“Protecting the health, safety, and security of our communities is our top priority,” said department secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas in a statement on April 27, 2021. “…extending the REAL ID full enforcement deadline will give states needed time to reopen their driver’s licensing operations and ensure their residents can obtain a REAL ID-compliant license or identification card.” What does that mean for travelers? Starting May 3, 2023, the ID options that many Americans have been using (such as their standard driver’s license or state photo ID card) at TSA security checkpoints and to board a plane will no longer be valid forms of identification for domestic air travel....

Matt Sloan, the vice president of marketing product disagrees. “Trendy? Nah, I’d say that they’re adventurous. That they enjoy the treasure hunt, discovering new flavors and new products from around the world or around the corner here in America. Case in point: New plants and flowers, new plant-based foods, and other new plant-based stuff.” And so the stage has been set for the episode that’s aptly titled “Trader Joe’s Seeds the Conversation About Plants and Plant-Based Products....

It was mustard. Senior Fashion Editor Rebecca Daly writes: “My college roommate’s mother taught me the undeniable importance of buttering BOTH sides of the bread (YUM). And my personal favorite combo is smoked gouda, a good grainy mustard, and very thinly sliced apple (and sometimes some onion). Drooling.” Rebecca had us at “buttering BOTH sides,” but when she suggested a smear of grainy mustard, we had to give it a try....

Whether you’re outfit planning for a family gathering or thinking ahead to New Years Eve, you can’t go wrong with a pair of sparkly shoes. This stylish and attention-grabbing type of footwear is one of the easiest ways to feel like you’re ready to celebrate without doing much work. All you have to do is slip your feet into these shoes, heels, or slippers, and let them do the talking....

The Dot&Dot Packing Cubes come in four sizes: small, slim, medium, and large, and each set comes with five cubes. The medium- and large-sized sets are ideal for clothing, bedding, shoes, and other larger items, while the small and slim cubes are perfect for undergarments and accessories. The cubes are made from lightweight, water-resistant fabric with a breathable mesh panel designed to keep items fresh and wrinkle-free inside. To buy: $19 with coupon (was $20); amazon....

While there are tons of strapless bras that can do the job, if you’ve even worn a classic one, you know how tight and unsupportive they can be. So, now’s the time to upgrade to a stick-on bra that’ll effortlessly stay in place. And thousands of shoppers are obsessed with the $23 Niidor Adhesive Strapless Bra that’ll hold from the vow exchange to the moment the heels come off on the dance floor....

The ClearSpace stackable storage bins are made from BPA- and chlorine-free plastic, and they come in a set of four. Each one measures 10 by 6 by 3 inches, and they’re shatterproof, according to the brand. The bins are designed for you to use interchangeably, so you can easily store fruits, vegetables, and drinks in your refrigerator, or hold cans, bars, and dry goods in your pantry. And while the sale is live through the weekend, each bin is just over $6 apiece....

You’ll be happy to have an affordable, TikTok-approved alternative to coffee and side tables when they’re simply not an option for your living space. You can instantly turn your sofa arm into a convenient table with Signature Home’s Clip-On Sofa Arm Tray. The portable table clips onto your sofa, couch, or sectional armrest, providing a stable place to keep all of your goodies within arm’s reach. It’s made with eco-friendly bamboo and features powerful rubber grips underneath its flat surface and legs to fit snugly around the arm of your sofa....

There are several items that will ease you into fall, like this high-neck maxi dress that is perfect for both August happy hours and early fall game days with a shacket or cardigan. T-shirts and blouses—including a cropped tee, a puffed-sleeve blouse, and a long-sleeve boat-neck tee—can be paired with skirts and linen pants in hot temperatures, and jeans and flannels when the leaves change. There’s even a button-down poplin shirt, a capsule work-wear wardrobe classic, available for just $24....

Make It Comfortable When the kids need to study, the low, plush cushions are far more inviting than desk chairs. A vinyl mat provides the same softness underfoot as a rug, but it’s easier to keep clean—especially when the doors are open. A coat of white paint freshened up the entire space. Use Every Surface To allow room for the car (or a yoga mat), Karri added hooks for storing sports gear, monkey bars for climbing to the loft bed, and clips for hanging interchangeable equipment, like a swing or punching bag....

To buy: $16 with coupon (was $27); amazon.com. The best part about Bagsmart’s toiletry bag has to be how many compartments it offers. The bag has a main portion for all your toiletries, tabs for keeping bottles upright, and double zippers that open up to two other compartments that are perfect for storing toothbrushes, shaving razors, and other thin items. Its waterproof lining means you won’t have to worry about any leaks coming from any bottles if they do shatter, and its convenient zippers allow you to open up the bag fully and lay it flat for easy organization....

According to the popular retailer, all its turkeys are able to roam free in spacious houses with natural sunlight and ventilation. The turkeys are raised without antibiotics and are fed an all-vegetarian diet with no animal by-products allowed. The turkeys are also labeled “all natural,” which means there are no artificial ingredients and minimal processing. Additionally, all of TJ’s turkeys are fresh and never frozen. Since Trader Joe’s loves variety (it carries nearly 30 different varieties of pasta, after all) it should come as no surprise that there are several different types of turkeys to choose from, which will suit a wide variety of Thanksgiving needs....

If you’re after a look that looks timeless and natural and feels calming and tranquil, then dark moss and terracotta is the palette for your space. The trending aesthetic is perfect for the person who loves to spend time in nature and wants to infuse their abode with earthy colors. There are endless ways to incorporate these beautiful shades in a space, whether that’s through a lush velvet green sofa, or something smaller like terra cotta planters and a couple of grassy-hued throw pillows....

On This Episode Student loan debt can make you feel like you’re never going to get ahead, especially when your total student loan balance is hundreds of thousands of dollars, as it is for this week’s listener. In this episode, host Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, interviews Melissa Jean-Baptiste, the founder of Millennial in Debt, about her journey of paying off $102,000 of debt, and her strategies for anyone else trying to do the same....

When the new Everspring products landed on my desk at the Real Simple office, I immediately bust into the pack of multi-purpose cleaning wipes and started handing them out. Of course, my coworkers never turn down an opportunity to do a little impromptu desk cleaning, so we set to scrubbing. With scents like Lemon & Mint and Citrus & Basil, the wipes smell noticeable better than similar options from other brands....

What are bottleneck bangs? Wondering the difference between bottleneck bangs vs curtain bangs? Similar to curtain bangs, bottleneck bangs are about 1 to 2 inches of wispy, lash-skimming bangs with angled, cheekbone-framing pieces on each side. However, they resemble the shape and slope of a bottleneck because they start shorter at the top and graduate to longer pieces that curve around the eye and cheek line. This type of face-framing is a hot commodity right now for multiple reasons....

In a TikTok posted earlier this month by a user who goes by the handle @elizabethanneventer, an eager TJ’s customer is apparently seen persuading other Trader Joe’s shoppers to stock up on the delicious citrus fruit. “Obsessed with this woman on line at the 72nd Street Trader Joe’s convincing everyone else to buy Sumo oranges too,” text over the clip reads. The viral TikTok, which has been viewed more than 6....

No longer relegated to health food stores, natural or green beauty has hit the mainstream—in a big way. Whether you’re shopping at a drugstore or Sephora, the sheer volume of products labeled as clean, green, natural, non-toxic (you get the picture) can be dizzying. Sure, this might make the shopping process a little more daunting, but isn’t it a good thing that everyone has hopped on the natural beauty bandwagon?...

Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that’s made by adding yeast and a culture of bacteria to a mixture of black or green tea, sugar, and sometimes additional flavorings or fruit juice. After you blend the tea with sugar, it becomes kombucha with the help of something called S.C.O.B.Y., which stands for symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast. This live bacteria sets the stage for a fermentation process, which is what gives kombucha its slight effervescence and tart-and-tangy taste....

For example, if you are making two different recipes that both call for garlic, you may need two tablespoons of minced garlic for one and a half cup of thin slices for the other. Making a list will help you realize if you’re missing any essential ingredients from your pantry and need to make a last minute run to the store before it’s too late. RELATED: We Hate to Break It to You, but You’re Probably Chopping Your Herbs Incorrectly When it comes to mise en place, perhaps one of the most beneficial tools to keep readily available are small bowls or containers you can put your ready-to-go ingredients in....