Taking inspiration from the various shades of green that have proven popular decade after decade, Benjamin Moore has named Webster Green (HC-130) its 2027 Color of the Year. A deep hue reminiscent of vivid forests and historical homes, Webster Green is a versatile color that evokes a traditional feel while maintaining its freshness.
The best waffle maker is a small kitchen appliance that’s equal parts consistent and convenient. It produces a crisp outer crust and a fluffy interior time and time again, proving waffles aren’t reserved for hotel lobbies and fancy brunches. Plus, it’s an excuse to quote an iconic donkey long after the joke gets old.
The staggering rise of AI has become a political flashpoint, especially when it comes to the data centers needed to train and operate it.
As the industry booms, many people are increasingly worried about the environmental impacts of these hulking buildings, from their seemingly insatiable demand for water and energy, to the heat and noise they produce.
Nearly 90% of Americans say they’re more concerned than excited about the rise of AI data centers, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS in September.
Parenting requires a lot of learning on the job. Raising a 7-year-old, I’ve benefited enormously from the wisdom of teachers, psychologists and other caregivers who have taught me ways to navigate a minefield of tantrums and meltdowns.
The more I learn about how to help a little kid through big feelings, the more I realize I need these strategies as much as my son does.
Adults often get so wrapped up in the demands of everyday life that we don’t recognize when we’re struggling emotionally, Dr. Jessi Gold, chief wellness officer for the University of Tennessee System and associate professor of psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences in Memphis, told me. “We are really focused on the task, not the person doing the task.”
The homeowners of this 1911 townhouse in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood requested a high-end and sophisticated look that wasn’t too formal or ornate, so Alison focused on open spaces, refined use of lighting and custom fireplaces. The renovated kitchen features gray granite countertop offset by rich dark wood for the island’s lower section, brass fixtures in matte finish and open shelving. Distinctive brass sconces on either side of the vent hood add warmth to a space that otherwise may have felt stark.