Author: Tricia Goss
Laundry detergent is expensive. Here’s how to use less
When it comes to laundry detergent, using the correct amount is essential for achieving clean, fresh-smelling clothes. Too little detergent can leave your clothes feeling unclean and …
Wooly mammoth meatballs are a thing. But would you want to eat one?
Woolly mammoths, which roamed the Earth during the Ice Age, are long extinct. But remains found in Arctic permafrost have helped scientists sequence their genome and …
10 private islands you can rent — if you can afford them
You are longing for a vacation, and you really want to get away from it all. How about a private island? You can have your own little …
Beer-flavored popsicles are here just in time for March Madness
Coors Light just launched a new product that blends two unexpected favorites into one: beer-flavored popsicles. The non-alcoholic popsicles, aptly called Coors-icles, are designed to evoke …
Archaeologists find 5,000-year-old tavern with food still in bowls
Archaeologists recently made a remarkable discovery in the ancient city-state of Lagash, Iraq. The team of archaeologists from the U.S. and Italy uncovered the remains of …
10 sunny Vrbo rentals perfect for escaping winter’s chill
“Snowbirds” have historically been retired northerners who migrate to warmer locales for the winter. But if you work remotely, have some PTO available or just need …
Yes, you can even vacation like Barbie, if that’s your thing
“Barbiecore” is a hot trend characterized by vivid pink hues, based on the aesthetic of the iconic Mattel doll that has been an indelible part of …
11 amazing hobbit homes you can rent on Vrbo
Whether you’ve just gotten deep into the bold new “Rings of Power” series on Prime Video, you’re more of a J.R.R. Tolkien purist or you simply have …
Man takes his grandma on adventures of a lifetime
Brad Ryan and his grandma Joy Ryan weren’t always close. Though they had a tight bond through his childhood, Brad’s parents’ divorce had been difficult …
Set sail like Mark Twain on this Mississippi river cruise
Can’t decide between a cruise vacation and a cross-country trip to view a variety of small towns and big cities across the U.S.? Why not …
Our favorite keto salads for summer
Following a ketogenic diet can help you shed pounds, improve your cholesterol, decrease your blood glucose levels and lower your blood pressure. However, figuring out what to eat …
New York’s last public pay phone goes bye bye
In 1889, inventor William Gray and developer George A. Long installed the first pay phone at a bank in Hartford, Connecticut. By 1902, there were …
Paul Rudd bought his favorite candy store to keep it from shutting down
In 1994, Ira Gutner left a successful career in New York City’s Garment District to move upstate and open a boutique candy and coffee shop. Samuel’s of Rhinebeck …
Dolly Parton to star in film adaptation of her new book, ‘Run, Rose, Run’
If you love Dolly Parton (and, seriously, how could you not?), you’ll be excited to learn that she will be starring in her first major film in a …
The secret island hideaway in a national park
After surviving the pandemic, doesn’t a relaxing vacation on a private island sound glorious? It could be easier and more affordable to achieve than you might think. Once you’re ready …
Watch the world’s largest cast iron skillet take a ride on a semi
The Lodge Company has been crafting cast-iron cookware for more than 120 years, since Joseph Lodge settled in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, and started the Blackrock Foundry in …
After 76 years, WWII soldier’s letter home is finally delivered
Receiving a letter from a loved one who has passed away seems like something from a dream. But for one family, mail that was delivered more …
Calling all Golden Girls fans! There’s a convention planned for 2022
Gather up your friends, pals and confidants and make plans to head to Chicago next April: The first-ever Golden Girls convention, formally named “Golden Con: Thank You …
These Trader Joe’s cocoa bombs look just like cute holiday ornaments
Hot chocolate bombs have been trending for the past few winters, and they don’t show any signs of falling out of fashion. Brands and individuals continue to …
The world’s oldest restaurant is in Spain. Take a peek inside
There are some remarkable restaurants around the globe, like an eatery in Norway that gives patrons amazing underwater views or one in Italy that’s nestled into the side …
Do you really have to peel your carrots?
With just 25 calories and six carbs, a medium-sized carrot packs a nutritional punch. One carrot provides more than twice the daily requirement of vitamin A, and the …
Need a seasonal job? These companies are hiring
If you are hoping to make some extra cash for the holidays, companies are looking to fill hundreds of thousands of seasonal positions in 2021. From retail and …
Your dog could be on a Budweiser holiday can. Here’s how
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The weirdest roadside attractions in every state
Is your family in the 79% of American families who plan to take a road trip this year? Be sure to pack plenty of snacks, activities to entertain the kids …
How to make your inflatable holiday decorations last longer
Inflatable decorations for your yard or porch can be an affordable way to go big for any holiday. Not only are they economical, but they are …
25 things that may be gone from the Earth by 2050
Our planet “clearly and unequivocally faces a climate emergency,” according to a new study by 11,258 scientists from 153 countries, which provides six broad policy goals that …
