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The “vanilla” pitch shot, as I call it, is a great place to start when trying to build your foundation for all kinds of shots around the greens. It’s a basic mid-trajectory pitch that comes off with lots of spin yet still provides a solid amount for margin of error.

How to hit the perfect ‘vanilla’ pitch shot around the greens

Josh sliced. Like, sliced sliced. That he knew. And why did his ball sail right of right?. That was where things got maddening. Josh and I were talking last weekend with Kelan McDonagh, the director of instruction at Metedeconk National Golf Club in Jackson Township, N.J., and the purpose of our visit was to “save” Josh — my old friend had become so frustrated by golf that he was considering quitting, so I concocted this meeting between teacher and student. Should you be interested, that complete story can be read by clicking here.

2 fast ways to check if your grip is actually denying you a square clubface

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. Rory McIlroy has one of the prettiest swings in golf. With a move that’s got equal parts grace and power, he’s got a swing that’s admired by pros and amateurs alike.

Rory McIlroy’s favorite drill can help you get the club into prime position

Whether you’re an experienced golfer or just a beginner, everyone knows the euphoric feeling that comes from hitting a perfect shot. Now, with the help of its new The Sure Thing club, Topgolf is looking to help more golfers experience that feeling. “At Topgolf, we exist to bring joy...

Topgolf creates non-conforming club to help golfers experience the perfect shot

Earlier this week, a lost golf ball was recovered at a venerable Virginia course, but not within a legal timeframe. The rules of the game allow a three-minute search. This ball had been missing for about 100 years. That, anyway, is what the evidence suggests to Mark Fry, director of...

At historic golf course, split-open tree reveals stunning find

Do you love eating oranges? Next time you buy them, do not throw the peels away. Oranges are not only rich in vitamin C but also packed with fiber and calcium. You can make a ton of desserts, spreads, drinks, and dishes with this citrus fruit. Here are some recipe ideas: Super Easy Orange Cake, Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe, 4-Ingredient Orange Marmalade Recipe.

Why You Shouldn’t Throw Away Orange Peels

ST. PAUL, MN – Traveling is exciting, offering the promise of new experiences and adventures. However, booking your flight requires careful attention and precision. Rushing through this process can lead to costly mistakes that might derail your entire trip. Taking the time to double-check every detail can save you from unnecessary stress and expense.

Booking A Flight? Avoid This Common Mistake That Could Ruin Your Trip!

Golf-course superintendents — they’re just like us! At least, they’re not so different that we can’t ask them for advice. In this column, we welcome readers’ yard-care questions, which we pass on to turf-care experts in the golf industry. The following query comes from James...

Dog pee damaging your lawn? Here’s what to do when your pooch takes relief

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TEST your eyesight in a mind-boggling brainteaser that is harder than you think. Everyone can see the group of pennies in the optical illusion, but there is a dirty dime cleverly concealed in the visual. Reddit user Throw_Away_Acnt594 shared an illusion made by their six-year-old daughter on the platform. In the post, you can see […]

You have 20/20 vision if you can spot the dirty dime hiding among the pennies – people say it’s ‘harder than I expected’

A 22-YEAR-OLD who grew up living pay check to pay check has revealed how he hustled his way to a £60,000 a year business. Randy Roblero began working to provide for his family in 2021, after his father passed away, leaving the family in financial difficulty. He had always...

I grew up poor & started hustling as a teen when my dad died – now I make £60k doing a job that’s great on a sunny day

Welcome to Shaving Strokes, a GOLF.com series in which we’re sharing improvements, learnings and takeaways from amateur golfers just like you — including some of the speed bumps and challenges they faced along the way. If you’re a mid-to-high handicapper like I am, there’s a good chance you’re...

Correct 2 common flaws with this ultimate full swing drill

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Don’t fall for it: The restaurant tipping scam that makes you tip extra without knowing

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Learning a new skill, such as playing an instrument, gardening or picking up a new language, takes a lot of time and practice, whether that means scale training, learning about native plants or using flashcards to memorize new words.To improve through practice, you have to perform the task repeatedly while also receiving feedback so you know whether you’re doing it correctly or not. Is my pitch correct? Did my geraniums bloom? Is my pronunciation understandable?However, a new study by researchers at the Institute of Neuroscience at the University of Oregon shows that you can speed up the processes by adding a third element to practice and feedback: passive exposure. The good news is that passive exposure requires minimal effort and is enjoyable.

The effortless trick neuroscientists say will help you pick up any new skill a lot faster

North Carolina State

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As much as we want our pets to live forever, there will come a day when we have to say goodbye. Holding a memorial service for your pet and laying them to rest can be a great way to begin the healing process.

Can you bury a pet at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Living Richly on a Budget

Love spreadsheets and want a beautifully designed one for your budget planner? Check out my new Google Sheets Budget Planner!. Track multiple sources of income for self-employment or employee. See your progress in a chart format. Comes with instructions on how to use.

Google Sheets Budget Planner (New in the Shop)

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Cheryl E Preston

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Food & Wine

There are some real health benefits to it.

Why You Really Should Consider Microwaving Your Tea

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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Use this can’t-miss move to revamp your short game

A lot of recreational players think they need to get the club under the ball to hit soft and high short-game shots. Not true. The secret...

Use this can’t-miss move to revamp your short game

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