Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

The standard deduction has been super-sized for seniors. Thanks to provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, taxpayers 65 and older can claim an additional $6,000 without itemizing their ...

The new Millionaire for Life lottery game held its first drawing on Sunday, Feb. 22, ending without a winner across more than two dozen states. The winning numbers for the first-ever drawing were 1-30 ...

Whether you're running a quick web search or creating a complex video, sharper prompts lead to stronger results. Level up your prompt game with the best tips and tricks I've learned. I’ve been writing ...

To join or not to join a gym: That is the question. If you opt out of building a home gym, you can join a club and have access to more weights and machines. Friends and classes motivate you to keep ...

Kirstyn Hill has worked as a clinical pediatric and women’s health pharmacist since 2020. She was driven to work with a patient population that is not often able to easily speak up for themselves and ...

Leeron is a New York-based writer who specializes in covering technology for small and mid-sized businesses. Her work has been featured in publications including Bankrate, Quartz, the Village Voice, ...

Leeron is a New York-based writer who specializes in covering technology for small and mid-sized businesses. Her work has been featured in publications including Bankrate, Quartz, the Village Voice, ...

Trump Accounts are new investment accounts for children under 18, launching on July 5, 2026. Children born between 2025 and 2028 will receive $1,000 in seed money from the federal government. Parents ...

Did our AI summary help? The Nifty 50 failed to show follow-through selling, with the chart formation signaling an attempt to bounce back from the lows. The index rose half a percent on February 20 ...

The British government has not given permission for the US to use UK military bases to support potential US strikes on Iran, the BBC understands. The US has in the past used RAF Fairford, in ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...