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A Temporary Reprieve for Users as FCC Extends the Update Deadline for Foreign-Made Routers and Drones Until 2029

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The FCC’s bans on foreign-made Wi-Fi routers and drones initially included an expiration date on software updates, but the commission has now extended the cutoff from 2027 to 2029.  As PCMag reports, on Friday, the FCC’s Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) issued an extension that permits previously authorized foreign-made drones and Wi-Fi routers to “continue to receive software and firmware […]

Do You Need to Clean, Repair, or Replace Your Home Windows and Screens?

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Spring pollen and rainstorms can make quite a mess of your windows and doors, so you need to take some time to clean window and door glass. While it may seem like a sunny day would be the perfect time to tackle this chore, it’s actually best to do it on a cloudy or overcast […]

How to Prepare For, Stay Safe During, and What to Do After a Tornado

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We are smack dab in the middle of Tornado Season, and it seems like every day we’re getting reports of another storm or series of storms leaving death and destruction in its wake.  While you can’t prepare for every possible scenario, there are some standard protocols that could just save your life. Preparing for a […]

Angel Reese’s New Signature Shoe Drop for Reebok is Met Gala-approved

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Just when we thought the Bayou Barbie couldn’t get any more iconic, Angel Reese is proving that her fashion sense is just as memorable as her on-court game. Her latest signature shoe drop with Reebok has officially arrived, and it’s Met Gala-approved. Drawing inspiration from her Met Gala debut back in 2024, the new AR1 “Gala Green” colorway […]

This $100 Bottle has just won the Title of America’s AND World’s “Best Wheat Whiskey”

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Wheat whiskey — in which wheat comprises at least 51% of the mashbill — tends to fly under the radar for a lot of American whiskey drinkers. It’s often mistakenly referred to as a type of bourbon or confused with wheated bourbons. As Food & Wine reports, Maker’s Mark, the world’s best-known wheated bourbon, launched its own […]

May is Chip Your Pet Month!

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Did you know that summer is kicked off with National Chip Your Pet Month? May is officially recognized as this holiday by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and was made to educate responsible pet parents on the importance of microchipping your furry little friend. If a pet meanders far from home, their microchip will be […]

A Major Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Backyard Chickens is Worse than Originally Reported

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Maintaining your own backyard chicken coop comes with many benefits, with fresh eggs at the top of the list. But raising chickens is not without its pitfalls, as many people are now realizing. As Delish reports, over 30 people across 13 different states have succumbed to Salmonella poisoning that has since been linked to backyard poultry, including […]

It’s National Women’s Health Week (and Month)!

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Every May, beginning on Mother’s Day, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office on Women’s Health (OWH) leads National Women’s Health Week (NWHW). This year, NWHW takes place from May 10-16. This observance aims to highlight women’s health issues and priorities, and to encourage women of all ages to prioritize their physical, […]

Here’s What to Expect from Your Summer Forecast for 2026

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Summer 2026 is expected to bring a volatile mix of heat, severe thunderstorms and flooding to the United States, with El Niño developing and flexing its influence on the weather pattern. Where will it be a hot summer? As AccuWeather reports, another hot summer is predicted across most of the contiguous United States in 2026, […]

10 ways to attract Hummingbirds to your Backyard

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Hummingbirds are exquisite, colorful little creatures. If there are already hummingbirds in your area, then you should be able to attract hummingbirds to your outdoor space with a garden plan that includes the right variety of plants, hummingbird feeders, nectar, water and more. In this article, we will offer the top ten tips and tricks […]