IKEA recall spotlights the importance of wall anchoring
June 29, 2016, 3:12 p.m. by Matt Hickman
So, is your furniture securely fastened to the nearest wall?
America's most 'well-read' cities are preoccupied with downsizing, decluttering
June 3, 2016, 10:15 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Marie Kondo's 'The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up' is a top-selling title in Seattle, San Francisco and Tucson.
5 ways to get rid of unwanted furniture
May 2, 2016, 4:39 p.m. by Chanie Kirschner
No more heavy lifting when you want to unload things you don't need.
What is a bed bug's favorite color?
April 26, 2016, 11:43 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
New info may help researchers design traps that attract more bugs.
What's the best way to build a fire in a fireplace?
March 21, 2016, 4:09 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
It's easy to build a fire in your own fireplace with just a bit of newspaper, kindling and, of course, firewood.
The biggest water hogs in Beverly Hills have been outed
March 17, 2016, 11:37 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Say it ain't so, Amy Poehler.
New study confirms that boomers are clueless
February 16, 2016, 6:30 a.m. by Lloyd Alter
Before you get mad at me, look at the results of this survey about how they say they want to live out their years.
A primer on the paint trends for 2016
January 31, 2016, 8:09 a.m. by Networx Systems
Don't get bogged down by swatches and old-school colors!
Hyperventilation about kitchen ventilation
January 20, 2016, 12:47 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
Kitchen exhaust turns out to be a very complicated issue where there is no real consensus.
The world doesn't need more furniture, says man who makes living from furniture sales
January 19, 2016, 7 p.m. by Matt Hickman
What, pray tell, is IKEA's sustainability chief talking about?
Next-gen incandescent bulb is a light-recycling marvel
January 12, 2016, 6:04 p.m. by Matt Hickman
And it's potentially more efficient than an LED.
How to unclog a toilet without a plunger
December 23, 2015, 12:09 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
You probably have everything you need right in your pantry.
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Astonished divers come across a massive jellyfish off the coast of England
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Rare encounter with piglet squid leaves deep sea explorers at a loss for scientific words
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How to fall safely
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20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better
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When is store-bought better than homemade?
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10 surprising facts about Neanderthals
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12 tips for kicking the refined sugar habit
You've read about the evils of sugar, but here's what you can do to avoid it.
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How to train your brain to eat healthy foods
Research finds that you can teach your body to want healthy foods over unhealthy ones.
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How to make your New Year's resolutions stick
Here are some tips to make sure your goals last all year and beyond.
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6 exercises for building muscle without equipment
Here's how to build muscle and get fit in the comfort of your own home, no special gear required.
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DIY ways to exercise at home this winter
Here are a few ways to get in shape without expensive equipment or a gym membership.
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How important is breakfast to weight loss?
Health experts have told us for years to eat breakfast, but new studies tell a different story.
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Which diet is right for you?
Here are 14 of the most popular diets; see which one resonates with you.
