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If you're in the service industry, a big chunk of your income may come from tips. But don't think you can get away with not filing taxes for them. Here are a couple of tips from the IRS: Tips are taxed. Your tips will face federal income, Social Security, and Medicare taxes. You will also be taxed on nonmonetary tips like tickets, and gifts will be counted as income. Include them on your tax Read more
Need a job? Check out the 10 fastest growing careers — LearnVest The dual income system for couples — DailyWorth Will you get fired if you pump breast milk at the office? — The Jane Dough Kate Middleton makes you want to shop — HuffPost Women 3 tax deductions you can never take — Wise Bread The one decision that can help you retire faster — Get Rich Slowly Have an inexpensive Read more
Prince Harry visited with fellow servicemen and women this morning while at the Royal Air Force's Honington base. Dressed in fatigues, Harry checked out equipment, like rifles and night vision systems, and said hello to veterans. The Prince has seen combat action himself, and is poised for a second tour of duty. Prince Harry will return to the front line in Afghanistan later this year with the Read more
FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle came up with this special cookie for Valentine's Day; she posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group. Tied with a festive pink ribbon and a little love, I’m hoping these cookies will be perfect for Valentine's Day. The whole-grain oats, nuts, and cherries in these cookies add heartiness, while the melted dark-chocolate chunks deliver bursts of richness. The chia Read more
At 36, Reese Witherspoon always looks amazing. Strong, sculpted, lean, yet feminine. How does Reese do it? She told Us Weekly: "I work out all the time anyway just to stay healthy. I don't believe in crash dieting or anything like that." From yoga sessions to running, this Oscar-winning actress loves to get her sweat on. Regular exercise offers a slew of health benefits, including improved Read more
Your iPhone aspires to be a DSLR, so make the dream a (pseudo) reality with the iPhone Rangefinder ($65). We've talked about similar cases before, but Photojojo is offering up a complete iPhoneography system — the Rangefinder and three lenses (macro/wide, fisheye, and telephoto) — for just $99. Unbelievable! The Rangefinder isn't just a case though. It comes with extra bells and whistles Read more
Public transportation can be a curse and a blessing. On one hand, you're saving money and you're doing the environment good, and on the other hand, sometimes the mass transit system is so disorganized that it's made you late more times than you can count. Every smart commuter needs a hand — here are some apps to make your public commute more enjoyable. Read more
Unrest in the Middle East and the closing of American refineries have gas prices going up, up, and away for US consumers. Analysts are predicting that the prices may continue to rise. But don't worry, there are a number of methods to save on refueling your car. Here are some tips: Spend to Save: Look for deals around you that will help you save on your gas. For example, you can choose to Read more
The Hunger Games won't be in theaters until March, but thanks to the movie's lead stylist, Linda Flowers, you can get Katniss Everdeen's signature undone braid right now. "The key to pulling off this style is being creative," Flowers says. "Her character is fierce yet feminine, so her hair is meant to have texture and look effortless." Ready to get just as inventive as our District 12 heroine? Read more
Diamonds may be forever, but a meteorite, well, a meteorite that once flew thousands of light-years from the edges of the solar system is forever ever. The Meteorite Heart Pendant ($85) from Etsy shop ThePolkadotMagpie is made from real meteorite chunks discovered in 1967. Composed of iron and nickel alloys, iron meteorites are believed to be made up of the core of planets that broke apart Read more
