Interior designers share 6 living-room trends that'll be huge this year, and 2 on their way out

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A living room with wood paneling details, a reading nook, and a beige couch.
Craftsmanship and antique decor will both be trending this year.

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I'm a dietitian on the Mediterranean diet who loves Costco. Here are the 10 best things I bought there this year.

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Carts outside a Costco.
Costco is known for having some great deals.

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I've been to all 50 states. Here are 9 places that should definitely be on your 2026 travel bucket list.

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Emily takes a selfie in front of a mountain surrounded by a lake on a cloudy day.
In my opinion, Glacier National Park is one of the best places to visit in the US in 2026.

Emily Hart

21 of the most popular TV shows of the year, ranked from worst to best

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Kristen Bell as Joanne, Adam Brody as Noah in episode 202 of Nobody Wants This.
"Nobody Wants This" managed to be one of the top shows of the year even though its second season didn't resonate as much as its first.

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I've worked at Costco for 20 years. Here are the 8 best things I bought there this year.

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A composite image of a hand holding a box of
Designer perfume and the Shark CryoGlow mask are two of the best things I bought at Costco this year.

Veronica Thatcher

Stylists reveal 5 sneaker trends that are in for 2026 — and 4 that are out

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A close-up of black ballet sneakers.
Professional stylists shared which sneaker trends will be in and out in the new year.

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5 of the best scents to wear this winter, according to professional perfumers

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A perfume bottle amid snow, pine cones, and tangerines.
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I spent 85 days on cruises this year. Here are 5 travel mistakes I won't be making in 2026.

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Author Jill Schildhouse smling in front of two cruise ships in CocoCay
After many cruises across Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean, I learned the hard way what happens when you overschedule.

Jill Schildhouse

8 things to get rid of in your home before the new year, according to professional organizers

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An organized living room with plants and blue and yellow sofas.
According to professional organizers, there are a few things you should get rid of before the new year.

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The best albums of 2025

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Photo collage of various music artist
Hayley Williams, Bad Bunny, Addison Rae, and Jade.

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