Lifestyle

  • Sister Andre, Lucile Randon in the registry of birth, the eldest French and European citizen, sits in a wheelchair, on the eve of her 117th birthday - born on February 11, 1904

    Secrets of People Who Lived Past 100

    The oldest known person in the world died at 118, far exceeding the United Nation’s world life expectancy of 72.98 years. But living past 100 isn’t the rarity it once was. Many exceed the milestone and live a century or…

  • Actor Steve Carell and actress Keira Knightley attend the premiere of "Seeking a Friend for the End of the World" at the 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival

    15 Age Gaps in Movies That Raised Some Eyebrows

    Ah, the May-December romance. Out in the real world, stark age differences between couples can sometimes prompt raised eyebrows, whereas on-screen love interests with decades between them are often forgiven — especially when it’s an older man and a younger woman.…

  • The defrozen raw chicken in the microwave. Selective focus.

    Why You Should (Almost) Never Defrost Meat in the Microwave

    Defrosting a big hunk of meat takes time and patience. But given that those are in short supply for a lot of working people, it can be tempting to defrost meat in the microwave. While there is a right way…

  • A piece of raw steak with binary code on it against a raw steak pattern over bright green.

    12 Dangerous Food Hacks You Should Never Try at Home

    The internet is full of inventive cooking ideas. From innovative products to hacks that save you time in the kitchen, you can learn tons of handy tips. But don’t take everything you see on the internet at face value. These…

  • cooking vegetables in real, rustic kitchen. Natural light, short DOF, a little bit noisy.

    ‘Overpriced and Useless’: Here’s Why Costco Fans Say HexClad Cookware Is Overrated

    HexClad’s product is compelling. The cookware startup is the first company to combine stainless steel with PFOA-free nonstick technology, making for durable, easy-to-clean pots and pans that you can throw in the dishwasher. At least, that’s the sales pitch. Costco…

  • Owner giving sausage to cute dog in kitchen, closeup

    Grapes, Avocados, and 13 Other Things You Should Never Feed Your Dog

    While it might be tempting to share everything with your dogs — including your leftovers — there are certain indulgences that should never be extended to our canine friends. Most pet owners know, for instance, that human medicine and chocolate…