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When Is the Best Time to Buy Bananas?

Should you buy bananas when they’re green or when they're visibly yellow and ripe? Discover the right time and color stage to purchase bananas, plus how to best store them at home.

These tips will make cleaning the ceiling fan easier.

7 Easy Tips For Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan

Tired of fan dust falling everywhere? These ceiling fan cleaning hacks—including natural solutions and smart safety tips—will make the problem easier to deal with.

30 Costco Items That Will Save You the Most

Want to know where you’re really saving at Costco? These 15 items deliver the most bang for your buck, from snacks to pantry staples.

Not something that the Property Brothers would want to see.

How to Clean Water Stains From Your Ceiling

When it comes to removing water stains from your ceiling, there are a few important things to identify, like what’s causing water to seep through in the first place.

Ford is reaching out to hundreds of thousands of vehicle owners over a safety issue.

Ford Is Recalling Over 850,000 Vehicles Due to a Serious Safety Issue

The carmaker is raising the alarm over a defective part that can lead to accidents.

Why Are the Metal Bars on Some Windows Curved?

Some old-fashioned window guards look like they have a potbelly. Discover the real reason why, as well as the history surrounding these unique grills.

Keeping the lights on in paradise gets pricey.

Which States Will Pay the Most—and the Least—for Electricity This Summer?

Some U.S. states, like Hawaii, may have to deal with higher electricity bills for summer 2025 than others.

This Simple Tool Can Help You Avoid the Tick-Borne Red Meat Allergy

A household item that retails for less than $5 can provide a good first-line preventive measure against tick-borne illnesses.

Most likely snapped in a northeastern city.

These Cities Have the Best (and Worst) Drivers in the U.S., According to Allstate

Drivers are pretty safe in Boise, but they might find themselves getting whiplash in Boston.

This Foil Packet Shrimp Boil Is Perfect for Your Next Camping Trip

Looking for a simple yet flavorful camping meal? Try this shrimp boil in foil, packed with sausage, veggies, and spices.

10 Tips for Coping With a Heat Wave

Extreme heat can be dangerous—here’s how to stay safe this summer.

The scene might not linger, but the smell could.

Clothes Smell Like Campfire Smoke? Here’s What To Do About It

Getting that campfire smoke smell out of your clothes isn’t as hard as it might seem, thanks to these tips and tricks.

The Simple Reason Why Gas Stations Put a Hold on Your Debit Card

That $150 or $175 hold was no mistake—but you won’t actually be on the hook for all of it.

Mowing your lawn requires a little know-how.

You’re Probably Mowing Your Lawn Wrong

Got a brittle, brown, sad lawn? You’re probably making one of these common mowing mistakes.

Is It Actually Safe to Swim in Lakes?

Swimming in lakes (or any wild water) has its risks. When in doubt, check local advisories and trust your senses. And if the water looks or smells off, you might have better luck sticking to land.

There‘s no need to settle for freezer-burned ice cream.

These Simple Tricks Protect Ice Cream From Freezer Burn

Ice cream season is here—make sure yours stays creamy with these easy tricks.

Summer travel doesn't have to be a logistical nightmare.

5 of the Best Summer Travel Hacks We Got From TikTok

These travel hacks from TikTok can make everything from planning to packing for your next summer vacation trip a lot easier.

The Detroit Riverfront features an accessible pathway.

The 10 Most Accessible Cities in the U.S.

Accessibility matters—see which cities are setting the standard for inclusive travel.

The dog days of summer are about to get a lot more scenic.

These 20 Beaches Have the Best Sunsets, According to TripAdvisor

Discover the best beaches in the U.S. to explore this summer for postcard-perfect sunsets, including spots across New England and even Washington State.

Here‘s how to make sure your avocados are ripe and delicious.

How to Tell If an Avocado Is Ripe

Not sure if your avocado is ripe? Learn easy ways to check, tricks to speed up ripening, and the best ways to store it without ruining the taste.

It pays to get familiar with your hiking gear.

What Is the Hidden Whistle on Backpacks Used For?

This small, overlooked feature could save your life.

Vibrant, green leaves are a key indicator of a ripe pineapple.

The Fastest Way to Check If a Pineapple Is Ripe

Don’t get stuck with an unripe pineapple. Learn how to spot the signs of ripeness before you purchase, from leaf color to scent.

It's more innovative than you might think.

15 Things You Didn’t Know Your Hair Dryer Could Do

Hair dryers are good for more than just hair styling. Learn how to use them to remove stickers and clean off gum, plus discover other everyday hacks here.

These bugs are more likely to take over your summer vacation if you're in these cities.

25 U.S. Cities That’ll Have the Worst Mosquito Problems This Summer

Don’t want to bug out this summer? From Los Angeles to Houston and even Detroit, these are the U.S. cities that experts expect will have the worst problems with mosquitoes in 2025.