Author: Kate Row

Aloe vera is the the most underrated bacteria-fighting, redness-soothing, inflammation-reducing, irritation-calming healing agent that we should all be incorporting into our daily routines. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has tested the effectiveness of Aloe Vera for medicinal purposes and found that this plant has considerable healing properties.Whether you grow it at home or buy it from the store, this miracle plant is just what you’ve been looking for to give your skin and hair a well-deserved refresh. Aloe Vera for Skin Sunburn Healing Aloe Vera is one of the most common sunburn remedies due to it’s cooling and healing…

The residents of the island of Gotland, Sweden have done something extraordinary with their water crisis. Instead of wallowing in the face of a water shortage, the municipality came up with a unique (if not slightly bizarre) strategy to increase awareness and take action. They named their exciting idea—wait for it—the Ugliest Lawn Competition. What Exactly is the Ugliest Lawn Competition? As you might have guessed, the Ugliest Lawn Compeititon is exactly what the name suggests—a contest that rewards the resident with the most unkempt lawn. The idea was born after an irrigation ban was imposed on the island that…

A post on Reddit has sparked a heated debate among homeowners regarding astroturf or fake grass in their yards. Many homeowners, especially in the UK, have recently made the change from real to fake grass in an effort to manage upkeep and use less water. However, as the debate on Reddit highlights, there are some real drawbacks to this plastic replacement.The Photo on Reddit That Started It AllSource: RedditThe original poster started the conversation with a 2 side-by-side photos of their backyard. On the left is a small, clean square of fake grass and on the right is a photo in…

Tennis balls always seem to be laying around the house, especially if you have kids or dogs. When you’re not playing fetch with the dog or hitting the tennis courts, you can actually put these to work in other ways. These fuzzy green objects actually have many more functions than just hitting them with a racket. Check out these different uses for tennis balls that might be a huge help around the house. DIY Dryer Balls I’m a Lazy Mom If you just ran out of dryer sheets and you want to avoid that static that often comes along with…

A strange video has taken the internet by storm, showing a woman seemingly frozen in the middle of a bustling street. This peculiar footage was shared on TikTok and quickly became a viral sensation, captivating thousands of viewers. In the video, the woman stands motionless as cars pass by on the road.  After a few seconds, she resumes her walk as if nothing unusual happened. The clip has left viewers both shocked and amazed, generating a ton of reactions and theories. Some viewers were confused by the weird sight. They were puzzled by the fact that the wind didn’t affect…

There is a popular conception that healthcare professionals have unlimited knowledge about every condition, regardless of the ailment. People think doctors in their respective fields have all the answers to all medical issues. This notion is, however, not realistic. Doctors and other medical practitioners are humans like everyone else, and refreshing their brains is necessary. A TikToker, Joshua Bulman, recorded a video that showed his doctor watching an ankle-wrapping tutorial before attending to his injured ankle. He put the video up on the media platform, which went viral. Joshua Bulman felt uneasy about the situation, and other TikTok creators commented…

A drama between millionaire neighbors has come to a head after a court battle over a wall resulted in a whopping $162,000 legal bill for one side. The judge has now stepped in, advising the couple to wave the white flag and make amends with their neighbor, Debbie Ranford. Liz Peck, who is the creator and operator of an organic children’s clothing line, and her husband Adam, a singer-songwriter, had accused Debbie of “trespassing” by building a roof extension to her flat in East Dulwich. A builder’s overzealous use of building material landed this millionaire couple in a sticky situation…

The tiny house movement has gained popularity in recent times, and more and more people are making the deliberate choice to downsize their living spaces, simplify their lifestyles, and adopt a minimalistic approach.  People want the freedom and flexibility of living in a small house, and execs at Walmart are taking advantage of it. The bargain giant is making waves with its latest initiative, offering customers the opportunity to own a tiny home for the small price of $10,000, accompanied by a mandatory one-time payment.  This ‘new and exciting’ venture has garnered significant attention from loyal Walmart customers, many of…

A drama between millionaire neighbors has come to a head, after a court battle over a wall resulted in a whopping $162,000 legal bill for one side. The judge has now stepped in, advising the couple to wave the white flag and make amends with their neighbor, Debbie Ranford.  Liz Peck, who is the creator and operator of an organic children’s clothing line, and her husband Adam, a singer-songwriter, had accused Debbie of “trespassing” by building a roof extension to her flat in East Dulwich.  A builder’s overzealous use of building material landed this millionaire couple in a sticky situation…

One teacher recently found herself in a difficult situation when a parent demanded that she stay back and look after their child until they could arrive to pick them up. Unfortunately, this was a recurring issue and one that several educators had experienced beyond this teacher.  In response to the persistent problem of unpunctual parents, the school took a proactive step and decided to implement a $2 fee for every minute of lateness. In a now-viral TikTok video, preschool teacher Kristin Evans spoke about when the school director approached her and handed her $116, explaining that it was because one…