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“Zero waste” is a lifestyle that embraces minimalism; rejects the ubiquitous disposable items that are everywhere in our society; challenges mainstream consumerism; and encourages people to come up with alternative reusable solutions to everyday life. In the context of the articles I write, “waste” refers to municipal solid waste (MSW) – the kind of trash that gets hauled to landfills. This includes recycling. Food provides sustenance, but unfortunately it also generates trash, especially if the majority of food comes from a grocery store....

Washing and drying clothes can take a toll on your wallet and the planet – these easy tips make it better. Americans love clean clothes, so much, in fact, that we do an estimated 660,000,000 loads of laundry a week. Just imagine all that water and energy, it boggles the mind. While high-efficiency washers can reduce water usage by 30 to 60 percent and can use up to half as less energy of traditional machines – and high-efficiency dryers offer like reductions – there is still so much laundry being done that it seems prudent to make it as an efficient process as possible....

One of the most exciting events for any Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is the debut of multiple trailers before its imminent release. Whether it be during the Super Bowl, the NBA Finals, or even shows like Jimmy Kimmel Live or Good Morning America, fans are always on the edge of their seats in anticipation of seeing new teases for Marvel’s biggest blockbusters. While the trailers usually give a good idea of what will happen in the movies they are attached to, almost every single trailer includes a few seconds of footage that don’t make it to the final cut of the film....

From boosting vegan creamed spinach to making faux bagels and decadent risotto, cauliflower is a shapeshifting superstar. Even the humblest of vegetables has its time to shine, and the time for cauliflower is now. While broccoli’s wan cousin was relegated to the realm of overcooked-and-swimming-in-a-sea-of-cheese-sauce for decades, over the last little while it has become the secret weapon of choice for people looking to swap out unhealthy ingredients for more salubrious ones....

Chia seeds are not undeserving of their status as a “superfood,” because they are a great source of many essential nutrients. They’re rich in fiber and protein, but perhaps most importantly for vegans and vegetarians, chia seeds are one of the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids. They also contain small amounts of calcium, iron and zinc. Aside from eating them like any other seed (or growing a grassy “pet”), chia seeds have a handy liquid-absorbing property that makes them a great thickener in all kinds of recipes....

By 2020 every light bulb is supposed to put out 45 lumens per watt. It’s a Bush-era regulation that the current government wants to roll back. Incandescent bulbs are an endangered species, so threatened with extinction that artists are mounting them like exhibits in a museum. So of course, the Trump administration is stepping in to slow the LED revolution. When President George W. Bush brought in energy standards for light bulbs in 2007, nobody quite knew what would replace incandescent bulbs....

Ms. Marvel will not only introduce a brand new hero into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but it will also showcase the debut of its lead star, Iman Vellani, who is a passionate fan of the real-world franchise. Vellani’s love for the Marvel universe has been apparent from the get-go, with the actress often confessing her love for Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man. Not only that, but her fangirl moment for the MCU has also caught the attention of other cast and crew, such as Brie Larson, Ms....

Warner Bros. The Flash starring Ezra Miller was supposed to be a pivotal film for the DCU. In tapping into the DC Multiverse, The Flash could’ve helped the studio reset its own superhero universe in the wake of director drama, Zack Snyder’s DC Universe, and bad press. But now, it appears The Flash may be on the verge of a reset of its own, following Ezra Miller’s recent arrest and legal woes....

Fans were excited to see the newest trailer for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, which seems to pit Miles Morales against every other Spider-Man Variant in the Multiverse.There have already been multiple new additions to the cast of characters for this sequel, such as Oscar Isaac’s Miguel O’Hara. However, a slew of Spider-People has been introduced in the latest trailer in potentially the double-digits.Thankfully, The Direct is more than glad to help point (most) of them out, even those not in the trailer, as Across the Spider-Verse prepares for its June 2023 release....

Despite having a rough few years, for the first time in a long time, it feels like the future of DC movies is a bright one. The Batman was a hit, the DCEU is expanding with streaming content, and a supposed reset of the cinematic universe is coming with The Flash. However, it seems that the star of that very movie is putting all of this in jeopardy. Ezra Miller has made headlines as of late after the actor was arrested for harassment in Hawaii....

Production for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 has been progressing for a while now, with director James Gunn sharing notable tidbits on social media. The upcoming threequel is set to bring back original cast members, such as Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldana, and Karen Gillan. Plot details are still being kept under wraps, but the emotional reactions of some of the cast members toward the script suggest that it will be an emotional adventure....

Eternals was a bit of a divisive slice of MCU history. The film was the first project under Marvel Studios’ umbrella to receive a “Rotten” on Rotten Tomatoes. Many found issues with the villains, length, chemistry between the leads, and various other aspects of the title. But there was one thing many people agreed on: the post-credits debut of Harry Styles’ Eros was great. The fan-favorite musician was brought on board to bring the classic cosmic womanizer to life as he offered everyone in the Domo some help in finding their kidnaped friends....

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga recently launched with the most playable content in franchise history. Featuring 300 playable characters, 24 explorable planets, 45 main missions, and endless activities around the galaxy, the blockbuster title offers plenty to keep gamers busy for some time. But launch is just the beginning with plenty of DLC content still to come.Those who purchase the Character Collection - which comes included with the Deluxe Edition of the game - will receive seven additional character packs released over time....

Namor the Sub-Mariner has long been on fans’ lists of characters they want to see in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which was a challenge for a long time due to his rights lying with Universal. Now, his first MCU appearance looks to be just over the horizon as Tenoch Huerta reportedly brings the role to life in Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The MCU will first introduce Namor as an antagonist against the people of Wakanda as the country goes to war against the long-hidden nation of Atlantis, which reportedly ties back to Dominique Thorne’s Ironheart....

Eternals actor Richard Madden was reportedly rejected for the starring role in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2 , which has now been filled.Back in 2000, Gladiator had a game-changing impact on Russell Crowe’s career, landing him a Best Actor Oscar and sending him to the top of every leading man hunt going on in Hollywood. But beyond just the acclaim for Crowe’s own performances, the Ridley Scott flick itself took home the year’s Best Picture prize....

Marvel Studios’ spy espionage series Secret Invasion may be shrouded in more mystery than any of the studio’s other upcoming projects. Up until this point, the MCU has done little to set up the Secret Invasion storyline, as the Skrulls have so far been allies to Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. However, fans should prepare for a quick turnaround from that as the shape-shifters begin a disguised invasion of Earth. Adapting the iconic comic storyline of the same name, Secret Invasion will star Samuel L....

Following an accident on New Year’s Day that left him hospitalized, Jeremy Renner is spending his birthday in recovery, and he just received recovery wishes from a Marvel Studios executive.Renner — the MCU’s Hawkeye — has been recovering in the hospital after injuring his leg while plowing snow. During this trying time, many friends and MCU co-stars have given him their support.With Jan. 7 being the actor’s birthday, that support has not wavered Birthday and Get Well WishesAs actor Jeremy Renner continues to recover after a serious injury hospitalized him and put him in emergency surgery, members of his MCU family have reached out to not only show their support, but to wish him well on his birthday....

Moon Knight just finished up its first season, and now fans across the world have come to love both Marc Spector and Steven Grant. The two have now undoubtedly become some fans’ favorite characters in all of the MCU. Despite the satisfying conclusion of the series, it’s hard not to still wonder what could have been? Was Arthur Harrow always the main villain? Jeremy Slater, the producer and head writer for Moon Knight spoke a couple of months ago about how Marc Spector’s arch-nemesis Bushman was almost the main villain of the show....

As She-Hulk: Attorney at Law inches closer to its finale, one of the main topics of discussion among fans is the approach to how the Disney+ series is filming scenes of the titular heroine. Although there were initial complaints about the show’s CGI, it was revealed that a significant portion of how She-Hulk is being brought to life is the use of an on-set VFX reference.Enter Maliah Arrayah, the 6'5" actress who serves as the on-set reference for the character....

Spider-Man: No Way Home is quickly approaching, and many fans are eagerly analyzing new interviews and TV spots in hopes of a glimpse or two of shots from the movie that have not yet been seen. Fortunately for them, since promotional material has been ramping up as the Tom Holland-led threequel draws closer, there are more of these little sneak peeks to discover than ever. While most of the mini-previews Spider-Man fans have discovered have been either still images or shots from the movie, occasionally they will come in other forms, such as behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the film....