Have Knee Pain? Blame Your Shoes

When your shoes don't fit, the signs are obvious: hot spots, blisters, pinching, or even claw toes from a tight toebox. Over time, though, even comfortable shoes can do damage. In most cases, this manifests as knee pain — both sharp, sudden waves of it and dull, unending discomfort. That said, it's surprisingly easy to overlook how much a sneaker's fit impacts the rest of your body — until your knees start aching.

January 25, 2026

When you crack your knuckles, you're not actually cracking any bones, and the popping noise isn't a dislocation or a breakage. Adjusting your knuckles releases gas bubbles in your body's synovial fluid (the liquid that keeps your joints lubricated). The nitrous gas bubbles that build up are totally natural. Keep reading

Your Shoes Are Probably Making Your Knee Pain Worse

When your shoes don't fit, the signs are obvious: hot spots, blisters, pinching, or even claw toes from a tight toebox. Over time, though, even comfortable shoes can do damage. In most cases, this manifests as knee pain — both sharp, sudden waves of it and dull, unending discomfort. That said, it's surprisingly easy to overlook how much a sneaker's fit impacts the rest of your body — until your knees start aching.

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If you're traveling more this year, Apple AirTags give you a little extra peace of mind. Drop one in your luggage or bag and check in on your stuff anytime right from the Find My app. It's one of those small travel add-ons that can save a lot of stress when plans get hectic.

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This Is Why You Bloat on Planes

It's not just in your head — plane bloat is real. The combination of cabin pressure, lack of oxygen, and turbulence can disrupt your digestive system, making people feel bloated when flying. This condition can make fliers gassy and uncomfortable, making cramped seats, dry air, and children kicking the back of your seat even more unbearable.

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11 Everyday Items You're Cleaning Wrong

Our homes are full of items that need regular cleaning outside of the standard sweeping, mopping, and dusting. I have a routine, and each time, I do it the same way, without much thought on how I'm actually cleaning these odds and ends. But just because something is routine doesn't mean it's right. I was surprised to learn that there are quite a few everyday household items that I've been cleaning wrong for a long time. In case you're the same, here are some of those items, plus a few things we should simply be cleaning more often in general!

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