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I thought I was hopeless at interior design. Picking a paint color for my daughter’s room gave me the creative spark I needed.
When I was expecting my first baby, I spent untold hours trying to decorate her nursery. Every time I sat down at the computer to pick out furniture and decor, I’d start strong: I’d find a crib I liked, then try to match it to a wallpaper that seemed to have the same “vibe.” It
I compared Martha Stewart’s and Ina Garten’s apple pie recipes. Only one actually tasted like apple pie.
I can confidently say I never want to bake apple pie again, and I definitely never want to make my own crust again. If you prefer a tangier apple pie, then I’d say Ina Garten’s is the one for you — just make sure you have buckets of flour on deck. If you’re looking for
Russia’s secret plan to supercharge kamikaze drone production
Moscow is moving to expand its capacity to make tens of thousands of the killer drones it deploys in attacks on Ukrainian cities, according to plans from a Russian state company obtained by POLITICO. The expansion of state firm Rosatom’s Alabuga-Volokno factory in Russia’s Tatarstan region would…
I attempted Olive Garden’s Never-Ending Pasta Bowl. It was a reminder of why chains can’t quit bottomless deals.
I paid more for the deal at Olive Garden’s Times Square flagship than most diners would at a typical location, but I still thought it was a good value. My meal, including a soda, a side of Alfredo sauce, tax, and tip, came to $50.64. While pricey for one person, it’s about what I’d expect
You’re Paying $13.53 an Hour to Skip Netflix Ads — and $1.66 on Paramount+
You picked the streaming plan with ads because it was cheaper. Smart move. I’d have done the same. But sometime this year, you started noticing the commercial breaks felt longer. You weren’t imagining it. Ad minutes per hour across the major U.S. streaming services climbed 18% between January and…
I’m 40 With 25 Years to Retire. Ignoring My 401(k) Match Could Cost Me Almost $165,000.
Skipping a 401(k) match at age 40 could cost you more than the amount your employer would have contributed. You also give up potential investment growth on that money during the next 25 years. Missed contributions and earnings can add up to a substantial gap in your retirement savings. How Much…
I’m a CEO who’s rejected tons of AI applications. AI writing isn’t an automatic disqualifier, but there’s a line.
This as-told-to essay is based on conversations with Matt Stauffer, a 41-year-old CEO of Tighten, a programming company. He is based in Atlanta. His words have been edited for length and clarity. I’m the CEO of a small programming company. I recently did my first full round of hiring in the age of…
News outlets Trump banned from White House announce lawsuit
Three news organizations whose journalists were banned from the White House last week are suing President Donald Trump and three top advisers, calling the abrupt lockout a “direct assault on the First Amendment.” POLITICO, CNN and MSNOW said in a joint statement Monday that they are bringing the…
Live Where The Weather Is Great, Invest Where It Isn’t
Ever wonder why Honolulu, Hawaii has the highest median life expectancy of any city in America? Sunshine, moderate temperatures, walkability, and an unhurried pace do wonders for your mental and physical health. As a relatively low-stress guy who doesn’t have to commute to a day job to sit in…
Why Are Sedans Making a Comeback in 2026? Plus 5 Deals for You
With new cars costing more than $50,000 on average and gas prices at more than $4 a gallon, sedans are making a bit of a comeback. The average price of a mid-size sedan in August 2026 was $33,909, compared with $50,315 for a mid-size SUV, according to Cox Automotive. That is a difference of about