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For better or worse, nothing defines iOS 26 quite so much as Liquid Glass. Apple’s distinct new design language has been met with praise and criticism, with some users enjoying the refreshed look, and others bemoaning the UI’s issues with visibility and consistency. It seems Apple was similarly of two minds on the update, having toyed around with the exact look of Liquid Glass throughout the iOS 26 beta testing period. The company seemed to be having trouble settling on a specific balance between the design’s glassy effect, which can look really cool, and its overall readability. If buttons are…

Let’s face it—the world of hot dogs isn’t exactly a glamorous one. So when a new hot dog innovation comes along, we’ll admit, we’re always intrigued, but not always optimistic. Hot dogs have long been known as the mystery of the meat world—the one we’re told not to question too closely. These days, there are round hot dogs big enough for burger buns, hot and spicy-flavored franks, and even “notdogs.” And with the debut of stuffed dogs, filled with everything from chili cheese to jalapeño cheddar, things have only gotten, well, more and more suspicious. But when it comes to…

Whether you like walking or running, indoors or out, you need the right shoes. Not all are made alike, so what’s perfect for you completely depends on your go-to exercise routine, gait and general preferences. That’s why I love Hoka shoes—a brand I have tested time and time again. There’s so much attention to detail that you genuinely feel all of the subtle differences between each and every model offered. They’re also one of the most durable brands I have tried—the shoes tend to maintain their quality even after months of constant wear.  All that to say: They’re worth the…

Follow a Mediterranean diet by adding these items to your Aldi shopping list to make healthy eating simple and affordable.Pick up strained (Greek-style) yogurt, olive oil, beans, hummus and veggies for Mediterranean diet-inspired meals.Dietitian-approved Aldi staples deliver protein, fiber and healthy fats on a budget. If you’re looking to eat more foods to add to your Mediterranean diet shopping list, Aldi has plenty of affordable options. That’s why we’ve rounded up 6 dietitian-approved Aldi favorites to make stocking up on nutritious, easy-to-prepare ingredients for a Mediterranean diet easy. 1. Strained (Greek-Style) Yogurt “One of my favorites from Aldi is their…

Maple syrup can be part of a healthy diet that supports weight loss, primarily if it’s used to replace refined sugar, Zenker says. “However, maple syrup itself does not directly cause weight loss,” she says. (And remember that consuming high amounts of added sugars, no matter the type, tends to be linked to weight gain.)In one study, 42 adults who were overweight replaced 5 percent of their total caloric intake from added sugars with maple syrup for eight weeks. Then participants were asked to use an artificially flavored sucrose (table sugar) syrup for another eight weeks.Researchers discovered that the participants…

Minimise the stress of catering for a crowd by prepping these canapé potato bases ahead of a party, then finish on the night with three delicious toppings

Cold plunges and saunas have gained major traction in the wellness world, with celebrities and athletes alike swearing by their benefits. But when it comes to post-workout recovery, one crucial mistake could be slowing your progress—jumping into an ice bath immediately after resistance training. 

If you don’t like Halloween, we can’t be friends. I don’t care whether you celebrate with a drunken costume party, pumpkin carving, door-to-door candy begging, or a more personal observance like watching horror movies alone, but respect must be paid to the awesomest of all holidays. But where did Halloween come from, and how did it end up like the modern holiday we now celebrate?The origins of Halloween are surprisingly slippery. Oct. 31 is next door to a Christian religious holiday, and it’s around “harvest time,” which might generally explain the date, but no one really knows why we put…

Use our recipes for polenta, potato or toast canapé bases to make these celeriac remoulade canapés. They make perfect party nibbles to serve a crowd

Whether it’s compiling a stash of your favorite Halloween candy or piling your plate high with stuffing, one of the best things about the -ber months is, arguably, the food. And, because food is intertwined with memory and emotion, it’s not surprising that many people have strong opinions about which dishes to serve during the holidays. I’ll go first: No Thanksgiving table spread is complete without green bean casserole. I’d happily pass on stuffing, mashed potatoes, even corn pudding. But hot, cheesy, umami-packed legumes? That’s a non-negotiable for me. Creamy, crunchy, and impossibly filling, green bean casserole is the unsung…