The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., introduced its two new giant pandas to the public on Friday. Bao Li and Qing Bao are 3 years old. They’re part of a conservation program and a historic partnership between the U.S. and China that goes back half a century. History of panda diplomacy As CBS News reports, in 1972, […]
Looking to DIY your Home Improvements this Year? Try Putting in an Alcove (or Three)
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
Trump Administration Directs Federal Health Agencies to Halt Communications
Amid a deluge of executive actions during only his first week in office, the Trump administration has directed federal health agencies to halt all external communications, such as regular scientific reports, updates to websites and health advisories, according to sources within the agencies. As CNN reports, the initial orders were delivered Tuesday to staff at […]
Dolly Parton’s Sweet New Breakfast Syrup and Baking Mixes Are Here
Attention Dolly Parton fans and sweets fans: You’re both about to be equally delighted. As Food & Wine reports, this month Parton has returned to the baking scene with the latest additions to her Dolly x Duncan Hines empire. This time, it includes a brand-new syrup that will make your breakfast even better. The new […]
Jacquemus is Shooting its Entire 2025 La Croisière runway show at PFW with the iPhone
The Men’s Fall 2025 Ready-to-Wear styles were all over Paris Fashion Week earlier this month, and this week all eyes turn toward the upscale Haute Couture collections. But to capture the action this time around, forward-thinking label Jacquemus decided to boldly go where iPhones have never gone before – the runway. Jacquemus is, of course, renowned […]
Let Them Eat Chocolate Cake!
Take a break from healthy eating and indulge in chocolate cake by having it for every meal on January 27th, National Chocolate Cake Day! While cake as a sweet treat, and chocolate as a drink, have been around since ancient times, did you know that, in food history terms, chocolate cake is a fairly recent […]
Aw, Nuts! January 24th is National Peanut Butter Day!
National Peanut Butter Day is a holiday which falls annually on January 24th and celebrates the tasty food spread made from grinding up the legume Arachis hypogaea. It’s a food paste that’s been enjoyed since the 19th century. Today, it’s used to make everything from the iconic peanut butter & jelly sandwich to peanut butter […]
Billy Joel and Rod Stewart Add More 2025 Co-Headlining Stadium Shows
Music legends Billy Joel and Rod Stewart continue to expand their 2025 co-headlining stadium tour, thrilling fans with the announcement of a new date: September 20 at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. Tickets for this exciting event go on sale January 31 at 10 a.m. ET, with Citi cardmembers gaining early access starting January 27 […]
Lauren Alaina Announces Pregnancy in Heartfelt Music Video Tribute
Lauren Alaina is gearing up for an exciting new role: motherhood! The American Idol alum, who was runner-up on Season 10, revealed she is expecting her first child with husband Cam Arnold. The announcement came in a deeply personal way—through her latest music video for “Those Kind of Women,” which honors the strong women who […]
Noise Pop Festival 2025: Final Lineup Revealed with St. Vincent, Ben Gibbard, Earl Sweatshirt, and More
San Francisco’s beloved Noise Pop Festival is back for its 2025 edition, running from Thursday, February 20, to Sunday, March 2. With the final lineup now announced, the multi-venue festival is set to deliver an eclectic mix of music, art, and culture, featuring headliners like St. Vincent, Ben Gibbard, and Earl Sweatshirt alongside a diverse […]