What paint color matches your personality? According to Sherwin-Williams, the answer to that question will define home decor in 2027. The paint brand unveiled a collection of 48 colors as part of its trend forecast for next year, noting that the hues are meant to be mixed and matched to create something that’s individual to each homeowner. Color marketing manager Emily Kantz explained that it’s an antidote to the “sameness” that defined previous years. She told Real Simple: “Everything looked beautiful, but you couldn’t determine somebody’s personality from it. People were looking for something to express themselves with.” See the color collection.
Must Reads
A secluded spot is landing a place on many travelers’ bucket lists — and you’re probably quite familiar with it
Experimental Treatment Offers Hope for People With a Dairy Allergy
Tatiana Kutina—iStock/Getty Images Plus
In exciting news for the millions of people with a dairy allergy, an experimental treatment is showing promise for those who have severe reactions to milk. One such individual is Julian, a 16-year-old who went from experiencing anaphylactic shock when he was even near milk to being able to eat ice cream and pizza without an adverse reaction. The turnaround comes three years after Julian joined the Tolerance Induction Program at the Food Allergy Institute, where he was regularly exposed to small amounts of different milks, including camel’s milk, mare’s milk, and donkey milk, before trying cow’s milk. Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, the CEO of the institute, explained to ABC News, “We have to induce tolerance in a series of steps ... using technology and using biosimilar proteins.” Although scientific evidence on the efficacy of the program is currently limited and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology still recommends avoidance as the only way to manage dairy allergies, the treatment could help some people achieve more food freedom. (Note: The program costs about $1,000 a month, but it may be eligible for coverage under some insurance plans.) Randhawa said Julian will continue to need regular exposure to dairy for the successful effects to continue, which doesn’t sound like it will be too much of a hassle for the high schooler. “Just the other day, my school had an event, and there was food everywhere, and I just started eating it without asking what was in it or without worrying about dairy or how much I was eating,” he said. “It was really fun.”
Together With New York Life
New York Life Puts You First — So You Can Put Your People First
Some pretty important people count on you. Life insurance can provide peace of mind by helping protect the people who matter most. New York Life is here to support you and turn your love into a bright future. Click below to find the financial strategy that’s right for you.
When It Comes to Teamwork, AI Might Want to Take Notes From Ants
Suphameth Jaruthaninphong—Moment/Getty Images
It’s no secret that teamwork makes the dream work for ants — as evidenced yet again in a recent study that found bigger groups of ants navigated complex scenarios more efficiently than teams with fewer ants. Here’s where things got even more interesting: After having the ants complete problem-solving tasks, the researchers ran computer simulations to test if machine learning programs could mimic how large ant colonies tackled difficult mazes. They saw that while AI could solve simple puzzles, it was less efficient in harder scenarios unless manually programmed to function with specific “ant-like” properties. Looking ahead, the hope is that these insights could inspire the development of new AI systemsand lead to a deeper understanding of the wonderfully collaborative world of ants. “We are now trying to understand how ants fine-tune their behavior to be able to generalize and solve a huge variety of puzzles,” senior author Ofer Feinerman told Phys.org. “Specifically, we want to look at whether this impressive property comes from the brain of individual ants or from properties of the collective that we have yet to understand.” Watch the ants problem-solve.
Humanity
The Story Behind Kentucky’s Bipartisan Childcare Legislation
Maskot/Getty Images
People from both sides of the aisle in Kentucky recently came together in support of a bill addressing the state’s childcare needs after progress on the topic had stalled for years — a hopeful sign of collaboration at a time that can feel hopelessly polarized. In House Bill 6, which became law in the spring, the state expanded codified free childcare for childcare providers, created a kindergarten readiness pilot program, and increased the subsidy rate to cover operational costs better. It also requires training for those caring for children with special needs. Getting to the point of passing the law with bipartisan support is a positive story in itself, as it was the result of an 18-month task force meant to bridge ideological divides. Discussions on the matter among 40 stakeholders were facilitated by the nonprofit Convergence Center for Policy Resolution, the Kentucky Chamber Foundation, and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Center for Policy and Research to iron out disagreements and urge diverse leaders to come to a practical compromise that considered both families and businesses. “We know that this bill isn’t going to be enough for some and it’s too much for others, but House Bill 6 lays the foundation for building a stronger and more sustainable private childcare network,” primary bill sponsor Rep. Samara Heavrin previously said, per the Kentucky Lantern. She added: “More efforts will be needed in the future, but this will initiate work that should have happened years ago.”
In Other News
Neil Armstrong’s childhood home is on the market for the first time in decades — take a look inside (read more)
The first solar-powered ambulance was designed by Dutch students to provide off-grid care in remote areas (read more)
Serena and Venus Williams are set to play doubles together at the Cincinnati Open this month (read more)
It’s a girl! Princess Eugenie gave birth Monday to a new addition to the British royal family (read more)
A rare baby albino porcupine is receiving TLC and lots of carrots at a rescue center in Maine (read more)
Inspiring Story
A transformative camp
A magic show, swim time, arts and crafts, and a dance party? It’s just another day at Camp Simcha in New York, where kids with cancer and chronic illnesses can enjoy the pillar of childhood that is sleepaway camp. For two weeks, Camp Simcha offers both summertime recreation and around-the-clock care from on-site nurses, doctors, paramedics, and a physical therapist, all for free thanks to funding from the nonprofit Chai Lifeline. See the happy campers.
Photo of the Day
Matt Jelonek/Getty Images
Copenhagen Fashion Week is in full swing! As much as the runway is delivering lovely looks for the event’s 20th anniversary, the outfits on the Danish city’s sidewalks are making for a fashion show in their own right. Scroll through some of the street style ensembles.
Periea’s Storage Set Makes Disorganized Messes Disappear
Now you see it, now you don’t! Like magic, this eight-piece storage box set from Periea makes messes disappear. A savvy solution for out-of-season clothes and limited closet space, the boxescome in a variety of sizes to accommodate all sorts of stuff (think holiday decorations, extra bedding, crafting supplies). The collapsible design means the containers can stay out of sight when not in use, but with so many delightful color options, you might want to keep them in full view.
