Of all the brands opting out of the traditional fashion calendar this season, Gucci is sure to be one of the most closely watched. And the Italian label just announced its plans for its next collection debut, entitled “Ouverture of Something that Never Ended.” The brand will be presenting its latest line, which it describes as “no […]
Ty Pennington is returning with HGTV’s “Ty Breaker”
Popular carpenter, craftsman and designer Ty Pennington is set to star in a new series for HGTV. Ty Breaker is an eight-episode series that will follow Pennington as he helps desperate families decide whether to overhaul their current property or renovate a new one to better meet their needs. Each episode will feature an HGTV favorite – […]
Here’s where and when you can buy the Xbox Series S and Series X consoles
The Xbox Series S and Series X consoles will both be available starting on November 10th, and if you missed out on pre-ordering, you might be able to snag one online on launch day. The Verge reports that due to the pandemic, combined with the high demand for these consoles, retailers like Best Buy and Target […]
The CDC Says Small Gatherings Are Causing a Surge in COVID-19 Cases—What Exactly Does That Mean?
With the holidays fast approaching, party season is just around the corner. But as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations rise across the US – America just had the dubious distinction of hitting 100,000 new cases TWO days IN A ROW – the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just warned about a […]
The British Fashion Council cancels London Fashion Week in January
The British Fashion Council (BFC) announced last week that its men’s fashion week in January would be canceled, instead merging genders for a February, digital first, fashion week. The combined gender fashion week will be held from 19 to 23 February following the New York shows. Menswear designers are being actively encouraged to take part in […]
Worx MakerX Power Tools are designed to be Portable and Versatile for Makers, Crafters and DIYers
North Carolina-based tool manufacturer Worx recently launched a new line of MakerX precision power tools targeted at makers, crafters and everyday DIYers. Designed to be portable and versatile, the Maker X line revolves around a 20V power hub that allows it to go anywhere. Five compact tools plug into the battery pack for various uses. […]
How to prepare for Seasonal Affective Disorder during the Pandemic
As leaves fall and temperatures drop, the “winter blues” will start setting in for many, and worries surrounding the coronavirus may be amplifying these negative emotions. “Seasonal Affective Disorder is a subset of depression and it usually occurs around the same time for everybody. So kind of fall into early winter, and then it lifts as […]
Have you noticed the New “Back Tap” feature on your iPhone yet?
Your iPhone got a new button last month, and you may not have even noticed. No, Apple didn’t sneak into your house and secretly superglue a button onto your smartphone. But it did release iOS 14, the latest version of its iPhone software, which includes a feature called Back Tap. Back Tap adds a fascinating […]
Belgian chocolatier is named Best Pastry Chef in the World
Belgian chocolatier Pierre Marcolini has been crowned the world’s best pastry chef by a jury of independent reporters, helping consolidate Belgium’s reputation as a producer of top-class chocolate. Marcolini was given the award organized by World Pastry Stars, an Italian-based organization of chefs from traditional pastry and chocolate-making countries such as France and Switzerland, as […]
Let’s Get Figgy With It
The first week in November is National Fig Week! Dating back to the Stone Age, hundreds of varieties of figs have emerged. The most commonly found ones here in the US are Smyrna (Calimyrna) and Mission. Fresh figs are usually found in May through November. They are highly perishable and need to be used almost […]