Small dog sitting on a white sofa with striped pillows, shelves with decor, and abstract art in the background.
Turns Out, You’ve Been Calculating Your Dog’s Age in”Human Years” All Wrong
The doggy aging process is a lot weirder than we thought.
Jul 12, 2020
Take This Quiz To Find Out What You Need to Change About Your Work-From-Home Setup
Your productivity and health will thank you later.
Jul 8, 2020
The Worst Thing Someone’s Done at an IKEA, According to Employees
Some former and current IKEA employees dish about the most annoying things that customers do.
Jul 8, 2020
This $65 Folding Desk Will Upgrade Your WFH Setup for Good
It's a definite step up from a tray table and you can still fold it away at the end of the day.
Jul 8, 2020
Look Inside This Massive Double Decker RV That Sleeps 10 People
It’s one of the largest expedition vehicles in the world at 40 feet long.
Jul 7, 2020
7 Must-Watch Shows on Netflix If You’re Obsessed with Home Design
More time at home means more Netflix binges.
Jul 6, 2020
These Caned Door Upgrades Make Your IKEA Look More Expensive
One company created an entirely new line of cane upgrades that fit perfectly on IKEA pieces you already own.
Jul 6, 2020
HGTV’s ‘Home Town Takeover’ Will Renovate All of Wetumpka, Alabama
HGTV "wanted to choose a town, which as well as meeting all of the necessary criteria, faced down major adversity and persevered."
Jul 6, 2020
Inflatable Pools Exist for Your Summer Beverages, and There’s People-Sized Ones to Match
These tiny pool coolers will make your space feel like a beach oasis this summer—that is, without the crowds.
Jul 2, 2020
Forget Fireworks, I’m Celebrating the Fourth of July with ‘Hamilton’ On Disney+
“Hamilton” is exactly the kind of joy I'm looking for during this global pandemic.
Jul 2, 2020
Mina Starsiak Hawk of HGTV’s ‘Good Bones’ Opened Her Own Home Store
Fans of HGTV’s "Good Bones" are going to want to plan a trip to downtown Indianapolis in the future.
Jun 29, 2020
Watch This Livestream of Birds at a Mini Library and Just Try Not to Smile
Perhaps the only library in the world where eating, making a mess, and chirping loudly is allowed.
Jun 27, 2020
A School Librarian Is Delivering Books to Her Students via Drone
Summer reading has never been cooler.
Jun 24, 2020
Black Designers and Bloggers Are Taking Over Popular Instagram Accounts in #ShareTheMicNow Home Edition
"Change starts with the gate keepers to opportunities."
Jun 18, 2020
19 Funny Movies on Hulu to Get Your Mind Off Things
Because we could all use a laugh.
Jun 18, 2020
7 TV Shows to Stream if You’re Caught Up on ‘Insecure’
The fourth season of HBO’s “Insecure” has officially wrapped, and Sundays just won’t be the same without it. The past few months have been incredibly difficult due to the coronavirus pandemic and the senseless killings of Black Americans at the hands of police, but Issa Rae’s comedy series has been offering tiny doses of sweetness, 30 minutes at a time. Season 4 of “Insecure” was arguably the best so far.
Jun 17, 2020
This Solar-Powered Tiny House Is a Charming Beach Hut on Wheels
If you can’t go to the beach, let the RV—I mean, er beach—come to you.
Jun 16, 2020
What’s the 15 Percent Pledge, and How Can You Help? An Explainer
Aurora James, designer and creative director of Brother Vellies, is asking big box stores to take the pledge. Here's what that means.
Jun 15, 2020
IKEA Opened Its First Convenience Store—Here’s What It Sells
And there's one thing you won't find.
Jun 12, 2020
This Google App Is So Useful, It Deserves a Permanent Spot on Your Home Screen
I’ve already used it several times.
Jun 11, 2020
9 Companies Who Are Actively Looking to Hire Remote Workers Right Now
Time to brush up your video call interviewing skills.
Jun 11, 2020
I Tried Kelly Wearstler’s MasterClass, and I Have a Newfound Appreciation for Design “Accidents”
The designer touched on how to embrace these moments.
Jun 8, 2020
This Is the Most Popular Disney Movie in the World
Disney+ only launched in November 2019, but it’s poised to become the second most popular streaming service after Netflix by 2025, according to Digital TV Research projections. And it’s hardly a surprise the platform has been so successful. After all, Disney is the comfort food of the entertainment industry.
Jun 8, 2020
This Travel Company Will Pay You To Take a Virtual Vacation Anywhere in the World
Then, you can put the money toward an actual trip in the future.
Jun 8, 2020
Turns Out, Dogs Go Through a Grumpy Teenage Phase During Puberty, Too
Like their human teenage counterparts, the dogs in the study seemed to get noticeably more rebellious during their teenage years.
Jun 1, 2020
The Real Reason Aldi Stores Don’t Play Any Music
It's saving you money.
Jun 1, 2020
Japan Might Pay You to Visit, Once It’s Safe to Travel
To bring tourism back to Japan once the outbreak has subsided, the government is considering paying for a portion of tourists’ travel expenses.
May 28, 2020
We Asked 29 Celebrities to Share Their Ideal Bedtime, and This Was the Most Popular Answer
Even if it never actually happens...
May 26, 2020
Your Old VHS Tapes Could Be Worth Up To $15K
Cash in on these classics.
May 26, 2020
This Sustainable 290-Square-Foot Tiny House Can Be Configured Over 1,000 Ways
There's a built-in rainwater collection system, too!
May 25, 2020
A World-Class Film Festival Premieres on YouTube This Week
The festival is the result of a collaboration between 20 of the world's largest film festivals, including the Cannes, Venice, Tokyo, Berlin, and New York film festivals.
May 20, 2020
WGBH Is Airing a Week of Free Julia Child Content—Here’s How to Watch
We could all use a little more Julia Child.
May 24, 2020
7 Shows to Watch If You’re Caught Up on ‘This Is Us’
Sometimes you just need a good cry.
May 22, 2020
Transparent Succulents Exist, And Here’s Where You Can Get One
What makes it unique among flora is that it has “windows” on the margins of its leaves, allowing light to pass through for photosynthesis.
May 21, 2020
IKEA Wants to Help You Build Your Own Bee Home
Bee-lieve it.
May 20, 2020
The Work-From-Home Spaces of 5 of Our Favorite TV Characters, Imagined
How Jess Day, Liz Lemon, and others might be taking their Zoom meetings.
May 17, 2020
These Mid-Century Birdhouses Are So Cute, You’ll Want to Live in Them
These custom modernist pieces are for the birds—literally.
May 14, 2020
You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of the Studio Ghibli Museum
You won’t have to hop on a plane (or a Catbus) to go see it.
May 11, 2020
Fans Have Spotted Starbucks’ New Pride Collection in Stores Already
Fans in the Starbucks Reddit thread began speculating that the collection will be rolling out widely sometime this month, with some lucky shoppers already showing off their purchases on Instagram.
May 11, 2020
Julie Andrews and Her Daughter Have a Storytime Podcast for Kids
A new episode comes out each Wednesday!
May 9, 2020
Take a Virtual Tour of the U.K.’s Fairy Tale-Worthy Bluebell Woods
It’s not a real-life hike, but it’s still beautiful and calming.
May 9, 2020
4 Comedies to Watch If You Already Miss ‘Schitt’s Creek’
Although nothing can truly replace this show, there are other comedies out there that might ease the pain even just a little bit.
May 8, 2020
This Floor Plan of Buckingham Palace Shows All 775 Rooms
Including 19 staterooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices, and 78 bathrooms.
May 8, 2020
Beanie Feldstein’s Quarantine Craft Is Made of Her Favorite Childhood Memories (Literally)
It was inspired by her current habit of wearing old sweatshirts and sweatpants left behind by childhood friends.
May 8, 2020
Daniel Radcliffe Will Now Read ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ to You
And there's many more chapters where that came from.
May 5, 2020
11 Work From Home Productivity Tips From Marie Kondo’s New Book “Joy at Work”
These takeaways will spark joy for you, too.
May 4, 2020
Check Out 4.5 Million Artworks Via The British Museum’s Virtual Tour
The world's first national public museum has made a large portion of their collection online, all of which can be accessed with just a few clicks.
May 4, 2020
These “Reverse” Airplane Seats Could Be The New Way To Fly
The design, called “Janus” after the two-faced Roman god, is a new take on the three-seater plan.
May 1, 2020
You Can Now Play Classic Arcade Games for Free Right In Your Browser
The Internet Arcade hosts original versions of coin-operated arcade games that date back to the 1970s and through to the early 2000s.
May 3, 2020
Hammocks Equal Summer, and IKEA Just Launched Some New Ones
The Swedish retailer just released some new summer items, several of which are staycation-ready hammocks.
May 3, 2020
What You Need to Know About May’s Full Flower Supermoon, Plus Other Astronomy Events Happening This Month
Get ready for a full month of stellar sightings.
May 1, 2020
You Can Now Stream Classical Opera and Ballet Performances For Free
No dress code required!
May 1, 2020
One Man Built a Mini Restaurant for Squirrels in His Front Yard
The reviews are in: customers are going nuts over it!
Apr 29, 2020
Urban Outfitters is Selling a Stool That Looks Like Corn, and It’s A-maize-ing
Sure, our parents told us to never play with our food, but they never told us about not sitting on it.
Apr 25, 2020
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Has Free Online Classes for Kids
Children can hone their creativity through the lens of the celebrated architect’s design contributions.
Apr 23, 2020
Visit Kangaroos and Killer Whales on This 13-Day Virtual Tour of Australia
Kangaroos on the beach!
Apr 25, 2020
NASA Is Celebrating the Hubble Space Telescope’s 30th Birthday With a Birthday Present for You
See what the universe was doing while you were celebrating your birthday.
Apr 24, 2020
Buy and Trade Like-New Puzzles Through thredUP’s Puzzle PopUp
Plus, $1 from each puzzle sale will go to Feeding America.
Apr 24, 2020
Virtually Tour the Tim Burton Exhibit at Las Vegas’ Neon Museum
You’ll get a close-up look at the vibrant and one-of-a-kind creations that Burton dreamed up, while hearing more about what inspired the famed filmmaker as he worked on each installation.
Apr 20, 2020
The Globe Theater Is Streaming Free Shakespeare Plays Through June
Watch Romeo & Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and more.
Apr 19, 2020
Google Launches ‘Teacher Approved’ Apps for Kids
Making screen time a little more enriching.
Apr 19, 2020
The Best (and Mostly Free) Virtual Games to Play with Friends
Whether you're into classics like Monopoly or newer apps like Houseparty, there's something here for everyone!
Apr 17, 2020
Here’s How You Can Get Paid to Binge Watch Your Favorite TV Show
Grab the remote!
Apr 17, 2020
True Crime Fans: This Dream Job Will Pay You $1,000 to Watch Chilling Documentaries
You'll have 48 hours to stream a series of 16 chilling docs.
Apr 15, 2020
These Are the Most Useful Online Courses You Can Take, According to Reddit
From getting better at excel to learning how to power search, here's a list of some of the most potentially life-changing online courses out there.
Apr 14, 2020
These Gyms and Fitness Brands Are Offering Free Virtual Workout Classes to Do At Home
From full-body workouts to yoga and meditation sessions, there's something for everyone.
Apr 10, 2020
Airbnb Launches Online Experiences So You Can Learn New Skills and Meet Locals From Around the Globe
Learn a new skill, explore a new destination, and connect with hosts from around the world.
Apr 9, 2020
You Can Virtually Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House in Los Angeles
It's perched on a hilltop overlooking L.A., so sweeping views ahead!
Apr 7, 2020
Turn Your Home Office into a Greenhouse With Bloomscape’s Free Zoom Backgrounds
It doesn't even matter if you have a green thumb.
Apr 6, 2020
You Can Order Cardboard Cutouts of Your Loved Ones to Help Get Through Social Distancing
There is one way to still spend time with your favorite people, and it’s truly hilarious.
Apr 5, 2020