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24-year-old lived in an apartment the size of an average parking spot: ‘It gave me independence'
When CNBC Make It first spoke to Verhaeg he paid $1,100 a month in rent and said then that a third year in the apartment would probably be his last.
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These popular names are ‘old fashioned,' according to kids. Did yours make the list?
Hoda and Laura weighed in on mom Amber Cimiotti’s Instagram clip about “old person names.”
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Fun activities to celebrate National Day of Unplugging
The Craft Studio NYC Owner Lindsey Peers shows Sara Gore fun ways to unplug and connect through crafts.
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A ‘family vacation' for two: Why more parents are taking trips with one child at a time
A trip for two grants uninterrupted time and special memories for parents and children — for those who are bold enough to try it.
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28-year-old has lived in an old NYC laundromat for 5 years, pays $1900 in rent—take a look inside
A year after being featured in CNBC Make It’s “Unlocked” series, Sampson Dahl still calls this former NYC laundromat home, but admits he’s ready to move on.
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MrBeast brings in $700 million a year but says he's not rich: ‘I've reinvested everything to the point of stupidity'
The YouTuber can charge brands up to $3 million for a shout-out in a video.
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Mom swears that this is the ultimate kids' birthday party gift — but not everyone agrees
A mom in the United Kingdom sparked an online debate after sharing how she simplifies birthday gift-giving.
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It's called ‘cozy cardio.' In a world seeking comfort, some see a happier mode of exercise
From weighted blankets to “cozy” murder mystery novels to restaurants based on childhood comfort foods, the appetite for comfortable things just keeps growing. Now some are seeking comfort even in their physical exertion.
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This company is offering $10,000 if you can stay off your phone for a month — here's how to apply
Siggi’s Dairy is offering $10,000 to 10 people who can give up their smartphones for 30 days.
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How a 27-year-old whose business brought in $1 million in 2023 avoids lifestyle creep: Sometimes ‘I think I can afford a Prada bag'
Hannah Williams recently took a $75,000 pay cut to help grow her business.
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This quick grammar hack can make you more convincing, research finds
Emerging studies demonstrate just why you should be careful to use the present tense if you wish to be more persuasive.
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The 1 thing you should never do when you've forgotten someone's name, according to a Harvard-trained etiquette expert
Holiday parties mean hanging out with a bunch of people whose names I’ve forgotten. Here’s how etiquette pros say to handle it with class.
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More couples are choosing a ‘dual income, no kids' lifestyle. Here's how that changes their finances
A 2021 study by the Census revealed that childless adults age 55 and older had a median net worth of $153,900 compared to $130,400 for biological parents.
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7 simple changes that can help you thrive as a night owl with a 9-to-5 job, from a Harvard sleep expert
There are ways that night owls can boost their energy in the morning and excel as 9-to-5 employees, says a Harvard sleep expert. Here are a few.
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I spent 20 years studying how 100-year-old people eat—and this is the world's No. 1 healthiest breakfast
If you want to live to a healthy 100, eat like healthy people who’ve lived to 100. Longevity researcher Dan Buettner shares the healthiest breakfast he’s discovered. It can help improve cholesterol, repair DNA and boost immunity — and it costs just $4.23.
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He visited every country in the world — without flying. Here's how much it cost
Danish traveler Torbjorn Pedersen says he’s the first person to travel to every country around the world without flying, a feat which took him 10 years.
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From Selena to Taylor Swift: This NYC artist paints celebrity faces on buzzed cut hair
You don’t have to walk into a gallery to see Marieke Bauer’s artwork on display. These days, Bauer (whose pronouns are they/them), has a lot more fun wearing it. For nearly two years, the logistics coordinator and NYU grad has taken up “hair painting” as their newest form of expression that consists of bleach, brushes, and ready-made hair dye...
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NYC artist paints celebrity hair portraits on their head
East Harlem artist Marieke Bauer details their hair painting process. NBC New York’s Kay Angrum reports.
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Parents who raise kids with high emotional intelligence never use these 3 phrases: Harvard neuroscience expert
As parents, we all want to raise emotionally intelligent kids. Neuropsychologist Dr. Julia DiGangi reveals three phrases you should never say to your kids.
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An Italian island is letting foreigners live rent-free for three months — meet the first person to arrive
The Sardinian village of Ollolai is paying for housing and bills for digital nomads who agree to give something back to the community before they leave.