Zip n Store is a storage solution that turns seal-top storage bags into a practical means of food management. Zip n Store also rescues those zippered pre-packaged foods (think shredded cheese) from that pile in your crisper drawer and lets you organize them like books on a shelf. If you’re into food prep, plastic storage bags are glanceable, convenient, and also preserve food longer Continue reading “The Zip n Store Is a Slide-Out Organizer For Ziploc Bags In The Fridge” »
A photographer captured the moment a squirrel stopped to smell a daisy
Even the tiniest creatures can lead exciting lives and once captured on camera, viewers get intimate insights into their lives in the wild.
Squirrels, for instance, have been caught on camera by many photographers in funny, sweet, and even dangerous moments. Dick van Dujin, gives the public the sweetest wildlife photo, capturing a squirrel in the very moment of smelling a flower and inhaling its sweet scent. Continue reading “A photographer captured the moment a squirrel stopped to smell a daisy” »
Maps of What the Earth Would Look Like If All Ice Melted
The melting of ice caps and global warming is the biggest environmental threats humankind is facing in these modern times.
What would happen if all the ice would melt and raise the sea levels? Continue reading “Maps of What the Earth Would Look Like If All Ice Melted” »
Two new mammals discovered in Australia
Two new species of greater glider, a cat-size marsupial that lives in the forests of Australia, have been discovered Down Under after scientists ran DNA tests on new tissue samples of the animals. A new study published in Nature’s public access Scientific Reports journal details the findings. Continue reading “Two new mammals discovered in Australia” »
Edible Flower Pressed Shortbread Cookies
Shortbread cookies are delicious, but shortbread cookies with flower décor are extraordinary. Loria Stern, a baker from Montecito makes the most beautiful shortbread cookies which she decorates with handpicked edible flowers.
Some of the flowers and herbs are grown in her garden and others require a trip to the farmer’s market where she selects them piece by piece. The idea first came to life when Stern was asked to bake desserts for a friend’s party that had a “Flower Power” theme as a homage to Georgia O’Keeffe. Continue reading “Edible Flower Pressed Shortbread Cookies” »
Adorable Baby Elephant Gets Caught Eating Sugarcane, Tries To Hide Behind A Narrow Light Pole
Around 2,000 elephants are living in the wild in Thailand, and one of them made headlines this week. A baby elephant was captured on camera in Chiang Mai, north Thailand, committing the cheekiest “crime” ever—the playful elephant was apparently feasting on some sugarcanes in a farmer’s field when approached by local people. In order not to get caught, Continue reading “Adorable Baby Elephant Gets Caught Eating Sugarcane, Tries To Hide Behind A Narrow Light Pole” »
Texas Students Build Tiny Homes For Homeless Veterans
Students at a Texas high school recently completed construction of their second tiny home, which will be donated to a homeless military veteran.
Teens at Kingwood Park High School unveiled the house Monday, the latest structure from the Students Helping Veterans program. Continue reading “Texas Students Build Tiny Homes For Homeless Veterans” »
7-Year-Old Boy Uses Birthday Money To Help Homeless On Thanksgiving
A 7-year-old boy from Houston used his birthday money to help feed the homeless on Thanksgiving.
Dylan Virtudazo’s birthday party was canceled in August due to the coronavirus pandemic, so he received some cash instead. Initially unsure how to spend it, he came up with the idea when his teachers asked students about their plans for Thanksgiving, Continue reading “7-Year-Old Boy Uses Birthday Money To Help Homeless On Thanksgiving” »
The Margaritaville Tahiti Frozen Concoction Maker
With three independent blending stations, the Tahiti offers the ultimate in frozen drink making for your biggest bash, blending a variety of restaurant-quality frozen drinks at the press of a button. Pick your favorite from six automated drink settings, programmed to shave just the right amount of ice and blend the perfect Margaritas, Daiquiris, Coladas, Mudslides, Mojitos and Smoothies. Continue reading “The Margaritaville Tahiti Frozen Concoction Maker” »