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5 top trends for transforming your outdoor space

(BPT) - Homeowners today are reimagining their outdoor spaces, moving beyond a basic patio and grill to create thoughtfully designed areas that blend style, comfort, and functionality. According to …
Prep your yard for spring: How to refresh your outdoor spaces and create your own oasis
(BPT) - Spring is right around the corner, making it the perfect time to start prepping your outdoor spaces for entertaining. From clearing away built-up winter grime on siding to freshening up …
Planning for spring's garden? Bees like variety and don't care about your neighbors' yards
The Conversation shares new research from University of Tennessee assistant professor Laura Russo showing that bees zero in on the flowers they like and ignore the surrounding landscape.
Transitional gardening: How to choose plants that can thrive moving from cold to warm weather
(BPT) - Keep your garden vibrant all season long with these cold weather-resistant plants.As winter continues to keep temps fluctuating, many gardeners assume their work is done until spring. …
Transform Your Garden in 2025 with These 10 Award-Winning Plants and Products
(BPT) - As winter turns into spring, it's time for gardeners to consider which plants they'll cultivate in planters, pots and gardens. If you're in the midst of planning your garden and need …
Lifestyle news
The number of 18-year-olds is about to drop sharply, packing a wallop for colleges—and the economy
The Hechinger Report reports on how America is about to go over the "demographic cliff."
The most and least hospitable states for electric vehicle ownership
Using data from the Department of Energy and Tax Foundation, Stacker ranked states from the least to most hospitable for electric vehicle ownership.  
Must be accompanied by an adult: Why teens are turning to online gaming for social connection
Stacker spoke to teens and experts to investigate why and how teens are using online gaming as a means of connecting with each other.
Dog breeds gaining popularity
Stacker pulled data from the American Kennel Club to compare dog popularity rankings from 2004 and 2024; the 2024 popularity rankings were released on March 20, 2025.  
How biohazard training for first responders and property managers can help combat the fentanyl crisis
Trauma Services reports that fentanyl has turned into a crisis for first responders, property managers, and maintenance workers who have to deal with the aftermath, and explains how biohazard training can help.