While we’ll have to wait until 2025 to see the majority of the changes, which include $2,000 annual caps on Medicare Part D out-of-pocket prescription drugs, it’s the perfect time for our experts to share four important things you need to know about Medicare right now as you can begin enrolling for benefits starting on October 15. 1. Make a plan to sign up (and don’t forget to do it) It may sound obvious, but not everyone remembers to sign up for Medicare, says Bobbi Rebell, a certified financial planner and author of Launching Financial Grownups....

One of the best way to gain a greater understanding? Read. That’s why we rounded up the best books about depression to inform, inspire, and help you feel less alone. Here are 40 books to help kickstart your healing. Books about depression Depression Hates a Moving Target by Nita Sweeney Many people who suffer with depression feel like they are a victim of their own thoughts, trapped in a downward spiral that seems never-ending....

As a parent, however, the prospect of hosting a slumber party can be kind of intimidating! How the heck are you supposed to keep a rowdy bunch of kids, tweens or teens occupied all night long? There are only so many movies they can watch! Well, luckily for you, we have put together a fun list of 40 things to do at a sleepover! Whether the pajama party is in celebration of your child’s birthday or is just a random weekend where you felt brave enough to supervise a group of kids who don’t all belong to you, the entertainment on this list will help tire them out so they fall asleep in their sleeping bags....

For many of us, having a plan of action when it comes to Christmas desserts not only helps us to stay organized, but tends to mean it will actually happen too. Christmas cookies might be everyone’s go-to when it comes to holiday sweet treats, but this year, let’s add some delicious, unique and super cute cupcakes to our dessert platters too! What Is The Most Popular Cupcake Flavor? Like most desserts, we all have our favorite cupcake....

If you don’t celebrate Hanukkah, you might wonder whether you’re supposed to give eight gifts for each night of celebration, or one big gift—and knowing whether to gift something Hanukkah-centric or not is also a common question. But fear not—anything goes! It’s truly the thought that counts. After all, Hanukkah at its core is about celebrating miracles and spending time with loved ones! Although eight days of celebrating sounds daunting, there’s no need to fret....

These chicken puns are also a great way to figure out if your little chicken nugget has all the fixings to become a comedi-hen of their own. Take a peek at our list to teach your kids some classic zingers and see if they can stretch their funny bone to make up their own! Whether you’re looking for a fun activity to play with your kids or just to give breakfast a little bit of humor, these chicken puns will have everyone cracking up....

From pampering Mother’s Day activity ideas, like serving her breakfast in bed, to unique Mother’s Day ideas that’ll melt her heart, like DIYing a scavenger hunt for her with a gift at the end, we promise she’ll love just about every idea and activity on this list. Things to Do for Mother’s Day Plan a picnic. Set up a scavenger hunt with a gift at the end. Decorate a pillowcase with fabric paints....

From goofy jokes about atoms to clever jokes about the periodic table, science-lovers will enjoy this big list of the best nerdy chemistry jokes just as much as a successfully executed chemistry experiment. Here are 50 funny chemistry jokes and puns that are guaranteed to make nerdy joke-lovers totally geek out. And trust us, to them, that’s a good thing! 50 Chemistry Jokes Lose an electron? Gotta keep an ion it....

The Kwanzaa holiday honors the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles, of African culture. These are Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity) and Imani (faith). It’s a fantastic time for reflection, goal-setting and family. Whether or not you personally celebrate Kwanzaa, you may be searching for the perfect words to share with those who do. These Happy Kwanzaa greetings will bring smiles to their recipients, as well as show your respect and reverence for the holiday and culture that it celebrates....

While New Year celebrations usually incorporate champagne, the infamous countdown and Times Square ball drop, glitz and glitter, and chats about upcoming resolutions, the greatest part of celebrating a new year is appreciating the people near and dear to you. Whether those nearest and dearest are the group you’ll be ringing in the new year with, the coworkers you see daily, the family who’s been by your side since birth, the friends who are just a quick FaceTime away, or the significant other in your life—there are special Happy New Year wishes for them all....

Thankfully you don’t need to go big or go home (or broke). They say the best things come in small packages, but we say the best things come in small packages and under $10. We’ve gathered 50 of the best budget-friendly gift ideas that are $10 at maximum and perfect for the holidays, whether you’re looking to fill up some stockings or simply don’t want to break the bank. Either way, these gifts are on-trend and a great way to show care for all of the loved ones in your life....

Will the Fraser family stay on Fraser’s Ridge? How will the looming Revolutionary War impact their decisions? And most importantly, will we see more “intimate moments” between Claire and Jamie? To tide us over until we find out, check out these exciting tidbits. Better than an Outlander wiki, discover little-known details about the show, weird quirks about its stars, random trivia and must-know info for every Sassenach. Outlander trivia 1....

Best Vegan Ice Cream Love tropical flavors? You’ll enjoy the pineapple and coconut-infused vegan ice cream recipes. Citrus fan? Plenty of oranges here! And everyone loves chocolate ice cream, so why not whip up some in your blender in minutes? Finally, your summertime ice cream break can be healthy, as evidenced by these 53 vegan recipes. Many of these good-for-you treats can even be served as breakfast or lunch, like banana blender ice cream, blueberry, mango, and banana breakfast pops, green tea sandwiches and more....

Fun Bridal Shower Themes Coming up with a theme gives you focus on all of the other details of a bridal shower. It’s the best way to start your shower planning and narrow down your choices to make everything cohesive. 1. Breakfast at Tiffany’s Bridal Shower Theme All you need is some Tiffany blue, little black dresses, pearls and an elegant brunch to pull off a Breakfast at Tiffany’s shower. Throw in some faux diamond decor and champagne to really put on the glam....

If you need another reason to hit the gym, how about this: The mental benefits of exercise are just as major as the gains you’ll get for your body. Just ask Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D. Known as much for her storytelling as her work in health psychology, McGonigal is translating the neuroscience behind fitness into practical strategies for health and happiness. In her book, The Joy of Movement, McGonigal inspires readers to move—and love it....

To start, God’s amazing love toward us is a perfect example of how we should love others. Though undeserving, we are loved in the most incredible way. When we see and read about the love we have been given, our response begins with deep gratitude. This gratitude gives way to joy which then makes it easier to set foot on the path to love others—even our enemies! Bible Verses About Unconditional Love “This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins....

The 50 cheese puns we’ve come up with can be used wherever they fit. Maybe at a party, family gathering, or for an Instagram caption. Cheese-lovers alike will always crack a smile at a good cheese pun, and they’re age-appropriate for any occasion. We did our best to not make these puns sound cheesy, but sometimes we couldn’t help ourselves. Whether you’re just looking for a slice, or going for the whole block, these cheese puns should get a laugh out of even the most casual cheese-lover....

One of the best things about did you know facts is that they’re so easy to share with others! A fun did you know factoid can be quickly texted to an old friend or as a conversation starter with new acquaintances. From strange laws to random historical tidbits, these interesting, cool and totally surprising did you know facts will fascinate you and your friends! 75 Did You Know Facts Did you know it’s illegal to feed pigeons on the sidewalks and streets in San Francisco?...

Purim takes place annually on the 14th day of the Hebrew month of Adar. Not only is it an important day historically for Jews, it’s also a day to celebrate! Purim is all about festivities, family, and giving back to others. Key elements of the celebration include masquerading, eating traditional foods such as Hamantaschen, drinking wine, and taking part in the Megillah reading, Purim spiel dramatizations, and Torah learning. Purim is a great day to reconnect with friends and family and give back to your community through gifts and charity as prescribed by the Book of Esther....

Leonardo (The CW) Can’t get enough of the Renaissance in Leonardo (about da Vinci’s genius and personal drama)? Maggie O’Farrell takes you to 16th-century Italy in The Marriage Portrait (September 6, Knopf), $28, about a young duchess married off at 15 who is sure her husband wants her dead. House of the Dragon (HBO Max) George R.R. Martin’s dragon-riding House Targaryen is back in the highly anticipated Game of Thrones prequel....