People’s heads aren’t the only places you can live rent-free. An enterprising Scottish woman is bypassing extortionate housing costs by living rent-free in a shipping container — where her expenses total just over $330 per month. “It’s amazing to see my ideas coming together,” Robyn Swan, 33, told South West News Service of her unconventional … Read more
The average American has already mentally spent more than half of their paycheck before it lands in their account, according to a new survey. The survey polled 2,000 employed Americans who make less than $75,000 per year and explored where this money goes, revealing the “anatomy” of a paycheck. Between mismatched living costs and salary … Read more
She doesn’t provide any bang for her buck. OnlyFans’ top earner and virgin Sophie Rain has revealed how she plans to invest over $40 million in earnings — and claims she’s on track to earn big next year, too. “All I can hope for is at least the same amount that I made the first … Read more
It’s berry nuts. New Yorkers are waiting as long as two hours in the cold for a $25 cup of strawberries, chocolate and pistachio cream. At the bustling Bryant Park Winter Village, the Strawberro booth is drawing huge lines for its berry desserts. It’s flagship offering is the $25 “Dubai Chocolate” with berries, melted Belgian … Read more
They’re putting the “tide” in Yuletide. A UK family that lives on a sailboat is spending a minimalist Christmas at sea complete with sea shell gifts, fresh-caught fish, and surfing. “For presents, we keep things minimal, focusing on small, practical items or experiences,” Stephanie Stevens, 35, told Kennedy News of their unlikely Xmas tradition. “These simple … Read more
A British mom and son spent just $150 on a day trip — to Africa. Melanie Evans, 42, thought a quick day out to Morocco would be the perfect way to get a taste of the country, to see if she liked it. She hopped on a 5:45pm flight from Manchester with 12-year-old son Max … Read more
The holidays aren’t cheap: The average American will spend over $2,000 this season, according to a recent study. The survey of 2,000 Americans who celebrate a winter holiday examined the cost breakdown of the holiday season — as well as how Americans have been impacted by 2024’s financially challenging climate. According to the results, the … Read more
’Tis the season of giving — and spending. Americans will be forking over an average of $1,014 for gifts this Yuletide, according to Gallup’s 2024 holiday spending estimates. That’s a 9% jump over 2023, when shoppers dropped an average of $923. The rise comes courtesy of inflation, experts say — a nagging problem that has significantly impacted … Read more
Sarah Falls wanted to be savvy this Christmas. The mom-of-three set a budget of $97 to spend on presents for her kids. Instead of visiting department stores, the Northern Territory mom has been trawling thrift shops for gifts for her kids, aged four, two and seven months. When she shared her bargain hauls on TikTok, she was stunned by the criticism … Read more
Leaving Las Vegas wasn’t so lucky for these tourists. A Canadian couple is protesting WestJet airlines after a cut-and-dry flight home from Las Vegas, Nevada, nearly turned into a week-long Odyssey from hell. “I thought this was a mistake,” Andrew Korchacov, 44, from Terrace, B.C., told the National Post while recalling the extreme jet lag. … Read more
Experts say that if your sex life is less than sizzling, try cleaning up your bedroom. “Studies show that clutter kills libido. A messy and disorganized space can cause stress, which is not good for our sex life,” sex educator Portia Brown explained to The Guardian. “You may find yourself thinking, ‘Why haven’t I put away that laundry?’ instead … Read more
Let’s face facts — for many New Yorkers, Botox is now an essential part of one’s regular beauty routine. But how much a facial sculpting fanatic will spend on the cosmetic treatments in a lifetime varies greatly depending on which borough they’re in, a recent analysis conducted by Certainly Health and shared with The Post revealed. … Read more
Costco might be known for giving their customers the most bang for their buck, but it turns out that you’re spending money with each minute you spend in the store. Anyone who has been to Costco knows the feeling: You go to pick up specific items and end up leaving with a cart full of … Read more
A good roll in the hay shouldn’t take all day. Humping and pumping for hours on end is a sex-ercise in futility, according to new data which claims sexually active sweethearts can achieve euphoria in less time than it takes to do a high-intensity workout. “Americans and Britons who are sexually satisfied prefer sex to last around 35 … Read more
The future of dating apps in New York won’t just be online. The League — which vets everyone on the app — has launched a series of upscale events in New York, including in the Hamptons and at the US Open, to make in-person events a key piece of the service. “It’s the beginning of … Read more
A mom lets her kids spend up to ten hours a day on screens and says parents shouldn’t feel guilty about it. Jay Whitfield, 37, has always been “relaxed” about her children sitting in front of the TV and playing on their iPads. The mom-of-two doesn’t limit how much her son, 7, or her daughter, … Read more
Hey, we’re sightseeing here! NYC visitors have their work cut out for them, with so much to see and do — but when a local website asked New Yorkers to help out with suggestions for the “so-called “perfect day” in the Big Apple, a barrage of differing opinions threatened to leave tourists more overwhelmed than ever. … Read more
Back-to-school can be an exciting time, but preparing kids for a return to the classroom requires a lot of time — and money — from parents. According to a new survey, moms and dads are increasingly worried about many aspects of back-to-school season — from ensuring that school requirements are met, affecting 49% of parents, … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My mother, who is 69, recently moved close to where my wife and I live to be near us as she ages. On the whole, this has been great for all of us. Mom is in good health and still very active. She walks every day and takes care of her house and … Read more
Americans are so focused on saving money that four in 10 are more likely to bring up a recent spend in conversation if they scored a good deal on it — so they can brag about their find. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 general population Americans, which revealed 42% want to chat … Read more