There are certain beers that feel like they can only be imbibed at a certain time of year. A barrel-aged stout is the perfect example of this. It’s perfectly boozy and warming for a cold, dark winter night, but it just wouldn’t have the same appeal on a humid, sunny summer day. Can you imagine […] ... Read full Story
Michter’s is well-known for its award-winning portfolio of whiskeys. And, while you can fill your home bar with its small batch bourbons, straight ryes, and even its popular 10-year-old bourbon and be more than happy, sometimes you want to try something unique. Lucky for you, the brand recently announced the release of Michter’s US-1 Barrel […] ... Read full Story
Jeptha Creed is all about farm-to-bottle distilling. To truly highlight its dedication to local ingredients, the popular Kentucky-based brand is releasing its most agriculturally forward bourbon. Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey It’s called Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and it features heirloom corn varietals that were completely developed, planted, and harvested on Jeptha […] ... Read full Story
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Brunch buffets are popular across the United States. We rounded up several of the best American Sunday brunch spots, from California to Florida. ... Read full Story
Cooking with fresh herbs adds color and flavor to your dishes. You can grow them yourself easily in food containers using this clever DIY hack. ... Read full Story
Cometeer is one of the most unique (and my favorite) brands in the realm of ready-to-drink coffee. Now, they’re back with a limited-edition drop with the release of the World Mug Collection, a global tasting experience that includes 16 coffees from 16 regions. With standout coffee origins like Colombia, Ethiopia and Kenya and classics from […] ... Read full Story
Sam's Club is a popular discount warehouse store that requires a membership in order to shop there. There will be changes to the memberships in 2026. ... Read full Story
Most people have heard of a few Hawaiian foods, like poke or loco moco, but the islands have a rich culinary tradition, with many more delicious dishes to try. ... Read full Story
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Cinco de Mayo is here, and while it’s a holiday well-known for Mexican beer and shots of tequila (and tequila-based cocktails), you can go all day without eating anything. Even St. Patrick’s Day has corned beef and cabbage and bangers and mash to line your belly before all that Irish whiskey and pints of Guinness. […] ... Read full Story
Save yourself from boring, bland chicken dinners with this list of incredible spices. They're so good, you'll want to plan a trip to Trader Joe's ASAP. ... Read full Story
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Stop looking at those unsightly marks on your stainless steel pots and pans and give them a new life with this super simple and effective hack. ... Read full Story
Today is a special day for horse race fans. There is a vibe in the air if you are anywhere near Louisville, Kentucky. Today is the day that we’ve been building to all week as fans, and all year as competitors. The Kentucky Derby is today, and we are ready. We have the look snapping […] ... Read full Story
Generally, along with its good prices, Costco has quality food items. There are, however, three things in the meat department you may want to avoid. ... Read full Story
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for May 4, 2026 is:
scrupulous \SKROO-pyuh-lus\ adjective
Scrupulous describes someone who is very careful about doing something correctly, or something marked by such carefulness. Scrupulous can also describe someone who is careful about doing what is honest and morally right.
// She was always scrupulous about her work.
// Being an editor requires scrupulous attention to detail.
// Less scrupulous companies find ways to evade the law.
“Scrupulous directors make sure that the sound of their movies is grossly efficient, so that the dramatic meaning of a scene is apparent even in the worst theatre or home system in the country …” — David Denby, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2026
Did you know?
People described as scrupulous might feel discomfort if their work is not executed with a sharp attention to detail. Such discomfort might present itself as a nagging feeling, much as a sharp pebble in a shoe might nag a walker intent on getting somewhere. And we are getting somewhere. The origin of scrupulous is founded in just such a pebble. Scrupulous and its close relative scruple (“a feeling that prevents you from doing something that you think is wrong”) both come from the Latin noun scrupulus, “a small sharp stone,” the diminutive of scrupus, “a sharp stone.” Scrupus has a metaphorical meaning too: “a source of anxiety or uneasiness.” When the adjective scrupulous entered the English language in the 15th century, it described someone careful about preserving their moral integrity, but it now is also commonly used for someone who is careful in how they execute tasks.