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Who doesn’t love to feast their eyes on the burgeoning array of spectacular green homes out there? Unfortunately, many are either out of reach of most budgets or too small, quirky and/or offbeat for practical living. Good news: More builders are offering green homes that won’t send you into bankruptcy or catapult you completely out of the mainstream. The following are just some of the available choices — including prefab, modular and sustainable subdivisions — for folks who want green but don’t have a lot of it to spend....

Recently I got an email from a reader who had read one of my posts comparing the energy usage and general environmental impact of an electric bicycle and electric scooter. The reader wanted to know which was the greener option: Buying frozen vegetables or buying them in a can? A quick glance at the book Food, Energy & Security is an illuminating and concise answer—a rarity when dealing with these sorts of questions: Frozen Packaging Requires Less Energy to MakeAssume about 450g of corn, the amount that will fit into a normal can....

Audiences met quite a few new faces in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The first and most important is undoubtedly Xochitl Gomez’s Multiverse-hopping America Chavez. Then, of course, there was the entire Illuminati, which was composed of members such as Black Bolt and Reed Richards. Just when fans thought they might have been done with introductions, however, that post-credits sequence landed: Charlize Theron’s Clea had arrived. The fateful moment happens as Doctor Strange is casually walking down the street....

With a countless number of alternate universes to potentially visit, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness could possibly be the most interconnected Marvel Cinematic Universe project since Avengers: Endgame. Elizabeth Olsen’s return as the Scarlet Witch alongside Benedict Cumberbatch was already a sure sign that crossovers were abounding, but it seems that Marvel Studios has even more in store than one might expect. After the Sacred Timeline-shattering finale of Loki, many wondered whether the God of Mischief would also be venturing into universes unknown....

It’s hard to live without a toilet, but it is also hard to squeeze one into such a small space without some compromises. Readers often complain when we show fossil fuel-powered camper vans, particularly from a certain German company that sells Westfalia conversions. However, traveling across the country in one remains a fantasy of this TreeHugger, and these vans are remarkable examples of really efficient design for small spaces. And while Sami has noted that electric vans are coming down the road, if you want any significant range, right now we are still pretty much stuck with gas or diesel....

343 Industries has had its hands full in the past few months. Microsoft’s Halo team is busily working on the latest in the franchise, Halo Infinite. The game was originally set to debut alongside the launch of the Xbox Series X/S this past November. However, after a lackluster gameplay showcase and the departure of some key members, the Washington-based team has had to push its latest sci-fi adventure deep into 2021....

With half of the first season available to the world, Andor has quickly become one of the most pleasant Star Wars surprises. Lauded by fans for its mature approach and exceptional writing, Tony Gilroy’s series is setting the bar higher for all live-action content to come.Part of the show’s appeal has been the breaking of new ground with the exploration of various original characters, made possible by a familiar story structure....

While Hugh Jackman is confirmed to play a huge role as Wolverine in Deadpool 3, the actor recently teased where his future lies with the role, especially with Avengers: Secret Wars on the horizon.Avengers 6 looks to be the biggest theatrical release in comic book movie history considering the rumors that have already come to light surrounding Multiverse Saga’s last movie. The 2026 sequel has the unique opportunity to bring back dozens of heroes and villains from the past three decades of Marvel movies, giving fans the chance to see some iconic legacy characters alongside the MCU’s best....

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 star Karen Gillan broke down her thoughts on Nebula’s awkward pose on the recently released poster. Gillan is nearing a decade as the daughter of Thanos in the MCU, while the Guardians barrel toward what is looking like the “end of the chapter” for this particular iteration of the intergalactic team. It is unknown if Nebula will make it out of the upcoming threequel, but seeing as she recently got a bit of an upgrade within the universe, it seems as though Marvel may be investing in the character for the long haul....

Loki Season 2 has recently entered production in the UK, following its announcement in the Season 1 post-credits stinger. The Disney+ follow-up will bring back Tom Hiddleston’s Loki, Sophia Di Martino’s Sylvie, and Owen Wilson’s Mobius; finale writer Eric Martin will serve as the head writer, while Moon Knight directors Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead will helm the season. Season 1 introduced fans to many Loki Variants, but most notable of all was Sylvie - a Goddess of Mischief who has spent her life on the run from the TVA as they seek to prune her from the timeline....

Despite being set to lead a film this November with Phase Four’s biggest star-studded ensemble, the Eternals have a fairly limited history in Marvel Comics. The super-powered group of immortal beings debuted in a 1976 comic series written by Jack Kirby which ran for two years, struggling to maintain much popularity. The Eternals went on to return for a 12-issue mini-series under Peter B. Gillis in 1985, with the limited-run proving to be the last time the team would be seen in the 20th century....

Spider-Man is a character who has had a long history on the big screen—rivaling only Batman. It all started with Tobey Maguire in Sam Raimi’s original films. After a lackluster third outing, Sony decided it was time for a reboot. This put Andrew Garfield under the mask; another financial disappointment led to the world’s third, and current, Spider-Man in Tom Holland. Who would have thought that those three different Spider-Men would ever appear on the screen at the same time?...

In recent days, rumors swirled that Han Solo actor Harrison Ford had been cast in 2024’s Thunderbolts as Secretary Thaddeus E. “Thunderbolt” Ross. The report indicated Ford either was or is Marvel Studios’ top choice to tackle the recast Ross in Thunderbolts, but it was unclear on whether this was a done deal. William Hurt previously played the government chief from The Incredible Hulk until Black Widow, although the MCU veteran passed away earlier this year....

After the game-changing events from The Mandalorian Season 2 finale, the next live-action Star Wars series on the way is The Book of Boba Fett. The series was first teased during the post-credits scene from the Pedro Pascal-led project, and it will revolve around the underworld adventures of Temuera Morrison’s titular bounty and his partner, Ming-Na Wen’s Fennec Shand. The exact plot details of The Book of Boba Fett are still being kept under wraps, but Jon Favreau, who is show’s executive producer, confirmed that it will explore the “power vacuum” left by Jabba The Hutt after Star Wars: Return of the Jedi....

Spending the day on the beach is a lot of fun, but eventually you to come out of the water to eat — and that can be difficult. The sand, seagulls, and sun present specific challenges, but those challenges can be overcome with some careful planning. Try these tips for fuss-free beach snacking. The sand Resign yourself to the fact that you may end up swallowing a grain of sand or two, particularly if it’s a windy day....

The Sony Spider-Man Universe continues to expand, and according to a new update, the franchise’s first threequel could begin filming later this year. After the success of Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage, a potential Venom 3 felt inevitable. The film was officially greenlit back in April 2022 and has been teased as a “last dance” for franchise star Tom Hardy. Since then the project has remained relatively quiet aside from the news that writer and producer of the first two films, Kelly Marcel, would be taking on directing duties....

Set to release on July 9, Thor: Love and Thunder will be the MCU’s fourth project of the year, following Moon Knight, Doctor Strange 2, and Ms. Marvel (which premieres June 8 on Disney+). However, unlike the Multiversal Benedict Cumberbatch sequel and the studio’s Disney+ origin tales, Thor 4 marks the return of Chris Hemsworth to Phase 4, as well as his reunion with Thor’s love interest, Jane Foster, played by Natalie Portman....

According to the US Department of Agriculture, the consumption of chicken in the United States has been climbing steadily since the 1940s, and is now close to that of beef. Just from 1970 to 2004, chicken consumption more than doubled, from 27.4 pounds per person per year, to 59.2 pounds. But some people are swearing off chicken because of concerns about animal rights, factory farming, sustainability and human health. Chickens and Animal Rights Killing and eating an animal, including a chicken, violates that animal’s right to be free of abuse and exploitation....

There are numerous myths about black cats and dogs: Black cats are bad luck. Black dogs are omens of death. Such rumors are rooted in folklore and ancient mythology, but there’s one story you’ve likely heard about black cats and dogs that’s true: They’re the last to be adopted and the first to be euthanized. In addition to the stigmas of bad luck and witchcraft, black animals also face a tough time being adopted because their dark coats often lead to poor photos....

If there is one constant within the DCU, it’s change. Following the release of Zack Snyder’s Justice League in 2021, Warner Bros. began heading in a new direction in terms of its DC-related films and series. That is, until the Warner Bros. Discovery merger. While fans know the new studio head wants more Superman and its own version of Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige, the future is unknown. But now, there’s speculation that the franchise’s future may lie in the past....