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Though it has existed for roughly 13.8 billion years, it seems like there’s always something new to discover in the universe. Whether it’s a black hole or a new comet, space exploration is an ongoing venture all around the world. What did scientists find this time? Possibly hidden planets. According to Science Daily, a team of scientists from the University of Queensland and colleagues at the Dutch National Observatory have been searching for new planets using the world’s most powerful radio telescope....

` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together For 40 years, the pros at Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line have been answering turkey-related questions from home cooks throughout the holiday season....

hot dog varieties on blue checkered platter Credit: Pernille Loof ` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together...

tamara-brett-wedding-toast-1572-s112120-0915.jpg Credit: Pablo Béglez How many (or how few) people speak at the rehearsal dinner is totally up to you as a couple. But just so you know the rules before you break them, we asked Sharokina Pazand and Kerrie Gallagher, CEO and Event Planner, respectively, of Citygirl Weddings & Events, to share the list of people who are typically expected to give a toast the night before the wedding....

If you’ve only ever consumed the occasional green bottle of soju at a Korean barbecue restaurant, it may come as a surprise to you that soju is the top-selling spirit in the world. While it’s often characterized in the U.S. as a watered-down vodka or Korea’s answer to sake, there’s so much more to soju than these comparisons; it’s truly a category unto itself. Soju literally translates to “burning liquor,” which refers to how it is made, not its flavor, which can range from crisp and dry to floral and fruity....

sliced jalapenos on wood cutting board Credit: Yancho Zapryanov / 500px / Getty Images sliced jalapenos on wood cutting board Credit: Yancho Zapryanov / 500px / Getty Images sliced jalapenos on wood cutting board Credit: Yancho Zapryanov / 500px / Getty Images sliced jalapenos on wood cutting board Credit: Yancho Zapryanov / 500px / Getty Images If you regularly crave cookies, cakes, and candies, you’d likely describe yourself as a person with a sweet tooth....

Whether we add lights to our home’s exterior or stockings to the mantels inside, putting up our favorite Christmas decorations during the holiday season is a ritual we look forward to each year. Beyond décor, one of the most popular motifs of the holiday is the Christmas tree. And though we know when and how to dress it up, understanding when to take it down after the holiday passes is less straightforward....

neutral-colored dining room with black fireplace Credit: Haris Kenjar neutral-colored dining room with black fireplace Credit: Haris Kenjar neutral-colored dining room with black fireplace Credit: Haris Kenjar neutral-colored dining room with black fireplace Credit: Haris Kenjar Home décor trends change throughout the years and are inspired by a variety of influences, including fashion, design, culture, and—in recent decades—social media. Some motifs are even a response to social shifts and change, something we became acutely aware of in 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic....

wedding food Credit: Rebecca Yale Photography To give you an accurate sense of what your wedding food will look and taste like, many caterers offer informal tastings weeks or months before the big day. It’s your opportunity to pick exactly what will be served at the reception, and it’s an important task since the meal can make or break a party. So that everyone remembers the awesome cuisine at your wedding, here’s what to keep in mind....

You’ve likely heard the term “inflammation” brought up time and again, in your doctor’s office and beyond—and for good reason. This is an incredibly common bodily reaction that happens to everyone and involves the immune system responding to a foreign irritant of some kind. It might be a physical injury, like a cut or a scrape, or an invisible invader, like a virus. The body’s response to these triggers can leave certain areas swollen, warm, red, or painful—and might even lead to loss of function, says Magdalena Cadet, M....

white potted houseleek plant Credit: Getty Images/Nikodash If there was an award for cutest succulent, it would undoubtedly go to hens and chicks. Native to southern Europe and northern Africa, the petite plant is beloved by gardeners around the world for its easygoing nature, gorgeous textures, and varied shapes. “They’re darling plants,” says Marianne Hugo, director at Coastkeeper Garden, a nonprofit conservation garden in Orange County, California. “And they’re very beginner friendly....

When you leave the care of your children, pets, or house in the hands of a different person, it’s important to provide a list for what to do in case of an emergency. “Babysitting is a huge responsibility with the goal of keeping everyone safe, respecting the family’s rules, and having fun,” says Katie Loizou of American Red Cross Training Services. “Babysitters must know how to recognize an emergency and what to do if one occurs....

vitamin softgels in hand Credit: Evgeniia Siiankovskaia / Getty Images vitamin softgels in hand Credit: Evgeniia Siiankovskaia / Getty Images vitamin softgels in hand Credit: Evgeniia Siiankovskaia / Getty Images vitamin softgels in hand Credit: Evgeniia Siiankovskaia / Getty Images You already know that exercising regularly can improve your health in many ways, and the health benefits of taking vitamin D and omega-3 supplements have been widely reported. Now, there’s more good reason to consider adding these tools to your preventative health plan: a new study published in the journal Frontiers of Aging reports that combining exercise with both vitamin D and omega-3 supplements may also help reduce your risk of developing invasive cancers by 61 percent....

Whether planted in a garden or featured in an artfully arranged bouquet, ranunculus are instantly recognizable for their brightly hued, tightly layered petals. “With such an extensive species selection and endless array of colors, ranunculus add an impressive pop of color to any landscape,” notes Josh Bateman, the owner of Prince Gardening in Pittsburgh. “These blooms are frequent additions to bouquets for weddings and florist shops, so who wouldn’t want them in their backyard?...

Deep Walk-in closet with wardrobe Credit: GETTY IMAGES Deep Walk-in closet with wardrobe Credit: GETTY IMAGES Deep Walk-in closet with wardrobe Credit: GETTY IMAGES Deep Walk-in closet with wardrobe Credit: GETTY IMAGES When it comes to your home’s storage opportunities, we’re sure you land on the “bigger is always better” side of things. But if you have a deep closet, you may find yourself struggling to optimize all the space that’s out of arm’s reach....

Whether you’re working through a daily to-do list or creating a vision board for a specific part of your life, coming up with tangible, actionable goals can make your road to success that much smoother. Further, sorting your ambitions into short-term and long-term categories can allow you to focus your attention on the tasks directly in front of you—and might even boost your brain health along the way. Figuring out what these intentions look like and then setting and working towards them, however, can be a challenge....

Packing a gift box to send to family. Credit: Bryan Gardner Packing a gift box to send to family. Credit: Bryan Gardner Packing a gift box to send to family. Credit: Bryan Gardner Packing a gift box to send to family. Credit: Bryan Gardner Shipping holiday gifts to friends and family, in general, can be complicated. If you ship the item too late, it won’t arrive on time—and delays in delivery are all too common during the pandemic....

We live in our jeans. And considering the cost of premium denim, as well as the time and effort spent in fitting rooms or online hunting for the perfect pair, it makes sense to pay greater attention to these wardrobe staples—especially when it comes to washing them. Ahead, Catherine Ryu, the creative director of womenswear at Citizens of Humanity, shares her best advice on extending the life of our everyday uniform, which starts in the laundry room....

Some of us enjoy knitting, while others prefer crocheting. Both techniques of needlework use yarn to create beautiful pieces—garments, accessories like hats and mittens, blankets—that adorn our homes or fill our closets. The beauty of both is that you can really connect with the yarn and the pattern for the project, and the end result is truly a personalized labor of love. The meditative act of stitching in repetition is one that tends to be very relaxing and mentally stimulating, too....

Martha Stewart in private library Credit: Dana Gallagher Martha Stewart in private library Credit: Dana Gallagher Martha Stewart in private library Credit: Dana Gallagher Martha Stewart in private library Credit: Dana Gallagher A voracious reader since childhood, Martha has amassed hundreds of gardening books over the decades. When she moved out of her home in East Hampton last year, she transported boxes of books to Bedford, where she’s carving out space for them in her library....