The simplest answer to this is No. The "rule" that an engagement ring should be 3x (some say 2x) your monthly salary may have been perpetuated by cunning jewelry retailers who want men to spend more at their shops. There are no hard and fast rules about how much you should spend on an engagement ring. In saying this, however, it doesn't mean you can be scrimpy and stingy when … [Read more...] about Must the cost of an engagement ring really be 3x your salary?
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How many credit cards should I have?
Interesting question - and one that doesn't have a simple answer. Studies show that the average US consumer has three open and active credit cards. Now, whether three cards is ideal is not important. You can have as many credit cards as you wish - what matters is how those credit cards are managed. If you tend to spend more than you earn, and find yourself just paying the … [Read more...] about How many credit cards should I have?
Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day and what’s its origin?
Mother's Day is celebrated to honor all mothers and the sacrifices they make in the name of motherhood. Unlike other holidays which have a fixed date (ie: February 14 for Valentine's Day, or the 4th Thursday in November for Thanksgiving Day), Mother's Day varies depending on the country. However, it is usually celebrated during the 2nd Sunday of March or May. Mother's Day … [Read more...] about Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day and what’s its origin?
How do you know if eggs are still safe to be eaten?
When properly stored in a refrigerator, fresh eggs are good 3 to 4 weeks past their "use by" date. If you want to know if an egg has gone bad without cracking its shell, you can try the egg float test. Although it is not 100% accurate, it will give you an idea if the egg is worth breaking or not. To conduct the egg float test, all you need to do is submerge the egg in water. … [Read more...] about How do you know if eggs are still safe to be eaten?
Is it safer to get a tan on a sunbed than to get it out in the sun?
It may actually be safer to get a tan the natural way than to get it using a sunbed. Sunbeds are designed to emit the same kind of UV radiation (UVA and UVB) as the sun and obtaining a tan artificially. In fact, some sunbeds give out greater doses of UV rays than the midday Mediterranean sun which could actually be more harmful to your skin. In some places, it is illegal for … [Read more...] about Is it safer to get a tan on a sunbed than to get it out in the sun?