Vipology Staff Writer

Try out these 10 Fall Foliage Destinations for Your Next Autumn Road Trip

Fall color trees and foliage reflected in lake

Every autumn, changing leaves can turn towns into bustling hubs as travelers gather to see the season’s best colors. As AccuWeather reports, while New England has become synonymous with fall foliage, there are destinations across the country that offer their own charm for a leaf-peeping road trip. From Vermont’s Green Mountains to waterfalls in Oregon, here are […]

To Celebrate Mushroom Month, Here are 3 Wild Varieties that are Fun to Hunt, plus Safe AND Healthy to Eat

Hand holding basket of wild mushrooms

National Mushroom Month is celebrated every September, recognizing the versatility, nutritional benefits, and fascinating world of fungi. The event was established by the U.S. Mushroom Council as part of the 1990 Mushroom Promotion, Research & Consumer Information Act, which became effective in 1993. September is an ideal time to explore mushrooms, from discovering them in […]

September Home Maintenance To-Do: Check Your Walkways

For most of the country, September signals the end of summer’s dog days and a return to fuzzy sweaters, chilly evenings, and, of course, pumpkin spice everything (this is America, after all). But before those first autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s crucial to take a few steps to stave off any cold weather home breakdowns. These […]

September Home Maintenance To-Do: Change Your Air Filters

Man changing air filter

For most of the country, September signals the end of summer’s dog days and a return to fuzzy sweaters, chilly evenings, and, of course, pumpkin spice everything (this is America, after all). But before those first autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s crucial to take a few steps to stave off any cold weather home breakdowns. These […]

It’s Time for New York Fashion Week – Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Overhead view of models on catwalk during New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week 2026 is back, running September 10 to 15, with both top and brand-new fashion labels showing off their Spring/Summer 2027 collections. As Runway reports, seventy shows will be shown across six days on the CFDA calendar, and the two that matter most sit at either end. One – Henry Zankov in […]

Starbucks Just Unveiled A Snoopy ‘Great Pumpkin’ Collection

Charlie Brown doll in front of holiday lights

Starbucks merch drops have a way of turning otherwise reasonable people into very early risers. As Delish reports, a lot of the chain’s cutest collectibles never even make it stateside, and when something especially adorable does land in U.S. stores, well… BearistaGate will never be forgotten. Now Snoopy is entering the chat—and we can already feel the long lines forming. […]

Abbott Launches a New Infant formula made with Whole Milk

Baby drinking formula from a bottle

Last week, Abbott Labs – the nation’s largest formula manufacturer – announced that it is launching the first and only ready-to-feed liquid infant formula made with whole milk available in the United States. As ABC News reports, the new formula is called Similac 360 Total Care Made With Whole Milk. “Parents have been asking for more […]

National Dog Walker Day Celebrates those who go the Extra Mile for Pups and their Families

Three Dog Walkers with dogs in the park

They work in the rain, sleet and snow, too, and on September 8, Dog Walkers have got their own pet holiday. National Dog Walker Appreciation Day is an officially recognized observation founded in 2016 by Wag!, the on-demand app that connects dog owners with trusted dog walkers, for the men and women who walk millions […]

What You Need to Know about Astra, ChatGPT’s New AI Model

Sam Altman next to smartphone showing OpenAI

OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 Astra, the latest model to come to ChatGPT, following a self-imposed delay to help ensure its security features are used responsibly. As PCMag’s James Peckham reports, OpenAI calls Astra the “world’s most intelligent and aligned model,” claiming it’s state-of-the-art for browsing, computer use, cybersecurity, software engineering, science, and professional work. AI companies […]