Everybody judges.

Within a few seconds of seeing someone — whether on a date or at the grocery store — we decide on numerous things about them, from how smart they are to how likely they are to commit a crime.

Surprisingly, our first impressions can be remarkably accurate in some instances. In others, they can be wildly off base.

Here are a few of the things we determine about people based on how they look.

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If you're attractive, people assume you have other positive traits as well.

Thanks to a phenomenon that social psychologists call "the halo effect," we tend to assume that good-looking people possess other positive qualities aside from their looks, such as intelligence and commitment.

Daniel Hamermesh, a University of Texas at Austin psychologist who studies beauty in the workplace, found that, among other things, this cognitive bias means good-looking people tend to get paid more. 

Similarly, in a study of male undergrads who were asked to evaluate an essay written by an unnamed female peer, the participants judged the writer and her work more favorably when they were shown a photo of an attractive woman whom they believed to be the writer, as opposed to when they were shown a photo of an unattractive woman or no photo at all.

People can also get a surprisingly accurate read of your personality from a photo.

People can tell a surprising amount about your personality from your portrait. 

In a 2009 study, researchers showed participants the photos of 123 undergrads from the University of Texas at Austin in which the undergrads either were told to have a neutral expression or were allowed to pose however they wanted.

No matter which position the people took, the viewers were better than chance at judging the following: how extroverted they were, how high their self-esteem was, how religious they were, how agreeable they were, and how conscientious they were.

People use facial clues about your height to judge your leadership abilities.

In 2013, a group of psychologists, neuroscientists, and computer scientists from Europe and the US had a small group of participants look at portraits of 47 white men and 83 white women and evaluate them first on their height and next on their ability to lead. 

The researchers found that people used factors in the photos like gender and face length to make guesses about people's height and then used these same factors when they judged their leadership qualities. Faces that appeared to belong to taller people were rated as belonging to better leaders.

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• Bridal fashion is always evolving.
• INSIDER consulted Mara Urshel, co-owner of Kleinfeld Bridal, as well as several wedding planners to find out what's trending in bridal fashion this year.
• Top trends include three-dimensional elements, illusion necklines, and off-the-shoulder dresses.

Just like everyday fashion, wedding dress styles are constantly changing.

INSIDER consulted Mara Urshel, co-owner of Kleinfeld Bridal — the famous boutique featured on the TV show, "Say Yes to the Dress"— to find out what's hot in bridal fashion right now. We also asked several wedding planners for the bridal trends they're seeing more of this year.

Here's what fashion-forward brides are wearing to walk down the aisle.

Three-dimensional elements

More brides are wearing dresses with three-dimensional elements, according to Urshel.

Wedding planner Amy Shey Jacobs of Chandelier Events told INSIDER it's a big trend among her brides, pointing to designers using 3-D elements, like Marchesa. Jacobs said she's seeing the trend take form in "flutters of petals or flowers."

"The 3-D textural elements in wedding gowns is a trend I don't see going away anytime soon," she said. "It's a really romantic beautiful look."

Bold florals

Flowers are such a big part of the 3-D textural trend that they qualify as a trend themselves. 

Wedding planner Amy Katz of Amy Katz Events identified bold florals as a huge trend in bridal fashion, with more brides going for dresses with statement floral details.

Illusion necklines

Illusion necklines are everywhere right now, according to renowned wedding planner Colin Cowie.

By combining sheer material with lace, gowns with an illusion neckline look like they're sleeveless from a distance. The eye-drawing neckline also combines classic and modern, making delicate details look more fashion-forward.

After a lot of success in translating its comic superheroes to the big screen, Marvel has made an unprecedented push to do the same thing in television.

While there are currently six Marvel TV series, there are at least 11 more shows based on Marvel comics that are in production or being developed right now.

The path to TV hasn't been a smooth one. Last year, ABC canceled the low-rated "Agent Carter" series. And "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." is one of ABC's lowest-rated shows. Plus, after a string of critical successes for Marvel shows at Netflix, "Iron Fist" was hammered with negative reviews.

In light of the bruising critics gave "Iron Fist," we took a look at review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, which assigns a fresh percentage score based on reviews, to see how it ranked against other Marvel shows.

Here's how the Marvel TV shows rank, according to critics:

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6. "Iron Fist" (Netflix)

Finn Jones stars as the orphaned hero with the killer punch and multimillion-dollar fortune  on "Iron Fist."

Rotten Tomatoes score: 17% fresh

5. "Daredevil" (Netflix)

Charlie Cox plays the blind superhero with a hankering for vigilante justice on "Daredevil."

Rotten Tomatoes score: 87% fresh

4. "Legion" (FX)

Dan Stevens plays the longtime psychiatric patient who finds out his visions and mental powers actually don't mean he's crazy, and he could be the most important player in an ongoing mutant war, on FX's "Legion."

Rotten Tomatoes score: 90% fresh

Harvard and Yale Law School graduates have established themselves in some of America's most powerful positions — from president to Supreme Court justice.

In fact, every single current member of the Supreme Court attended law school at Harvard or Yale — though Ruth Bader Ginsburg ultimately got her degree from Columbia Law School after transferring from Harvard Law.

Less well-known is where the justices attended for their undergraduate studies.

Take a look below to find out the alma maters of the justices of the highest court in America.

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Anthony Kennedy — Stanford University

Kennedy graduated from Stanford in 1958 with a degree in political science. He graduated cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1961.

Clarence Thomas — College of the Holy Cross

Thomas graduated cum laude from College of the Holy Cross in 1971 with a degree in English literature. He graduated from Yale Law School in 1974.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg — Cornell University

Ginsburg graduated from Cornell University in 1954 with a degree in government. She started at Harvard Law School in 1956, before transferring to Columbia Law School when her husband took a job in New York.

She graduated from Columbia in 1959, tying for first in her class.

Every year, billions of dollars in illegal narcotics circle the globe, driven by the demand of millions of users.

At every step, authorities try to intercept the drugs and apprehend their purveyors.

In response, traffickers have developed a variety of inventive ways to obscure their cargos.

In August 2016, US border agents uncovered more than 4,000 pounds of marijuana hidden among limes.

In two incidents in July, border agents found well over 200 pounds of meth hidden in shipments of jalapeños and cucumbers.

But food isn't the only method of concealment.

Fake carrots, real doughnuts, catapults, drones, submarines, and the human stomach — here's a non-exhaustive list of the clever ways traffickers have smuggled drugs.

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Stuffed chili peppers and fake carrots

Drug traffickers have mixed legitimate business with their illicit activities, in part so that the former can conceal the latter. Vaunted drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, now awaiting trial in the US, was no exception.

“He opened a cannery in Guadalajara and began producing thousands of cans stamped 'Comadre Jalapeños,' stuffing them with cocaine,” Patrick Radden Keefe wrote in a 2012 New York Times Magazine profile of Guzman, before "vacuum-sealing them and shipping them to Mexican-owned grocery stores in California."

In one instance, according to a court in San Diego, 1,400 boxes of canned peppers, filled with "hundreds of kilos of cocaine," were intercepted at the border.

In January 2016, agents in Texas discovered a shipment of marijuana wrapped in orange tape and a concealed within a cargo of carrots. The bust uncovered more than a ton of weed worth a half-million dollars.

In October 2016, Customs and Border Protection agents stopped a tractor trailer loaded with a commercial shipment of carrots. Among the carrots, agents found 159 packages of 88 pounds worth of what was thought to be meth.

Watermelons, pineapples, and other produce

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In February 2014, just a few days before Guzman was captured for the second time, it was reported that authorities in Culiacan, the capital of Sinaloa state, seized more than 4,000 cucumbers and plantains stuffed with cocaine.

In another case, a checkpoint in Arizona came across a shipment of marijuana that had been packaged in green plastic with yellow streaks — giving the bundles the appearance of watermelons.

Authorities on the US-Mexico border have also discovered crystal meth hidden in pineapples.

Drugs hidden within food shipments can make it deep into the US. In December 2016, police in Chicago were tipped off to the arrival of a tomato shipment with 54 kilos of cocaine in it — drugs with a street value of almost $7 million.

Bananas are especially popular

Colombia is a major producer of bananas. Colombia is also a major producer of cocaine.

Traffickers have seized on that overlap.

In September, Spanish police busted a 2,000-pound cocaine haul hidden in a commercial shipment of bananas in the southern city of Sevilla.

The bananas don't have to be real, however.

In November, Spanish police in the southern coastal city of Malaga and the Mediterranean coast city of Valencia uncovered 37.5 pounds of cocaine— just over 15 pounds of it concealed in fake bananas made of resin, with the rest hidden in the flaps of the cardboard boxes the bananas were shipped in.

What you say on your first day on the job doesn't just influence what your colleagues think of you — it could end up costing you the gig.

"If you say something that's off, it sets the tone, and that could be the reason for you to be let go in your first three months," says J.T. O'Donnell, the founder of career-advice site Careerealism.com and author of "Careerealism: The Smart Approach to a Satisfying Career."

"It's natural to want to be liked — to impress and fit in quickly," says workplace expert Michelle Kerrigan. "However, many try too hard, and talk too much when they should be listening."

Here are 22 things you should avoid saying — especially on your first day on the job:

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'In my last job ... '

No one likes a know-it-all.

Rosalinda Oropeza Randall, etiquette and civility expert and author of "Don't Burp in the Boardroom," suggests walking into the new job with energy, but she also recommends a splash of humility.

"Not the timid, reserved definition, but with an attitude of learning — not knowing it all," she tells Business Insider.

'You look different than you sound over the phone.'

"Don't begin a conversation by implying you're surprised, disappointed, or puzzled by that fact that the person did not meet your predisposed expectations," says Darlene Price, author of "Well Said! Presentations and Conversations That Get Results.""Instead say, 'Hi, it's so nice to meet you and great to finally place a face with name!'"

'OMG, I LOVE that!'

You're already hired; there's no need to try too hard to get people to like you.

While it's nice to know that people think you're personable or that you really "get" the company, Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and author of "Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job," says this is a waste of energy. You'll impress naturally by just being yourself.

In Brazil and the United States, a firm handshake is expected. This would be off putting in the UK, as the British like to greet each other with a lighter handshake. 

Every country has a unique set of customs, and it is important to recognize and respect cultural differences, especially when conducting business around the world.

We created a helpful guide for handshake etiquette across 14 countries, thanks to information from BBC and Mental Floss:

Kathleen Elkins contributed to an older version of this post.

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A space that features foosball tables, karaoke machines, beer kegs, and free snacks sounds more like a rec room for adults than a workplace.

But those are just a few of the enviable perks Yelp offers its 900 New York-based employees.

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Francisco, Yelp is a nearly $3 billion company that allows consumers to locate and review businesses on its mobile app and website now. It now has seven offices around the US and Europe, including one in the heart of Manhattan that Business Insider visited.

We went inside the Madison Avenue office to get a clearer picture of what the Yelp culture is really like. Here's what we saw and learned:

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Upon arriving at Yelp's New York office on a Wednesday afternoon in August, we were greeted by Paul Reich, vice president of local sales, who would be our tour guide. Our first stop: the Yelp Café.

Reich said this is where Yelp's New York employees — most of whom work in sales — can enjoy a caffeine break Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

The entire time we were there, loud, upbeat music was playing throughout the office. Reich told us that the playlists tend to be pretty eclectic: "We don't know whether we'll be hearing Brazilian or samba or even some heavy metal." When we arrived at the office, "Rock Lobster" by the B-52s was playing.

President Donald Trump is following a mixed bag of characters on Twitter. 

While his follower count rises — 27.6 million and growing — his following list is a fraction of the size.

So what are the 43 accounts Trump follows? They're his children, a bevy of Fox News hosts, and his own hotels and golf courses.

Here are all the accounts Trump follows on Twitter.

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First lady Melania Trump

Melania Trump is Donald Trump's third wife. The pair married in 2005.

Vanessa Trump and Donald Trump Jr.

Vanessa Trump is Donald Trump's daughter-in-law. The former model married Donald Trump Jr. in 2005, and they now have five children.

Donald Trump Jr. is the oldest son of Donald Trump and his first wife, Ivana, and has been working for the Trump Organization since shortly after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania.

Ivanka Trump, Trump's eldest daughter

Ivanka Trump is Donald Trump's second-eldest child and one of his closest advisers. She was also the first account Trump followed on Twitter. In recent months, she has stepped away from her business ties with the Trump Organization and her fashion label to move to Washington, DC.

Can you believe the "Fast and Furious" franchise has been around for 16 years?

It's still going as fast and as furious as ever. "The Fate of the Furious" (opening Friday) is fun, according to the early reviews from critics trickling out, but with Dom (Vin Diesel) turning on the family he's so obsessed with talking about all the time, the new movie takes a darker turn than any of the other seven films in the franchise.

It also takes things to the next level. The eighth installment is getting generally positive though somewhat mixed reviews (it has a 75% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes as of this writing). But while it may not be the best of the franchise, fans will delight in plonking down money to see a scene in which Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson catches a torpedo with his bare hands (yes, really). Oh, and there's a submarine chase in the Arctic. Because after seven "Fast and Furious" movies, cars and tanks are not enough. 

Here's what the critics are saying about "The Fate of the Furious":

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It's exactly what fans of the franchise love and expect.

"A soap opera that just happens to cost millions of dollars and feature souped-up sports cars jumping over submarines."—Time Out

"The Fate of the Furious provides plenty of the high-octane escapism and ridiculously elaborate vehicular mayhem fans of the series expect."—IGN

"A dazzling action spectacle that proves this franchise is far from out of gas."—Variety

Some agree that after eight films, the franchise is getting a little tired.

"The plot twists suggest the kind of games that 11-year-old boys put together on the playground during recess, with women in peril and so many different parts for everyone to play that you begin to lose track of who everybody is."—The Wrap

"If you've spent the last sixteen years investing in the family and their ragtag tapestry, you might find yourself a little disappointed."—Collider

Jason Statham and Dwayne Johnson, both newer additions to the franchise, keep it interesting.

"Thankfully, it's frequently also much funnier and lighter on its feet than previous outings, and a lot of that credit goes to Statham and Johnson, whose love-hate bromance feels like the real core of the movie."—Entertainment Weekly

An eruption of Mount Etna recently caught out some BBC journalists who were filming there. The footage was extraordinary and highlighted the hazards volcanoes pose to humans and society.

Since 1600, 278,880 people have been killed by volcanic activity, with many of these deaths attributed to secondary hazards associated with the main eruption. Starvation killed 92,000 following the 1815 Tambora eruption in Indonesia, for example, and a volcanic tsunami killed 36,000 following the 1883 Krakatoa eruption.

Since the 1980s, deaths related to volcanic eruptions have been rather limited, but this is not entirely a result of increased preparedness or investment in hazard management – it is significantly a matter of chance.

Research shows that volcanic activity has shown no let up since the turn of the 21st century – it just hasn’t been around population centres. Indeed, there remain a number of volcanoes poised to blow which pose a major threat to life and livelihood.

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Vesuvius, Italy

Known for its 79AD eruption, which destroyed the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, Vesuvius is still a significant hazard given that it overshadows the city of Naples and its surrounds, which are home to over 3m people.

It is also known for a particularly intense form of eruption. Plinian (after Pliny the Younger who was the first to describe the 79AD event) eruptions are characterised by the ejection of a vast column of gas and ash which extends into the stratosphere, far higher than commercial airliners fly.

Were such an eruption to occur at Vesuvius today, it is likely that much of the population would already have been evacuated as a precursory swarm of earthquakes would likely herald its imminent approach. But those who remained would initially be showered with huge pumice rocks too large to be kept aloft by the column of gas.

Then, as the volcano began to run out of energy, the column itself would collapse, causing smaller particles of rock (from fine ash to small boulders) to fall from the sky and back to Earth at high velocity. Asphyxiating clouds of gas and pulverised rock – pyroclastic density currents – would then flood down the slopes of the volcano, annihilating anything in their path. Such gas-ash features have been known to travel tens of kilometres and at terrifying speeds, potentially turning modern Naples into a new Pompeii.

Nyiragongo, Democratic Republic of Congo

This central African volcano has erupted several times over the last few decades and while its eruptions aren’t particularly explosive, it produces a particularly runny – and dangerous – form of lava. Once effused, this lava can rapidly move down the flanks of the volcano and inundate areas with little or no warning.

In 2002, the lava lake at the volcano’s summit was breached, resulting in streams of lava hurtling towards the nearby city of Goma at 60km/h, engulfing parts of it to a depth of two metres.

Fortunately, warnings had been issued as the volcano’s unrest has made it the focus of intense research – and over 300,000 people were evacuated in time. Should such an event occur again, we have to hope that the authorities are equally prepared, but this is a politically unstable area and it remains seriously vulnerable.

Popocatepetl, Mexico

“Popo”, as the locals call it, is just 70km south-west of the one of the largest cities in the world: Mexico City, home to 20m people. Popo is regularly active and its most recent bout of activity in 2016 sent a plume of ash to an altitude of five kilometres.

In recent times, and indeed throughout much of its history, eruptive events at Popo have consisted of similarly isolated ash plumes. But these plumes coat the mountain in a thick blanket of ash which, when mixed with water, can form a dense muddy mixture which has the potential to flow for many kilometres and at relatively high speeds.

Such phenomena, known as “lahars”, can be extremely deadly, as exemplified by the Nevado del Ruiz disaster of 1985 when around 26,000 people were killed in the town of Armero, Colombia, by a lahar with a volcanic source that was 60km away.

The Nevado del Ruiz tragedy was the direct result of volcanic activity melting ice at the volcano’s summit, but a large volume of rainfall or snowmelt could feasibly generate a similar lahar on Popo. This could flow down-slope towards nearby settlements with little or no warning.

This week, just a few months ahead of its two-year anniversary, Microsoft is releasing the Windows 10 Creators Update, bringing loads of new features.

When Windows 10 first launched, I decided to give it a go, figuring it would be a pleasant change from the Macs I had been using for years.

But I ended up liking Windows 10 quite a bit— especially when paired up with hardware like Microsoft's own Surface Studio PC or Surface Book laptop.

In fact, I like the Windows 10/Surface Book combo better than any of the many MacBooks I've ever owned since I went all-Apple around 2008. In many ways, I'm more productive and a much happier computer-user on Windows 10.

Here's why I like Windows 10 so much, and why I have no plans to go back to Apple's camp after years of being a Mac guy.

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I've been running Windows 10 for most of the past two years, pausing only to go back to my Mac for a few weeks at a time and to compare notes. Now, I'm a huge fan of Microsoft's own Surface hardware, including the Surface Studio PC, a funky tablet/PC hybrid that blows away the iMac.

The first, and biggest, reason to love Windows 10 is Cortana — the digital assistant that comes with every copy of Windows 10. Not only can Cortana search your files and folders, but she provides a look into your daily calendar and other info when you click.

If you're an Android person, it's like the best parts of Google Now, which present you with the most relevant information from your apps ...

As the youngest of the Kardashian clan, Kylie Jenner has spent the past few years setting herself apart from her four older sisters by experimenting with lots of daring and adventurous looks. Now a beauty mogul, the 19-year-old has a thriving cosmetics company featuring products that have sold out in minutes on numerous occasions, even managing to break Google at one point.  

The reality star came of age right before our eyes and did so with some killer looks. From chic, jet black bobs to icy green, waist-length extensions, we've rounded up some of Kylie Jenner's most jaw-dropping looks to date.

See how Kylie Jenner's beauty has evolved over the past decade:

Here's a 12-year-old Kylie Jenner, stepping out at a record release party with grown out bangs and very minimal makeup.

In early summer of 2010, Kylie began to experiment with a more mature look, wearing loose curls and a tinge of eyeliner.

By September of that same year, the now 13-year-old donned a half-up braided hairstyle and enhances her look with eyeliner.

We tend to think of successful people — even the ones who inherit their status — as being born with grit.

Traits like that, we're told, will drive us to early prosperity and set us up for happiness later on.

A new study of more than 8,000 men and women over 50 suggests that's probably not true. Instead, traits like grit and optimism can be learned, and they keep playing an important role in our health and happiness long after we land our first job, the study found.

The findings of the new paper are bolstered by decades of previous research linking well-being and longevity to characteristics like optimism. Read on to see which ones you possess.

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Conscientiousness

In the most recent study, published Monday in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers linked conscientiousness, or being thorough and efficient but less likely to take risks, with increased well-being and happiness, along with 4 other traits. Of the more than 8,000 participants in the study, only 23% were defined as conscientious.

Other research ties conscientiousness with well-being. A 75-year analysis of 300 couples who enrolled in the study in their mid-20s while engaged found that men whom their friends identified as conscientious tended to live longer than those who were not seen as possessing the trait. Another long-term study came to similar conclusions, but this time about men and women. Members of both gender who were seen as conscientious lived longer, on average, than their non-conscientious peers.

Optimism

To measure optimism in the most recent study, researchers asked participants to rank how much they agreed with the following two statements: 1) "I feel that life is full of opportunities," and 2) "I feel that the future looks good for me." Using those measures, roughly a quarter of participants were identified as optimistic.

In the past, researchers have noted links between optimism and good health, even when accounting for differences in people's socioeconomic status. A recent German study of roughly 2,500 people found that psychological resources like optimistic personal beliefs positively affected participants' health across incomes and education levels.

Grit

Under 21% of the people in the most recent study were identified as having grit or being determined, making it the rarest out of the 5 life skills outlined in the study.

Which is more important: Making sure you have the perfect Easter dress, or making sure your child does?

Lucky for you, we've rounded up the best dresses for every age child and every type of Easter event. All you need to do is pick out the shoes.

Infant: Daisy Dress Set

The classic white Easter dress gets a fun update with a yellow ribbon and yellow-accented 3D flowers. The affordable price means you won't have to fret about finding another occasion for your child to wear this dress while it still fits. 

Baby Girls Sleeveless Crochet Lace 3D Daisy Dress And Bloomers Set from The Children's Place, $13.98

Infant: Pink Floral Dress Set

If your Easter plans are formal, this is the dress set for your baby. The taffeta-like material is dressy, but still easy to clean. Even the coordinating bloomers have a formal twist with the ruffles along the legs.

Pippa & Julie Daisy Burnout Fit & Flare Dress from Nordstrom, $48

Infant: 2-Piece

Doesn't this look like an outfit you'd wear yourself? This set comes in a variety of patterns and colors, giving you plenty of options to choose from. We love this bright floral print that will make your baby stand out in pictures. 

2-Piece Bodysuit Dress & Cardigan Set from Carter's, $11.99

With prime access to bars and restaurants, and enjoyable weather, the University of San Francisco is America's college with the best location, according to academic-review site Niche.com.

Niche's ranking assessed 1,376 four-year colleges and universities on a number of factors including student response on surveys, access to bars, restaurants, cafes, and outdoor activities; local weather; and percentage of residents aged 18-24.

Scroll through to find out the 25 colleges with the best location.

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24. University of Colorado-Denver — Denver, Colorado

24. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences — Boston, Massachusetts

23. University of Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Obamas are making the most of their vacation time. Since leaving the White House in January, they have been hitting some of the most exotic destinations imaginable.

After spending a few days in Palm Springs, Barack and Michelle Obama kicked off their tropical tour with a visit to entrepreneur Richard Branson's private Necker Island.

The next stop was The Brando, a luxury island resort on the atoll of Tetiaroa in French Polynesia. The resort is so exclusive, it can only be reached by boat or by two-engined Air Tetiaroa planes, according to People magazine. The former president has been there since March 15, while Michelle only joined her husband last week. 

Take a look at the incredible places they have visited so far. 

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After eight years in office, the Obamas headed off for a well-deserved break in January.

The first stop (after a very brief stint in Palm Springs) was Necker Island.

This 72-acre island, located in the British Virgin Islands, is owned by British entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson.

Sergio Garcia has finally done it.

After a thrilling back-9, going head-to-head with Justin Rose, Garcia won the Masters, his first major, with a birdie putt on the first hole of the playoff. The win came in the 74th major of what has otherwise been a strong career on the golf course.

Off the course, Garcia's life is pretty fabulous too. He is engaged to a golf reporter, loves to play poker, and owns a jet and a race car.

Here's a closer look at the life of the Masters champion:

If we consider his winnings on both the PGA Tour and the European Tour, Garcia has now made more than $70 million in his career.

Only five golfers in the history of the game have made more. His main rival, Tiger Woods, is one.

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At the Players Championship in 2013, Garcia lost about $1.5 million in winnings when he shot 5-over on the final two holes when he was tied with Tiger Woods for the lead.

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Grilled cheese is a classic comfort food that has placed itself firmly into the lives of millions since its creation.

However, the delicious sandwich has transformed itself from a simple staple into a canvas for chefs and foodies to test out wild new variations and cooking techniques. 

While some may strongly believe that grilled cheeses should be as simple as possible, others are taking them to new heights with unique cooking methods and recipes.

If you've been thinking about upping your grilled cheese game, consider trying one of these 14 hacks.

Take your grilled cheese to the grill.

Grilled cheeses are typically cooked on a stove or in a toaster oven, but they can also be taken to the grill. Next time you're planning a summer barbecue, add actually grilled grilled cheeses to the menu. 

Use multiple cheeses.

According to cheese expert and chef at New York City's Murray's Cheese Amy Stonionis, the key to the perfect grilled cheese is using multiple different kinds of cheese.

Murray's uses three cheeses:

• Fontina val d'Aosta, which is one of the best cheeses for melting.
• Asiago, which gives the sandwich a nutty taste.
• Provolone, which gives the sandwich a bit of bite.

Use two pans.

Using two pans will help your cheese melt. Stonionis recommends using a second pan to press your sandwich into the pan you're cooking it in.

What it means to live "comfortably" is, of course, subjective. One couple can happily travel the world on less than $30,000 a year, while another may struggle to maintain their preferred lifestyle making $500,000 a year in New York City.

Nonetheless, a good rule of thumb is to live by the 50-30-20 plan. That is, spending 50% of your income on necessities (like housing and food) and 30% on discretionary items (like travel and entertainment), and saving the remaining 20%.

However, cost of living and wages vary from city to city, so while you may be able to achieve this budget with ease in some places, in others it's a much more challenging task. Indeed, in many locations, the median income is well below what would be necessary to live comfortably under the 50-30-20 guideline.

For its latest report on the income needed to afford living in the 50 biggest cities in America, GOBankingRates examined the following monthly expenses for a single person living in the largest US cities by population:

• Housing: the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment in each city, sourced from Zillow's January 2017 rental index
• Groceries:the recommended amount reported by cost-of-living database Numbeo.com for each city
• Utilities: the average cost for a 915-square-foot apartment in each city, according to cost estimates from Numbeo.com
• Transportation: costs according to the Economic Policy Institute's Family Budget Calculator for each city or its nearest metropolitan area
• Health insurance: premiums as estimated at the state level for 2016 by the Department of Health and Human Services

GoBankingRates multiplied the total monthly cost of necessities for each city by 12 to get the annual cost. To live by the 50-30-20 rule, a person would need to earn twice as much as their expenses, so GoBankingRates doubled the total cost of necessities to arrive at the total recommended income for each city.

Below, check out how much you need to earn to live by the 50-30-20 rule in the 25 largest cities in America — ranging from $40,000 in El Paso, Texas, to $110,000 in San Francisco. We've also included how much the median household actually earns in each location. 

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Nashville

Population: 644,014

Income needed: $70,150

Median income: $47,621

Boston

Population: 655,884

Income needed: $79,277

Median income: $55,777

Memphis

Population: 656,861

Income needed: $48,467

Median income: $36,445