The Home Office has been accused of “grossly” misstating coronavirus rules after it said “all gatherings are currently against the law”. The Twitter post accompanied a video which said “meeting up is against the law” as it showed footage of police raiding house parties as it warned people not to […]

The best time to deal with a disaster is long before it strikes, insurance companies have found. To that end, more carriers are proactively taking on repairs and drafting action plans for their wealthy clients. High-end insurers like Chubb, Pure, AIG Private Client Group and Cincinnati Insurance increasingly use risk-management […]

Unsure whether to dip into your savings or swipe your credit card to cover your next major purchase? Email reporter Megan DeMatteo at [email protected] to share your upcoming purchase and question to be part of CNBC Select’s new “Cash, credit or loan?” series. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, renovations have […]

The COVID-19 social distancing and stay-at-home order has changed daily lives and routines for everyone. Without the gym environment or equipment to use, it can be challenging to work out regularly and stay motivated. Students now have the opportunity to partake in online activities to compensate for the loss of […]

If you’ve been on social media any time in the past year, you’ve probably seen a few homemade stick and poke tattoos. Whether it’s to regain a sense of control in the limbo that is COVID quarantine, an act of apocalyptic impulse in the face of uncertainty, or simply a […]

Trained in Milan, up-and-coming Spanish designer Nicolas Montenegro has dressed Beyonce and Kylie Minogue, but with the pandemic, he’s gone back home to his village to launch his own brand. Thanks to the internet and air links “there is no need to live in a big city,” the lean 31-year-old […]

It’s probably at least somewhat fair to say that the coronavirus pandemic has turned a lot of us into full-fledged germaphobes — and that includes those of us who weren’t in the habit of cramming bottles of hand sanitizer into our coat pockets and purses every time we’d leave the […]

Each year, millions in China make long journeys home during the Spring Festival Today marks the start of the world’s largest human migration – an event which sees millions of people travel thousands of miles across China to reach home in time for the Lunar New Year. For some, it […]

We’ve been experiencing, more than ever, the impact our windows can have on our indoor surroundings. While living, working and learning in our homes, we’ve discovered firsthand that how much, or little, natural light our living spaces get can dictate how the room is used. Much of that lighting depends […]

Salt, sugar, and a slab of fish. This, truly, is the full list of ingredients you need to make cured salmon at home. But, if you’re so inclined, you can absolutely make things a touch more interesting. Spices, spirits, herbs, and other flavorful ingredients, such as fresh beets or horseradish, […]

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to start exercising or you’ve decided to skip the gym and work out at home to stay safe, it’s actually a great time to start a home fitness program. For one thing, regular physical activity has benefits like boosting mood, improving sleep, […]

Dear Car Talk: On a recent business trip to Minnesota, I succumbed to a local Craigslist posting for a 1988 Mercedes 560 SL convertible. Rust-free and smooth-shifting, it was more than your brother ever asked for in a car. I bought the car, parked it in a friend’s barn and […]

PHILADELPHIA — Jocelyn and Pete Lockard are planning major renovations after they close on their home in Phoenixville this month. They’ll redo the kitchen and renovate the main bathroom while they sell their Kensington home. Overall, Jocelyn said, they’re looking to make their new living space “really open and welcoming […]

If you’re thinking about purchasing a second home, you’ll want to consider a few things. (iStock) Entering the real estate market for any buyer is a big step, let alone taking on a second property. Getting a second mortgage can be a lot of financial pressure, but if you’re planning […]

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA21) – In early December, a home on Parkland Drive went up for sale. It’s owner, and designer, architect James Sherbondy had the home built in 1975. And for nearly fifty years, its interior remained untouched – a time capsule for the style of that era. The […]