Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Combine 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of filtered water in a large jar or French press. Stir, cover, and let it steep at room temperature for 12–24 hours. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter and store the concentrate in the fridge. To serve, dilute with water or milk […]
Shark attacks: Expert’s advice on how to coexist in NZ waters this summer
“It’s just tragic. It’s the worst thing that can happen to a family, a person, or a community,” said shark expert Dr Riley Elliott. “While shark attacks are statistically improbable, they are always tragic and should not be undermined.” Kahukore-Dixon’s death was different from the other recent fatal attacks, as it happened in the remote […]
How to Enjoy a Fulfilling Remote Work Vacation
Woman works on laptop while sitting by the table in front of panoramic window with great view on … [+] mountains. Remote work and escaping to nature concept getty Remote work has taken so much from us – gossip at the water cooler, for example – but it’s given us a lot, too. This summer, […]
NYC Weather: How to beat the summer heat
NEW YORK (WABC) — The Tri-State Area is dealing with a second summer heat wave and an air quality alert. While some face temperatures head-on by sunbathing or going for a run, others look for relief with fire hydrants, beaches, and pools Crotona Pool was packed on Sunday. While there was not a lot of […]
How to avoid ‘Avocado hand’ — a common and serious injury
You’ll want to cut this part from the guacamole recipe. Cutting avocados accounts for about 1 in every 50 knife injuries in America, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Health Behavior. “It’s shocking how many ER department visits are related to avocado hand-cutting injuries,” Matthew E. Rossheim, the lead author […]
Should you use reef-friendly sunscreen on holiday? Here’s how to protect your skin responsibly
Your sun protection could be damaging coral reefs. Here’s what you can do about it. ADVERTISEMENT Sunscreen is essential for shielding your skin from the sun’s harmful rays – both on holiday and at home. But while it protects you, is it harming the environment around you? If you’ve ever lathered up then jumped into […]
How To Prevent Swamp Crotch This Summer
Summer isn’t all sunshine and rainbows: It also comes with an increase in unpleasant body odor and sweat. While underarm sweat can be embarrassing enough when in overdrive during the summer, even worse is the dreaded crotch sweat, aka swamp crotch. You thought pit stains were bad, but have you ever stood up and left […]
Mom shares “how to be a person” camp idea
There’s a wide variety of summer camps out there with activities ranging from classics like bonfires and water balloon fights to the uber niche, ala putting on musicals or prepping for space adventures. Still, even with the plentiful themes in existence, people are calling one mom’s unique but oh-so-practical camp idea pure genius. Kaitlyn Rowe, […]