Jordan Joseph
Old Farmer’s Almanac Forecasts US Weather for Winter 2025
The winter weather this year may leave Americans guessing. The Old Farmer’s Almanac claims that this year will not be especially harsh, but will prove unpredictable with normal stretches followed by cold snaps. The venerable publication has been helping readers since 1792, and believes that much of the country will remain mostly mild, with slugs ... Read more
5 Easy Ways to Clean Sticky Grease From Kitchen Cabinets, According to Cleaning Pros
Grease creeps up slowly, then clings like glue on kitchen cabinets. Steam, splatter, and fingerprints build a sticky film that dulls color. Dust mixes in and locks the mess. The fix is not brutal scrubbing, but gentle power and order. With the right products and steps, finishes stay safe. Shine returns fast, effort drops, and ... Read more
Say Goodbye to Granite and Marble—This Countertop Material Will Be Trending Everywhere Next Year, New Kitchen Report Says
The mood in kitchen design is shifting fast, and the change starts on the worktop. Designers see bigger rooms, sleeker lines, and finishes that feel warm yet practical. While familiar stones fade, one countertop material is set to define the look. The latest kitchen trends point to lighter tones, softer sheens, and smarter edges. Because ... Read more
New Breakthrough to Rebuild Bones Could Reverse Osteoporosis
Strong bones never stop renewing, yet fragile ones can change a life overnight. Scientists now point to a single receptor that turns bone building back on, and early results look striking. The pathway sits on the cells that form new bone and, when nudged, it increases density and strength. Because the finding targets a core ... Read more
City sparks debate after enacting new law requiring all homeowners to paint roofs same color: ‘Not just about roofs’
Heat hits hardest where concrete spreads and shade stays scarce, so a major Southern city just took a bold step. The city now mandates more reflective roofing on new builds and replacements, betting that lighter surfaces will cool homes and entire neighborhoods. The move sounds simple, yet it targets energy costs, health risks, and equity ... Read more
Officials propose banning common landscaping equipment with new bill: ‘It’s a beautiful thing’
Quieter blocks and cleaner air are within reach as city leaders weigh a ban on this landscaping equipment. The proposal, led by a key sponsor and backed by the environment chair, targets noise and pollution together. Residents, advocates, and even lawn pros see momentum building. Battery tools have matured, so the timing fits. The shift ... Read more
Camper shares frustrations after encountering concerning trend in protected parks: ‘People are getting bolder and bolder’
Silence should feel natural under the pines, yet lately that calm keeps slipping away. From crowded sites to late-night engines, small breaches pile up until the getaway feels fragile. Across protected parks, one frank camper’s story captures a larger shift: rules are ignored, gates are damaged, and courtesy fades. Readers who love wild places ask ... Read more
Billionaire philanthropists Nancy and Rich Kinder vow to give 95% of their wealth — $10B — to Houston charities
Houston’s most visible givers are turning private success into public good, at scale and with urgency. According to Nancy and Rich Kinder, 95% of their wealth, over $10 billion, will be donated to projects that improve Houston’s parks, arts, education, and overall quality of life. Their announcement considers wealth as stewardship not status, and builds ... Read more
Insects, cleaning, and more: burning rosemary is an ancient practice reviving for its many benefits
The subtle wisp of smoke, the fresh fragrance of rosemary, and all at once, life is back in the air. Once a simple home practice, this longstanding herb is finding a subtle resurgence in modern homes. People burn it for its aromatic quality alone, and often for its calming quality, for its refreshing quality, for ... Read more
Psychologist says people who never comment on social media share these 5 remarkable traits
Some people talk nonstop online; others say nothing and still shape the room. Silent users may frustrate creators, yet their quiet stance often hides strong habits of judgment, care, and restraint. Many psychologists see intention behind the calm. Used well, social media becomes a place to observe, learn, and choose where to invest energy, rather ... Read more
