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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I count on the dishwasher to keep my whole kitchen humming. We run it nightly as part of our kitchen shutdown routine and empty it every morning so there’s no bottleneck from dirty breakfast dishes sitting and accumulating in the sink. Doing so makes a drastic difference in how smoothly our kitchen runs.

You Should Put a Lemon in Your Dishwasher ASAP (The Results Are Amazing!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. When I was preparing my house to sell this summer, I had some big-ticket tasks to complete that cost a pretty good chunk of change. I replaced upgraded aging appliances that were reaching the end of their life cycles and starting to groan — there went $12,000 for a new, energy-efficient HVAC system and another $3,000 for a water heater. Then there were expenses like repairs here and there I hired a handyman to do ($1,500), plus paint touch-ups ($1,500), a carpet cleaning ($300) and a deep clean of my house ($300).

The $1 Upgrade My Stager Made Me Buy Before I Listed My House (It’s So Unexpected!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Even though I love DIY projects and am totally down to paint a wall a solid color or apply peel-and-stick wallpaper, I’m not actually that deft with detailed hand-painting. Maybe that’s why I’m so in love with this DIY project of little painted rectangles by Tracey Varndell (@fray_at_home) because it actually leans into any mistakes and imperfections.

I’m So in Love with This $30 Accent Wall Idea (It’s So Easy, Even I Could Do It!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I tend to let paper clutter (Old insurance claims! Bank statements! Ancient apartment leases!) build up. “I might need this later,” I say, which is a complete lie. In no place is this more evident than in a corner of our “office” space. (In our Brooklyn apartment, our “office space” is just the room that leads out onto the deck where we fit a desk, our dog’s crate, and our bike rack.)

I Organized 25 Years of Sentimental Paper Clutter — And It Was Actually a Blast

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. The thing about ice cream is that eating it is never a bad idea. I’ve eaten ice cream to celebrate triumphs, and I’ve eaten ice cream to soften the sting of failure. No matter which occasion it accompanied, it was always cold, sweet, and right on time.

We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Ice Cream, and They All Said the Same Thing

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. A recent New York Times story detailing the new rules of hosting a party is dividing hosts, guests, and basically the entire internet. The “Everything Guide to Partying” has the internet taking sides over one rule in particular — and it’s re-sparking a debate about shoes-off policies in homes.

The Internet Keeps Debating This Polarizing House Rule — But It’s Actually Quite Simple

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

North Carolina State

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Can You Flash Your Headlights to Warn Other Drivers About Speed Traps?. Flashing headlights can serve as a signal to other drivers that law enforcement is nearby, often warning of speed traps or sobriety checkpoints.

Is it legal to flash your headlights to warn drivers of speed traps? What Drivers should now

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Louisiana State

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. As a hot sleeper, I’m always looking for ways to stay cool at night. On top of that, I live in Louisiana, where it’s warm most of the year. And with the scorching summer temperatures around the country, you can understand why cool and comfortable is of the utmost importance. When I finally turned to cooling bedding and stopped choosing the wrong types of sheets and comforters, it was a total game-changer. I thought I’d have to deal with night sweats forever!

This Innovative Cooling Comforter Is Getting Me Through the Long, Hot Louisiana Summer (And It’s On Sale!)

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. You know something is truly timeless when it’s been over 100 years since it was first invented and people are still using it to this day. Take the Mason jar, for example. According to The Kitchn, the original Mason jar was invented and patented in 1858, and now, 166 years later, Joanna Gaines is still using Mason jars to preserve her plum jelly. However, her “quilted” version will make you want to trade in all your regular Mason jar cups, wine glasses, and bud vases for this super-affordable alternative.

Joanna Gaines Is Bringing This 166-Year-Old Drinkware Trend Into Her Garden (It’s a Classic!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Based on just how popular wavy mirrors have been over the past few years (and how popular they continue to be!), the trend shows no sign of slowing down or disappearing anytime soon. And while the most high-profile wavy mirrors may not exactly be known for their low price tags — the iconic full-size “Ultrafragola” pink wavy mirror that Ettore Sottsass designed in the ’70s is selling for upwards of $13,000 on 1st Dibs, for example — Aldi is about to change all of that.

Aldi Is Selling a ’70s-Inspired Find for Just $5 (You’ll Want a Few!)

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. In today’s digital age, social media users are constantly going viral for figuring out secret features and tricks of mundane household items — from spice jar lids to parchment paper boxes. And recently, a TikTok video from creator Gina DeMarco (@GenX_mompreneur) made its rounds on the internet for discovering a mind-blowing hack for removing the glass on a microwave door to make it easier to clean.

Your Microwave Door Has a Not-So-Secret Feature Everyone’s Just Finding Out About — But There’s a Catch

Alameda, CA

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The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

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I Tried the “Wheel of Chores” to Declutter, and Now I’ll Use it Every Weekend

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