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When selecting your seating options, pillows, and other forms of outdoor decor, remember to keep the weather in mind. You’ll want to choose furnishings with attractive finishes that will hold up in the elements. Don’t be afraid to mix prints and patterns when it comes to decorating, too. A good rule of thumb to remember is the more your outdoor space feels like your style (rather than the taste of someone else), the more likely you are to use it....

Stargazing apps can not only help you identify constellations, stars, and planets in real time, they can also alert you of upcoming astronomy events, whether its a lunar eclipse or a meteor shower. Here are a few of our favorite free and paid options to download, plus tips and tricks for getting the most out of each app. Tips and tricks: Set up notifications for upcoming sighting opportunities (visible passes for the International Space Station), and use the Sky View feature to pinpoint your favorite stars or planets....

The study, which compiled recent data from Instacart and 1,000 American shoppers, found that 86 percent of Americans shop in bulk at least moderately often. Additionally, while personal care items yielded the highest savings when purchased in bulk—approximately $6.37 per unit—meat and breads/grains weren’t far behind, with a per unit savings of $4.67 and $3.43, respectively. When it comes to specific food items, as opposed to general grocery categories, certain types of fish fillets boast impressive savings, as do select cuts of chicken and pantry staples such as brown rice, walnuts, and minced garlic....

Here’s my go-to method (this yields about 11 cups popcorn): Heat 3 tablespoons canola, vegetable, or coconut oil in a large, lidded saucepan over medium-high heat. (Avoid olive oil, which will smoke when heated over a high flame.) Add 3 popcorn kernels and wait for them to pop, about 30 seconds. (This lets you know when the oil is hot enough to pop the remaining kernels). Add ½ cup kernels, cover the pot with a lid, and gently but continuously shake the pot, allowing the kernels to pop but not burn....

But for all the good it does, retinol can irritate the skin. When using it for the first time, start with a low percentage and work your way up steadily. “Don’t stop immediately if a little sensitivity occurs, as it can take your skin cells a couple of weeks to adapt,” says Ewoma Ukeleghe , MD, a board-certified dermatologist in London. “If it’s extremely uncomfortable, use only once a week or switch to the lowest concentration you can find....

But as proper protein consumption continues to rise as a nutrition priority, so too does plant-based eating. And with the increased interest in plant-focused diets, like veganism, vegetarianism, flexitarianism, comes a renewed focus on protein—a nutrient primarily available in animal meat and products. How can you up your plant intake without spoiling your required protein intake? Are you getting enough protein every day? What even is enough protein—and what high-protein foods can help you get there?...

Made of bamboo viscose, the bed sheets have a knack for wicking away moisture along with a lightweight feel that’s comfortable to sleep in. The “cool to the touch” bamboo sheets are also super breathable, allowing air to flow through unlike other materials that trap heat in, making you sweat. And if you’re too hot through the night, you’re missing out on precious Zzz’s. To buy: From $50; amazon.com. While traditional cotton sheets are breathable, too, this set from Cosy House Collection feels ultra-soft and even silky, per shoppers....

While safety should remain a priority, there are still ways to be festive and follow the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines. Whether you are planning a birthday party, an adult rendezvous, or a little something for yourself, you should keep the party small—10 or fewer people would be safest. Definitely host the event outdoors, weather-permitting, because the fresh air should help mitigate the spread of germs (as will wearing masks)....

The store known for its elevated basics just dropped three new essentials designed to help shoppers dress for every occasion. Everlane’s latest collection includes a tailored trench coat, an oversized blazer, and a pair of wide-legged slouchy pants—each available in a few neutral solid colors and a punchy gingham print. The blazer and pants come in sizes 00 to 16 and the trench sizes range from XXS to XL. To buy: From $175; everlane....

What Is Moringa? Known as the “Miracle Tree,” Moringa oleifera, a highly cultivable tree native to India, has been used as a sustainable resource for malnutrition around the world due to its bountiful nutrient composition. The powder is made by grinding the harvested and dried leaves of the moringa tree. Though the powder has recently entered the limelight, it has been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties and health benefits in many parts of Asia and Africa....

Let’s start with the basics. How Is Bourbon Made? Bourbon and whisky are both made from a grain mash, with corn constituting at least 51 percent of the mashbill for bourbon, according to Potter. The grain is then milled, mashed, and fermented. At Maker’s Mark, they add a proprietary strain of yeast that has been passed down from generation to generation within the Samuels family. So, what exactly happens during the fermentation process?...