A solstice lasts only a moment, when the sun is at its farthest north in our sky for an entire year. Yet many will celebrate this solstice for a whole day. What is a solstice? And what makes this day so special? What is Summer Solstice? According to EarthSky, at the June solstice, the sun […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you’re concerned about how many microplastics you come into contact with each day, it may be time to ditch your gum habit. As Food & Wine reports, earlier this year, researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) presented the findings of their small study (which, importantly, has not been peer-reviewed yet) at the American […]
The average lifespan of a roof usually ranges between 25 to 50 years. However, a roof’s life expectancy ultimately depends on the quality, durability and type of material chosen. You typically get what you pay for, and the larger the investment for a new roof, the longer it will provide protection for your home, but […]
Since its inception, Siri has remained an ephemeral assistant. It comes and goes when summoned, and iPhone users never actually see it. Although the iPhone’s screen lights up to signal that it’s listening, and it sometimes speaks out loud when responding or delivering results, there’s never been an actual Siri app. But as PCMag reports, that’s about […]
In an surprising turn of events, Skechers is set to bring its comfort shoe technology to mattresses through a new deal with Serta. As WWD reports, the line, called the “Skechers Collection, powered by Serta Innovation,” combines three hallmark features inspired by the shoe brand’s most popular footwear technology including CozyFit for adaptive, body-conforming comfort; Max Cushioning for enhanced pressure […]
Maison Margiela is transforming its cult-classic footwear silhouette into a warm-weather staple with the launch of the Tabi Daily Mule. As Hypebae reports, the French fashion house is giving its famous split-toe shape a breezy makeover, creating a low-key slip-on option that helps you survive the summer heat without sacrificing your fashion girlie style credentials. This […]
African elephants use “names” to communicate with each other in the same way that humans do, researchers have discovered. As Newsweek reports, a recent study, carried out by Colorado State University scientists who analyzed hundreds of elephant calls, found that wild African Savannah elephants address each other using personalized sounds, instead of relying on the […]
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month (#MHAM), so it’s the perfect time to shine the spotlight on the specific topic of Teens and Migraine Headaches. Headaches are a normal part of life, so it’s hardly shocking when a teenager has one. Still, it can raise some internal alarms, especially if your teen’s headache […]