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Cities think these eco-friendly, almost-trendy HVAC systems will solve the heat-wave problem. But what is a heat pump, exactly? By Liam McCabe Heat pumps are having a moment in the spotlight—or as close to one as a heating and cooling appliance can get. Whether it’s ducted heat pumps, mini-splits, or even geothermal systems, there’s a buzz around this climate-friendly HVAC tech.  In the past year, many major news outlets and magazines have hyped up heat pumps’ potential for mitigating climate change. State and local governments and utility companies keep expanding rebates and incentives for homeowners who install them. The Department...

Steven Spielberg is renowned first and foremost for his uncanny skill as a visual storyteller. In this regard, he belongs in the cinematic firmament alongside John Ford, Alfred Hitchcock, Orson Welles, and not many others. But we rarely talk about Spielberg's facility as a director of actors, which is bizarre given that he's made some of the greatest, most widely viewed movies in the history of the medium.What gives? Good question. There have been nominations aplenty, but it wasn't until 2012 that an actor (Daniel Day-Lewis in "Lincoln") won an Oscar for a performance in a Spielberg film. Mark Rylance's...

What is it about closets that make me want to clean them?! I feel nothing of the sort when I look at my kitchen and actively shudder at the prospect of dishes (doing the dishes is like touching a thousand slimy hands, am I alone in this?). However, I actually look forward *gasp* to a good closet clear-out. After recently attacking my closet with the vigor of Marie Kondo and the stamina of the entire Home Edit team, I have compiled my closet organizing tips for you so you can tackle your very own overhaul. Thank me later. CURRENTLY TRENDING...

  1. Esissenils Multifunctional Pants Rack Hanger, Pants Racks for Hanging Pants, Space Saving Pants Hanger with Clips, Closet Storage Non-slip Clothes Organizer (White) Anti slip cap with a cap at the end of every rod the hanger will prevent your trousers from slipping off The multifunctional pants rack is suitable for hanging pants trousers ties clothes and scarves Each hanger has five layers effectively saving wardrobe space Spacesaving design the adjustable storage rack can be hung steadily with two hooks or it can be hung vertically it can hold up to 5 pairs of pants at one time and...

Want to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean and fall asleep to the soothing sound of crashing waves with a beach camping trip? Thankfully we don’t have to go far to check off all those glorious camping boxes. And the best part (besides the soothing sound and Instagram-worthy snaps), camping at one of these close-to-home spots is a full of outdoor adventures where kids will be too busy playing in the ocean, flying kites, toasting s’mores and exploring tidepools to ask for screen time…maybe. The Best Beach Campgrounds South of San Francisco View this post on Instagram A post...