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It’s a plot twist the romance writers did not see coming.The Facebook account of an indie romance writer named Susan Meachen suddenly came alive this week more than two years after she supposedly died by suicide because she could not take the online bullying from some of her competitors.“I debated on how to do this a million times and still not sure if it’s right or not,” somebody wrote Tuesday on Meachen’s private 770-member Facebook group called The Ward, according to screenshots obtained by NBC News. “There’s going to be tons of questions and a lot of people leaving the…

Investing in the best home gym equipment means you can smash your 2023 fitness goals without leaving the house. As Brits continue to cope with the rising cost of living, a pricey gym membership isn’t an option for everyone. Whether you’re looking to improve stamina or increase muscle tone, there are plenty of gym equipment buys you can use at home, from running machines to dumbbell sets. One of the best things about exercising indoors is not having to commute. What’s more, you can find plenty of great at-home workouts on YouTube for guidance. To help you begin your fitness…

Over the years, Cate Blanchett has repeatedly demonstrated her offbeat elegance on the red carpet (she deserves kudos for championing the art of re-wearing looks.) But, when out in the wild, the actor tends to favour more classic silhouettes. Her most recent appearance, while in transit, is testament to her chic yet practical off-duty style. Spotted arriving at JFK Airport in New York City this week, the 53-year-old actor served up the perfect high-low ensemble. Her outfit comprised a sage-green corduroy blazer, trousers and waistcoat from Mango, as well as a white button-up shirt and a black roll-neck top worn underneath. In addition…

Disgraced “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Jen Shah was sentenced Friday to six-and-a-half-years in prison for heading a yearslong telemarketing scam that targeted elderly Americans.  Before sentencing, Shah pleaded for forgiveness from US District Judge Sidney Stein in a tearful address in Manhattan federal court. “My actions have hurt innocent people. I want to apologize to all of the victims and their families,” she said, vowing to pay back all the money she swindled from her victims. The shamed reality star told the judge she had gone against “core values” of her upbringing — and broke down in…

CNN  —  The co-chairs of the Democratic Party’s rule-making arm are recommending that New Hampshire and Georgia be given extra time to take steps toward changing their presidential primary dates. Last month, the Rules and Bylaws Committee of the Democratic National Committee approved a proposed calendar that would make South Carolina the first state to hold a primary, followed by Nevada and New Hampshire on the same day a few days later, and then Georgia and Michigan before Super Tuesday. Under the proposal, each of the five states had until January 5 to take steps toward changing their primary dates…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Sometimes we feel like Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean, on the endless treasure hunt for the Fountain of Youth. We’d love to restore our bouncy skin and boundless energy from the past! But one star who has seemed to solve this anti-aging mystery all on her own is Kate Walsh. From Grey’s Anatomy to Emily in Paris, the actress has retained her natural beauty on and off screen. So, what’s the secret behind her radiant complexion? The “super affordable” hyaluronic acid…

Dear reader,We’re off to the races. A new investment year has started. Lex is recording the scene in global capital, publishing seven days a week. All of human life is here, as it was when WP Frith painted his great panorama “The Derby Day” featuring the smart operators, suckers, tipsters, honest brokers and swindlers of Epsom Downs.We look forward to making sense of this year’s mayhem with you. Please share your thoughts — including topic suggestions — by emailing me at Lexfeedback@ft.com. This year, as in every year, asset prices will respond to cyclical and secular factors. Inflation, interest rates…

The emergence of the metaverse has drastically changed how the world looks at human interactions, investment and work. Experts predict that innovation in this new sector could surpass the creative destruction associated with the internet while empowering the creator economy.In the past few years, the Crypto metaverse has experienced tremendous growth with projects like the Sandbox, Axie Infinity, Decentraland and Internet Computer, among others, becoming competitive in the market.Why the Metaverse Hype Needs Real Product Success to Stay CompetitiveThe metaverse has been predicted to be the future of crypto ecosystems, bringing forth a digital world without boundaries. However, some have…

CNN  —  The US Securities and Exchange Commission has closed its insider trading investigation into stock trades made by then-Sen. Richard Burr and his brother-in-law at the outset of the pandemic, the former senator announced Friday. “This week, the SEC informed me that they have concluded their investigation with no action. I am glad to have this matter in the rearview mirror as I begin my retirement from the Senate following nearly three decades of public service,” Burr, a North Carolina Republican, said in a statement. The announcement comes nearly two years after the Justice Department closed its own review…

Going to the airport is often a daunting task. Between long security lines and the crowds in the terminal, giving yourself enough time to make it to your gate is essential.In a 2022 study, the travel experts at Upgraded Points analyzed 15 factors at 50 major U.S. airports to find the ones where it’s most important for passengers to arrive early for domestic flights. number of enplanementsnumber of passengersairport sizeaverage TSA wait timenumber of terminalsnumber of gatesnumber of airport employeesnumber of airport loungesnumber of restaurants/barsnumber of shopsnumber of parking lots/deckspercentage of on-time departurespercentage of delayed departurescar traffic volumecar traffic indexThe…