Melissa Fleur Afshar

London

Life and Trends Reporter at Newsweek

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Millennial Woman Was Always a 'Finance Nerd'-by Her Mid-30s She'd Retired

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

For one self-described "finance nerd," crunching numbers did not just build wealth—it unlocked the coveted path to early retirement. Jumoke, a former investment banker based in London, England, retired in her early 30s and now lives in part off passive income from her investments. "I retired from my 9-5 in my 30s and now I live off my investments," she told viewers online in a YouTube video from February.
Son-In-Law Cuts Brownie Bizarrely, Family ‘Debate if He Can Stay in Will’

1 week ago | myrtlebeachonline.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

A man's unusual way of cutting into a freshly baked brownie tray has sparked laughter among viewers on Reddit, after his father-in-law shared the result of his bizarre mode of dishing food to the platform. The man's father-in-law had taken to the platform on June 14 under u/shaneblaster with an image of what had happened to the dessert. His son-in-law had cut the brownie, not delicately from its corners, but by taking a rounded slice out from the very middle of the tray.
Satellite images reveal scale of wildfires scorching New Mexico

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.
Owner Told Bulldog Is Danger To Pregnant Dachshund-Tears at What Happens

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.
Cat Owners Find Feline in Kitchen, But Something Isn't Right-'Excuse Me'

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.
Dad Left Stunned by Disneyland Breakfast Bill: 'Almost Spit Out My Coffee'

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.
Dog Dumped Outside Shelter, Her Facial Expression Breaks Hearts: 'So Sad'

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

A dog left tethered outside an animal rescue shelter has stirred a wave of emotion within viewers online, after a viral video captured her forlorn gaze toward passing cars in a heartbreaking moment of abandonment. The video, posted by a woman who appears to work at the rescue shelter (@lo_kane) on June 14, shows the visibly anxious canine sitting alone on the outside steps of the facility, still on her lead.
Couple quoted $500 for dog's sedated nail trim, come up with hilarious plan

3 weeks ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.
Dog Given Own Seat, Pillow and Blanket on Flight, He Takes Full Advantage

3 weeks ago | myrtlebeachonline.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

When a flight attendant on an almost empty flight noticed a dachshund in the cabin, they offered him a business class upgrade—with all the trimmings. The canine, whose cozy in-flight experience has since become a viral sensation on Instagram, was filmed fast asleep in his very own seat, complete with a pillow and blanket, as if he had paid a premium for the privilege.
Newborn Feline Introduced to Older Kittens-Then They Did the 'Cutest Thing'

3 weeks ago | newsweek.com | Melissa Fleur Afshar

By Melissa Fleur Afshar is a Newsweek reporter based in London, United Kingdom. Her current focus is on trending life stories and human-interest features on a variety of topics ranging from relationships, pets, and personal finances to health, work, travel, and family dynamics. She has covered current affairs, social issues, and lifestyle stories extensively.