Boy who underwent ‘miracle’ facial surgery beats odds to celebrate first birthday
A baby boy who became the first in the world to undergo a miracle face operation has celebrated his first birthday against the odds. Noah Connell was born with a number of facial deformities that prevent the lower portion of his face from growing properly and causes him to have trouble breathing. Even swallowing his […]
Thunder Bay homelessness program receives provincial recognition
Program has placed 52 people in housing with no evictions, social services board says The Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) has received recognition from a provincial organization for its project to help combat homelessness in the northwestern Ontario city. The Ontario Municipal Social Services Association honoured the DSSAB, with a province-wide award, […]
The best cash back credit card if you love to cook
If you spend a lot of money at the grocery store, the right credit card could save you hundreds of dollars per year. To determine which earns you the most cash back on groceries, CNBC Make It analyzed the most popular cash back offers in the U.S. Using a sample budget based on spending data […]
$1 million lottery winner picks up check in emoji mask—here’s why it was a brilliant choice
After winning the equivalent of $1 million from the Super Lotto jackpot in May, a recipient known only as N. Gray of Jamaica finally collected her check last week. And she did it while wearing an emoji wink mask. While her disguise elicited laughter, it was also quite smart. Experts say that if you ever […]
Beware of hidden taxes in retirement
Your taxes in retirement may be a lot more complicated than taxes while you’re working. Social Security checks may or may not be taxed, depending on your income. You’ll pay federal income taxes on most retirement plan withdrawals , but additional state taxes depend on where you live. Tax rates on investments can vary as […]
How Restaurants Make Their Money
Like any small business, restaurants make money by selling more than they spend. The challenge for eateries compared to say a retailer or a hair salon is that food expires — some of it very quickly. As a restaurant owner that means formulating a menu where you both control costs and waste. For example, dry […]