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. Daily Edition • June 20, 2026 SUPPORTED BY The summer solstice is tomorrow, marking the official start of astronomical summer and the longest day of the year. What will you do with the extra daylight time? Consider taking inspiration from these nine cultural celebrations from around the world, including bonfires in Spain and ocean plunges in Puerto Rico. Must Reads Happy almost Father’s Day! This one’s for the dads who need a little vindication their jokes are, in fact, very good (plus a...

. Daily Edition • June 19, 2026 SUPPORTED BY Time flies: It’s been five years since June 19, aka Juneteenth, was made a federal holiday in the U.S. The commemoration itself goes back to this date in 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally got the news of the Emancipation Proclamation and, thus, their freedom. Thirty-three states and the District of Columbia have also adopted Juneteenth as a paid legal holiday — see if yours is one of them. Must Reads Feeling dehydrated? Here’s...

. Daily Edition • June 18, 2026 SUPPORTED BY How many of us go into summer saying this is the season we’re finally going to catch up on reading — only to find that our books become more like poolside accessories than activities? Well, there are ways to avoid that this time around. NPR’s top recommendation: “Allow yourself to read whenever, wherever.” Read the outlet’s five tips for reading more books this summer. Must Reads The Knicks celebrations continue — get the scoop on today’s...

Editors’ Picks • June 17, 2026 If you’re the owner of a waterproof notepad (yes, that’s a thing), you’ve likely had more than one brilliant idea while scrubbing down in the shower. And you’re no outlier — it’s a well-documented occurrence, with an entire subreddit dedicated to such “shower thoughts.” So why is that? Well, like many phenomena, science is on the case. Read our article below to learn why these “aha!” moments occur and how to help spark them when you aren’t soaking wet. Rebekah...

. Daily Edition • June 17, 2026 SUPPORTED BY Airports are liminal spaces — in-between places where we’re often rushing or stressing as we await our final destinations — but that doesn’t mean they can’t be easy on the eyes, too. The Prix Versailles, a prestigious architecture award, recently announced its list of the world’s most beautiful airports. Terminal 3 at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou, China, took the top spot: See the full list. Must Reads Got back pain? Try this...

. Daily Edition • June 16, 2026 SUPPORTED BY With 11 metros hosting matches and 39 hosting team base camps, the World Cup is showing off the welcoming spirit of U.S. cities. In the Boston area, a 6:30 a.m. wakeup call from kilt-clad bagpipers (aka Scotland fans) went viral — and led to an unexpected friendship. Then there’s Lawrence, Kansas, the small city that has embraced team Algeria with a heartwarming fervor. “I want to say thank you to Algeria for choosing Lawrence, Kansas,” one local...

. Daily Edition • June 15, 2026 SUPPORTED BY As you gear up for summer travels, you may want to add heat preparation to your to-do list alongside choosing restaurants and excursions. The next few months could be scorching, and that means you’re going to need to take precautions as a tourist to avoid heat-related illnesses. Some packing tips: light-colored, breathable clothes are your best friends, as are sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and a portable fan. Get more advice on traveling during...