Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

Summers are really getting hotter, and no, it isn’t a hoax. Climate scientists worldwide have recognized the fact, and in 2023, the New York Times published a series of graphics that make it clear.

With temperatures rising, one thing's for certain: your utility bill will, too. Now's a good time, before the thermometer hits triple digits, to assess your cooling needs for the summer. At the very ...