Fall is persimmon season, so that naturally makes October the perfect time to have National Persimmon Month! The Long and Fruity Origins of Persimmons Persimmons grow in temperate to tropical climates. Cultivation of Diospyros kaki began thousands of years ago in China and about 1,300 years ago in Japan. It seems to be the only […]
If you’ve been saving dessert for a special occasion, now is the time! October is National Dessert Month, and October 14 is National Dessert Day! Let’s just pretend that calories don’t count right now, so make sure to pick up that delicious dessert you’ve been thinking about all week/month/year. This day provides us with the […]
We love our pets like family, and we want them to live long, healthy lives. October is National Pet Wellness Month, and there is no better time to re-evaluate your furry friend’s health and lifestyles. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) launched National Pet Wellness Month in 2004 to educate pet parents on the importance […]
GANNI and lululemon are acting like maniacs on a dance floor with their new collaboration. As Hypebae reports, the two brands are putting a fashion-girl spin on activewear, joining forces for a 22-piece collection inspired by the joy, freedom, and self-expression of movement. The lineup brings lululemon’s technical expertise together with GANNI’s unmistakable Copenhagen cool, […]
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and October 14 is Stop Bullying Day. Bullying Prevention Month is a time when a variety of organizations come together to educate and raise awareness about bullying prevention. It was started in 2006 by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, whose goal was to change the prevalent view that bullying […]
SpaceX is officially declaring that its satellite-to-phone service, Starlink Mobile, will become a major carrier in the US, putting it in direct competition with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon. As PCMag reports, the company made this announcement after acquiring a slice of radio waves from Grain Management, a private investment firm that bought the spectrum from T-Mobile. In […]
The days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air. And according to the Family Handyman, that means it is time to plant winter-season veggies. Check out your plant hardiness zone before you get started. And those of you who live in cold climates need to start planting right away. Of course, gardeners in warmer climates have a […]
For the first time in nearly 20 years, Kraft Mac & Cheese is entering a new food category: ramen. Cheesy noodle bowls have become increasingly popular on social media, and now Kraft is going all in on the trend with its own take. As Delish reports, Kraft Mac & Cheese Cheesy Ramen will launch in […]
We’re in the middle of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but advocates and medical professionals have set aside a special day to focus solely on Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC). Here’s why…. What is Metastatic Breast Cancer? According to the Cleveland Clinic, Metastatic Breast Cancer is the most advanced stage of breast cancer. MBC is also classified […]
Snow shovels, winter coats and heating systems will be put to work in the coming months, but the upcoming winter season could look very different across the United States compared with recent years. As AccuWeather reports, a potentially record-shattering El Niño is expected to be the dominant force shaping the 2026-2027 winter, influencing where storms […]