insert_link Weather Nerd Lake Powell hits Historic Low, raising Hydropower Concerns A massive reservoir known as a boating mecca dipped below a critical threshold last week raising new concerns about a source of power that millions of people in the U.S. West rely on for electricity. Lake Powell, which covers northern Arizona and up into southern Utah, fell to below 3,525 feet (1,075 meters). This puts it at its lowest level since the lake filled after the federal government dammed the […] todayMarch 21, 2022
insert_link Health & Wellness COVID-19 cases will likely increase soon with BA.2 and other Variants, though not necessarily Hospitalizations Over the next few weeks, the U.S. should expect an increase in COVID-19 cases from the Omicron BA.2 variant, also known as the "Stealth Variant," Dr. Anthony Fauci said in an interview with ABC News, but it may not lead to as severe a surge in hospitalizations or deaths. "I would not be surprised if in the next few weeks we see somewhat of either a flattening of our diminution or […] todayMarch 21, 2022
insert_link Food & Drink It’s Sloppy Joe’s Day – Here’s the Dish on America’s Favorite Sloppy Sandwich A staple of school cafeterias, the Sloppy Joe is nothing if not a beloved American staple. In fact, March 18 has been declared National Sloppy Joe Day! But did you know that sloppy joes actually have roots in another, less widespread but equally delicious sandwich? Or that there's some consternation over who the actual Joe behind their name really was? At its core, the Sloppy Joe is a simple combo […] todayMarch 18, 2022
insert_link Health & Wellness If You’ve Been Wishing Daylight Savings Time would be Year-Round, Your Wish May Soon Come True Love it or hate it, Daylight Savings Time may just be here to stay. As Reuters reports, the U.S. Senate has just passed legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent starting in 2023, which would end, once and for all, the sleep depriving twice-annual changing of clocks in a move promoted by supporters advocating brighter afternoons and more economic activity. The Senate approved the measure, called the Sunshine Protection […] todayMarch 17, 2022
insert_link Tech Made Simple EA says the Dead Space remake will be released in early 2023 EA announced an early 2023 “arrival window” for the next-gen remake of its survival horror hit Dead Space on Friday. The announcement was made as part of a developer livestream focused largely on the game’s audio. EA first announced the remake in July 2021, but at the time, didn’t say when it might be released. However, it did share that the game would be “rebuilt from the ground up” and […] todayMarch 17, 2022
insert_link Home Improvement March Home Maintenance To-Do: Do a Septic Tank or Grinder Pump Inspection The month of March—when temps are beginning to rise but before those April showers—is the ideal time to get down and dirty with those maintenance projects, says J.B. Sassano, president of Mr. Handyman, a commercial and residential repair, maintenance, and improvement franchise. March "home maintenance projects can extend the longevity and improve the quality of your home, inside and out," he says. Inspecting a septic tank isn't sexy, which is probably why most of […] todayMarch 17, 2022
insert_link Food & Drink It’s St. Paddy’s Day – Eat Like the Irish! Even if decking yourself in green on St. Patrick's Day isn't your thing, odds are you can get down with some traditional Irish foods, especially since March 17th is also "Eat Like The Irish Day!" Here are some classics to try to give yourself a little luck o' the Irish, courtesy foodnetwork.com. Corned Beef Tyler Florence treats brisket to a flavor-packed brine, before slow-cooking it in a Dutch oven for […] todayMarch 17, 2022
insert_link Fashion Breakout Trends from Milan Fall 2022 Runways Milan is getting back to business after two consecutive seasons of party wear. Carefree clothes once admired for their happy-go-lucky shapes and mood-boosting palettes have taken a back seat to powerful tailored garments that convey the responsibility and privilege that come with making important decisions. As Fashionista reports, Italian brands still had fun with fashion for Fall 2022, sprinkling bow details and rosebud accents throughout, as well as spreading joy with sequin […] todayMarch 17, 2022
insert_link Fashion Cosmopolitan And Ethical Products Launch COSMO Furbabies Line Of Pet Products Cosmopolitan, the largest young women's media brand in the world, announced the launch of its new COSMO Furbabies line of pet products in partnership with Ethical Products, a leading manufacturer of pet supplies, in a deal brokered by IMG. As the company states, "the Cosmo reader is smart, savvy, in-the-know, and always down for a good time, and so is her furry best friend. Available in the U.S. at local pet stores […] todayMarch 17, 2022