The first question Elijah McCormick asked his mother after a near-fatal car accident in 2019 was, “Momma, can I still sing?” American Idol judges answered that question four years later with a big “Yes” and a golden ticket to Hollywood.
Below, you’ll learn everything you need to know about this survivor.
Elijah McCormick On American Idol On the third night of American Idol auditions, Elijah McCormick brought Lionel Richie to tears following his powerful performance of “Bless the Broken Road” by Rascal Flatts.
Lighting trends are ever-evolving to our modern tastes. So while 2023 saw people flocking to lamps shaped like mushrooms, oversized statement lamps and some natural, eco-friendly options, 2024 is lighting the way with something a bit different. The latest trending home item is another sculptural look that demands attention.
This time, instead of fungi-inspired lamps, you’ll soon be seeing doughnut lamps—and yes, they are shaped like the sweet pastries. Doughnut lamps, also known as donut lamps, bring an unexpected look to rooms and can fit many decor aesthetics from mid-century modern to industrial and anywhere in-between.
Putting a rug under your bed can transform the ambiance of a bedroom, adding a touch of comfort and style. While the end result is alluring, it can be difficult to position the rug without damaging it.
We spoke to rug pros Chris Fennell and Gary Remillard for some industry tips. You’ll learn how to prep your space, lay the rug properly and maintain it so it looks great for years to come.
Even though you’ve never made sparks shoot from your fingers or teleported anyone from one place to another with the muttering of a few words, your partner still thinks you have magic powers. Well, at least by their behavior, you can tell that they do. Something is obviously on their mind, but they’ve shut you out. Maybe they’re mad at you, making you feel it by slamming doors or angrily shuffling things around the house.
When my tulips and daffodils are fading, up pop the alliums (aka ornamental onions) with big balls of purple flowers. They provide color in my garden before the first big flushes of summer flowers appear.
And they come back every year. Even the allium bulbs I accidentally planted upside down have been returning and blooming for at least 10 years!
What Are Ornamental Onions? Ornamental onions are relatives of the onions we eat.
One TikToker found herself in a nightmare when maggots started falling from her ceiling, resulting in the discovery of a dead body in the apartment above her.
TikTok user @lon333lygirl went viral posting a video revealing the creepy, wiggling bugs falling to her floor.
"It's coming from the dead body that is decomposing above me," she explains in the horrifying video, which has been viewed over 3 million times.
Naturally, the 18-second video sparked astonishment in the comments.
Exactly fifty years ago, Atari was still the leader in electronic entertainment, pioneering home consoles in the ’70s, innovating arcade technology, and developing addictive yet simple games. By the ‘90s, the industry changed, and Atari was left in the dust. The once-mighty brand had one last trick up its sleeve, a proprietary video game system perceived to be the most powerful console of its era. What should have relaunched the ailing company to dominance instead plunged them into abysmal failure.
We ask a lot of an outdoor kitchen sink. It must stand up to freeze/thaw cycles in some regions and to the sun’s UV rays and extended exposure to moisture in others. It must fit in visually with the rest of the outdoor living space and hold up to frequent use — cooking, cleaning and maybe the occasional dog bath.
In the rudimentary outdoor kitchen at my property, we installed a polyethylene utility sink — admittedly, not the most stylish option.
Famous American actress Michelle Monaghan’s parents, Sharon Hamel and Robert L. Monaghan, shaped her upbringing in a small-town environment in Winthrop, Iowa.
Born on March 23, 1976, the actress’s mother ran a daycare center while her father worked as both a factory worker and a farmer. During an interview with Josh Gad for Interview Magazine, she shed light on the impactful lessons she learned from her parents.
Gad reminisced about the unique terminology Michelle’s mom used, such as the term “hightail,” expressing regret that his mother hadn’t employed such language.
Family Handyman
Measuring cups drawer organizer My wife was tired of digging for the proper measuring cup or spoon and asked if I could rig up something to hang them on the sides of a deep drawer. So, I fastened thin strips of wood to the inside of a drawer, using washers as spacers. This way, the handles slide easily behind the wood strip. — Gene Lariviere
Is something always falling on your head when you open up those kitchen cabinets?