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Over 2.8 million bags are ‘mishandled’ at airports each year. How can travelers make sure theirs make it all the way? Ou...
08/11/2024

Over 2.8 million bags are ‘mishandled’ at airports each year. How can travelers make sure theirs make it all the way? Our writer went behind the scenes to learn how baggage handling works—and why it sometimes goes awry.

A missing or delayed bag can turn even a dream trip into a disaster. After his own snafu, our writer went behind the scenes to learn how baggage handling works—and why it sometimes goes awry.

Is it worth paying $31 for a Manhattan? Depends on how serious you are about your whiskey.
07/11/2024

Is it worth paying $31 for a Manhattan? Depends on how serious you are about your whiskey.

The Manhattan is a famously forgiving drink. Yet a splurge here or there—a premium whiskey, better bitters—can prove surprisingly worthwhile.

“It’s almost like having a security blanket everywhere you go,” mused a fashion insider. “Who wouldn’t want that in this...
07/11/2024

“It’s almost like having a security blanket everywhere you go,” mused a fashion insider. “Who wouldn’t want that in this day and age?”

Once seen as a passing trend, “scoats” have taken over women’s outerwear. To find out why, an editor sticks her neck out to put five to the test.

One decor item that can improve acoustics, reduce falls and brighten a sleepy stairwell? Stair runners, the sweet spot b...
11/10/2024

One decor item that can improve acoustics, reduce falls and brighten a sleepy stairwell? Stair runners, the sweet spot between total carpeting and naked steps.

Smart design lovers line their staircases with carpet runners–for safety, sound reduction and an eye-catching design moment. Here’s what you need to know.

Minivan shaming has been an American pastime for decades. The arrival of the VW ID. Buzz could make it a thing of the pa...
11/10/2024

Minivan shaming has been an American pastime for decades. The arrival of the VW ID. Buzz could make it a thing of the past.

Long considered the least sexy way to get around, the minivan is poised to make a comeback with the arrival of the VW ID. Buzz.

A more formal take on workwear is redefining how women dress for the office. Hoodies? Out. Sneakers? Gone. How to embrac...
11/10/2024

A more formal take on workwear is redefining how women dress for the office. Hoodies? Out. Sneakers? Gone. How to embrace the tailoring renaissance.

A more formal take on workwear is redefining how women dress for the office. Stash the hoodies and sneakers and embrace the tailoring renaissance.

Chef Matty Matheson hates expensive knives and gas stoves, but he could happily live on soup.
10/10/2024

Chef Matty Matheson hates expensive knives and gas stoves, but he could happily live on soup.

Seasoned chef and upstart actor Matty Matheson muses on the difference between real life and TV, and what his kids really want to eat. His recipe for Turkey Drumstick and Barley Soup sums up his soulful cooking style.

What's the point of acceleration that makes most people sick to their stomachs? Bragging rights, writes Dan Neil, which ...
26/09/2024

What's the point of acceleration that makes most people sick to their stomachs? Bragging rights, writes Dan Neil, which Lucid Motors now claims over Tesla.

Lucid has nosed out the Tesla Model S Plaid for the quickest production sedan on the planet—and Dan Neil calls it a ‘modern design masterpiece.’

Your roast chicken could be so much more delicious...if you'd only pair it with the right wine.
26/09/2024

Your roast chicken could be so much more delicious...if you'd only pair it with the right wine.

Few foods are more versatile and adored than chicken. Our wine columnist made it her mission to find the bottles that best complement everything from roast chicken to pot pie.

If you've heard whisperings that Boise, Idaho, is now one of the coolest, most underrated destinations in the Pacific No...
20/09/2024

If you've heard whisperings that Boise, Idaho, is now one of the coolest, most underrated destinations in the Pacific Northwest, it's not just some unfounded rumor. We went to investigate.

Thanks to creative locals and an influx of new arrivals, Idaho’s capital has quietly transformed into one of the Pacific Northwest’s most compelling destinations.

High-fashion 'sock-shoes' are suddenly everywhere. To cut through the hype—and find out if they're sidewalk-ready—our wr...
20/09/2024

High-fashion 'sock-shoes' are suddenly everywhere. To cut through the hype—and find out if they're sidewalk-ready—our writer put five pairs to the test during a hectic week in New York City.

Minimalist knit slip-ons are the latest in high-fashion footwear tomfoolery. During a busy week in New York City, one writer sets out to see if the look is actually street-ready.

That back-to-school feeling is in the air. This canny cookbook serves up all the speedy dinners you'll need to rise abov...
30/08/2024

That back-to-school feeling is in the air. This canny cookbook serves up all the speedy dinners you'll need to rise above the grind.

Want to reset your cooking routine after a summer of takeout? These recipes from Substack star Caroline Chambers make it painless.

How much is too much to spend on wine? An intimate look inside the weekly budgets of WSJ readers.
29/08/2024

How much is too much to spend on wine? An intimate look inside the weekly budgets of WSJ readers.

Read on for a glimpse into the spending habits of oenophiles around the country and a breakdown of exactly what a wine columnist gets for her money.

Chef Sara Bradley's craveable recipe for spiced chicken thighs with marinated avocado and radish salad takes inspiration...
29/08/2024

Chef Sara Bradley's craveable recipe for spiced chicken thighs with marinated avocado and radish salad takes inspiration from a surprising source: classic guacamole.

Inspired by the bright flavors found in guacamole, this supper of roasted chicken thighs with a marinated avocado and radish salad will surprise and satisfy. We promise.

How to get a perfectly fitting bra without trying it on? There are apps for that. Here's how to use them for optimal res...
28/08/2024

How to get a perfectly fitting bra without trying it on? There are apps for that. Here's how to use them for optimal results.

In person bra-fittings can take time—and cause anxiety. Some lingerie brands say virtual body-scans are the answer.

After years of slumping sales, mall brands are experiencing unprecedented growth surges. Why? They've been poaching runw...
28/08/2024

After years of slumping sales, mall brands are experiencing unprecedented growth surges. Why? They've been poaching runway-fashion designers.

After years of slumping sales, mall brands such as Gap and Abercrombie are experiencing unprecedented growth surges. Why? Their clothes have finally grown up.

Most travelers aren't allowed to visit North Korea. But by traveling to Seoul and meeting restaurateurs, distillers and ...
27/08/2024

Most travelers aren't allowed to visit North Korea. But by traveling to Seoul and meeting restaurateurs, distillers and more who have defected to South Korea, it's possible to catch a glimpse of the closed-off country.

Most travelers will never go to North Korea. But by traveling to Seoul and meeting the defectors who have built new lives in the South Korean capital, it’s possible to learn about the “hermit kingdom” across the border.

Cool-looking paper towel holders, pretty air conditioners, elevated toilet-bowl brushes. We sourced these and six other ...
27/08/2024

Cool-looking paper towel holders, pretty air conditioners, elevated toilet-bowl brushes. We sourced these and six other unicorns of household design.

Toilet brushes? Medicine cabinets? It’s tough to find attractive or practical versions of these 9 products, but with a little effort we dug them up.

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