I love getting fresh flowers, but they never seemed to last very long. So, I started putting ice cubes in the vase ...

Dear Heloise: Fresh produce often carries more than just dirt, so a good cleaning routine matters. According to GoodRx, ...

I read your column every week and have become concerned about how frequently your readers are offering hints that make life easier but aren’t good for the environment. For example, in a recent column, ...

I also miss the paper version of the news, but after getting the e-edition for a while, I find that the one big advantage ...

DEAR HELOISE: Every summer, bags seem to get bigger with more pockets and space, making it harder to find small things like keys. This year, I tried something different, and it worked great. My ...

Trash cans can develop odors even after you empty them, but a quick step keeps smells under control. Sprinkle a thin layer of ...

Dear Heloise: I used to come home from the store, only to realize I’d bought spices that I already had tucked away in the cupboard. To solve this problem, I came up with an easy system that works ...

Dear Heloise: What has happened to proper grammar usage and the proper pronunciation of American English? “Gonna” and “wanna” have replaced “going to” and “want to.” People use “different than” ...

Dear Heloise: I have two hints. The first is that I've had rotator-cuff issues and find it easier to use a hand mixer or stir thick foods if the bowl is in the sink. The lower angle puts less stress ...

This is in regard to the reader who says that they don’t understand why people use antibacterial wipes when entering a ...

Mattresses keep getting thicker and more expensive, and they require special deep-pocket sheets on top of this. Are they ...