West Eleventh residences, a luxury building in downtown Miami slated to break ground this summer, promises “endless indulgences.” It will feature an entertainment center, food hall, and a resort pool with private lounges—no amenity is spared. But these condos are designed to lure more than just Miami residents. The tower is part of a new…
A cup of cooked buckwheat has 4 grams of fiber. Much of it is the soluble type, which may help reduce cholesterol levels. It’s also rich in resistant starch. This form of carbohydrate is similar to fiber in that it isn’t digested, so it doesn’t raise blood sugar (glucose), and it acts as a prebiotic,…
A virtual private network (VPN) is like a protective tunnel, keeping your data safe from prying eyes. Whether you’re worried about the open network at your local coffee shop or want to get around geo-restrictions when you’re traveling, NordVPN can help. VPNs aren’t perfect protection (you need to trust your VPN provider), but they’re always…
If you’re planning a week of cooking pasta—or you like to take long showers—window condensation could turn your home into a steamy greenhouse. Once again, dish soap is your soldier. “Condensation on windows can lead to mold growth, dampness, and general discomfort in your home,” Brown says. “One effective but unusual remedy is using dish…
CR’s advice for anchoring furniture has always been: Find the stud. Don’t just anchor it into a hollow stretch of drywall, even with those expanding plastic plugs that are specifically meant for this wall material. Those are fine for hanging art because it pulls against the anchor only with a downward force. But they won’t…
1. Don’t put hot items in the fridge right away. If you put food on the glass shelves when it’s still piping hot, the shelves could break. The hot items might also raise the temperature inside your fridge. That could put a burden on the compressor because it has to run longer to bring the…
Start in leaf blower mode, and corral the bulk of your leaves into a large pile. (For tips, check out CR’s clever strategies for dealing with leaves.) After that, you can jump over to vacuum mode. For some models, that’s as easy as flipping a switch from “blow” to “vacuum.” Others might require you to…
What celebrates Freedom so much as buying stuff? Never mind, don’t answer that. But REI is having a Fourth of July sale, which means if you’ve just discovered that your backpack straps or camp chairs have rotted away, it’s time to stock up on hiking and camping essentials without paying full price. Several other retailers…
I evaluated my top diaper bag picks below based on comfort, functionality, style, and size. I sought to answer questions for every mom who texted me my recommendation as a “veteran parent,” including the best diaper bags for both parents, the best changing mat, diaper bags with accessible pockets, the best style and fabrics, and…
Before you shop for an induction cooktop or range, consider your budget and your cooking habits. Here’s what you need to know. Induction cooking feels very different from cooking with gas. Some avid cooks really love cooking on a flame and the immediate visual feedback they get from it at the turn of a knob….