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March is a significant month for consumer awareness, as it brings National Consumer Protection Week (March 1–7, 2026). This observance is a key annual event where the Better Business Bureau® spotlights and amplifies its year-round commitment to safeguarding the public from scams, fraud and misleading business practices. ...
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It's still February. For Black History Month, I am showcasing some of the incredible black plus-size designers who create fabulous ensembles for curvy women. These 30+ black clothing designers to know and support don’t just offer one or two items; they totally embrace plus-size bodies in their collections. ...
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A major challenge for caretakers is not only watching their loved one struggle with change and loss as they age but their refusal of support. Proud Lone Wolves aren't afraid of falling or what would happen if they couldn’t call for help. Rather, they fear becoming someone they don’t recognize. They refuse because every aid feels like proof they’ve already lost. ...
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You’ve spent a lifetime building your reputation, your credit, and your good name. But in today’s digital world, that can be ripped away in an instant. Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland says you don’t need to be a computer whiz to stay safe. Just get back to basics and allow yourself to be a little less 'neighborly' to strangers. ...
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It's almost Valentine’s Day. Coincidentally (or maybe not), February is also American Heart Month. What is the best Valentine’s Day gift? The gift of health and fitness! Take some time to step up your game. Your heart will thank you, and so will your loved ones. ...
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Valentine’s Day often gets framed as a holiday for the young, the thin or the perfectly polished. But here’s what I know from dressing real women in real bodies for decades: Romance does not expire, confidence does not have an age limit, and sensual style absolutely belongs to women over 50. ...
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There is no simple answer to memory fitness. There are many things you can do which can contribute to your quality of life and healthy aging. A fun way to challenge your brain is to engage in puzzles like this fill-in-the-blank exercise. ...
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In a world where mobile and computer screens dominate daily lives, it’s refreshing to find an activity that can bridge the gap between generations, fostering connection, creativity and joy. For many, that activity is LEGO, the beloved brick that has been a staple of childhood play for over 80 years. ...
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