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Décor galore for the design inclined

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:48:20 +0000

USA TODAY's Home magazine is filled with design inspiration for every room, and the stars of HGTV's Home Town share their home improvement journey.

See the celebrity wax figures worthy of a double take

Fri, 07 May 2021 20:36:14 +0000

From Ariana Grande to Nicki Minaj to Beyoncé and the Kardashians, these wax figures will have you doing a double take.

'I'll kill you': Floyd Mayweather, Jake Paul scrap after YouTube star swipes former champ's hat

Thu, 06 May 2021 22:07:37 +0000

Floyd Mayweather is boxing Logan Paul in an exhibition on June 6, but he nearly came to blows with his brother and fellow YouTube star Jake Paul.

Bill and Melinda Gates' breakup after 27 years has us reeling. Why do we care so much?

Fri, 07 May 2021 19:21:20 +0000

Bill and Melinda Gates are ending their marriage after 27 years. Why the news is so difficult to digest.

Vaccinated?

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:26:15 +0000

How to be social again

How to take back control of your mental and physical health

Sat, 08 May 2021 12:00:18 +0000

Here are ways to empower yourself to gain control of your health during the fear of the unknown that surrounds us in a pandemic.

Rosario Dawson jokes about introducing her daughter to Sen. Bernie Sanders

Thu, 06 May 2021 14:47:14 +0000

Rosario Dawson chats with USA TODAY's Brian Truitt about her new film "The Water Man" and celebrating the birthday of her boyfriend, Sen. Cory Booker.

Social media

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:36:42 +0000

Signs you need unplug

Animalkind

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:48:55 +0000

Videos, news, and tips on your favorite animals—the furry, scaly, and everything in between.

75 adorable pet photos sent by our readers that will brighten your day

Thu, 06 May 2021 18:41:25 +0000

Our "Staying Apart, Together" newsletter readers have some crazy cute pets. We've rounded them up to help brighten your day. Scroll through to see!

On Mother's Day, here's what your mom actually needs

Thu, 06 May 2021 12:14:23 +0000

Economic and cultural changes have altered the landscape of motherhood, piling on new pressures and needs. The pandemic added even more.

100 things to do while stuck inside due to a pandemic

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 16:42:12 +0000

Experts recommend that even healthy people should stay inside as the coronavirus outbreak spreads. Here are 100 things to do during the quarantine.

Staying Apart, Together: A newsletter about how to cope with the coronavirus pandemic

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 19:38:37 +0000

Welcome to Staying Apart, Together, a USA TODAY newsletter that aims to entertain you, distract you and help you cope during the coronavirus pandemic.

Stop hate

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:05:51 +0000

How to be an ally

Josh Duggar admitted to past inappropriate behavior with minors: Treatment in this area is complex, controversial

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:53:20 +0000

Treatment exists for people who have a history of sexual offenses, but the path to altering behavior is complex and seeped in controversy.

Take a Midwest road trip

Thu, 06 May 2021 12:00:31 +0000

USA TODAY's Go Escape Midwest highlights places to go safely, amazing sights and plenty of good food in 12 states in the heart of the country.

Treat your dog with a fun living space: Here's how to make it happen

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:48:52 +0000

With people spending more time at home, pets may be seeking some room of their own. Create the perfect domain for your dog that enhances your decor.

After losing their moms to COVID-19, some would rather Mother's Day not 'exist at all'

Fri, 07 May 2021 18:58:52 +0000

More than 250,000 women have died of COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many of them were mothers.

Looking to spice up your home decor? Don't waste the space under the staircase

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:21:40 +0000

Designers are finding creative ways to use the space in your place. The nook under your staircase may be perfect for a new home office or powder room.

Happy Mother's Day! Celebrity moms with their kids, from Beyoncé to JLo

Fri, 07 May 2021 20:32:11 +0000

When they aren't making movies or performing for thousands, they are just moms. Check out these celebrity mamas with their babies, big and small.

Hollywood has a sordid history with portrayals of mental illness. It's trying to do better.

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:39:15 +0000

A conglomerate of major entertainment players are coming together to fix the way Hollywood depicts mental health.

'A happy accident': Ben and Erin Napier welcome HGTV fans to their new 'Home Town Takeover'

Thu, 06 May 2021 19:39:43 +0000

Renovation experts Ben and Erin Napier update properties in Laurel, Mississippi, on HGTV's "Home Town." Spinoff "Home Town Takeover" debuts May 2.

How to talk to your family, friends about racism and white privilege

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:42:02 +0000

Here's a guide on how to talk to your family about racism and white privilege, amid ongoing protests and conversations about racial injustices.

Through pure grit and hustle: Entrepreneurs show us what it takes to succeed

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:04:52 +0000

Join the Storytellers Project virtually on May 18 as five Americans share true, first-person stories about entrepreneurship and hustle.

Phones ??

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:20:26 +0000

Are you addicted?

Will and Kate: A look at the 10 years since the royal wedding

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 22:29:17 +0000

A look at Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in the 10 years since their royal wedding.

Many women have paved way to greater equality

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 01:00:11 +0000

On the 100th anniversary of voting rights for women, we tell the stories of women through the years who have left their mark on our country.

George and Amal Clooney's love story in pictures

Thu, 06 May 2021 13:25:25 +0000

George Clooney has a lot to celebrate, namely his family with wife Amal Clooney.

Duchess Kate: Her style through the years

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:56:24 +0000

We haven't gotten to see a lot of Duchess Kate during quarantine. While we wait for life to return to normal, look back at her greatest style moments.

Many of us are allowed to take off our masks. Why some of us don't want to.

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:33:25 +0000

The CDC's mask rules are changing. Why some of us aren't ready to take off our masks.

Coldplay's outer space premiere, Weezer, Miranda Lambert highlight new music releases

Fri, 07 May 2021 19:52:28 +0000

Coldplay released its first new music since 2019. "The Marfa Tapes" featuring Miranda Lambert, Weezer and Bebe Rexha highlight New Music Friday.

Kidskind

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:46:06 +0000

See positive stories about brave, compassionate kids who are changing the world.

'The days off were magic': What kids lose when they lose snow days

Thu, 06 May 2021 01:57:05 +0000

Many waxed nostalgic about their snow days on social media, after New York City said it would cancel them. But there may be an upside, too.