When you think of strawberries, you usually think of warm days in the sunshine, not shivering in the final weeks of Winter. It makes sense, as the peak of strawberry season are the months of May and June. So it’s understandable if you’re a bit confused as to why we would be celebrating this beautiful […]
February’s widely promoted post-sunset “planet parade” or “planetary parade” reaches its most accessible this weekend. Viewing the Planetary Parade According to NASA, “Saturn, Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter will line up in the southwestern sky. With a telescope or binoculars, you can see Uranus and Neptune in the procession, too!” The space agency circles Feb. 28, 2026, […]
Jackie and Shadow, the beloved bonded bald eagle pair who reside high in the trees above Big Bear, California, have a second chance at hatching eaglets this year. Jackie laid the first egg of her second clutch Tuesday afternoon, February 24, 2026, giving eagle watchers a hopeful new beginning this season. According to Friends of […]
From its quirky features to its unique charm, there’s plenty to love about a historic home. For those thinking of purchasing one, there’s also plenty to consider. As anyone who’s watched HGTV can tell you, owning a historic home often comes with its own set of benefits and challenges. Here’s a quick look at the […]
Hard to believe, but it wasn’t until 1976 that Americans harvested the first commercial crop of pistachios. They had been enjoying the nut since about the 1800s, but it was not until the 1930s that the love for pistachios really took off. What may have skyrocketed it up in popularity though, is the invention of […]
Any pet lover knows that the answer to that question is a resounding, “OF COURSE!” Well, as CNN reports, a new study has confirmed what we’ve known all along: having a long-term pet companion may delay memory loss and other kinds of cognitive decline. Pet ownership was especially beneficial for working verbal memory, such as […]
National Chili Day 2026 is on Thursday, February 26 this year. Observed annually on the fourth Thursday in February, this day celebrates the popular, hearty comfort food with cook-offs, potlucks, and special, varied recipes across the US. What Makes Chili Great The thing that makes chefs and home cooks alike want to take on chili […]
Each year, the Norwegian Automotive Federation (NAF) and Norwegian motoring magazine Motor.No carries out one of the most brutal electric vehicle range tests in the El Prix Winter Test Drive, which begins in Norway’s capital, Oslo, and then ventures as far north as battery range will allow. As TechRadar reports, once the city was left behind, this […]
Birkenstock has a new shoe on the market, and this one is for all seasons. No more toes or heels out in cold weather — the brand just launched its newest moccasin toe silhouette. As Hypebae reports, in redesigning the Highwood boot in a low-profile style, the Highwood Moc Low is Birkenstock’s latest footwear solution. Arriving […]
Getting out of bed in the mornings can be tough – especially during a long cold winter – and more often than not, you may be tempted to hit the snooze button to sneak in a few extra minutes of sleep. But experts say the habit may not necessarily be the healthiest one. As Health magazine […]