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How to create a Japanese zen garden, according to experts
What are Japanese gardens? Kato said Japanese gardens are designed to allow people to connect with nature. They create a sense of peace, harmony and tranquility. Grzybek added that Japanese gardens promote being present and mindful in the moment. “It’s a very closely guarded cultural art form,” Grzybek said. “It’s […]
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6 best Dutch ovens in 2021, according to cookware experts
What is a Dutch oven? A Dutch oven — sometimes called a French oven or a cocotte — is a large, typically heavy piece of cookware best known for its ability to slow-cook dishes like beef stew, pulled pork, Bolognese sauce and soup, according to Maurer. He also noted that […]
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Creepy sculpture with human faces is even older than experts thought
A human-shaped wooden idol decorated with an eerie human face and considered the oldest of its kind ever discovered may date back even further in time, researchers now say. Often called the Shigir Idol after the Shigir peat bog, where it was found in the Ural Mountains in Russia in […]
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The 10 home decorating rules top interior experts swear by
Refinery29 18 Sturdy & Stylish Hiking Boots Online-Shoppers Swear By When it comes to hiking boots, we don’t go by looks alone (as much as we really, really want to). These performance-grade kicks need to hold up to a host of elements — rain, snow, sleet, mud, and more than […]
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Best snow boots and snow shoes for 2021, according to experts
When shopping for a snow boot that won’t leave you disappointed while trekking through their first winter storm, you’re looking for footwear that will keep your feet both warm and dry. However, there’s more to it than that. They also need to strike a delicate balance of both flexibility and […]
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How to choose one, according to experts
As coronavirus variants are reported across the globe, wearing a mask is more important than ever. While you likely have an arsenal of fabric masks at home, concerns over “double-masking” might be turning your attention to disposable masks. Just like cloth masks, there are an overwhelming amount of disposable masks […]
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How to avoid trends you’ll grow tired of when renovating your home, according to interior design experts
Steve and Leanne Ford told Insider about one of the biggest mistakes they see people make when renovating their homes. HGTV People often renovate their homes with trends or dreamy Pinterest images in mind. But HGTV’s Steve and Leanne Ford told Insider that’s often a mistake. You need to renovate […]
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5 best slow cookers of 2021, according to experts
You may be craving comfort food in the cold winter months — from stews to soups — but it can often be time-consuming and difficult to cook. One way to prepare a homemade meal without the hassle is a slow cooker, which allows beginner and expert chefs alike to cook […]
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Tesla’s odd new ‘steering yoke’ has polarized the internet and auto industry experts
Tesla Model X interior. Tesla Tesla’s polarizing new ‘steering yoke’ has sparked debate online. Some say the steering wheel is forward thinking and futuristic, while others argue it’s impractical. The yoke will be in redesigned Model X crossovers and Model S sedans arriving later this year. Visit Business Insider’s homepage […]
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Tesla steering wheel redesign polarizes experts, internet reacts
Tesla’s polarizing new ‘steering yoke’ has sparked debate online. Some say the steering wheel is forward thinking and futuristic, while others argue it’s impractical. The yoke will be in redesigned Model X crossovers and Model S sedans arriving later this year. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. After nearly […]
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14 Ways Experts Say You Can Build Stronger Relationships In 2021
LeoPatriziGetty Images We’ve all experienced how hard it is to be physically separated from our loved ones—and spent most of 2020 trying to adjust our relationships to the new normal. But what about taking it one step further? Instead of just maintaining, challenge yourself to strengthen the relationships in your […]
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Experts bursting with ideas to fill space in Portland-area malls
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Within the last year, two Portland metro area malls each lost a major retailer and are now trying to fill vacant space during an economic recession. Nordstrom announced in May 2020 it would permanently close its store at the Clackamas Town Center, along with 15 other […]
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Riskiest Places You Shouldn’t Go Now, Warn Experts
As soon as lockdown lifted and states started reopening, the question on most people’s minds was the same: What are the riskiest places when it comes to potential COVID-19 infection? Nonprofit journalism outlet CivicMeter conducted a survey of 27 epidemiologists, asking them to rate the risk of contracting COVID-19 at […]
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Top Picks From Plant Experts
When it comes to caring for house plants, some folks are born with a green thumb while others swear they could kill a cactus. As a member of the latter category (or so I thought), I understand the hesitation that goes along with becoming a plant parent. I loved the […]
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How to buy the best disposable face mask, according to experts
Since the coronavirus was first declared a pandemic back in early March, the market quickly became flooded with a variety of face masks. From a range of colors and styles that let wearers reflect their personalities, communities are filled with people rocking different designs. But personal aesthetics isn’t the only […]
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Meghan Markle’s Sister ‘Piggybacking’ on Court Case With ‘Vitriolic’ Memoir: Experts
Meghan Markle’s sister is “piggybacking” on the duchess’s high court privacy case to market a biography which will be “vitriolic” about the royal, experts tell Newsweek. Samantha Markle’s memoir, The Diary Of Princess Pushy’s Sister Part 1, is due to be released on Sunday, January 17, two days before a […]
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How to Get Rid of Silverfish in Your House, According to Pest Control Experts
Photo credit: Vitaliy Halenov – Getty Images From Prevention Out of all household bugs, one of the most unsettling is silverfish. These gross little insects can dart out nowhere and quickly hide again, making them a bit tricky to kill. If you’ve spotted silverfish in your home, the odds are […]
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Two local experts chime in with tips on how to achieve the perfect Christmas cookie | Food + Living
Cookies. Nothing says the holidays like some homemade baked goodness. For many families, it’s a holiday tradition. “Making cookies is a great thing to do with family and requires very little tools,” says TJ Quinn, “culinary colonel” at Kitchen Kettle Village. “The process is fun, and the results are delicious.” […]
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11 experts explain how our digital world is fueling polarization
Michael B. Thomas/Getty Images Tech companies built social media networks to connect us and search engines to give us better information about the world, yet Americans are becoming more divided than ever. The tech industry isn’t entirely to blame for polarization, but there are influential economic, psychological, technological, and political […]