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Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty On This Page Why Battery Corrosion Occurs How to Clean Battery Corrosion When to Call a Professional How to Dispose of Corroded Batteries Technology powers our lives, which is why it’s important to keep all of our devices in tip-top shape....

Flounder en Papillote with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms on decorative plate Credit: Ryan Liebe Fish is much easier to cook than you might think-and there are so many mouthwatering options in the sea (and lake, and river). If you’re stuck in a rut with seafood cookery, take a swim here and discover some new-to-you techniques for filets, whole fish, and more. RELATED: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN YOU’RE BUYING FISH Steam Let us make the case for cooking fish en papillote (the fancy term for steam-roasting in parchment paper): The result is deeply flavorful, since the steam created by the wine and butter and the fish’s own moisture stays in the parchment packet....

When it comes to packing for a move, the kitchen is a notoriously difficult room. Not only are there fragile items to be mindful of, but unlike the guest room, most people use their kitchens daily. “The kitchen is always the last room that we pack up and the first room that we unpack,” says Janet Bernstein, owner of The Organizing Professionals, a Philadelphia-area company that offers moving services. “The kitchen will always take the longest....

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux Credit: Justin Theroux via Instagram Jennifer Aniston’s wedding details have long been a mystery, but lately-and slowly-they’ve been trickling out. This past spring, Justin Theroux revealed a little bit about the day, and now it’s clearly Aniston’s turn to share. In a piece for Harper’s Bazaar, the actress spoke with Amy Sedaris about her marriage and her big day. Sedaris, who is good friends with Theroux, brought up the couple’s nuptials in her interview....

book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner Heading into holiday season, the Living Book Club is sinking our collective teeth into the 512-page drama “The Book of Strange New Things” (Hogarth). Michel Faber’s storytelling is at full force in this new novel. Its out-of-this-world locale – complete with a population of extraterrestrial life-forms – certainly provides all the allure of a space tale....

couple kissing on church steps after wedding Credit: Jenny Quicksall ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin There are those who believe painting wood furniture to be a serious offense and those who are constantly on the lookout for wood furniture to cover in paint. Others still are somewhere in the middle: people who agree that vintage or antique furniture made of quality wood like mahogany or walnut should not be painted, but pieces made of lesser quality wood that’s marked by scratches and dents are up for grabs....

joe jonas sophie turner walking Credit: Raymond Hall/GC Images Joe Jonas may have proposed to Sophie Turner back in the fall of 2017, but the Games of Thrones actress is still shocked that she’s getting married. In an interview for the cover of Marie Claire, the star reflected on her relatively new status. “I’m still like, ‘I’m engaged!’” she told the magazine. She also likened the step to another big milestone-buying a home....

martha-cheese-souffles-0297-d112503.jpg Credit: John Kernick It’s a given: If your souffle is made with the correct proportions of ingredients, and your egg whites are beaten well and they are folded into the creamy base carefully, your souffle will rise. And it’s also a given that a few minutes after you take it out of the oven, your souffle will fall. That’s science, the same science that frightens many of us and discourages us from attempting to make these delicious, lofty, tasty concoctions, savory or sweet....

floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof The holidays inspire hosts everywhere to put on their entertaining hats and make merry memories with their nearest and dearest. And while this annual time spent with friends with family is always special no matter what your party looks like, it’s easy to fall back on tired decorations during such a busy season—items in colorways like red and green or silver and gold get recycled year after year....

metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes Have you ever wanted to transform your bedroom into a cozy oasis, but thought it would cost a fortune or take a lot of time and effort?...

On This Page Picking a Pumpkin Acrylic Paint Spray Paint Paint Markers Chalkboard Paint Kid-Friendly Washable Paint Carving pumpkins may be a traditional Halloween activity, but trading your X-Acto knife for a paintbrush has its benefits: Painting pumpkins is easier and safer for young kids, presents more design freedom for adults, and leaves you with an autumnal decoration that lasts until you trade your fall décor for holiday lights....

Whether eaten out of hand or sliced and baked into all kinds of delicious desserts, fresh apricots taste juicy, sweet, and floral, with just a hint of addictive acidity. When at their best, they take on a plush, almost-buttery texture that can be best compared to peaches (and they bruise like a peach, too!). Apricots are a member of the stone fruit family, so just like their cousin cherry and brother plum, they too have a tough little pit in the center that needs to be removed....

While there are a number of regions around the world that are known for producing delicious wines, Americans appear to be drinking the majority of it. According to Decanter, the International Organisation of Vine & Wine (OIV) compiled its annual report and found that the world drank 23.4 billion liters—or just shy of 6.2 billion gallons—of wine in 2020. Of that, Americans imbibed in 872 million gallons of their favorite vinos, putting us in the top spot for wine consumption....

Animal shelters and rescues are always in need of donations, and it’s no secret as to why: Every year, more and more animals end up in their care. According to the ASPCA, 6.5 million pets are admitted to shelters annually. No-kill shelters have expenses that they need to meet in order to provide for and rescue as many of these animals as possible. “We are a no time limit, no kill rescue....

sliced pumpkin roll and sifter with powdered sugar Credit: Mike Krautter Rolled cakes are whimsical and fun. We know them by various names and adaptations-Swiss rolls, roulades, jelly rolls, and Yule logs, or buches de Noel. They call to mind a different era, when learning how to prepare a jelly roll was often taught in Home Economics class. But when sliced, the spiral sweets look graphic and modern, yet still retain a nostalgic charm....

Research has backed the theory that people begin losing their sense of smell at the age of 55. However, scientists are now finding that it’s not an all-encompassing loss. According to a new study published in the journal Food Quality and Preference by University of Copenhagen researchers, people can still sense the smells of specific foods as they age. In fact, sweeter smells (like vanilla) are recognizable off the bat, while more savory foods (like meat and onions) are harder to identify....

wd101302_sum05_wireholders.jpg Credit: James Baigrie Make graceful holders with swirls that enhance a card’s design. These are actually pieces of inexpensive radio wire – cloth-covered wire, used in vintage radios, that is available in a variety of colors online (look for solid, not stranded, wire). Give it a new twist for a wedding, and it can hold aloft menus, table numbers, or place cards. The wire bends easily and is sturdy enough to keep its shape....

Having trouble deciding on the best sheets for your mattress? There are plenty styles and designs on the market, but the material you choose is ultimately the most important factor. Two textiles that get compared quite frequently are cotton and flannel. While they may seem completely different in your eyes (we often associate flannel with winter and cotton with summer), the materials are actually quite similar, and we often field questions on which is warmer....

nybg-native-plant-meadow-061-d111464.jpg Spires of Liatris spicata and Liatris pycnostachya add vertical accents to the meadow. | Credit: Jennifer Causey nybg-native-plant-meadow-061-d111464.jpg Spires of Liatris spicata and Liatris pycnostachya add vertical accents to the meadow. | Credit: Jennifer Causey nybg-native-plant-meadow-061-d111464.jpg Spires of Liatris spicata and Liatris pycnostachya add vertical accents to the meadow. | Credit: Jennifer Causey nybg-native-plant-meadow-061-d111464.jpg Spires of Liatris spicata and Liatris pycnostachya add vertical accents to the meadow. | Credit: Jennifer Causey...