Vipology Staff Writer

KitchenAid’s Color of the Year is…

KitchenAid just announced its 2026 Color of the Year, and it’s (drumroll please) Spearmint! It’s a soft mint-green shade that the brand says is meant to feel calming, uplifting, and creatively energizing. The color is designed to “refresh the senses and find a moment of clarity” and features a tactile, sandy finish that adds subtle texture to […]

Yosemite National Park’s viral “Firefall” is almost Here

Yosemite National Park’s viral “Firefall” is due to return any day now, and the question heading into mid- to late February is the same as always: Will Horsetail Fall be flowing, and will the sky be clear enough at sunset for the famous glow to show up? As AccuWeather reports, peak dates for the natural […]

Cocokind Partners with Olipop for some juicy Lip Balms

Olipop juice sodas lined up on store shelf in flavors Grape, Strawberry Vanilla, Root Beer and Cherry Cola

Cocokind has partnered with Olipop on an extension of its Ceramide Lip Blur Balm line into three shades inspired by the soda brand’s flavors: Strawberry Vanilla, Cherry Cola and Cream Soda.  The Strawberry Vanilla is a bright strawberry pink, Cherry Cola is a cherryful red, and the Cream Soda puts a clear gold-flecked shimmer on your […]

These 11 Health Conditions Disproportionately Affect Black Americans. Here’s What You Can Do.

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Several conditions impact Black communities more strongly than other racial groups. As Healthline reports, some of these conditions are more common among Black people. In others, Black people may have worse outcomes or develop conditions earlier. Causes of racial disparities in health Before we delve into the conditions, it’s important to understand why some of […]

If February feels like an Especially Snowy Month, it’s Not Your Imagination

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The second month of the year is the snowiest for many regions of the United States, and for other areas, the peak in snowfall occurs even later toward the springtime. As AccuWeather reports, Climatologist Brian Brettschneider compiled snowfall data from around the United States and Canada, creating a map to show which month is the […]

Six New ‘Globally Inspired’ Starbucks Pastries Arrive at the Bakery Case This Week

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If Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of a long winter left you deflated, Starbucks has news that may lift your spirits. The coffee chain is rolling out new ways to snack, sip, and satisfy your sweet tooth during winter’s final, dreariest stretch—and there are plenty of tasty surprises in store. As Food & Wine reports, company has […]

Health Officials Warn Current Measles Outbreak Poses Irreversible Brain Damage in Children

Child's hand covered withh measles rests on adult hand

South Carolina health officials are warning of “irreversible” neurological damage in children as measles-related hospitalizations climb in the state. As Fox News reports, of the 876 confirmed cases in the state’s upstate outbreak, at least 19 patients have been admitted with serious complications. “Some of these complications include measles encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain, in children […]

February is National Cat Health Month – Let’s Focus on our Feline Friends

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With February designated as National Cat Health Month, it’s a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends. Below are some tips to ensure your furry friend stays in tip-top shape. Schedule Your Cat’s Annual Checkup There are many ways to celebrate your love, and one way to show […]