Thursday, January 2

Ukraine has decided not to renew a crucial agreement that allows Russia to send gas to Europe through their territory, leaving Russia's economy in an even tighter spot.

Fact of the Day: It takes almost triple as much money to print a $100 bill compared to a $1 bill. Also, printing a $50 bill is 4 cents cheaper than printing a $20 bill! According to the US Federal Reserve, it takes around 3.2 cents to print a $1 or $2 bill. However, $5, $10, $20, and $50 bills are all somewhere between 5 and 6 cents each, and a $100 bill costs 9.4 cents to make.

Quote of the Day: Luxury to me is not about buying expensive things; it’s about living in a way where you appreciate things. (Oscar de la Renta)

Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Rejuvenate (verb, rih-JOO-vuh-nayt) - To rejuvenate a person, parts of the body, etc., is to make them feel young, healthy, or energetic again. To rejuvenate something abstract, such as an economy or career, is to give it new strength or energy.

In a Sentence: The hotel package includes a day at the spa to rejuvenate guests.