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July 22, 2026
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How to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh
A fresh-smelling home starts with consistent cleaning, proper ventilation, and eliminating odors at their source. Regularly vacuuming, mopping, washing fabrics, cleaning pet areas, and maintaining kitchen appliances help prevent unpleasant smells. Improving …
AA Environmentally Safe Cleaning
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6 Common Mistakes Making Your Porch Feel Much Hotter This Summer
The article highlights six common porch design mistakes that can make outdoor spaces feel unbearably hot during summer. Homeowners often …
New Decor Trends
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This Popular Paint Color Is Starting to Feel Dated
Designers say the once-popular “millennial gray” paint trend is starting to feel outdated in modern homes. While gray became a …
Good Housekeeping
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10 Keys to a Well-Functioning House
The article highlights 10 essential principles for creating a comfortable and efficient home, emphasizing that good design goes beyond appearance. …
Houzz
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Strategies to Protect Your Home from Fire
Homeowners can reduce fire risks by making smart upgrades that improve a property’s resistance to flames, heat, and embers. The …
Family Handyman
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The 5 Yard Features That Annoy Your Neighbors the Most
According to a Thumbtack survey, five yard features can frustrate neighbors and hurt curb appeal. The study found that excessive …
Apartment Therapy
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15 Forgotten Old House Features We’d Bring Back in a Heartbeat
The article highlights old-house features that deserve a comeback because they combine charm, practicality, and timeless design. The article explores …
Bob Vila
Cartoon
"I found a 12-bedroom egg carton in you price range, Mr. Dumpty."
Copyright © Randy Glasbergen
The day was Jul 24. What year was it?
Machu Picchu Discovered
What Year
American archeologist Hiram Bingham gets his first look at Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca settlement in Peru that is now one of the world's top tourist destinations.
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Quote of the Week
"It ain't over 'till it's over."
Yogi Berra
Trivia
What do the initials S.O.S. stand for in the brand of steel-wool soap pads marketed under that name?
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