National Condom Week came into being to raise awareness about the importance of using condoms to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and diseases (STDs) like syphilis, gonorrhea, AIDS, and unplanned pregnancies. But also, and equally as important, to encourage open conversations about sexual health and empower individuals to make informed choices regarding their personal sexual […]
International Hoof Care Month is observed every year in February. This month draws attention to the importance of looking after animals’ hooves. According to National Today, while the origins of International Hoof Care Month are largely unknown, we do know that this day was set aside to create awareness of hoof-care health. This sounds like […]
February 16th is National Almond Day, and if you ask any fan of this sweet little nut, almonds might just be the world’s most perfect snack. With their subtle, buttery flavor and versatility, they can easily be eaten by themselves or as part of a mix. For people with dairy or gluten allergies, almonds can […]
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 […]
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 […]
Few artists have blended classical training with contemporary soul as seamlessly as Alicia Keys. Born Alicia Augello Cook in Manhattan in 1981, she grew up immersed in music and began playing piano at just seven years old. By her teenage years, she was already composing original material, combining disciplined technique with emotional depth that would […]
After more than two decades as one of music’s most inventive acts, Gorillaz are finally heading to Studio 8H. The animated band will make its long-awaited Saturday Night Live debut on March 7, NBC confirmed Thursday. The episode will be hosted by Ryan Gosling, marking a notable first for the Damon Albarn-led project, which formed […]
Cuando el equipo masculino de curling de Estados Unidos se encontraba abajo 8-2 frente a Suiza en el último end de su debut en la fase de todos contra todos de los Juegos Olímpicos de Invierno, el resultado ya parecía definido. Lo que quedaba era una oportunidad. Los estadounidenses pidieron un cambio y el suplente […]
When the U.S. men’s curling team found itself trailing Switzerland 8-2 in the final end of its Olympic round-robin opener, the competitive stakes had largely faded. What remained was opportunity. The Americans called for a substitution, and 54-year-old alternate Rich Ruohonen stepped onto the ice. Moments later, he calmly delivered a corner guard that settled […]
Thomas Rhett is used to loud crowds, roaring amplifiers, and packed arenas. What he is still adjusting to is the volume of everyday life. The 35-year-old country star recently shared that he is experiencing partial hearing loss in one ear and has begun using hearing aids. Speaking on a podcast appearance with his wife Lauren […]