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Jennifer Davis has been a writer for the Hairpin for over two years. She writes about politics, health, business, and finance. She loves to read and write about what she's reading, which is why she started her own personal blog where she can share her thoughts on books she's read. She also loves to travel and takes every chance she gets to explore new places.

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Tour Supermodel Paloma Elsesser’s Brooklyn Town House

Elements of the unexpected add nuance to every room, thanks to Elsesser’s honed eclecticism and curiosity. “I’m a collector,” she says. “I love Milanese design, but I also love North African ikats and Dogon statues and masks from Mali.” On a recent work trip to Morocco she scoured the souk for Tuareg mats. “I was […]

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My New Apartment Had Thousands Worth of Water Damage, Here’s What I Wish I Knew Before It Flooded

Ahead, these industry pros share what steps you can take to shield your home from flooding and other forms of water damage. As I type this from my new mold-free digs with a fresh installation of hardwood floors, trust me when I say you should put this advice into action—your future self will be so

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Inside AD’s February 2025 Issue: A New Generation of Designers

In January, AD famously publishes the AD100 list, a prestigious global who’s who of established designers, living legends, and a select group of debuts. By the February issue, which is devoted to breakthrough performances, the editors are excited to shine the spotlight on rising stars. New ideas about how to live are essential to the

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Inside the 900-Square-Foot Manhattan Duplex of a Budding Collector

When Jordan Williams purchased his diamond-in-the-rough Greenwich Village apartment, a 900-square-foot one-bedroom duplex with a massive terrace in Manhattan, his mother gave him some helpful advice: hire an interior designer. “It was a blank canvas, the outdoor space was just totally abandoned, and she said, ‘You don’t understand the challenges that you have,’” Williams remembers.

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Help Unites Los Angeles in the Wake of the Fires

Scientology Volunteer Ministers join first responders, nonprofits, and churches across Los Angeles in a massive and indiscriminate outpouring of help.  Some 2,500 Scientology Volunteer Ministers are serving in shelters, churches, and on the streets of Los Angeles County, along with many thousands of first responders and members of charitable and religious organizations, to help those

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12 Best Air Purifiers, Tested and Reviewed by Our Editors (2025)

Honeywell’s True HEPA Air Purifier uses an activated carbon pre-filter to help capture large airborne particles and reduce odors and VOCs. The filtration helps capture up to 99.97% of the following microscopic airborne allergens and particles: Dust, pollen, pet dander, dust mite debris, and smoke. It has three cleaning levels (high/medium/low) with a turbo setting

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27 Best Lighting Stores for an Ambience Upgrade in 2025

The first step to boosting any home’s ambience is a quick scan of the best lighting stores online or in your area. Some new flush mounts or wall sconces (well, maybe not the overhead lighting—just kidding) can do a lot to make your home feel less dimly lit, enhance the aesthetics of that selfie, and heighten the coziness,

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Keanu Reeves’s Homes: What We Know About the John Wick Star’s Real Estate Portfolio

Not a lot of information is available about Keanu Reeves’s homes—likely because for a long time, the actor was a bit of a drifter. He resided in hotels and rentals before eventually settling down into home ownership at the tender age of 40 (he reportedly bought his mother a Los Angeles property first). The actor’s

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The Power Of Creative Play: Balancing Child-Led And Guided Approaches

Are you putting a specific ‘child-led pedagogy’ before the children’s needs? How do you bridge the gap between the children’s needs creative play, and your pedagogical approach? Every child is unique, and they don’t all thrive under a single approach. If an approach or trying something new feels unsuitable for your pedagogy, are you being

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Music Ideas For 6-12 Months: The Best Songs For Your Baby’s Growth

This month we are developing our series on using songs for specific age groups. This article introduces suitable songs for babies aged 6–12 months, based on their general developmental skills and behaviour. We also provide ideas on how to extend these songs for children as they get older, developing both their musical understanding as well

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