COUNTERPOINT No Thanks, I’ll Just Take My Freedoms For Granted Until They Disappear Um, I’m not. Sorry if that makes me sound like a dick. I’m not against the First Amendment or anything. If someone said I could, like, erase the First Amendment right now, I’d say “no” in two seconds. It’s just that the […]
Wealthy Los Angeles residentsincluding billionaire developer Rick Carusoare facing backlash for hiring $2,000-an-hour private firefighters. The Palisades Fire in California, USA, has engulfed parts of affluent neighborhoods, forcing thousands to evacuate, with critics accusing the rich of prioritizing their assets over community needs. Highlights Wealthy LA residents faced backlash for hiring $2,000/hour private firefighters. Critics […]
Bird flu has been around for a long time, but a major U.S. outbreak of H5N1, ongoing since March 2024, has raised concern for a wider spread that will affect more than just birds. Also at risk: indoor cats, who are highly susceptible to the virus and likely to experience severe illness if infected. Several […]
Although hydrangeas are relatively hardy plants, some hydrangeas are more cold-sensitive than others and they may not bloom if their flower buds are damaged by extreme cold and harsh winter winds. However, by adding a bit of winter protection and providing hydrangeas with the winter carethey need, you can avoid flower bud loss and maximize […]
We may earn a commission from links on this page. According to the Insurance Information Institute, two of the most common reasons for insurance claims are fire and water damage. While it’s difficult (if not impossible) to predict or defend against natural disasters, there are new smart tools that help protect against man-made disasters like […]
With winter comes frost and freezing temperatures. While many plants are winter-hardy, others can be damaged by as little as one night of frost. Learn how to protect plants from frost with simple techniques like timed irrigation or more permanent solutions like greenhouses and heat banks. How Frost Damages Plants When temperatures reach freezing or […]
Scraping snow off your windshield on a cold winter morning may seem like the 7th circle of hell for some. And in an effort to save herself the hassle of having to do this, TikToker Abbey Clare (@abbeyclare_) got creative. Featured Video She surmised that simply placing a cover on her windshield that stopped snow […]
Most homes aren’t prepared for extreme weather, whether it be strong winds, flooding, wildfires, or other events. Luckily, there are some renovations you can do to prepare your home for extreme weather and increase its odds of weathering the storm. Below, we’ve listed all the home updates you need to make to protect your home […]
Roses provide the yard with a beautiful pop of color in the summer, so it is important to give them all the winter protection they need to ensure they’re ready to bloom once more come spring. Frosts and freezes pose challenges, but a number of solutions exist to provide you with a way to beat […]
