Vipology Staff Writer

Here’s a Home Maintenance Task you should tackle in June: Prime Your Pool

Hand holding pool chemical test strip in front of kids playing in pool

Ah, June. the days are long, and the weather’s getting toasty.  But before you slather yourself with SPF 75 and reach for a margarita, do yourself a favor and tackle a few maintenance projects. A little pain now means a big gain later—you’ll ensure your home runs smoothly through the dog days of summer. But don’t worry; the […]

Time to Break out the Ol’ Pic-a-Nic Basket. It’s International Picnic Day!

Man and woman enjoying a picnic at the beach

June 18th is International Picnic Day!  Today we celebrate one of the greatest ways to enjoy the summer season—an outdoor picnic with friends, family, games and activities, and delicious food. During the Victorian era, picnics were very important social occasions. They offered the rare opportunity for young men and women to spend time together in […]

It’s National Mosquito Control Awareness Week – Here’s what you need to know to keep the Bugs from Biting

closeup of mosquito on skin

This year, June 15 through 21 is National Mosquito Control Awareness Week. The hot Summer months bring on the bugs, including a yearly onslaught of mosquitoes and their itchy bites! But never fear, the American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) is here, and has tips to help you avoid the bites from these vicious blood-suckers. The […]

It’s Clean Your Aquarium Day – How Does YOURS Measure Up?

Gravel cleaning in freshwater home aquarium

Did you know that June 18 is Clean Your Aquarium Day? Yes, it’s one of those random observances, but promoting the enjoyment of keeping aquariums and encouraging aquarium-owners to do regular maintenance to ensure the health and well-being of aquatic life, are both really good reasons to highlight this day every year.  Regular cleaning helps […]

Apple Sets Spring 2026 as Target Date for Highly Anticipated Siri’s AI Upgrade

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Users who have been waiting patiently for Apple’s promised AI upgrade for Siri are going to have to wait a bit longer. As CNET reports, although “progress is being made,” according to a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the delayed update for Siri – which would expand its capabilities and incorporate more AI features – now has […]

Cup Noodles Releases Limited Edition Dill Pickle Ramen

Cup Noodles container with logo

Cup Noodles is going full pickle this summer. The iconic instant ramen brand is releasing a limited-edition Dill Pickle flavor starting June 21 — a tangy twist on its classic cup-style noodles, designed to be prepared with hot water and ready in five minutes. As Food & Wine reports, although it’s a bold move, it’s […]

And Just What, in the name of Fashion, is “Sardine Girl Summer?”

Sardine in top hat lounging in a tin

Call it a recession indicator or simply a kitschy souvenir from the past, but sardines are officially trending. As Hypebae reports, hot on the heels of previous TikTok-fuelled trends like Cottagecore, Clean Girl and Tomato Girl, it seems that a new obsession is beginning to emerge. Introducing “Sardine Girl Summer,” the latest trend to dominate our FYPs […]

What To Do Before, During, and After a Flood Hits

Traffic sign reads Flood Zone Ahead

Last weekend, a catastrophic flash flood roared through West Virginia. Cleanup and recovery efforts are underway in Ohio and Marion counties. Currently, seven people are confirmed dead and two are still missing. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey told FOX Weather that the mountainous terrain around Wheeling exacerbated the impact of floodwaters. “A lot of rain came within […]

Here’s a Home Maintenance Task you should tackle in June: Service Your Sprinklers

Man checking sprinklers in backyard

Ah, June. the days are long, and the weather’s getting toasty.  But before you slather yourself with SPF 75 and reach for a margarita, do yourself a favor and tackle a few maintenance projects. A little pain now means a big gain later—you’ll ensure your home runs smoothly through the dog days of summer. But don’t worry; the […]

Bruce the Bat Dog Gets His Chance in the Big Leagues

Washington Nationals Logo

The Washington Nationals Baseball Team have once again tapped into their Minor League system to bring new talent to Nationals Park. Hoping he’d be Best in “The Show,” the team called up Bruce the Bat Dog from the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings to make his debut on Saturday, June 14. As Major League Baseball (mlb.com) […]