Living

My saving grace during COVID-19? My garden – a backyard respite that’s keeping me sane.

At home around the clock, you can’t help but think about renovating, redecorating, upgrading or even moving.

Setting a clear and energizing goal to improve your circumstances is the first step towards achieving success – whether that is losing weight, increasing savings, or landing that promotion.

Like most of us, the Presley family was feeling quite bored during their time of social distancing. That boredom, mixed with a spark of creativity, has yielded the 2020 Quarantine Olympics.

Streaming services have kept us entertained while social distancing, with an abundance of content showcasing STEM culture.

Celebrating birthdays amid a pandemic certainly calls for a little extra creativity.

Are your kids going stir crazy being home due to daycare and school closures in the midst of coronavirus? Fortunately, the internet is chock full of ideas for keeping your kids entertained, content and learning.

With most people staying at home, streaming services are responding by making content easier to access than ever before.

When people gather near the Mississippi River to watch a sunrise or sunset, they often grow silent, watching the miracle respectfully as another day is dedicated.

If you’re like me, you’ve probably typed “productivity” into the App Store search bar recently, seeking an app to help with the increasingly blurry lines of family, work and chores.

It’s around this time of year when students begin accepting admission from colleges. Many schools have pushed back this deadline but haven’t been able to give in-person tours since early March. 

With the rapid spread of COVID-19, many across the world are self-quarantining. Netflix-binging and video games are the go-to activities, but here are five special things to try as you and your family pass the time.

Americans have been divided for much of our history. (See the election of 1800.) Today, with social media and tribal cable channels, it might appear a bit more acute.

The craft beer industry across the country is taking a gigantic hit right now, as many breweries have been forced to close or are only able to operate via takeout due to the virus.

As we collectively become one with our couches, we’re sharing our top suggestions for TV shows and movies set in other countries, including our top 3 you may not be familiar with.

A few weeks ago, I helped with my granddaughter’s nighttime routine. It always starts the same way: she selects four…

Performing hands-only CPR to the beat of “Baby Shark” is the perfect way to help save a life. The song is the right speed for chest compressions.

For women living in poverty, jobs can be hard to come by. As a social enterprise, My Cup of Tea in Orange Mound is dedicated to giving women dignified work and new skills.

Last month, we wrote about private companies offering rentable scooters. But one nonprofit has another model for making transportation affordable.

Summer is just around the corner, and luckily Memphis has plenty of great parks offering activities from adventure courses to fitness trails. Here are some of our favorites:

Lately, safety concerns related to ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft have increased. These apps offer so much convenience, but they also demand extra responsibilities. Remember these safety tips:

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Looking to enjoy some local brews this spring? Memphis breweries give patrons the chance to enjoy great beer while soaking in some nice weather. Here are our favorites:

Indoor rock climbing has never been the cheapest activity. But Memphis Rox doesn’t turn anyone away even if they can’t pay.

Looking to get away for awhile this spring or summer? Whether you’re looking for a brief day trip or a long weekend, there are plenty of great options when it comes to road trips:

After winning the Pacific Coast League the last two years, the Memphis Redbirds are looking for a three-peat. A new manager and a new division are just a few of the changes happening this year.

Sometimes the best medicine is snuggles from your fur baby. But what do you do if your pet has an incurable disease? Here are some tips to allow you both to live your best lives.

Occasionally making yourself inaccessible is essential to boosting focus. A survey found that always being reachable – checking emails during off days, scrolling through social media, responding to texts 24/7 – is associated with higher stress levels. This is known as “continuous partial attention,” a state of alertness largely driven by FOMO.

It’s that time of year again. Crawfish season is in full swing, and there are two great festivals next month that feature “crawlers” as the main draw.

Imagine catching that hot new flick at a movie theater with its own bar and restaurant. At the new Malco Powerhouse Cinema Bar and Grill in downtown Memphis, you can do just that.