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I recall lying still on a cold, sterile X-ray table, and the discomfort I felt when the doctor inserted an enema tube full of barium (a chalky fluid) into my rectum. The barium and air were pumped into my colon, which allowed the doctor to get X-ray images. I was 10 years old and had complained of stomach pain for months. The X–ray results were inconclusive, and my mom, who was a psychiatric nurse, told me there was nothing physically wrong with me and that it was all “psychosomatic.” “I realize now, as an adult, that my stomach issues in…

Seattle’s hotel scene is surging—again. Excitement on the ground is only exceeded by the facts, after a record-setting summer that saw downtown hotels finally beat pre-pandemic occupancy rates. Convention business is booming with the new Summit building complete, and cruise and concert travelers are back in full force. The average room now fetches north of $300 a night—a sign that demand has rarely been higher. And yet much higher it will go, with optimism running at a fever pitch ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The new arrivals add to the buzz: 1 Hotel Seattle and Populus bring an art-driven,…

Kerry Wan/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.I got to wear the new Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses at Meta Connect 2025 on Wednesday. And while they are a long way from replacing your smartphone, they are good enough to make it clear that smart glasses are a lot better when they include a heads-up display. From what I experienced on Wednesday, we’re definitely taking a step toward a world where we spend less time with our heads buried in our smartphones.Also: Meta Connect 2025 live updates: Ray-Ban Display, Oakley Vanguard smart glasses, moreIn the Meta Connect keynote on Wednesday evening…

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Home Advice You Can Trust Tips, tricks & ideas for a better home and yard, delivered to your inbox daily. Granite countertops are often sealed at the time of installation, but if it’s been a while since yours were installed, it might be time to reseal them. Improper cleaning, neglected spills, and other effects of everyday use can easily mar their surface. A quality penetrating or impregnating sealer will soak into the granite, filling the porous gaps, and keep damage at…

Who else is ready to embrace all the coziness as we prepare for the holiday season ahead? The weather brings a welcome coolness, we start stocking our homes with fuzzy everything, and pumpkin takes over every last baked good and beverage. It’s a time to slow down, unwind, and revisit your repertoire of my favorite part of fall: the recipes. Yes, there’s pumpkin bread, pie, cookies, and more, but for me, the humble apple is fall’s true hero ingredient. And with it comes the best apple recipes to savor the season. How to Pick the Right Apple When it comes…

Photo: Glenda Taylor for Bob Vila We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › There’s something enchanting about stepping outside and seeing your yard bathed in a warm, twinkling glow. Solar string lights add instant charm and turn everyday outdoor spaces into cozy spots for evening hangouts, late-night chats, or romantic dinners under the stars. We tested bestselling models in our own yards and found a favorite: the Brightech Ambience Pro, which caught our attention with its heavy-duty build and attractive vintage look. You can drape solar string lights…

Let’s be honest: my idea of “spicing things up” these days looks more like matching pajamas and a full night’s sleep. As a mom of two little ones, evenings blur into school pick-ups, dinner, and bedtime routines—and by the time the house is quiet, I’m completely touched out (if you know, you know). Sex? Not even on my radar. Not because I don’t crave closeness, but because I crave rest. If you’re also feeling too tired for sex, welcome to the very real—and very human—club. What I’ve learned is that intimacy can be reignited in ways that feel gentle, supportive,…

In this episode of Make:cast, I am joined by Hannah Hagon, author of “Unplugged Tots,” and Brian Jepson, publisher at Raspberry Pi Press. (The editor of the book was Mark Frauenfelder, the first Editor in Chief of Make:.) The discussion centers on Hannah’s new book, which offers screen-free, play-based activities designed to introduce young children to computational thinking and logical problem-solving without the use of computers or coding apps. Hannah shares her inspiration for the book, rooted in her experiences as a parent seeking ways to bridge the gap between early childhood…

What are you up to this weekend? Tonight Freddie and I are going to a wedding, where we will clap, cheer, toast, tear up, and not dance; and tomorrow the boys and I will be hitting up block parties, arguably the best part of fall in Brooklyn. Hope you have a good one, and here are a few links from around the web… My 15 favorite things, and a huge giveaway. Travel fantasy: Scotland, damn. Banana Republic is having a huge sale. I have this dress in my cart, and are these the perfect black jeans? Banana cake. “After 10…

Photo Courtesy of Pexels – Pavel Danilyuk Have you ever been in a situation where your mind is racing, your heart is pounding, and you feel that familiar knot of tension in your stomach? For those moments when you can’t go for a walk or a full workout, a powerful isometric exercise for stress relief can be a game-changer. This effortless, one-minute technique can be done anytime, anywhere, and works by sending a direct signal of calm from your body to your brain. The truth is, stress makes us hold tension in our bodies without us even realizing it. Our…