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I went on an ultra-luxury cruise that sails with up to 68 passengers at a time. I loved it, but it's not for everyone.

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I tried eating the same dinner for 2 weeks straight, and there were so many benefits that I'd totally do it again

I had the same dinner every night for two weeks and thought my body felt better and loved that it took away the stress of cooking.

Travel

A handsome stranger convinced me to travel to Barcelona. We lasted only 3 days, but I've now lived here for 4 years.

I met a hot stranger on vacation who invited me to Barcelona. We didn't last long, but I fell in love with the city and have now lived here for years.

Food

I tried McDonald's spicy chicken nuggets and think they should be added permanently to the menu

McDonald's spicy chicken nuggets are back in select stores for a limited time.

Travel

A high view of Paris skyline with Eiffel Tower and trees in autumn leaf colors

A travel expert who has been to 55 countries says these pricey destinations are better during the fall shoulder season

Health

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5 minutes of exercise can help lower your blood pressure, new research suggests

Taking the stairs, biking, or running for less than 30 minutes a day can lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Travel

Author Paige DiFiore smiling in Hotel Clermont hotel room in front of green velvet-headboard bed and artwork above it

I stayed at one of Atlanta's most beautiful hotels. It's above a strip club that celebrities love and has an incredible restaurant.

The historic Atlanta hotel has a famous strip club below it and a great Michelin-recommended restaurant, Tiny Lou's.

Parenting

I was a teen dad on food stamps. Now that I'm a multimillionaire, teaching my kids to appreciate money is really difficult.

John Wetmore's first child was born when he was a senior in high school. His youngest has a very different life compared to his oldest child.

Travel

Our luxurious vacation cost 1 million credit-card points and $12,000. We spent 14 days in Europe and never flew less than business class.

I used almost a million credit-card points to take my family of four on a two-week trip across Europe. We flew first class and stayed at nice hotels.

Parenting

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My mom moved in with me for the first 30 days of my baby's life. She feeds me homemade food and ensures I can rest.

Hillary Wichlin's mom moved in with her to take care of the 31-year-old after she gave birth. Her mom prepares nourishing food and holds the baby.

Entertainment

George Clooney denied he and Brad Pitt were each paid $35 million for 'Wolfs.' Here's why they had to return some of their pay.

Real Estate

I've spent 50 years in one of the 'best places to live.' I love it, but that doesn't mean moving here is a good idea.

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Brands are so scared of culture wars and controversy that it's ripping apart the media business

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Food

cracker barrel box filed with boxes and containers of brad, turkey, rolls, and other thanksgiving dishes

My family of 4 spent $130 to have Cracker Barrel make our Thanksgiving dinner, and I'd do it again for any holiday

Instead of cooking, my family got Thanksgiving dinner from Cracker Barrel. For $130, our "heat n' serve" family dinner had turkey, seven sides, and pie.

Pets

Bags of dog food from Purina, Wellness, and Natural Balance and cans of dog food from Hill's and Blue Buffalo are on a yellow gradient background.

How to choose the best dog food in 2024

Vets told us how to choose the best dog food for puppies, seniors, allergies, and more. Our nutritious picks from top brands include wet and dry food.

Pets

Three bags of dry senior cat food from Iams, Hill's, and Purina and two cans of wet food from Wellness and Royal Canin are on a light blue gradient background.

The best food for senior cats of 2024, with nutrition advice from vets

We chose the best food for senior cats with healthy ingredients to meet older cats' nutritional needs. Our top picks include wet and dry food.

Pets

Cans of wet cat food from Royal Canin, Natural Balance, Wellness, Hill's, and Purina One are on a teal gradient background.

The healthiest wet cat food from top brands in 2024

The best wet cat food is nutritious and hydrating. Our canned food picks meet vets' standards for kittens, indoor cats, sensitive stomachs and more.

Food

I tried 10 ways to make frozen fries better, and there are 9 hacks I'd absolutely do again

Using an air fryer, toppings, and an oven, I tried chefs' best tips for upgrading frozen fries to see which I'd do again and which weren't worth it.

Food

I'm a New Yorker who tried 5 plain bagels from grocery-store chains and ranked them from worst to best

As a New Yorker, I ranked plain bagels from different grocery stores, including Whole Foods, Aldi, Trader Joe's, and Costco, to find the best ones.

Pets

Packages of dog flea treatments from Capstar, Advantage, Frontline, and Serestp are on a yellow gradient background.

The 6 best flea and tick treatments for dogs in 2024

The best flea and tick treatments for dogs are topicals, pills, collars, and shampoo. Our picks are available with and without a vet prescription.

Pets

A composite image of a black cat using a stainless steel litter box and a long-haired black and white cat entering an automatic litter box filled with crystal litter.

The best cat litter boxes in 2024, tested and reviewed

We tested the best cat litter boxes to gauge odor control and ease of cleaning. Our top picks include high-sided, hooded, jumbo, and multi-cat boxes.

Pets

A collage of bags of dry cat food from Wellness, Purina, Hill's, Nutro, Natural Balance, and Iams is on a teal gradient background.

The healthiest dry cat foods from top brands

The best dry cat foods are nutritious and easy to feed. Our top reviewed picks are for indoor cats, kittens, sensitive stomachs, hairballs, and more.

Pets

A composite image of a small terrier wearing the green Wild One harness and a German shepherd wearing the red and black Balance no-pull harness.

The 5 best no-pull dog harnesses of 2024, tested by dogs and their humans

We tested the best no-pull dog harnesses to stop leash pulling. Our top picks for easy walks are padded front-clip harnesses for large and small dogs.

Kitchen

A table spread with a full thanksgiving feast from WIlliams Sonoma.

Let's talk turkey: Where to order Thanksgiving dinner online in 2024

From whole turkey feasts to side dishes and wine pairings, here are the best places to order Thanksgiving dinner online.

Pets

A collage of assorted dog collars, including bow tie, velvet, and floral styles on a teal background.

The 23 best cute dog collars to show off your pup's personality

We rounded up the best cute collars for dogs to give your pup a little flair. These stylish dog collars come in sizes for small and large dogs.

Pets

Packages of cat deworming medication including Profender, Interceptor, Nexgard Combo, and Droncit are on a peach gradient background.

The 4 best cat dewormers of 2024

The best cat dewormers control tapeworms, roundworms and hookworms. The top medications include worming tablets, pills and topical liquid treatments.

Food

I loved Trader Joe's for years — but the older I get, the more I can't stand shopping there

I stopped shopping at Trader Joe's after nine years because the frozen meals, lack of sales, and constant crowds didn't suit my lifestyle anymore.

Travel

A woman with a straw hat, backpack, and sunglasses at the Grand Canyon.

I've traveled solo to all 63 US national parks. Here are my 10 best tips for first-time visitors.

I visited all 63 US national parks alone and recommend that travelers purchase an annual pass, make reservations in advance, and take lots of photos.

Pets

A composite image of a gray and white cat being brushed with a comb and the same cat being brushed with a deshedding tool.

The 7 best cat brushes of 2024, tested with short and long-haired cats

We tested the best cat brushes for shedding and mats. Our top picks include slicker brushes, dematting tools, and gloves for short and long hair.

Pets

Four bags of small breed dog food from Wellness, Purina, Iams, and Hill's and three packages of wet food from Royal Canin, Blue Buffalo, and Hill's are on a pink gradient background

The best dog food for small breeds of 2024

We asked vets how to choose the best dog food for small breeds. Our top picks include wet and dry food for adult small dogs, puppies, and weight loss.

Food

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My husband and I follow the Mediterranean diet and shop at Costco. Here are 12 things I always buy.

My husband and I follow the Mediterranean diet on a budget by shopping at Costco. Here's which groceries we usually buy for two.

Pets

Bags of puppy food from Wellness, Purina, and Merrick and cans of wet food from Royal Canin and Hill's are on a teal gradient background.

The best puppy foods of 2024, with nutrition recommendations from vets

We reviewed the best puppy foods, including formulas for large breeds and sensitive stomachs. Here are our wet and dry food picks from top brands.

Pets

A collage of the weight loss dog food packages from Iams, Merrick, Hill's, Purina, and Natural Balance is on a light blue gradient background.

The best dog foods for weight loss of 2024

The best dog foods for weight loss are low-fat and high-fiber. Our dry and wet food picks support weight management for seniors, large breeds and more.

Pets

Dog subscription boxes from Rescue Box, Pupjoy, and BarkBox boxes are filled with toys and treats on top of a light blue gradient background.

The 6 best dog subscription boxes for toys and treats

The best dog subscription boxes come with tasty treats and engaging toys for small and large dogs. Our top picks include tough toys for super chewers.

Tech

Apple CEO Tim Cook presents at WWDC 2023

Apple CEO Tim Cook's daily routine starts with waking up at 4 a.m. and reading customer emails

Apple CEO Tim Cook's daily routine includes an early wake-up and workout, drinking Diet Mountain Dew during the day, and holding marathon meetings.

Pets

A composite of a black and white cat sitting beside a white Petlibro cat feeder and a gray and white cat eating from the Whisker Feeder.

The 5 best automatic cat feeders we tested in a multi-cat home

The best automatic cat feeders dispense dry or wet food or both. Our top-rated picks include a camera pet feeder and one that keeps canned food cold.

Pets

Dog collars from Riparo, Frisco, Ruffwear, Stunt Puppy, and L.L.Bean are on a yellow gradient background.

The 7 best dog collars in 2024, tested and reviewed

We tested the best dog collars for small and big dogs. Our top-reviewed picks include leather, personalized, reflective, and waterproof collars.

Tech

The diets of tech execs: From Mark Zuckerberg's 'kill what you eat' phase to Tim Cook's love of Diet Mountain Dew

Some of the biggest names in tech have bizarre eating habits. Here's what tech titans, from Elon Musk to Mark Zuckerberg, have said about their diets.

Kitchen

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The best inexpensive cookware we've tested, from pots and pans to kitchen knives

Cheap cookware is a great to stock your kitchen and save money. Here are the best affordable pots, pans, small appliances, and more.

Pets

Three bags of dog food from Wellness, Purina, and Merrick and two cans of wet senior dog food from Hill's and Royal Canin are on a peach gradient background.

The best senior dog food in 2024, with advice from veterinarians

We asked vets about healthy food for older dogs. Our picks for the best senior dog food include small breed, large dog and sensitive stomach formulas.

Pets

Two black German shepherd dogs are sitting in tall grass while wearing the Blue-9 Pet Products Balance Harness.

Blue-9 Balance Harness review: A professional dog trainer recommends this harness to keep pups from pulling on walks

The Blue-9 Balance Harness stops leash pulling with its effective design. A professional dog trainer explains why it's her favorite no-pull harness.

Pets

The 9 best outdoor cat houses to keep felines warm all winter long

The best outdoor cat houses for winter include heated, multi-cat, and DIY cat shelters. Our top picks protect cats from snow, rain, and wind.

Pets

Bags of cat food from Nutro and Farmina and cans of food from Wellness, Purina, and Royal Canin are on a yellow gradient background.

The 11 best cat foods in 2024, with nutrition advice from vets

We chose the best cat foods for kittens, indoor cats, sensitive stomachs, and more. Our nutritious dry, wet, and fresh picks are from top brands.

Pets

A collage of flea and tick treatments for cats from Comfortis, Seresto, Capstar, and Frontline are on a pink gradient background.

The 5 best flea and tick treatments for cats of 2024, with advice from vets

The best flea and tick treatments for cats and kittens kill and prevent parasites. Our top picks are effective oral and topical flea medicines.

Pets

A collage of probiotics for dogs from Zesty Paws, Vet's Best, Vital Flora, and Nutramax are on a blue gradient background.

The 5 best probiotics for dogs to improve digestion and gut health

The best probiotics for dogs support digestive health and can relieve diarrhea and itchy skin. Our top picks include powder and flavored chews.

Pets

A composite image of a yellow lab lying a gray bolster dog bed and two small dogs lying in a small plush dog bed.

The 7 best dog beds of 2024, tested by dogs and their humans

We chose the best dog beds for dogs of every size. Our top picks include waterproof and machine-washable bolster, cave, orthopedic, and outdoor beds.

Lifestyle

Left: the author sits outside the tiny home Right: A view of tiny home's main room

I stayed in a 250-square-foot tiny home for the first time. Here are 10 things that surprised me the most about it.

BI's reporter used to think tiny living was just for minimalists, but the home was covered in unique decorative pieces without looking cluttered.

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Stacie Grissom and Sean Wilson and their children, their schoolhouse home in Indiana.

A millennial couple bought a $175,000 schoolhouse sight unseen. They love it now, but aren't sure they'd do it again.

Three years ago, a couple with two kids bought a 110-year-old school they'd only seen on FaceTime. After a grueling renovation, they finally moved in.

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