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Thanks to modern technology, you don’t usually need to separate your laundry—though it can still be beneficial in certain cases.

Yes, you should clean your washing machine monthly. Here's how.

Want to live in a really pet-friendly city? Head to Tucson, Arizona.

Unless you have a dishwasher with a self-cleaning filter, you should do this kitchen chore roughly every two months. Here’s how.

Trying to find an affordable house in Vermont or New Jersey is tough right now, but those aren’t the only states in the U.S. where home prices are on the rise.

Finally—a summer activity that doesn't require you to go outside.

If you’re hoping to pass on your love of nature to the next generation, you may be inclined to choose a name rooted in the natural world. Oliver, Olivia, Violet, and Rowan are all top contenders.

Unfortunately, those blooms you clipped from your home garden or snagged from a local farmer’s market won’t last forever.

Where you live definitely affects how much you can potentially make, as certain states have higher average incomes than others.

Overwhelmed at the prospect of doing a deep clean of your home? Don’t be: These tips and tricks will help the task feel manageable.

The Institute of Culinary Education has developed a foolproof recipe for tender, cakey scones.

Hawaii, Florida, and California are home to some of the most popular—and most crowded—beaches in the U.S.