear Noah, Next week, you’ll begin one of the most exciting journeys of your life as you walk through the door of your kindergarten classroom for the very first time. You might see tears in my eyes as you move away from me; you might even see my chin wobble a bit as I try to hold back the emotion. But don’t worry; I’m not sad. I’m proud. I’m so proud of everything you are, and of the enthusiasm with which you’re facing this next big adventure....

“It is with mutual love and respect that we have decided to go our separate ways," the 30-year-old Katie wrote on Instagram. “We are so grateful for the moments we shared together and the entire journey that has unfolded this year, but we ultimately have concluded that we are not compatible as life partners, and it is the most caring choice for both of us to move forward independently. We ask for kindness and privacy as we both navigate this transition....

Beggin’—the treat dogs go bonkers for—is hooking up dog parents with some savory merch this holiday season. On Wednesday, the Purina brand of pet food and snacks announced the rollout of its merch store, The Beggin’ Swag Shop, which includes festive new holiday sweaters for humans. The cozy sweater features winter motifs and the Beggin’ logo and can be purchased on shopbeggin.com for $49.99 (+$7 for shipping & handling), while supplies last....

Grab decadent candles with luxurious scents in gorgeous jars. Pick up snuggly blankets that’ll keep anyone warm all throughout the chilly winter nights. Or choose elaborate serving trays with amazing prints and mugs that go great when filled with yummy hot cocoa. Whatever you’re looking for that you think anyone you’re shopping for will love, save precious time by buying online and getting everything at Anthropologie so you can wrap it all up and give it just in time to everyone on your nice list....

Whether you’ve already pulled all your decorations out of storage or have no clue where to start, we’ve done our research and mapped out the best Christmas tree farms that every state has to offer! Check out this list to see where the best Christmas tree farm is in your area and get ready to fully embrace the festive holiday spirit. Best Christmas Tree Farms in Every State 1. Alabama To really get into the Christmas spirit, check out Fish River Trees in Summerdale....

Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. You’re in luck this year with Wayfair’s Cyber Monday sale. You can snap up a variety of different pieces of holiday decor right now for under $50, from beautiful Christmas wine glasses to fun and whimsical outdoor decorations you won’t want to take down....

We have to start with Michael’s reveal of the alliance he’s been working with in his goodbye message. What’s your reaction to that, and does that make you view him or the people in it differently?I kind of called that when Monte was HoH, when he put me on the block as a pawn. My reaction was like, “Come on, you knew that girl! And you didn’t do anything about it....

You attempted to call Kyle out for lying in front of the rest of the group only to get challenged by him Turner and Alyssa. What was going through your head as that meeting carried out?I wasn’t necessarily trying to call Kyle out. But I already knew that he pushed a narrative in betraying me and he built a certain story. I was behind on time because I was trying to prolong putting that information out there....

Will the side effects be similar to the other COVID vaccines? Here’s what you can expect, according to doctors. How the Bivalent Booster Works This new booster targets the original COVID-19 strain as well as the newer omicron subvariants which are the dominant ones such as BA4/BA5. The benefit of this is that you get immunity to the original SARS COV-2 virus as well as newer variants that can sometimes evade vaccine immunity and are more contagious, Purvi Parikh, MD, explains....

“A game like Boom Again is all about what we have in common, the things we all experienced,” says Brian Hersch, creator of the pop-culture trivia game Boom Again. Still need to be convinced? Here are 10 benefits of board games—both physical and mental—that will give you a good reason to grab your friends and family and start playing. 1. Board Games Can Help Improve Mood What better way to elevate your spirits than by doing something you enjoy, like playing your favorite board game....

Now, another show of hands: Who correctly guessed that he’d turn out to be a big such a huge movie star? Over the course of his film career, Cooper has racked up an eye-popping eight Academy Award nominations while charming his ever-growing legion of fans in films likeSilver Linings Playbook, American Sniper and American Hustle—and then he wowed critics and crowds all over again when he not only starred in, but also co-wrote and directed the huge hit that was 2018’s A Star Is Born remake....

On Monday, Sept. 12, Spears posted a quote graphic on the social platform, which read, “I found there was only one way to look thin: hang out with fat people.” The ‘Toxic" singer used the caption to lament her lack of control throughout the duration of her conservatorship, writing, “I wish I could have chosen the nannies for my children … my dancers … I mean if I had Christina Aguilera’s dancers I would have looked extremely small 💃💃💃… I mean why not talk about it ?...

“I understand that as first-time parents, you may get easily upset about things like this cough, but really, it’s fine.” The doctor on call at the urgent care clinic said this with a hint of annoyance on his face and in his tone. I could tell that he probably got his fair share of nervous and excitable new parents who were hyper-vigilant about every little thing their children experienced and that he was over it....

Sadly, one member of the British patrol who had no interest in putting up with a know-it-all French kid pinned Fergus down and cut off his hand with a sword. After the soldiers departed, Jamie raced down the hill, saved Fergus’ life by tying off his arm to stop the bleeding, and later vowed to look after him ever after, which Jamie has done in the years since to the best of his ability....

The “Havana” singer pulled out all of the stops for the second to last episode of the reality competition series, where she donned an elaborate black sheer gown featuring a corset-style top, floral embroidery, and ruffled layers. The corset top was made with a mesh fabric, each panel connected by boning to give it its shape. Lace florals and leaves were strategically placed across the top. At the waist, one-half of the skirt fell in several layers, each ending in a ruffled style, while the other half stuck out sort of like a stiff ballet tutu, dripping with more lacey florals....

What keeps you coming back to the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries, which you’ve been making since 2015? They’re fun. Aurora can be tough; she’s smart and intelligent, I love the stunt work and the action parts. And the character development keeps it feeling fresh for me because it keeps evolving. What have you learned from playing Aurora? She’s a very determined person. I am too, but she’s a little more outward....

So, what makes this particular pepper so special? One of the main ingredients in cayenne pepper is capsaicin, known for its powerful healing abilities. It’s also the ingredient that makes cayenne peppers spicy. When applied topically as a cream or ointment, capsaicin can offer pain relief by changing how your body processes pain. It’s true! What is cayenne pepper? From the Capsicum Anuum family, cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper found in fresh, fried and powdered forms....

“Bipolar disorder, sometimes referred to as manic-depressive disorder, is [a condition] characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels,” the NIMH explains. “These shifts in mood and energy levels are more severe than the normal ups and downs that are experienced by everyone… [and they can] affect a person’s ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.” Here are 10 celebrities who live with (and have spoken out about ) bipolar disorder....

Sometimes, the best plays in Big Brother are often the ugliest ones. And beauty queen Shanna Moakler was keenly aware of this. As the house this season became starkly divided from the jump, she proceeded to do her own jumping, wanting to make sure she was good on both sides of the line in the sand. When she finally committed to one group, she felt confident she could see things through to the end game....