By Mukesh 
I grew up in Washington, D.C., so I know a thing or two about the cherry blossoms, including how to avoid all the tourists during peak bloom. On Roosevelt Island in New York, locals have formed a group called the Petal Protectors. They work to keep tourists and “springstagrammers” from damaging the trees.
Here’s what you need to know
On a lighter note …
Two things you didn’t really need to know but now do:
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How well you will age? Take this quiz, but don’t worry, it isn’t a scientific assessment. (Though I’m happy it says all I need is a little more exercise.)
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An Orthodox Jewish rabbi, Shalom Landau, has become an unlikely social media star. Many of his followers aren’t Jewish, but they come for his wisdom on finances, marriage and life.
My freezer at home is like the abyss. So many weird things get lost in its depths. I’m in desperate need of a reorganization, and when I finally decide to lock in, I’ll use these tips.