Metropolitan Home is being put to bed for good.

I suffered reflux trying to digest the death of Gourmet, one of four Condé Nast publications closed recently. I didn’t sample the food bible much but felt nostalgic about it as an American institution. I only picked up Modern Bride a few times when plotting my wedding. (I had the main prop but needed flowers and a dress.)

Now, achy-breaky heartburn ensues from Hachette’s news about …

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Since you splurged on the new iPhone, you’ve downloaded the best green apps and researched fun things you use it for as you’re going green. But, being the eco geek that you are, you’ll also want a cool, sustainable iPhone cover, right? Here are our favorites.

The Solar-Powered Charging Case comes equipped with a built-in solar panel to restore battery power by harnessing energy from the sun, all while protecting your iPhone from damage….

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It’s always a great idea to bring lots of accessories on a trip, right?

After all, sometimes the poor clothing choices we made need help. And who knew it would be 40 degrees in Dallas the day you got there? By accessorizing with a great ring, necklace or pair of earrings you can whip that travel wardrobe right into shape and reuse the one pair of emergency jeans you brought without notice.

But, if you’re anything like me, you toss those accessories in little plastic bags and

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