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I’m Australian but spend part of the year in New Orleans, and there’s been some culture shock.American coffee isn’t exactly my style, and biscuits are something totally different in the US.I easily got a driver’s license in the US, which is good since there are drive-thrus everywhere.Long before my first…
A professional interior designer told Insider what things she’d never have in her own living room. Bare floors and empty bookshelves are missed design opportunities that don’t look great. Vertical blinds, taxidermied animals, and weapons can get in the way of your intended aesthetic. There is an array of home-decor…
Naomi Whitehead, 114, is the oldest living person in the US.She shared some of the lifestyle choices that she thinks have helped her live so long.These include working hard and not smoking. At 114 years old, Naomi Whitehead is older than the zipper, tanks — and all other Americans.Born in…
In an interview with Harpers Bazaar, Sophie Turner opened up about her marriage to Joe Jonas and her life in the US.The “Game of Thrones” actor said she often felt homesick in the US and struggled with American politics.More Americans have considered leaving the US amid an uncertain political climate.…
Paul Lee, 28, left New York City to move to Thailand in 2021.Life in NYC felt competitive and materialistic, which left him feeling unfulfilled.Now, he lives in a $600-a-month condo in Bangkok and says he’s “99% sure” he won’t return to the US. Four years ago, Paul Lee, 28, left…
A millennial couple moved from Hawaii to Colorado in 2017 in search of a lower cost of living.Despite having a six-figure household income, they’ve struggled to find a home in their budget.High home prices and mortgage rates have made homeownership feel out of reach for some Americans. Jon Sibok wants…
In 2020, I decided to buy a boat and live on it despite not having sailing experience. I taught myself a lot and have gotten to explore France, Italy, and parts of the Mediterranean. I’ve mostly been spending my savings, though living on a boat has been pretty affordable for…
A growing number of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, per a BofA study.Around 25% of households spend more than 95% of their monthly income on necessities, the bank said.Older and lower-income Americans are more likely to have little or nothing saved at the end of the month. More Americans…
In 2022, Kelle Sparta and her husband, Jeff Brandon, left the US for Boquete, Panama.They were attracted to the town’s affordable living, mild weather, and expat community.Since moving, they say they’re happier, and their lives are much less stressful. On July 14, 2022, Kelle Sparta and her husband, Jeff Brandon,…
As an Australian living in New Orleans, I travel home about four times a year, always seeking ways to make the long journey more enjoyable.I used to route my flights through Europe, which allowed me to explore new-to-me cities before heading home. But once I discovered Changi Airport in Singapore,…
