Isn’t it amazing how fast summer goes by? The kids are back in school, and it’s time for the annual REI Labor Day Sale. This year’s event kicks off today, August 22, and ends on Labor Day, September 2. Many items are up to 30 percent off, and REI Co-op members save 20 percent on … Read more
It’s “back to school” season for some and “been back in school” season for others, but regardless of your specific situation, now is the time of year when retailers are discounting all the school essentials. We’ve hunted down discounts on the best back-to-school gear our reviewers have hand-tested, from laptops and mattress toppers to bags … Read more
Viola Davis made a radiant appearance as she was inducted into the Television Academy’s Hall of Fame, accompanied by her husband Julius Tennon and their 15-year-old daughter, Genesis. The Oscar-winning actress graced the red carpet in a vibrant orange long-sleeved Ralph Lauren evening gown, featuring a sleek twist detail at the waist. The striking dress, … Read more
You get all the same software features as the Pixel 9 series, but there are some extras to take advantage of all the screens. Made You Look, for example, plays a cute animation on the outer screen to make sure your kiddo stares at it when you’re trying to capture a photo. When you’re on … Read more
If You Have a Dog, Consider These Kits I don’t have a dog, so I didn’t try these at-home DNA test kits for dogs, but these are the kits specifically for dogs from Basepaws and Wisdom Panel, the two companies I’ve tested for my cats. Wisdom Panel Breed Discovery Dog DNA Kit Wisdom Panel Premium … Read more
Fashion Bomb Accessories flash! Kerry Washington joined her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, at a special screening of his new film The Knife. The project marks a major milestone for Asomugha, who not only directed, but also co-wrote, co-produced, and stars in the suspenseful drama. The couple made a stylish red carpet appearance, with Washington’s look perfectly … Read more
Compare Our Top 6 Grinders More Excellent Grinders Conical-burr all-rounders: Baratza Encore for $150: Baratza’s original Encore is the Honda of the conical burr grinder world: easy to maintain, runs great, easy to use, lasts forever, replacement parts are easy to find. It’s been on the market largely unchanged for more than a decade. For … Read more
If you’ve seen signs advertising hearing aid shops while driving around town, you might be lulled into thinking these specialized storefronts are the only way to buy them. Not so. In 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration paved the way for hearing aids to be sold over the counter, which means consumers now have … Read more
Other Hearing Aids to Consider We’ve reviewed dozens of hearing aids, and many of them are good but not great. Here are alternatives to consider: GN ReSound Vivia for $5,000+: ReSound’s new Vivia line of prescription hearing aids are on par in both design (at a svelte 2.56 grams) and quality with the Starkey Edge … Read more
The engagement ring is more than a piece of jewelry. It’s a symbol that carries personal meaning, shared history, and the promise of a future together. While styles and traditions have shifted over time, the sentiment behind it remains timeless: it marks a commitment. A Brief History of the Engagement Ring and Its Settings The … Read more