CNN underscored | This tool makes me want to clean for hours, but it works so well I don’t need to

It might be an unpopular opinion, but I actually like cleaning. There’s something so satisfying about wiping crumbs off a counter or vacuuming up a mess, and the instant gratification scratches an itch deep within my Virgo brain. But there are some deep-cleaning tasks that even I choose to ignore until the grime becomes so unsightly I can’t bear it anymore, like scrubbing down the cracks and crevices in my bathroom. —read more—

HGTV | 40 Stunningly Ways to Landscape Around a Swimming Pool

Transform your basic swimming hole into a serene retreat with these creative pool landscaping ideas. Discover how to incorporate low-maintenance plants, hedges, rocks, and more to elevate your pool design while keeping upkeep minimal. —read more—

HGTV | Inexpensive DIY Outdoor Kitchen Ideas

Cook up the outdoor kitchen of your dreams with our easy, low-cost DIY projects. —read more—

Charles Schwab | How to Freeze Your Credit—and Why It Matters

You may have gotten that dreaded letter in the mail saying your information has been stolen in a data breach. It’s happened to me, and will probably happen again, as more and more identity thieves get access to our information. There were 2,850 data breaches involving more than one billion victims in 2024, according to a report by the Identity Theft Resource Center. And scammers stole over $1 trillion dollars globally in 2024, according to a report by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance.

So, when you get that letter or email about a data breach, don’t ignore it. Take it seriously—and take action. One of the first things you should do to protect yourself is freeze your credit. —read more—

HGTV | 20 Cool Beach Houses With Curb Appeal

These summery homes from coast to coast are loaded with inspiring ideas. Take the ultimate beach house curb appeal tour with HGTV Magazine! —see more—

F1 | What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix?

After the competitive order closed up in Miami, the teams and drivers are preparing for another unpredictable round at the Canadian Grand Prix – and tyre suppliers Pirelli have confirmed the compounds available across the Sprint weekend.

There have been no changes to the allocation since last time out in Miami, when the softest compounds in the range were on offer with the C3 as the hard, C4 as the medium and C5 as the soft tyre. —read more—

HGTV Inspiration | 50 Beautiful Backyard Landscaping Ideas From HGTV Shows and Pros

Looking for some ideas to fix a boring backyard? See these backyard landscaping ideas that include solutions for small backyards and hillsides. —read more—

CNN Politics | Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible

US officials suspect Iranian hackers are behind a series of breaches of systems that monitor the amount of fuel in storage tanks serving gas stations in multiple states, according to multiple sources briefed on the activity.

The hackers responsible have exploited automatic tank gauge (ATG) systems that were sitting online and unprotected by passwords, allowing them in some cases to tinker with display readings on the tanks but not the actual levels of fuel in them, the sources said. —read more—

HGTV | 38 Cute Doormats You Need for Summer

At my house, it’s not really summer without a decorative doormat. The cute patterns and cheeky text are a quintessential part of the season, helping to brighten our basic stoop and encourage sunny attitudes. (You think I’m kidding, but our neighbors can’t help but laugh every time they see our punny welcome mat.)

So what’s my secret? I know where to look — and since some things are too good not to share, I’m giving you the scoop. Keep scrolling to see 38 showstoppers that you can snag just in time for the dog days of summer. —read more —

The Weather Channel This US Beach Is The Only One To Make World’s Top 50

The annual ranking of the world’s best beaches is out for 2026, and the best beach in the U.S. may not be where you expect it.