Physical activity and time outside are two wonderful gifts for your body and mind; they’re proven to reduce stress and anxiety, and offer a greater sense of wellbeing. L.L.Bean recently partnered with Mental Health America to share 10 ways getting outside can boost … read more

Editor’s note: This article was adapted from “The Garden Refresh,” a newly released book by Kier Holmes. Published with permission. Smell, sound, taste, touch, and sight — incorporating all five senses in your design creates a dynamic and well-rounded garden experience. And your … read more

We could say these gardens have “come out of dormancy” after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions. But actually, the gardens and the gardeners themselves have been anything but dormant during their at-home time the last two gardening seasons. As with the … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport Engine: 3.5-liter V-6 and three electric motors, 308 horsepower and 247 lb.-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel drive EPA Rating: 31-mpg city, 28-mpg highway, 30-mpg combined Base Price: $53,820 As Tested: $62,450 Performance: Strong … read more

 Model Tested: 2022 Honda Civic Si 4DR HPT Engine: 1.5-liter turbocharged I-4, 200 horsepower and 192 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 27-mpg city, 37-mpg highway, 31-mpg combined Base Price: $27,500 As Tested: $28,910 Performance: Updated turbocharged I-4 with broader power … read more

Model Tested: 2022 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Engine: 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder, 255 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 34-mpg highway, 28-mpg combined Base Price: $45,200 As Tested: $56,300 Performance: Peppy turbocharged engine Crisp automatic transmission Very good … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLB35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, 302 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 26-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $49,500 As Tested: $60,135 Performance: Strong performance from a turbocharged four-cylinder Feels … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT AWD Engine: Twin electric motors, 480 horsepower and 634 lb.-ft torque Transmission: Single E-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 90-mpge city, 77-mpge highway, 84-mpge combined Base Price: $59,900 As Tested: $63,285 Performance: Surprisingly quick Mid-three second … read more

It’s time to kick off summer with a bang. With exciting summer events like baseball, sunbathing and barbecues filling social calendars comes a whole new array of fresh, sunny day snacks just waiting to be devoured. If you’re in the mood for something … read more