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Put unripe tomatoes stem-side up in a paper bag with a few holes: The setup may help them ripen by keeping ethylene close to the fruitHarvested tomatoes can continue to ripen thanks to the ethylene gas they emit. For the best results, arrange them in a paper bag with venti...- Why are some pears supposed to be picked while they are still hard? Leaving them on the tree can make the flesh gritty, while indoor ripening gives better fruitFor optimal texture and flavor, pears should be harvested while still firm and green, as they undergo a unique ripening process. Unlike app...
- Put hard pears in a tightly closed paper bag: The gas they naturally release gets trapped inside and speeds up the ripening process that takes 7-10 daysTo enhance the flavor and texture of pears, it's important to note that they are usually harvested while still firm. For a speedy ripening ...
- US Midterm Election 2026: Republican worries grow as Trump's approval stays low, more candidates oppose Iran warRepublicans are increasingly concerned about the upcoming midterm elections due to unfavorable polls and low approval ratings. Candidates i...
- Skyrocketing diesel prices rattle Republicans as midterms approachDiesel fuel prices have reached record highs due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and related supply issues. Republican candidates a...
- 9 Senate races that could decide the 2026 midterm elections as Republicans fight to hold their majority and Democrats target key battleground seatsThe 2026 Senate race is narrowing around a handful of states where one seat could change the balance in Washington. Republicans hold 53 sea...
- Republicans dump cash into red states as they try to hold the line against Democrats in the midtermsRepublicans are entering the final stretch of the US midterms on the defensive, pouring money into traditionally red states as voter anger ...
- US fuel prices surge ahead of midterm elections 2026; Republican candidates face pressure as voters struggle with rising costsWith midterm elections looming, soaring diesel prices are causing alarm among Republican candidates. In response to the economic strain, ma...
- Colorado homeowners have a narrow fall window for their final lawn cut - here’s when to stop mowing in 2026Colorado lawn mowing guide: Colorado homeowners may be nearing their final lawn mowing of 2026, with the Farmers’ Almanac placing the state...
- When to stop mowing your lawn in California: Check the right time for coastal, inland, and mountain microclimatesAs the fall season officially kicks off on September 22, homeowners may find themselves with lawn care queries. Rather than the date itself...
- In 2011, Ashton Kutcher, Guy Oseary and Ron Burkle invested $2.5 million in Airbnb; 5 years later, their stake was worth about $90 million as the startup became a global giantActor Ashton Kutcher was an early investor in Airbnb, joining in 2011. He and partners invested $2.5 million, which grew significantly. Thi...
- Meet Peg Davis, a Virginia schoolteacher handed just 4 tomato seeds by a ninth-grader; nearly 50 years later, the heirloom tomato she saved lives onIn Virginia, gardener Peg Davis has dedicated nearly fifty years to preserving a remarkable tomato variety. This commitment is a crucial re...
- In 2017, Iowa upgraded 1,200 low-income homes; 80% got attic insulation, 64% got new heating equipment, and families saved $290 a yearIn 2017, Iowa's weatherization program made a remarkable impact by assisting 1,200 low-income families. Households saved an impressive aver...
- The Iowa Senate race testing the limits of Trump’s rural strengthIowa’s Senate race is an open-seat contest after Republican Sen. Joni Ernst retired. Republican Ashley Hinson is facing Democrat Josh Turek...
- Use rubbing alcohol for routine pruning; reserve a 1:9 bleach solution for tools exposed to fire blightRecent millennial gardening trends highlight a crucial oversight regarding tool sanitation, which can contribute to the spread of plant dis...
- Blanch fresh spinach for exactly 2 minutes, then plunge it immediately into ice water; this step prepares the leaves for 10–12 months in the freezerBlanching spinach for two minutes stops enzymes that degrade quality. This quick process prevents spoilage and maintains color and taste in...
- US midterm elections 2026: Record diesel prices hit at worst time in key battleground states
- In 2004, Iowa listed Easter Lake for murky water. 20 years later, restoration helped it meet water standards and park visits climbed from 500,000 to 1.3 million visitorsEaster Lake in Des Moines was listed as impaired in 2004 because sediment and cloudy water were damaging its quality. Two decades of restor...
- Iowa conservationists restored more than 200 forgotten river bends. Now this endangered fish is returningIn Iowa, conservationists are bringing back the forgotten oxbow wetlands, shaped like U's, to protect the endangered Topeka shiner fish, wh...
- Mix baking soda with distilled water at a 2:1 ratio into a paste; Iowa State Extension says baking soda can help loosen grime from a cool iron soleplateKeeping your iron spotless is essential to avoid transferring grime onto your clothes. To tackle the build-up on the soleplate, mix baking ...
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