Jan 3rd, 2026 - By While not every kitchen can be outfitted to the nines with every must-have appliance and gadget on the market, there are a few necessary tools everyone should have. And even though large appliances and countertop essentials like stand mixers , microwaves, and toaster ovens can easily be the hero in a wide range of culinary situations, there's still something to be said for the smaller tools of the kitchen. Case in point: the humble box grater. This handheld tool has long served as a go-to ... [Read More]

Jan 3rd, 2026 - Music pulsed across the floor at Chez Vous rink in Dorchester as kids wobbled past parents clutching the railing, their skates scraping , and their laughter echoing under the technicolor lights. Some sped confidently through the crowd . Others fell, popped back up and tried again. For families who showed up Saturday morning, the free roller skating clinic, complete with rentals, pizza and music, was less about skating than about being together, close to home, without worrying about the cost. ... [Read More]

Jan 3rd, 2026 - Karyshma, 27, a financial data analyst, meets Arun, 36, a radiographer Karyshma on Arun What were you hoping for? A memorable evening, good company and to meet someone I wouldn't have crossed paths with. I'm a romantic, so I like the idea of letting the universe (or the Guardian) do some matchmaking instead of the Hinge monotony. First impressions? Friendly smile, punctual and warm. What did you talk about? Instagram. Books. Film. Travel. Identity. Family. Reggae Reggae crisps. We had a ... [Read More]

Jan 2nd, 2026 - If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Keep your fridge and pantry clutter-free in the new year. What You Need to Know From the counters to the cabinets and the pantry, the kitchen is one of the most clutter-prone rooms in the house. Whether we're making our favorite recipes or stocking up on ingredients and snacks, it's not easy to keep things tidy when there's more food than space to store it. That's why we're kicking off the new year with our most organized kitchens ... [Read More]

Jan 2nd, 2026 - Flowers offer the simplest way to bring new energy into the New Year. They deliver fresh positivity that brightens every moment. Colors burst life into dull spaces. Give bouquets to special people now. 1800 FLOWERS delivers fresh and vibrant New Year bouquets that bring inspiration, color, and positivity to your celebrations. New Year demands true renewal in every corner. Fresh flowers match that perfect vibe so well. They transform dull rooms into lively havens fast. How New Year Flowers Bring ... [Read More]

Dec 31st, 2025 - Q. My husband's family has a longstanding tradition of not buying Christmas gifts for adults, just the small children. It keeps Christmas less hectic and allows us to concentrate on what's important: spending time together as a large extended family. Years ago, I suggested to my highly dysfunctional family a similar approach. Most of them live in severe poverty and bought gifts for every single person of our extended family, which were often not thought out and promptly thrown out or given ... [Read More]

Dec 30th, 2025 - The joyful expression pet parents witness when they give their fur babies gifts will make your day. One such Instagram video shows how a little puppy reacts when he receives a Christmas present from his dog mom and dad. Named Kobe, the Jack Russell Terrier impresses viewers with his gentle way of unwrapping his holiday present. He seems to enjoy the process, leaving him with pure joy as he plays with his toy. Meanwhile, netizens cannot keep calm as they watch the pup's adorable reactions. They ... [Read More]

Dec 29th, 2025 - Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account's 'Saved for Later' section. Strategist staffers have close to 20 children between us, ranging in age from 2½ to almost 15 years old. (And that's not counting our nieces, nephews, younger siblings, and friends' kids.) So in addition to researching and writing about the best stuff for babies and kids, we spent a good amount of time in 2025 shopping for the children in our lives. I asked my colleagues to tell me about the ... [Read More]

Dec 28th, 2025 - Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Dear Eric: A friend is planning his second marriage. It will be his fiancée's third. Both are in their mid-to-late 60s, have owned their single-family homes for many years, and have reasonably well-paying jobs. They are planning a wedding shower and have registered for gifts, including expensive kitchen equipment and utensils, china, glassware, lamps, and living room furnishings. Things newlyweds-to-be in their 20s or 30s might need to start ... [Read More]

Dec 27th, 2025 - From a sparkling wine club to a small business that delivers nationwide, we tested eight wine clubs that satisfied different tastes and needs ine subscription plans are on the rise . The reasons are what you'd expect: they make wine convenient and fun to explore. And the best wine subscriptions turn "what can feel like an intimidating world into something enjoyable, personal and effortless", says Jason Hedges, the beverage director at the restaurant group LT Hospitality. What do you need to ... [Read More]