The Search for the Face Behind Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing

Jazmin Jones knows what she did. “If you’re online, there’s this idea of trolling,” Jones, the director behind Seeking Mavis Beacon, said during a recent panel for her new documentary. “For this project, some things we’re taking incredibly seriously … and other things we’re trolling. We’re trolling this idea of a detective because we’re also,…

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The Safer Way to Slice an Entire Cucumber

These stainless steel, leak-proof containers are ideal for shaking the ingredients up. Otherwise, Mason jars will work just as well. Shop at Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Just take extra care when shaking glass.  One of my favorite cucumber recipes incorporates chili crisp, and Fly By Jing’s Sichuan chili crisp always delivers the perfect kick—from $10…

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What to Look for in a Crib Mattress

Because all crib mattress components are not typically disclosed, Consumer Reports reached out to all companies to ask them to share all of their mattress materials, including flame retardants, adhesives, and waterproofing. We also followed up with companies using materials that are linked to environmental or human health concerns, asking them to comment on why…

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