Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

How Fevvers Is Re-Writing the Rules of Glamour

Meet Fevvers, the UK startup creating vegan, plant-based feathers that caught Stella McCartney’s eye at Paris Fashion Week. A new era of cruelty-free luxury is taking flight.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

The Women Who Terrified Rome

Meet the warrior queens who defied Rome: Teuta, Boudica, Zenobia, and Amanirenas. Four women who faced the empire, rewrote history, and refused to bow.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

Why Some Wines Are More Expensive Than Others

Some wines cost a fortune while others stay humble. Here’s what really makes the difference from soil and barrels to time, labor, and legacy.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

What Really Happens When You Get Stung by a Bee

Ever wonder why bee stings burn and yellowjacket stings feel worse? Here’s what actually happens inside your body when you’re stung, from venom chemistry to the bee’s final sacrifice.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

Halloween Candy & Wine Pairings

Discover the best wines to pair with your favorite Halloween candy from Reese’s and Tawny Port to Skittles and Moscato. Sweet, fun, and sommelier-approved.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

Why Pregnant Women Shouldn’t Eat Raw Mushrooms

Raw mushrooms can hide Listeria and other bacteria that cooking destroys. Here’s why heat turns them from risky to nourishing during pregnancy.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

How the Words We Speak Sculpt the Paths We Think In

Neuroscientists have discovered that your native language literally rewires your brain’s white matter, carving unique neural pathways that shape how you think, feel, and perceive the world.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

James Webb and the Search for Black Hole Stars

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope may have found black hole stars: cosmic giants powered by darkness itself. Here’s what it means.

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Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo) Michele Edington (formerly Michele Gargiulo)

Lupini Beans: The Ancient Snack Making a Comeback

Lupini beans, once beloved in the Mediterranean, are packed with protein, fiber, and history. Discover why this ancient snack is poised for a modern comeback.

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