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Food & Drink

Dole Recalls Blueberries for Possible Parasite Contamination

Summer is blueberry season, but you may want to avoid this sweet berry if you live in Illinois, New York, Wisconsin, and Maine, or the two Canadian provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. That's because Dole has announced a limited recall of their fresh blueberries in those regions due to potential Cyclospora contamination. Cyclospora is a parasite which can cause an intestinal infection called cyclosporiasis. You can become infected after […]

todayJuly 6, 2021

Fashion

Sydney, Australia’s Powerhouse Museum to become Fashion and Design Hub

Less than a year after it reversed a decision to move the Powerhouse Museum from Sydney’s Central Business District, New South Wales’s southeastern Australian state government has pledged to spend around AU$500 million (US$380 million) to transform the site into a design and fashion hub. On June 15th, New South Wales Arts Minister Don Harwin announced the Ultimo museum would undergo renovations, with a design contest to be held to find an architectural […]

todayJuly 6, 2021

Home Improvement

Expert Tips on Navigating High Lumber Prices for your DIY Home Improvement Projects

Better Homes & Gardens reports that with many people taking advantage of historically low interest rates and building new homes, plus high demand for remodeling projects causing a shortage in lumber, many are finding that their projects are taking longer to finish. And for those with plans to do DIY projects that use lumber, setting a budget is a challenge. Over the past year, the cost of lumber has increased 430%—from $259 […]

todayJuly 6, 2021

Health & Wellness

New ‘miracle’ drug for Postpartum Depression one step closer to Approval

A new “miracle” drug that addresses one of the most common pregnancy complications — postpartum depression — is one step closer to being on the shelves, according to new research just released on June 30th.  Scientists from Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research just wrapped up a clinical trial examining the new drug Zuranolone and found more than half of participants saw a full remission of their clinical depression […]

todayJuly 6, 2021

Health & Wellness

EU officially launches Digital Vaccine Passport

The European Union’s digital COVID-19 certificate officially launched on July 1st. The certificate allows people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination, a recent negative test result, or a past COVID-19 infection. The certificate, which includes a QR code and digital signature, can either be displayed on a digital device or printed out. People who have the certificate should not have to get an additional COVID-19 test or quarantine when traveling […]

todayJuly 5, 2021

Tech Made Simple

82 year-old Mercury 13 legend Wally Funk will ride with Jeff Bezos on Blue Origin’s first crewed mission

Wally Funk, one of the “Mercury 13” pilots who fought to open NASA’s early astronaut program to women, will ride with Jeff Bezos on his space company’s first crewed mission out of Earth’s atmosphere later this month, the billionaire announced on Instagram Thursday. jeffbezos No one has waited longer. In 1961, Wally Funk was at the top of her class as part of the “Mercury 13” Woman in Space Program. […]

todayJuly 5, 2021

Food & Drink

Here are 7 Places you can get Discounts and Freebies for National Fried Chicken Day

A platter of hot, crispy fried chicken is one of the most popular comfort foods — and it’s equally enjoyed during all seasons, especially with an array of sides like coleslaw, corn and biscuits. Fried chicken is so much a common thread in our shared food culture that in recent years fast food chains have vied for the attention of fans with trending menu items ranging from the Popeyes Spicy […]

todayJuly 5, 2021

Home Improvement

Home Improvement Contracts: How To Protect Yourself

The recent boom in home improvement comes as some people consider making upgrades to stay there longer, rather than deal with the current high-priced housing market. The downside, however, the demand for such services is leading to delays and potential legal issues. "It's a triple whammy," says Gary Smith, a construction law attorney. He says import tariffs are increasing costs. There are also fewer licensed contractors after COVID shutdowns and […]

todayJuly 5, 2021

Fashion

Team USA Will Wear Kim Kardashian’s Skims at the Tokyo Olympics

In less than a month, athletes from all over the world will gather in Tokyo to compete for medals and impress millions of spectators with their astounding physical talents at the delayed Summer Olympic Games. Team USA will do so with a little help from Kim Kardashian's Skims which will be providing them with undergarments, pajamas and loungewear to wear while they're in Japan. Kardashian shared the news on her personal Instagram, with a slideshow […]

todayJuly 5, 2021

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