It’s been more than 20 years since the first Starbucks soy latte (and soy chai tea latte and soy cappuccino) was served. The company launched its first dairy alternative in 1997 just as plant-based milks were starting to gain in popularity. Starbucks added coconut milk to its lineup in 2015 and almond milk in 2016. […]
NBCUniversal reportedly close to acquiring Walmart’s Vudu video service
NBCUniversal is in advanced talks to acquire Vudu, the Walmart-owned video service, according to The Wall Street Journal. Though the talks “may not result in a deal,” it sounds like NBCUniversal — part of Comcast, has a number of ideas for what it would do with Vudu. “Vudu’s ad-supported service would serve as a complement […]
Exercise can boost your Physical AND Mental Health
Experts say that unmanaged stress, psychological burnout, depression, anxiety – they all impact your ability to do your best work as well as live your best life. Exercise, however, consistently proves itself to be one of the most beneficial lifestyle interventions for improving mental health. In fact, 2014 research in Frontiers in Psychology shows that […]
How to Grow Amaryllis Bulbs Indoors
Nothing brightens up a cold winter day like a blooming amaryllis bulb (Hippeastrum sp.)! Above the strappy foliage, the flower stalk can stretch over two feet high, topped with a stunning display of huge, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, white, and even orange – with some gorgeous striped varieties available as well. If […]
Boulevard says their new beer honoring Chiefs Super Bowl victory was “Worth the Wait”
Boulevard Brewing Company has announced on social media new information on a special beer to celebrate the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory, emphasizing the win was 50 years in the making. The beer, called, “Worth The Wait,” is being listed as an imperial red ale. The name of the beer was hinted in their last post […]
The Coronavirus Upends Global Fashion Weeks
Giorgio Armani’s collection at Milan Fashion Week might have been met with cheers and applause, had there been anyone in attendance. Instead, the label sent models down the runway in an empty theater — a decision forced by the coronavirus outbreak in Italy. Famed Italian fashion house Armani closed its Autumn-Winter 2020 show to the […]
The new AirPods case looks like a Game Boy
Do you need a case for your AirPods case? Perhaps not, but the accessory accessories are increasingly popular, whether your personal style extends to crocheting or leather. And what if it looked as cute as this Game Boy-inspired design from Elago? Making things that make your gadgets look like other gadgets is kind of Elago’s […]
How to Remove Mold and Mildew from Front-Load Washing Machines
Front-loading washing machine have some great advantages – it’s quiet, fast, uses less water and detergent, and gently tumbles (rather than yanking) your clothes. But watch out, because one day, you might just be met with a moldy, stinky mess when you open that front-load door. How could a machine that’s so wonderful, suddenly turn […]
Avocados – Great for Health AND Weight Loss
In the 1990s, everyone seemed to fear fat. The idea was that because a gram of fat contains 9 calories – as opposed to the 4 calories in a gram of protein or a gram of carbohydrate – eliminating fat could help you lose weight. After all, it sort of made sense that eating fat […]
HGTV Picks up 13 New Episodes of ‘Fixer to Fabulous’
After attracting more than 17.9 million viewers in its first season, HGTV has ordered 13 fresh episodes of Fixer to Fabulous, starring renovation and design experts Dave and Jenny Marrs. The new season will spotlight the husband-wife duo as they overhaul historic homes in Northwest Arkansas, all while raising five young children and managing their […]