The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Simplemost may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer’s website. Emily Blunt and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson are teaming up for a new superhero movie. Called “Ball and Chain,” … Read more

Ask people where they intend to go first when social distancing measures are lifted and many of them are likely to mention the hair salon. Barred from getting their regular haircuts, a lot of people have fallen into two camps — either they look like Cousin Itt (me) or they’ve decided that now is the … Read more

I admit it: There are two different versions of me when it comes to being a parent. One of them is the version I like the world to see: funny, calm and creative — the mom who throws together a mini-production of “Les Miserables,” using an old red beret and broom, followed by hot chocolate, … Read more

You may have heard of the “man cave,” or a special room in the house (or garage) that a man can have completely to himself. Similarly, women have created their own version called “she-sheds.” These private spaces allow both men and women to relax and unwind in peace, like going on a retreat on your … Read more

An organization in New York City is working on an out-of-the-box idea to bring life back to one of the city’s most iconic gathering places that’s been sitting eerily empty for months. With no Major League Baseball games scheduled to be played in the foreseeable future, MASC Hospitality Group, a New York-based events organizer, saw … Read more

While heading to a community beach or pool is one of the best ways to celebrate summer, chances are we’ll all find ourselves spending more time at home than in years past. You could, of course, get your own pool — or opt for an alternative like a plunge pool or a stock tank pool if you’re … Read more

In early April, just a few days before Easter Sunday, the prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, made a reassuring declaration: The tooth fairy and the Easter Bunny were essential workers and would not be giving up their posts or working from home during the pandemic. “You’ll be pleased to know that we consider … Read more

Stonehenge, the enormous stone circle that stands on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, is one of the world’s most recognizable monuments. Every year, visitors from across the globe flock to the site, and the first day of summer (also known as the summer solstice) is the busiest time. When the sun creeps up over the … Read more

After moving to drive-thru only for most of their locations following the initial outbreaks of the coronavirus, Starbucks has now reopened more than 85 percent of their company-operated stores across the country. The coffeehouse chain expects to have more than 90 percent of stores open by early June, and they’ve adopted new hours and protocols … Read more

The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Simplemost may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer’s website. Plant “parents” and would-be plant killers alike are in love with succulents. The former can nurse them into glory … Read more