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Winter wonder: Jeanette Winterson and others reveal why the cold has them under its spell
Too dark, too cold – winter’s charms aren’t as obvious as summer’s brassy joys. But for Robert Macfarlane, Alice Oswald, Poppy Okotcha and others, this is a rich season. Here, they offer ways to ...The Guardian - 1d -
New home design might be key to limiting winter power outages
Power outages related to winter weather are happening twice as often as they did decades ago. It's partly because storms are becoming more intense, but also because of an aging power grid. One ...CBS News - 2d -
How to winterize your home to beat the brutal cold
With January bringing freezing temperatures, it's not too late to winterize your home. Better Homes and Gardens' Lauren Phillips shares tips on how to keep your house warm and protect against high ...CBS News - 3d -
Can you lose your home with a home equity loan?
You could lose your home if you fail to repay your loan, but there are steps to take that can avoid that scenario.CBS News - 4d -
How to navigate financial recovery if you lose your home in a natural disaster
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how to financially recover and navigate your insurance claim if you lose your home in a natural disaster.CBS News - 5d -
Winter Books to Read When It’s Cold Outside
Chilly thrillers, snowy fantasies and Alpine adventure novels exquisitely capture the atmosphere of the season.The New York Times - 5d -
How long with the bitter cold last?
CBS meteorologist Lonnie Quinn has the latest forecast on how long freezing temperatures from the polar vortex will last.CBS News - 5d -
Scenes From Across an America Bracing Itself Against Brutal Winter Cold
An intense blast of arctic air blanketed the Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast with frigid temperatures, and a rare winter storm was expected along the Gulf Coast.The New York Times - 6d -
Gulf Coast Braces for Rare Winter Storm as Brutal Cold Settles Across U.S.
Snow and sleet started falling in Texas as officials begin to close schools and airports. Snow and ice could bring major travel disruptions and power outages from Texas to Florida.The New York Times - 6d -
Winter storm brings dangerous cold and snow to parts of the South
Around 40 million people in the U.S. are under a winter storm warning from an unusual blast of severe winter weather.CBS News - 6d -
Best Running Underwear to Beat Burn on Your Bits (2025)
Running outside your comfort zone doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Here are the best WIRED-tested underwear, balms and anti-chafe solutions.Wired - Jan. 20 -
Lights, camera, concrete! How Hollywood is playing a part in brutalism’s redemption
Oscar-tipped film The Brutalist is the latest stage in the cultural rehabilitation of what was once architecture’s most reviled style but is now winning a new generation of admirers. This week an ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Spencer Knight makes 34 saves, Panthers beat Ducks 3-0 to open home-and-home set
Spencer Knight made 34 saves for his second shutout of the season and the Florida Panthers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-0 on Saturday night to open a home-and-home setABC News - Jan. 18 -
Chiefs deliver brutal bad beat vs. Texans with intentional safety
The ending of Texans-Chiefs was a thriller, for gamblers.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 19 -
110 million under threat of brutal cold and snow
110 million people across the country could face life-threatening cold and snow starting on Sunday. NBC News' Emilie Ikeda reports.NBC News - Jan. 19 -
How much of your net worth should be tied up in your house, as wildfires and other disasters make owning a home riskier?
The majority of American homeowners’ net worth is in their houses, but financial planners say a house should represent a much smaller share of a household’s wealth.MarketWatch - Jan. 18 -
How to Download Your TikTok Videos
Want to download a backup of your TikTok videos before the US ban? Try following these simple steps.Wired - Jan. 17 -
How to Master Execution in Your Business
Turn plans into progress by focusing on how to make and meet your goals.Inc. - Jan. 14 -
How to Pay Your Taxes Online
Paying US federal and state taxes online can be confusing, and one wrong move can result in penalties or extra money owed. We break it down so you can have the most worry-free tax filing possible.Wired - Jan. 14 -
How to prepare your family for an emergency
As wildfires continue to burn in Southern California, the disaster has people thinking about their own emergency preparedness, whether it's a fire, hurricane or tornado. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
The Surprising Grief of Having Your Home Survive a Wildfire
For people whose homes are spared in a wildfire while their neighbors lose everything, the road ahead can be isolating, plagued by feelings of guilt and shame.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
Southern winter storm brings extreme cold, heavy snow and ice
A major winter storm is sweeping across the south, with states of emergency declared as more than 100 million people brace for a dangerous mix of snow, ice and freezing rain. NBC’s Kathy Park ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Heating bills set to climb as millions endure bitter cold from winter storm
Heating bills are expected to rise again this winter, especially for those who warm their homes with electricity.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Millions of Americans under cold temperature alerts as winter storm travels south
Roughly 31 million Americans are under cold temperature alerts as a winter storm system makes its way south. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Louisville, Kentucky.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Cold weather alerts from New Mexico to Florida, with another winter storm expected
Wind chills are near 20 degrees all the way south to the Gulf Coast.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
How to avoid winter illness and other cold weather tips
Much of the UK is facing a cold snap, so here are some tips to cope with low temperatures.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
US winter storm leaves four dead as millions hit by snow, ice and bitter cold
Hundreds of thousands left without power and flights canceled as state of emergencies declared in several states. Millions of Americans were hit by a major winter storm on Monday that brought heavy ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
What should be in your winter driving survival kit?
Tips on what to carry in your car, and how to drive in snow and icy weather.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
How to Add Red to Your Wardrobe
Red is often thought of as a statement color, but it can be incorporated into your wardrobe in lots of different ways.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Major winter storm in US threatens millions with snow, ice and brutal cold
State of emergencies issues in several states and cities as eastern two-thirds of country to experience dangerous cold. A major winter blast of snow, ice, wind and plunging temperatures in the US ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Major winter storm threatens much of the U.S. with intense cold, snow and ice
Tens of millions of Americans braced Sunday for a massive winter storm, expected to bring the heaviest snowfall and coldest temperatures in over a decade to parts of the country.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Questions to ask yourself … to declutter your home and organise your life
Sort Your Life Out’s professional organiser Dilly Carter advises on where to start – and how to stick at it. Conduct a space audit – walk all the way through your home, writing notes as you go. ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party
The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Massive winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, ice, cold to 25 states
A massive winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, ice and bitter cold to large parts of the U.S. beginning Saturday. 50 million people and 25 states are in the storm's path. Ian Lee has the ...CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Should you set your thermostat to 'emergency heat' when weather is very cold?
If you're not feeling the warmth, HVAC experts say you may need to switch the mode on your thermostat.The Hill - Jan. 4 -
How to look after pets during the cold spell
Pets can need help to stay warm when wintry conditions arrive.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Cold Snap to Grip Much of the U.S., Followed by Winter Storms
The Arctic air arrives this weekend and could linger into mid-January.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
How to Protect Pets From Cold Weather
They’re vulnerable when temperatures plummet, too.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
How to Stay Safe in Extreme Cold Weather
Experts offer tips to protect against common health hazards as temperatures plummet.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Much of the U.S. bracing for a big blast of winter — and serious cold
A blast of Arctic air will send temperatures dropping across the eastern United States this week — and the frigid conditions could linger longer and expose millions to a prolonged and dangerous ...NBC News - Jan. 2