Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Political Instability Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Political Instability (image credits: unsplash) Venezuela stands at the top of the list for countries experiencing mass emigration in 2025. With more than 7 million citizens having already left since 2015, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports that about 500,000 Venezuelans continue …
Jan Nowatschin
Property crime is a growing concern across the United States, affecting communities both urban and rural in ways that can shake confidence in public safety. From car thefts to burglaries to larceny, these crimes hit close to home – literally. While violent crime grabs headlines, property crime affects far more Americans daily, with victims often …
Banff, Alberta: Overwhelmed by Visitors Despite Its Natural Beauty Banff, Alberta: Overwhelmed by Visitors Despite Its Natural Beauty (image credits: flickr) It’s hard to picture Canada’s Rockies without thinking of Banff—those turquoise lakes, the jagged peaks, and that fresh mountain air. But what most tourists don’t see is the stress on locals who call this …
Start Maximizing Your Catch-Up Contributions Start Maximizing Your Catch-Up Contributions (image credits: unsplash) Once you hit 50, you can contribute an extra $7,500 to your 401(k) beyond the standard $23,500 limit, bringing your total potential contribution to $31,000 for 2025. Think of this as your retirement accelerator button that you can finally press. For IRAs, …
President Donald Trump’s time in office was one of the most talked-about periods in American politics, but not every detail made it into the headlines. Beyond the daily news cycle, his presidency was filled with surprising, unusual, and sometimes overlooked moments that shaped both his legacy and the country. In this article, we’ll explore 33 …
Breast Cancer Screening Breast Cancer Screening (image credits: unsplash) The Task Force now recommends that all women start getting screened for breast cancer every other year starting at age 40. This represents a significant shift from previous guidelines that recommended starting at age fifty. New cases of invasive breast cancer among women ages 40–49 increased …
Light Switches and Wall Plates Light Switches and Wall Plates (image credits: flickr) Here’s something that’ll make you cringe: light switches and door handles are some of the most touched surfaces in your home, yet they are among the least frequently cleaned. Because you use them so often, they become almost invisible to your daily …
1. Mexico – Coastal Charm on a Budget 1. Mexico – Coastal Charm on a Budget (image credits: unsplash) In places like Huatulco, Mexico, retirees enjoy a comfortable life on around $1,500 a month – rent as low as $250, plus internet, housekeeping, and car upkeep. Social Security or pension income can stretch much further …
Horror in the Skies: When 242 Dreams Turned to Nightmare Horror in the Skies: When 242 Dreams Turned to Nightmare (image credits: Wikimedia) Imagine boarding a plane thinking about your London holiday, maybe checking your boarding pass one last time, settling into your seat – and then everything changes in an instant. An Air India …
50. The Role Reversal Happens Overnight 50. The Role Reversal Happens Overnight (image credits: pixabay) The transition from being your parent’s child to becoming their caregiver isn’t gradual like you might expect. It happens suddenly, often triggered by a medical crisis or hospital stay. One day you’re asking them for advice, and the next day …