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Here is a shelf’s worth of important books by Black authors, read and recommended by these book lovers.

If you can’t go to the beach, let the RV—I mean, er beach—come to you.

Aurora James, designer and creative director of Brother Vellies, is asking big box stores to take the pledge. Here's what that means.

And there's one thing you won't find.

I’ve already used it several times.

Time to brush up your video call interviewing skills.

What's better than a new plant baby delivered to your door every month?

It may take a little time and strategy, but those glorious hours of shut-eye are worth your while.

If you’ve ever Googled around for hypoallergenic cat breeds and come up with exactly zero results, that’s because hypoallergenic cats don’t really exist.

As with many things, one of the best places to start is with a book.

The designer touched on how to embrace these moments.

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.

Then, you can put the money toward an actual trip in the future.

Here are four period dramas that you can stream right now.

Like their human teenage counterparts, the dogs in the study seemed to get noticeably more rebellious during their teenage years.

It's saving you money.

Here's how to prevent it.

From soap pancakes and waffles “topped” with berries, cream, and powdered sugar, to soap cakes and pastries, they all look truly delectable.

To bring tourism back to Japan once the outbreak has subsided, the government is considering paying for a portion of tourists’ travel expenses.

Even if it never actually happens...

Cash in on these classics.

There's a built-in rainwater collection system, too!

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.

We could all use a little more Julia Child.

So while visiting Japan in person might not be so easy in the near future, with a little imagination, and a stable WiFi connection, you can get pretty close.

Whether you're concerned about scratches, cost, temperature, or just what's easiest to clean, look no further than these expert-backed options.

Sometimes you just need a good cry.

What makes it unique among flora is that it has “windows” on the margins of its leaves, allowing light to pass through for photosynthesis.

Virtual personal assistants are in demand.

Bee-lieve it.

I saw people panic about how difficult working from home may be, and part of me thought, “OK, I’ve got this handled.” But then... I didn’t.

How Jess Day, Liz Lemon, and others might be taking their Zoom meetings.

"Getting out of your head" is sometimes the best remedy for a looming anxiety spiral. But I, for one, don't want to miss what my thoughts might be trying to teach me.

These custom modernist pieces are for the birds—literally.

Your Monopoly or Candyland could be more valuable than you realize.

You won’t have to hop on a plane (or a Catbus) to go see it.

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.

A new episode comes out each Wednesday!

It’s not a real-life hike, but it’s still beautiful and calming.

Although nothing can truly replace this show, there are other comedies out there that might ease the pain even just a little bit.

Including 19 staterooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices, and 78 bathrooms.

It was inspired by her current habit of wearing old sweatshirts and sweatpants left behind by childhood friends.

It's also perfect for last-minute gifting.

And it's not a laptop riser.

We're no less stressed about the current state of the world, but we're comforted.

And there's many more chapters where that came from.

These takeaways will spark joy for you, too.

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.

The design, called “Janus” after the two-faced Roman god, is a new take on the three-seater plan.

The Internet Arcade hosts original versions of coin-operated arcade games that date back to the 1970s and through to the early 2000s.

The Swedish retailer just released some new summer items, several of which are staycation-ready hammocks.

It's possible!

All aboard!

If you're quarantining with your parents right now, you can thank us later.

Get ready for a full month of stellar sightings.

No dress code required!

If, like so many, you blew through "Ozark" and are in need of some more high-stakes anti-hero drama, we have you covered.

The reviews are in: customers are going nuts over it!

Here's how it's going.

She's been to places like Mexico, Italy, Germany, and different spots around Canada and the U.S.

Zoom calls can feel like a low-key treasure hunt of subtle clues about who our professional peers and colleagues really are. Here’s why you should embrace it.

Here are tips they swear by.

Sure, our parents told us to never play with our food, but they never told us about not sitting on it.

Children can hone their creativity through the lens of the celebrated architect’s design contributions.

Kangaroos on the beach!

See what the universe was doing while you were celebrating your birthday.

Plus, $1 from each puzzle sale will go to Feeding America.

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.

Watch Romeo & Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and more.

Making screen time a little more enriching.

Whether you're into classics like Monopoly or newer apps like Houseparty, there's something here for everyone!

Here are a few recommendations for shows that might fit the bill.