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12 things that will surprise you at European restaurants

When you travel abroad, you expect things to be different. In Europe, the language, food, and landscapes change with each (nearly non-existent) border you cross. However, certain quirks of eating in restaurants on the continent are mostly uniform, regardless of the country.

Passive Income: How to Make $1,000 Per Month Tax-Free

Are you interested in passive income? Here’s how you can make $1,000 per month tax-free! The post Passive Income: How to Make $1,000 Per Month Tax-Free appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

How a group of strangers found homes together in one of Canada's priciest municipalities

Splitting mortgages via co-ownership is one way some British Columbians are achieving dreams of home ownership as real estate prices reach record highs.

The Best Fashion Trends That Are Defining 2024

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Golfing, gardening may be linked to ALS risk

Research published in the Journal of Neurological Sciences earlier this year found that outdoor recreational activities, such as golfing, woodworking and hunting may increase a person’s likelihood of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), especially among men.

Psychologist explained how to maintain passion in long-term relationships

At the beginning of a relationship, there is a passionate stage for every couple when you simply can't get enough of each other. However, with time, this fades, and many couples encounter a loss of interest. What can help maintain passion in relationships, according to psychologist Dmytro Ostapenko. How to keep passion alive in long-term relationsh...

20 ways to wreck your car - and what to do instead

Small, basic steps can keep your car running longer -- and save you money

This sport includes a humanitarian aspect

It's a water sport you might not be familiar with, but it seems to be growing in popularity.

Food for thought: Best foods to improve brain performance

Orna Avidan, naturopath at Maccabi Tivi: "Fueling your body with a nutritious breakfast, lunch, and dinner is not just about satisfying hunger; it's a profound investment in your overall well-being."

Plant-based diets act as a natural barrier to dangerous snoring linked to health problems

Snoring and associated health risks can be minimized by adopting a healthier diet.

Psychologist flags 3 toxic behavior examples

There are plenty of situations that are unpleasant for us. But often, we stay silent or ignore them, considering them normal or just rudeness. Unfortunately, this is a manifestation of toxic behavior that needs attention and should be stopped in communication. The three common examples of toxic behavior that are worth knowing about are explained by...

Study suggests certain foods are linked to anti-social traits

A study has claimed that certain foods can indicate your personality traits – and it's bad news for black coffee drinkers. The 2016 investigation resurfaced online, and people are losing their minds after it suggested that some preferences could be linked to psychopathic and sadistic traits. The researchers from the University of Innsbruck in Austr...

Want to live longer? Try these six foods

Higher diet scores were associated with lower mortality and cardiovascular disease.

As his trans daughter struggles, a father pushes past his prejudice

A father has found himself in an unlikely role fighting bathroom bans that have proliferated at the state and local level in recent years. (AP video: Nick Ingram)

Can’t understand your Gen Z colleagues? These are the most unknown slang terms of 2024

Fear not, we have all the answers!

Restaurants feeling financial pinch as industry sees drop in employment

A Vancouver restaurant is feeling the financial pinch as the industry shed over 26,000 jobs in March. Grace Ke reports.

Six main causes of dementia and how to prevent them

New study reveals six lifestyle factors responsible for 75% of dementia cases.

Shrimp's impact on health and who should avoid them

Shrimp are popular seafood and a rich source of protein, but many people fear them, purportedly due to the "harmfulness" of this product. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and Nutrition websites, among others. Is eating shrimp unsafe for health? Read in the material. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and ...

New report criticizes B.C. government funding for medications

A new report calls out the B.C. government for falling behind other provinces when it comes to covering several medications, including for rare conditions. Kylie Stanton has the details and the story of a grandmother who pays out of pocket for her granddaughter's meds.

Street Riders, Here Are Some Basic Off-Road Riding Tips For Dirt And Gravel

Dirt and gravel are a different world, but with a little practice, you'll have so many more places to ride.

The key to healthy kids is risky outdoor play, researchers say

Running free, taking chances and even getting hurt are essential to healthy childhood development, says the Canadian Paediatric Society. A new study says engaging in risky outdoor behaviour with peers is key to kids’ mental, physical and social health.

Tips on making ends meet in a world where ‘everything is costing more’

As the cost of living continues to rise, a Halifax-area financial advisor is offering advice to help families cut back on extra costs.

The 32 Most Criminally Underrated '80s Trends

Leopard print and loafers, oh my!

Happy Tails: Finding Hope For Wildlife in an ever-changing world of human & nature-driven challenges

Wildlife is in constant conflict with humans. More recently, major weather events (driven in part by climate change), have been a huge challenge for wildlife sanctuaries. In part four of our series, Happy Tails: Canadian Animal Rescue Stories, we see how Halifax's Hope For Wildlife is adapting to these changes, while also helping to educate the public about how it can do its part to protect animals.

Liz Weston: How to reduce your ‘widow’s penalty’

After a spouse dies, the survivor often ends up paying higher taxes on less income — something known by accountants and financial planners as the “widow’s penalty,” because women typically outlive their husbands. Couples who know what’s coming often can take steps to soften the penalty’s effect, but too many don’t think far enough ahead, says Barba...

Jody Lynn Roll: 'I have Down syndrome, and I think that's awesome'

Jody is an artist whose work has won awards and toured in California. Through the National accessArts Centre's Film Ensemble program, she's had films screened at festivals like Sled Island and Artifact. For Jody, film is a medium through which she can express herself and showcase the beauty of people with disabilities.

The five decor mistakes that are making your home look cheap

Have you got any of these in your home?

6 signs it’s time to quit your job and move on

Kimberly Palmer: 5 ways to calm financial stress

Financial stress is so common that certified financial planner Katie Lindquist says almost every client she has tells her they are feeling it. “They don’t know what they should be doing with their money, and they feel like they should know. They feel shame around their money habits, which is a huge driving force of stress,” Lindquist says. To allev...

3 reasons you keep waking up in the middle of the night

The things all car lovers must do at least once

20 things every enthusiast should do before kicking the bucket

3 tips to declutter your home

A professional organizer gives three tips on how to declutter your home while her team helps a family clear out one of the busiest rooms in their Leduc, Alta., home.

New doc uncovers racism and inappropriate behavior at popular retailer

Director Eva Orner uncovers a toxic work culture at popular retailer Brandy Melville, and the damage fast fashion is doing to the global environment in her new documentary “Brandy Hellville and the Cult of Fast Fashion,” airing now on HBO and streaming on Max. (April 12)

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

Scientists claim people with this blood type more likely to have early stroke

Research shows that people with blood type A are more likely to suffer from a stroke before the age of 60 compared to people with other blood types, according to a study published in the journal Neurology. Blood types describe a rich variety of chemicals present on the surface of red blood cells. Among the most well-known are those called A and B, ...

‘Friendly’ and ‘walkable’ city named one of the best destinations in the UK

I took a fear of flying course to try and end my travelling jitters for good - but did it work?

When it comes to going on holiday, there’s one place you’ll catch me in the airport: the bar. But unlike many, it’s not to celebrate the start of a week of relaxation - it’s to make the idea of stepping foot on a plane somewhat bearable. Despite being a life-long traveller, I’ve had a lot of anxiety around flying for 10 years following a bad experi...

Average net worth of Americans by age — see how you compare

Estranged from family? A therapist wants you to remember these three things

'You might be surprised by how understanding others can be...'

In Pictures: Young People Living With ADHD

London-based Norwegian photographer Nora Nord was diagnosed with ADHD in 2018, when she was in her early 20s. It was an immensely freeing feeling, she says, because it gave her the space for some aspects of her personality to finally make sense. But it was a frustrating time, too. “I’ve had an underlying feeling most of my life that something is wrong with me,” she remembers. “I wondered why I couldn’t focus or finish things, and why everything...

One is 36. The other is 72. Both women love being single

Callers Lisa, 36, and Marie, 72, tell BC Today host Michelle Eliot about the advantages of deciding to stay single.

A Week In Los Angeles, CA On A $162,000 Joint Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. This week: a project analyst who makes $70,000 per year and spends some of her money this week on repairing a leaking pipe. Occupation: Project analystIndustry: TelecommunicationsAge: 29Location: Los Angeles, CASalary: $70,000. My...

Cold plunge: Why dunking yourself in icy water can benefit your health

Would you ever plunge yourself into a chilly ice bath for up to two minutes? The practice isn't new, as people have been dunking themselves into cold water as far back as 3500 BC, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health. Adding heat into a cold plunge cycle is known as contrast therapy, which is often done by sitting in a sauna. As Alexia Kapralos explains, people partake in the practice for the physical and mental health benefits.

Things that harm happiness in marriage the most

Relationships between husband and wife are among the most crucial aspects of life, offering deep love and connection. However, harmful habits and unhealthy beliefs can hinder these bonds, according to HuffPost. Comparing your relationship to others Abigail Makepeace, a family therapist from Los Angeles, warns that constant attempts to gauge how you...

How to outsmart hunger while losing weight

When people decide to start losing weight, they often struggle with feelings of hunger, especially when they start dieting and exercising. If, despite rational and healthy eating, you occasionally experience uncontrollable cravings, it's worth arming yourself with strategies to address this sensation, writes Wprost. Outsmarting hunger The weight lo...

Bodybuilder with bionic prosthetic 'an inspiration' as gym trainer

Marissa Gorjizadeh was born in New Brunswick with one arm and is now a certified fitness trainer and bodybuilder in Halifax. She's preparing for her fifth bodybuilding competition. Paul Palmeter has the story.

15 things you must do in Venice, Italy

There are a million things to do in Venice, but there are only 15 things you can't go without.

30 Style Trends Inspired by Movies

For as long as we've had film, we've had film-inspired fashion moments.

12 tips to help you lose weight by walking

Walking is a great way to exercise and lose weight without needing a gym membership. You can easily include it in your daily routine, listen to music, or chat with a friend while walking. Here are some simple tips to help you lose weight by walking, according to Eat This, Not That. Be consistent Regularity is crucial for progress in weight loss. Ma...

20 timeless decor ideas for any home

Flip through the gallery for 20 timeless decor ideas for any home, from finding the right furniture to tying your space together with the perfect scent.