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5 Soothing Scents That Will Help You Sleep Better at Night
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A Simple Guide to How Much Mulch You Need for Your Garden

Fresh Picks
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10 Clever Storage Hacks to Hide Your Bulky Winter Clothes—Starting at $14
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Katie Holmes’ On-Trend Spring Jacket Is Exactly What Your Closet Needs
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Michael Kors Handbags Are Massively Marked Down on Amazon—Starting From $78

Signs of Spring
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11 Cute Spring Pedicure Ideas to Welcome Sandal Season
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The 'Chaos Gardening' Method Is Perfect for Lazy Gardeners
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It's Hummingbird Migration Season—This Interactive Map Shows When They'll Be in Your Area
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The Best Time to Plant Pansies for Vibrant Spring Blooms
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This Fan-Favorite Ice Cream Sandwich Is Finally Back at Aldi—Just in Time for Warmer Weather

Get Organized
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5 Simple Changes to Keep Your Bedroom Tidy Every Day

Eat Well
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Chia Seeds vs. Flax Seeds: Which Superfood Is Healthier?
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7 Lunch Ideas That Promote Better Gut Health and Digestion
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11 Healthy Sweet Snacks for When You Want a Little Treat

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Gardening Guide
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Where Do Hydrangeas Grow Best? Experts Share the Sweet Spot
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8 Fast-Growing Perennials for a Stunning Garden in No Time
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8 Gardening Habits That Are Ruining Your Plants, According to a Horticulturist
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10 Fast-Growing Trees That Will Give Your Home Natural Privacy
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How to Grow a Lush, Green Lawn From Seed—Fast
Pink Hydrangeas and Purple Lilacs in a Garden Bed in Summer
14 Plants You Should Never Grow Next to Hydrangeas
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We Tested 83 Cordless Vacuums: Here Are the 5 Best for Every Budget
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These Air Purifiers Are The Ones That Actually Kept Our Air Clean
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Is Your Iron on Its Last Leg? It’s Time to Try One of the 5 Best Clothes Steamers Instead

Healthy Living
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Scientists Pinpoint the Age When Your Brain Declines the Fastest

Fresh Beauty & Style
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10 Gorgeous April Nail Colors for a Fresh, Spring-Ready Look
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 26: Rihanna attends her immersive beauty event in honor of Fenty Beauty's newest product launch, Soft'lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation at 7th Street Studios on April 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage)
Rihanna's New Lob Cut Is Giving Us All Short Hair Envy
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10 Cool Korean Nail Trends That Will Have You Running to the Nail Salon
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Lindsay Lohan’s New Almond Milk Hair Is the Chicest Color Refresh for Spring
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Selena Gomez's Favorite Nail Polish Is the Perfect Summer Red
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Neon Reflective Watercolor Nails Are the Coolest Look You'll See This Spring

Dinner Ideas
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14 Spring Dinner Ideas That Make the Most of Fresh, In-Season Produce
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How to Cook Steak That Tastes Like It Came From a Fancy Restaurant
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7 Healthy 30-Minute Meals for Every Day of the Week