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Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine: try walking backward.Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few. But like any workout, hoofing it for your health may feel repetitive and even boring after a while. Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, adds variety to an exercise routine. Turning around not only provides a change of view, but also makes different demands on your body. Janet Dufek, a biomechanist and…

Chris Ryan | Ojo Images | Getty ImagesThe Spanish-language TV audience is growing, and advertisers are taking notice.Over the past few years, the Hispanic population in America has seen significant growth in TV viewership, according to experts, becoming one of the most valuable demographics for media companies and advertisers. And as these consumers diversify how they’re consuming shows and other content, there’s been an increase in specialized advertising targeting them, with top networks like Telemundo and Univision drawing more attention and ad dollars.Hispanic consumers currently make up roughly 20% of the U.S. population and wield more than $4.1 trillion in…

by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 2:30 PM ET, Tue October 14, 2025 Black Friday has come early at Margaritaville at Sea.From now through November 2, travelers can enjoy up to 60 percent off cruises across the fleet departing through October 23, 2027. Plus, guests sail free on select dates.  As part of the early access Black Friday promotion, travelers can enjoy the line’s new Cruise+ Bundle, which includes the Ultimate Beverage Chill package and basic Wi-Fi. The limited-time bundle starts at just $199 for two-night Bahamas getaways, representing savings of up to 50 percent compared to purchasing the packages separately. The…

Waymo said on Wednesday it will offer a commercial robotaxi service in London in 2026, marking the Alphabet-owned company’s second international expansion following Tokyo. The announcement follows weeks of speculation fueled by a couple of London-based job postings. Waymo already has ties to the U.K: In 2019, the company acquired Latent Logic, a U.K. startup spun out of Oxford University’s computer science department that uses a form of machine learning called imitation learning to make self-driving car simulation more realistic. Waymo launched an engineering hub in Oxford as part of the acquisition. In a blog post, Waymo said its all-electric…

NEW YORK (AP) — The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27 school year has officially opened.Despite the U.S. government shutdown, the Education Department will continue to process the FAFSA. If you plan to attend college next year, Jill Desjean, director of policy analysis at The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, recommends that you fill it out as soon as you can. If it’s your first time applying, here’s what you need to know: How does the FAFSA work?The FAFSA is a free government application that uses students’ and their families’ financial information to determine whether…

Authors, readers and publishing industry experts lament the underrepresentation of Hispanic stories in the mainstream world of books, but have found new ways to elevate the literature and resolve misunderstandings.“The stories now are more diverse than they were ten years ago,” said Carmen Alvarez, a book influencer on Instagram and TikTok.Some publishers, independent bookstores and book influencers are pushing past the perception of monolithic experience by making Hispanic stories more visible and discoverable for book lovers.The rise of online book retailers and limited marketing budgets for stories about people of color have been major hurdles for increasing that representation, despite…

NEW YORK (AP) — Broadway is a tense place these days after two major labor unions authorized strike action amid ongoing contract negotiations with producers.Actors’ Equity Association — which represents over 51,000 members, including singers, actors, dancers and stage managers — and American Federation of Musicians Local 802 — which represents 1,200 musicians — have voted in favor of a strike authorization, a strategic step ahead of any work stoppage. No strike has been called.Members of both unions are currently working under expired contracts. The musicians’ contract expired on Aug. 31, and the Equity contract expired on Sept. 28.Both unions…

Sign on facade at Kendra Scott retail store on Santana Row in the Silicon Valley, San Jose, California, December 14, 2019.Smith Collection | Archive Photos | Getty ImagesKendra Scott, a jewelry brand best known for its single-pendant necklaces, is becoming the latest company to join the Western wear trend.The company on Wednesday announced its debut boots collection in an expansion outside of the accessories market. The brand will offer three styles, available in men’s and women’s, as part of the Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott line focused on Western style.”A lot of folks don’t know, but in the other half…

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, Puerto Rico’s legendary oceanfront retreat, has announced the completion of an extensive renovation to its guest rooms, suites and corridors.Built in 1919 by Frederick William Vanderbilt, the renovation blends historic grandeur with curated artwork and contemporary sophistication. The hotel, situated in the San Juan Condado district, has also introduced an exclusive In-Suite Wellness Package and the addition of Executive Chef Juan A. Peña to lead its culinary program. “This milestone represents both an evolution and a renewal for Condado Vanderbilt,” said Ben Tutt, Managing Partner of The Condado Collection, in a statement. “We have honored the property’s rich history while thoughtfully…

Video editing app VSCO is adding a set of new AI image editing tools, support for high-resolution RAW files, non-destructive edits, and content-aware region detection. The AI tools will be housed in a new tab called “AI Labs,” which also brings AI-powered object removal chops, similar to Google and Apple’s homegrown offerings. You can highlight or draw a circle around an object in a picture, and VSCO will replace it with what it thinks matches the background. The company said it uses “intelligent area detection” to blend the background in after an object is removed without affecting the resolution or…