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God of War: Ragnarok is finally here, and with it comes a new glimpse into Sony Santa Monica’s vision of Norse Mythology, which differs greatly in comparison to MCU adventures of characters like Thor and Loki. The sprawling PS5 epic features plenty of familiar faces for fans of Marvel Studios’ Asgardian epics, with unique takes on a number of characters from across the Norse mythos. The title has garnered near universal acclaim, for its adaptation of Norse myth and take on the world-ending story of Ragnarok (something Marvel Studios tackled in the Thor film sporting that same name)....

At this time of year, fireplaces tend to be the focal point of many family gatherings, romantic interludes and toe-warming respites. Still, the typical masonry model is not the most efficient or environmentally sensitive heating source, according to federal agencies that regulate energy and protect the environment. To help you choose the most eco-friendly fireplace options, we consulted fireplace regulators and industry representatives. The products they discussed are either built into the existing hearth or free-standing....

Your young child and beloved golden retriever are lying on the floor together, your child building a castle of blocks. You look down at your reading or walk into another room for just a moment — and then you hear it: a short rumble of a snarl and the cry of a child who has just been bitten. Just as quickly as you jump into action to help, a thought flashes through your mind: why on Earth would your mild-mannered retriever bite your child?...

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness delivered a new version of Elizabeth Olsen’s classic character, the Scarlet Witch, after she went down a more villainous path opposite Benedict Cumberbatch’s master magician. But following the end of that adventure, fans have one major question on their minds: is Wanda really dead?During the final battle between Strange and Wanda, America Chavez opened a portal to Earth-838, which allowed Wanda to see different versions of her twin sons while also meeting herself in the process....

Poor air quality makes for poor working conditions, and the New York Times is on it. The New York Times asks, Is conference room air making you dumber? Veronique Greenwood writes: © LEED what’s in the air? Given that I write about how much I like dumb houses and dumb boxes and dumb cities, I was not crazy about dumb building syndrome. But I do like green building certification systems that look at what’s in the air in our buildings, and set limits on them....

First, we came for the plastic straws, then it was the glitter and balloons. The eco-police are no fun at all, seriously! But future generations and all the species currently suffering from plastic pollution may beg to differ. Confetti and glitter may have started out innocently enough. But fast forward to now, with a planet heaving heavy sighs under the burden of its most destructive species (that would be us), and even confetti and glitter start to look sinister....

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 looks to bring the intergalactic team of misfits back into the spotlight for Marvel Studios next summer with their first solo adventure since 2017. The entire core cast from the first two movies is set to return for another round of action, and the supporting cast is filled with top-notch talent from across the industry as well. At the top of that list is Will Poulter’s Adam Warlock, one of Marvel Comics’ most powerful characters, who finally makes his long-awaited debut after nods and references to his appearance in both previous films....

The next big thing for Marvel Studios is the multiverse, with both WandaVision and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness setting the stage for the ambitious concept to be realized in live-action. The two projects, along with Loki, have long been confirmed to explore the multiverse in extreme detail, but another film in the form of Spider-Man 3 will look to join the alternate reality shenanigans of the franchise. Several casting reports were the main reason behind the multiverse-based speculation....

Over the years I have learned so much from Martin Holladay’s writing on Green Building Advisor; he has been a profound influence on my thinking about green building. Martin has done it all, having been “plumbing wholesale counterperson, roofer, remodeler, builder, writer, and editor. He built his first passive-solar house in northern Vermont in 1974 and has lived off the grid since 1975.” He recently put his thoughts into book form, in Musings of an Energy Nerd, published by Taunton....

Preparing weeknight meals used to be a nightmare, but now it’s a breeze, thanks to a few key changes. Back in March, I wrote about why we need to rethink the way we cook. The ‘single-meal model,’ as presented by most cookbooks, is hugely inefficient for everyone, whether you’re part of a large family or a single person living alone. While using lots of different recipes keeps meals interesting, it is impractical and discouraging to cook like this on a regular basis....

There are many reasons why the Guardians of the Galaxy were able to resonate with audiences so quickly, despite being almost completely unknown heroes before taking the big screen by storm. The family of intergalactic misfits and James Gunn’s unique directing flair instantly separate the franchise from the rest of the MCU, on top of the iconic Awesome Mix soundtrack. In 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord explored the cosmos while enjoying a mixtape of hits that his mother gave him....

With Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness having successfully stopped the threat of the Scarlet Witch against all existence (for now), it’s time for fans to bring their attention to the next film on Marvel Studios’ slate: Thor: Love and Thunder. Fans received the first full trailer a few weeks back, which gave a glimpse at Thor’s new peacekeeping persona, the Guardians of the Galaxy, and Jane Foster’s Goddess of Thunder....

church tower/ Lloyd Alter/CC BY 2.0 Corrugated iron and steel are the most prosaic of building materials, used in North America mostly for industrial purposes, although a few modernist architects have played with the stuff. Invented in 1828, it was used in the earliest prefabs, shipped from Britain around the world, but fell out of fashion as local building industries developed. Lloyd Alter/CC BY 2.0 In Iceland, corrugated galvanized iron arrived in the 1860s; according to Adam Moremont and Simon Holloway in Corrugated Iron: Building on the Frontier,...

Fans, actors, and critics have unanimously turned on the Razzie Awards after the show included a child actor as a nominee.While the Academy Awards remain wildly popular, celebrating the best of the best in movies, the Razzies hold a place at the opposite end of that spectrum. With each new year in film, the worst cinematic releases are picked apart and oftentimes humiliated with awards ranging from “Worst Picture” to “Worst Actor” and much more....

Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn is taking his first leap into the DC universe this summer with The Suicide Squad. The film will act as both a soft reboot and a sequel to David Ayer’s Suicide Squad (2016) with a mix of new characters as well as returning favorites. Margot Robbie’s iconic Harley Quinn will return for her third DCEU appearance, alongside Joel Kinnaman’s Rick Flag and Jai Courtney’s Captain Boomerang....

Maybe you’re inspired by the Marie Kondo minimalism that has invaded Netflix. Or perhaps you’re getting a jump on spring cleaning. Whatever your motivation, when you start cleaning out closets and attacking the garage, have a plan for those unwanted items that no longer bring you joy. Appliances — If you’re buying a new large appliance, most stores will take away the old one for you. But if you are just replacing something smaller and your old one still works, either sell it — try Nextdoor or Craigslist — or donate it to a local charity like Goodwill or Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore....

They were better in 1904 than they are today. In 1912 Sir Fitzroy Donald Maclean began restoring Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull, and installed a modern bathroom. The remarkable thing about it is how little Scottish bathrooms have changed since then; about the only difference is that, today, bathtubs are shorter and less comfortable. Bathroom in Hill House/ Lloyd Alter/CC BY 2.0 Much the same thing can be said about the bathroom designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh at the Hill House, completed in 1904....

© Sustain TreeHugger has been covering tiny houses for years; I even own one, the remains of a previous career trying to promote the idea of the tiny house. Notwithstanding the success of people like Jay Shafer and his Tumbleweed Tiny House line, it is still an incredibly tiny niche. What’s holding it back? Over at The Tiny Life, Ryan Mitchell lists the Top 5 Biggest Barriers To The Tiny House Movement; the first three L’s are well known to me, I am not certain about the last two, and I think he is missing a big one....

As the Marvel Cinematic Universe moves forward, new and returning characters alike continue to be thrust into the spotlight after the game-changing events of the Infinity Saga. Leading the way in this charge is Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel, who not only has her own solo sequel coming next year but also had a major influence on the latest Disney+ release in the MCU as well.Warning - the rest of this article contains spoilers for Episode 6 of Ms....

Marvel Studios has enjoyed its return to the spotlight in recent weeks, particularly when it comes to some of the darker properties that now reside on Disney+. Mid-March saw the shows that were originally housed on Netflix, including Daredevil and Jessica Jones, make their way onto the streaming service. And all this happened shortly before Marvel’s Moon Knight made its long-awaited streaming debut. Moon Knight is already seeing plenty of success after its first two episodes, with the show fully exploring some serious mental health issues while delivering epic action throughout....