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They say Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and it’s hard to argue with that sentiment! It’s a time of family, color and celebration, and there are always many telltale signs that the festive season is in the air. Inside the house there are stockings, Christmas trees and decorations, but on doors and walls outside you will often see a cheerful Christmas wreath. Designing your own one can be lots of fun, but first one would need to learn how to draw a Christmas wreath....

David Chang might be a Michelin-starred chef and founder of Momofuku, but even the culinary superstar admits that mistakes occur in his home cooking adventures. “This summer there was one day where I cut myself twice in the kitchen,” says Chang to Men’s Journal. The restaurateur has found himself cooking at home more often these days, even before quarantine, with the birth of his son Hugo. “The way I prepare food for my family is completely different than how I go about it at work....

Frogs are creatures that come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, with some being big and kind of gross looking and some being smaller and really cute. No matter what type of frog you may be looking at, one thing that you can count on is that frogs can come in all kinds of bright and beautiful colors. From ones that are shades of brown to poisonous frogs that are bright reds and yellows, no colors are off limits!...

When it comes to backcountry stoves, there are a plethora of options out there. You have the larger, expedition-style stoves on one hand and ultralight, pocket-sized burners on the other. For bikepacking, small and lighter is better, but it’s not always easier. The smaller burners usually use a very small tripod or even just the fuel canister itself as support, which can lead to more than just spilled milk and justified tears....

While many people look forward to warm Summer days, when the hottest days of the season roll around it can start to become quite uncomfortable! Luckily, there are a few ways to stay cool when the heatwaves start coming, and one of the best ways is to enjoy a cold beverage with some ice cubes inside of it. While they have quite a simple shape to them, you may be surprised to discover that learning how to draw an ice cube isn’t always so easy!...

Kool-Aid: 19 Facts About The Popular Drink Facebook By Malcolm Bedell AND Brian Boone/Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 9:23 am EST We can still remember the way Kool-Aid was prepared when we were kids: You needed a gigantic translucent pitcher, its edges roughly chewed away by the dishwasher, a paper packet decorated with cartoon characters and containing just a few crystallized grams of brightly-colored Kool-Aid drink mix, and all of the granulated sugar your mom had in the house....

Kraft Just Brought Back Juicy Couture Tracksuits With New Smooth Lover’s Collab Chachamp/Shutterstock By Gillian King/Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 9:59 am EST This is one memorably weird brand collaboration. Not that there haven’t been weird collaborations before. Unexpected collabs can yield great results, like Marshemello’s new air fryer line that includes a s’mores kit, rappers making kitchen appliances, definitely unexpected. But sometimes weird collabs are just weird, like when Papa John’s tried to make jewelry (via PR Newswire)....

Few bonds in life are as strong or as special as that between a mother and child! Being a mom is one of the most important and yet under-appreciated jobs in the world. In a single day, a mom can be an accountant, a cleaner, a chef, a diplomat and even an amateur doctor! A mom’s efforts can often go unacknowledged, so by learning how to draw a mom you can show her some appreciation....

A new fast-spreading variant of COVID-19 caused the U.S. government to restrict travel from southern African countries today. “Omicron” is now officially a Variant of Concern (VOC) for the World Health Organization (WHO). In addition to the U.S., other nations are also taking action in hopes of rapidly containing the new variant. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies The new variant of SARS-CoV-2 in South Africa first came to the attention of WHO on November 24, 2021....

Teams were able to strike verbal agreements with NFL free agents starting on Monday, and pens started hitting paper on Wednesday afternoon, the first day of the NFL’s “league year” (when contracts officially expire and the league’s calendar flips to 2022). Want to peruse all the info? Pro Football Focus has a list of hundreds of free agents sortable by those who already signed new contracts and those still on the market....

The Mortal Kombat series is arguably the most well-known and popular fighting game series, and it stands as an iconic figure in all of gaming. The series is known not only for its brutal combat and flashy moves but also for its huge list of awesome, unique characters. One of the most recognizable characters from the series is Scorpion, and he remains hugely popular among fans throughout his incarnations. Learning how to draw Scorpion from Mortal Kombat is the perfect way to put him into some unique situations!...

The Absolute Best Reuben Sandwiches In The US Slawomir Fajer/Shutterstock By Trevor Carlson/Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 9:05 am EST The Reuben sandwich is an undeniable deli classic. And for good reason: There’s some inexplicable magic that happens when tender slices of corned beef are layered over melted swiss cheese, a bundle of pungent sauerkraut, and a healthy drizzle of tangy Thousand Island dressing, all of which are usually served on buttered and toasted rye bread....

Right now is the best time to pick up something like the Gildan Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt. Not just because the price is too good to ignore, which is a good reason. But also because the winter is coming and a good gym hoodie is great to have. For those relaxed times out of the house, this will keep you comfy all day long. For athletes, the Gildan Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt is a great piece of clothing to have....

The story of Peter Pan is a timeless classic that has been beloved for generations. Starting as a play in 1904, it has since been adapted countless times to film, stage and page. The fairy Tinkerbell is one of the most iconic characters from this story, and she gained huge popularity and recognition from her animated film debut especially. With so many fans around the world, many people would like to learn how to draw Tinkerbell themselves....

Weird Rules Cooking Show Contestants Are Forced To Follow Facebook By Carly Terzigni/Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 3:55 pm EST Whether you want to watch the best of the best in the culinary world compete for a top prize, or you prefer to watch amateur chefs impress everyone including themselves, there is a cooking show on television for just about everyone these days. These popular competitions come in all shapes and sizes, from smaller-scale baking shows to epic matchups that span all kinds of cuisines....

White Negroni Cocktail Recipe Ksenia Prints/Mashed By Ksenia Prints/Dec. 18, 2022 1:30 pm EST The white Negroni is a classy, albeit lesser-known, variation of the classic bitter, and boozy concoction that is the Italian Negroni cocktail. With a combination of gin, aromatic Lillet blanc, and a gentian-based liqueur, the white Negroni is a much gentler, and nuanced take on its bright red counterpart. According to food Blogger Ksenia Prints of At the Immigrant’s Table, both cocktails have botanical gin, and the better your gin is, the better your white Negroni will taste....

Sprinters have arguably the world’s best physiques: Their bodies consist of long, sinewy muscles that can propel them around the track at breathtaking speeds. So why do so few people do track workouts? The facilities are readily available (many high schools and middle schools keep their tracks open to the public during evenings and on weekends), and they’re not just for running, either. Most tracks have grassy infields, if not lined football surfaces, that can be used for shuttle runs and exercises that might otherwise be done in the gym....

This article was produced in partnership with Thomas Herd There are few places with greater socio-economic divides than the Caribbean isles. Behind the glittering shores fronted by luxuriant hotels and villas, the Caribbean is home to one of the most disenfranchised indigenous communities in the world. This is the case for not just a couple, but in fact the vast majority of the islands, which are frequently rocked by cataclysmic environmental disasters....

Grooming is an important part of any guy’s day. We want to look our best when we go out of the house, be it to the office or to hang out with the guys. And making sure our face looks fresh is a big part of that whole process. A process that is much more effective with the Lumin No-Nonsense Charcoal Cleanser in it. Lumin knows how to make some really impressive and effective items that help keep our bodies looking as fresh and youthful as ever....

Ski season is upon us—and with it comes an urge to get out to the mountains. For some, simply going skiing or snowboarding isn’t good enough. But sometimes you want to visit the slopes—and stay there. With that in mind, Airbnb just released its top wish-listed ski-in, ski-out properties of 2022. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies Featuring an array of U.S. and international properties that range from luxury chalets to actual igloos, the list below features the kind of places that will make your next ski vacation unforgettable....