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QOTD: Would The DeLorean Be Famous Without Back To The Future?
Matthew Guy had some fun today with a list of cars that, in his view, might not be famous if not for their use in a movie or TV show. The only choice I disagree with is the Trans Am -- I think it was a hot enough car that it didn't need Smokey And…
As a Beauty Editor I Track Nail Trends for a Living-Here's What's Next for 2026
As a beauty editor who loves nail trends, one of my favorite things about the start of a new year is the wave of fresh nail inspiration it brings. While we can safely assume that some variation of neutral or nude nails will make its inevitable…
UK mortgage shake-up: people on variable incomes could have more payment flexibility
Freelancers and gig economy workers could enjoy more flexibility over how and when they pay their mortgage under plans designed to help more people get on the property ladder. A shake-up of the rules so people whose income is “variable or…
Authentic insight or voyeurism? My struggle with slum tourism
You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. As the sun set between the “two brothers” mountains overlooking Rio's…
Used Car Of The Day: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300SD
Today we have another Benz for you -- a 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300SD. Our seller says it runs and drives well and lists recent work that has been done -- and what work needs to be done. They speak positively of the California smog system. The car does…
Dear Richard Madeley: I'm losing patience with my boyfriend's lack of punctuality
What can I do about my boyfriend's pathological lateness ? If we are meeting for a film he's usually just on time but for a social arrangement with friends or even dinner reservations he's 15 to 30 minutes late. He works long hours and has to take…
The Murder of Rob Reiner
The amazing Mark Groubert (aka Lordbuckly) is one of the most interesting men in the world! This legendary raconteur has known virtually everyone and been everywhere in his epic lifetime and eclectic careers in media, writing and editing, in…
Spain orders Airbnb to pull thousands of unlicensed property ads
Airbnb may finally pay the price of long-simmering tensions about overtourism in Spain. The Spanish government announced on Monday that it has fined the online rentals giant 64 million euros ($75 million) for advertising unlicensed rental listings…
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10 Easy Ways to Make Money With ChatGPT (No Tech Skills Needed)
Side hustles are getting more popular because they help people make extra money and fit easily around their busy schedules. With ChatGPT, people can make some extra income without advanced skills or significant investment. ChatGPT opens the door to…
Welcome to the next Renaissance
The full-time freelance reporter who makes a living off of bylines alone has long been dead, but I regret to inform you of the passing of the full-time journalist as well. For so many of us, the option of making a living purely through journalism…
Cord-cutting is still getting worse for cable companies, but pay-TV subs just increased for the first time since 2017
For the first time in eight years, pay TV is rising. According to the latest Cord-Cutting Monitor report from analyst firm MoffettNathanson, the number of subscriptions to linear video packages actually rose during the third quarter of 2025. The…
MAGS: Outlook For 2026 - Earnings, Valuation, And What Charts Reveal (Upgrade) (BATS:MAGS)
I am upgrading Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS) to a 'Buy,' citing robust EPS growth trends into 2026. MAGS offers equal-weight exposure to the Magnificent Seven, with strong recent momentum and improved fundamentals despite recent…
Why share of search matters more than traffic in the AI era
The SEO industry is entering its most turbulent period yet. Traffic is declining. AI is absorbing informational queries. Social platforms now function as search engines. Google is shifting from a gateway to an answer engine. The result is a sector…
Designers Say You Might Be Mixing Vintage and Modern Decor the Wrong Way
If you love vintage finds, you're no stranger to festooning your walls with things like macramé hangings and starburst clocks, and your living room may even be filled with midcentury furniture pieces. Vintage is certainly a way to inject…
Where is Samantha Stephen from 24 Hours in Police Custody: A Family Vendetta now?
It's been just over a week since Channel 4 dropped the latest episodes of 24 Hours in Police Custody, but we're still obsessing over every detail of the A Family Vendetta special. The two-parter follows the investigation into the brutal murders of…
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