The changing role of the housewife
The term "housewife" may sound rather outdated in the 21st century, but there was a time when the description applied to millions of women around the world, those whose main responsibility was running or managing the family home, caring for children, buying, cooking, and storing food, and doting on their husbands. Well, that should really be responsibilities plural, shouldn't it? Click through the following gallery and take a look at how the role of the housewife has changed over the last few hundred years, particularly in the 20th and 21st centuries.
2024-02-28T13:24:35Z
Grooming and self-care tips for men
Nowadays, men are much more open to talking about wellness, in what's been a big cultural shift. Taking the time to groom and focus on self-care is a must for human beings, in spite of modern, stressful lifestyles. It can be hard to find time to practice well-being, but the small things we do to look after ourselves day to day can make a big difference. Although some things take only a few minutes, added together over time, these grooming and self-care tips can help build better confidence, and improve how we feel about ourselves. In addition, they aid us in making decisions about how we show up in the world, in our work, and in our relationships. And, yes, this means men, too! Curious? Click on the following gallery to discover top grooming and self-care tips for men.
2024-01-23T08:02:23Z
These Insanely Helpful Garden Plants Keep the Mosquitoes Away
Say goodbye to the outdoor pests. Bugs come with the territory when you’re outdoors, but some are more tolerable than others. If it feels like mosquitoes are invading your yard, it’s understandable to want to do what you can to get rid of them. Enter mosquito repellent plants. Here’s the thing: Experts say that the best way to keep mosquitoes at bay is to use personal repellents recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But if you want to go a more natural route, you may be interested in selecting certain plants—they’re just not necessarily guaranteed to work as well as a spray. “The idea that planting certain plants around your home will successfully repel mosquitoes is only supported by anecdotal evidence and not empirical evidence,” says Eva Buckner, Ph.D., assistant professor and state extension specialist at the University of Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory. It’s important to note, though, that there is some evidence that certain plants may help discourage certain mosquitoes from setting up camp in your yard—they just don’t work as well as a chemical or spray. If it feels like your outdoor space is a haven to mosquitoes, it’s a good idea to “eliminate mosquito breeding grounds on and around your property by draining standing water from flowerpots, birdbaths, grill covers, baby pools, and other sources,” says Jim Fredericks, Ph.D., board-certified entomologist and senior vice president of public affairs at the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Using a small fan outside may also help keep mosquitoes away since “they are not strong flyers,” Fredericks says. But if you like the look and smell of certain plants and want to see if they keep the mosquitoes away, too, there’s no reason not to try them. These are the plants fans swear are most likely to help get rid of mosquitoes. Snap up one or a few to enhance your outdoor space.
2023-06-26T20:04:01Z
Things you should never Google
As the saying goes, curiosity killed the cat. Sometimes it's better to stay ignorant about certain things. Things that do not really bring anything good to our lives, other than disgust, confusion, and maybe even paranoia. It used to be a lot easier. All you had to do was avoid a topic. If need be, you just wouldn't watch TV or read the newspaper for a bit. But everything changed in the digital age. Most information is just a click away, which is both a blessing—and a curse. While search engines such as Google make our lives easier, they can also present us with search results for questions we shouldn't even be asking. In this gallery you'll find a list of things you should never, ever search on Google. We know how hard it is to resist, but trust us on this one. While these Google searches will not kill you, they'll potentially disturb you, make you sick, and even get you arrested. You've been warned.
2024-01-13T11:01:57Z
Gargoyles and other grotesques in architecture
Derived from the Old French gargouille, meaning "throat," the term gargoyle was first used to describe carved lions and spouts on ancient classical buildings. Gargoyles were designed to carry rainwater away from a building to protect the masonry from water damage. Today, a gargoyle's function remains exactly that. Chimera or grotesques, on the other hand, are ornamental-only sculptures. What they have in common, though, is that these Gothic-era effigies represent some of the ugliest and most bizarrely formed works of art ever created. Indeed, a few are truly disturbing in their appearance. They are typically found on the facades of churches and cathedrals, but can also be admired—or disliked—on the walls of universities, clock towers, and other civic buildings. So, where in the world can you see the wackiest, weirdest, and most alarming examples of this often devilish artform? Click through and come face to face with some mystical and sometimes sinister-looking sculptures.
2024-03-21T17:23:10Z
Sankashti Chaturthi April 2024: Date, Moonrise Time, Shubh Muhurat, Significance And Puja Vidhi Of Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi
Sankashti Chaturthi is a sacred fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Hindus commemorate Sankashti Chaturthi on the fourth day, or Chaturthi, of the waning moon, or Krishna Paksha. The meaning of the phrase Sankashti is "deliverance from difficulties," and it is believed that Lord Ganesha removes all barriers and problems. Sankashti Chaturthi, then, refers to the fourth day of the lunar calendar, which helps individuals overcome adversity. This year,...
2024-04-25T10:03:45Z
The fascinating histories behind the world's favorite dog breeds
Dogs have been man's best friend for an estimated 29,000 years, ever since they were first domesticated from an ancient and extinct species of canine closely related to wolves. Since then, dogs have been put to work, worshipped as deities, relegated to lives as royal playthings, and have met all sorts of other fates. Eventually, humans began selectively breeding dogs to fit the needs of their time in history and place on Earth. Today, there are 360 officially recognized distinct breeds of dogs, of all shapes, sizes, and temperaments. Want to learn the story of your favorite breed? Then read on!
2024-03-22T10:24:31Z