Lifestyle

4 dishwasher DIYs homeowners should be doing

HomeServe reports four essential DIYs for dishwasher maintenance: clean filters, unclog spray arms, sanitize the interior, and prevent moisture damage.

When no medical treatment existed for their children, these fathers built one

Kivo reports on fathers who, faced with rare diseases affecting their children and lacking treatment options, founded companies to develop therapies themselves.

The long-distance family: How American relatives stay close when they live thousands of miles apart

Spokeo reports on how long-distance American families maintain connections through regular video calls, group chats, and annual reunions despite geographic separation.

DIY or don't? How to know when to call a professional for home renovations

TheZebra.com reports many homeowners are opting for DIY renovations to save money, but 70% face issues, often needing professional help.

Americans say they love leftovers. So why do they keep throwing them away?

Frigidaire reports that while 86% of Americans love leftovers, 74% waste them weekly, often forgetting them or fearing spoilage.

Self-care for kids: 6 ways to self-regulate

Understood reports six self-care strategies for kids to enhance emotional regulation, including mindfulness techniques, play breaks, and creative expression.

Same state, different city: Where locals and out-of-staters choose to move

moveBuddha reports a divide in preferred moving destinations within states, as locals prioritize practicality while newcomers seek lifestyle appeal.

Get away every day: How to style your rooms like a vacation retreat

Houzz reports on transforming home spaces into vacation havens with design ideas inspired by Bali, Italy, Nantucket, and Florida for a relaxing atmosphere.

9 ways to find a long-lost family member (and what to do when you actually find them)

Spokeo reports nine effective methods for finding long-lost family members, emphasizing the importance of preparation, ethical considerations, and handling reunions sensitively.

How to spot early signs of a roof leak before it spreads

AmeriPro Roofing reports that early detection of roof leaks can save homeowners significant repair costs, with signs including water stains, peeling paint, and musty odors.

40 baby names that have actually been banned

Stacker scoured hundreds of baby name databases and news releases to curate a list of baby names that are illegal somewhere in the world, along with explanations for why they're banned.

10 best fast-food chains in America, based on customer satisfaction ratings

Stacker ranked the top fast-food brands based on their customer satisfaction score, as calculated by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

The #1 BBQ restaurant in 50 major US cities, according to Yelp data

Stacker compiled a list of the best BBQ restaurants in 50 major cities from Yelp.

If you have one of these 50 popular names, you're almost certainly a millennial

Stacker rounded up the top 25 names for boys and girls born in the millennial generation. It also looks at fun facts about each name including why it was popular and notes celebrities and characters with the moniker.

50 classic books that almost every American had to read in high school

Stacker looks at 50 classics from (almost) everyone's high school's required reading list.

The best burger joint in 50 major US cities, according to Yelp user reviews

Stacker compiled a list of the best burger restaurants in 50 major cities from Yelp.

30 foods and drinks most people don't realize are banned in America

Stacker explores snacks and other food items banned in the U.S. From tasty cheeses to the famed Scottish dish haggis, these 30 foods aren't welcome in most of the United States.

Can you solve these real 'Jeopardy!' clues about American history?

Grab your buzzers! Stacker has prepared the ultimate "Jeopardy!" quiz about American history, based upon clues from the hit game show.

50 recipes you can actually make with just 3 ingredients

Stacker scoured AllRecipes.com for 50 three-ingredient recipes you can make for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, even if it's been weeks since your last grocery run.

The 25 worst human foods you should never give your dog—and 25 that you can

We love our "fur babies," but we can't always feed them the same thing we are eating—no matter how much they beg. Stacker looks at 50 different foods to determine which are safe for your dog and which are not.