99% of Florida is in a Drought

Florida Everglades National park with cracked earth in drought conditions

Florida isn’t just dry right now — it’s almost wall-to-wall drought. As AccuWeather reports, the only pocket of the state not currently in drought is a small coastal strip between Melbourne and Daytona Beach. But even there, conditions have been abnormally dry. “Nearly 99% of the state is under drought conditions,” says AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson about […]

10 Important Home Reno Tips from the Property Brothers

Drew and Jonathon Scott on Emmy's red carpet

Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott have plenty of tips to help homeowners who need to refresh their homes and breathe new life into tired furniture and outdated spaces. As HGTV reports, Jonathan and Drew Scott want to help homeowners avoid renovation mistakes. In their new HGTV series Don’t Hate Your House With the Property Brothers, the real estate […]

GAP Honors Black History Month with a Fashion Row Collab

Exterior front of Gap store

GAP and Harlem’s Fashion Row have joined forces again for a denim capsule uplifting the work of Black designers. As Hypebae reports, the collection’s arrival during Black History Month serves as a special nod to Black creatives and their impact on the wider fashion industry, giving five emerging names a platform to showcase their style. With a campaign photographed by Ghanaian-American photographer Joshua […]

Let’s Talk About National Condom Week

Young man's hands opening a condom

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 […]

February is International Hoof Care Month. Here’s Why it’s so Important.

Chestnut Brown horse in a flowery field

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 […]

It’s National Almond Day – Here are 10 reasons why they pack a Healthy Punch

Bowl of almonds and almonds spread out on wooden table

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 almost Here

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’s Color of the Year is…

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 […]

Alicia Keys: The Piano Prodigy Who Redefined Modern R&B 

Alicia Keys playing piano

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 […]