Most Viewed Posts This Week: April 24 – May 1
This week, we cheered up romance , shopped groceries , followed red flags for job searches, and opened up a few secret Roku channels . Here’s a look back.
Never Stop Dating Your Significant Friend Using the 2-2-2 Rule
It’s easy to calm down in a long-term relationship. If you need a little help maintaining a romantic relationship, follow this rule to date regularly .
Top 10 mistakes we make when buying products (and how to fix them)
Grocery shopping is one of those versatile tasks that most of us could probably do better, whether it’s saving money on food or less time shopping . Here are ten common mistakes we make at the grocery store and how to avoid them.
Red flags to look out for when looking for a job
In the same way that companies need to weed out good candidates from bad ones, you need to be able to distinguish between good companies and jobs that are just wasting your time. Here are some red flags in job descriptions and interviews that can alert you to a potentially terrible job.
Best Roku Private Channels and How to Install Them
As if Roku doesn’t have enough channels already, there is a decent selection of “private” channels that you won’t find in the Channel Store. Here are some of the best private channels to look out for.
The five best knives for everyday wear
A reliable knife is indispensable. Whether you just use it to open boxes and bags, trim or strip cable, cut rope for camping or any outdoor activities, or just to have one in case you need it, you have there are many options. This week we’ll look at five great options based on your nominations.
Top US Colleges Based on Graduate Salary
Because college is so expensive , choosing where to go for yourself or your kids is very important. The new study ranks two- and four-year colleges based on how much each college is likely to increase its students’ earnings.
Build a Great Robot Arm: The Perfect Arduino Project for Beginners
Arduino is a cheap and fun way to build your own electronics . It can also be difficult to get started. Here, we’ll show you how to get a comprehensive Arduino tutorial with an awesome project: building a cute robot hand .
How long will my hard drives really last?
Dear Lifehacker, I know hard drives can fail, but how long will they really last? Will they last longer if I don’t use them as often?
This calculator will help you to crack any basic combination lock in 8 attempts
Forgot your Master Lock combo? Or do you need some incentive not to use the Master’s lock? There is a website for this.
How to speed up your morning routine and get out on time
If you can truly wake up when the alarm goes off , the only thing stopping you from going out the door on time is your morning routine. Here are some tips to help you speed up the process so you can get some sleep later, get some more sleep, and still have time to prepare for the day.
Hang these drawings on your refrigerator so you never waste food again
Every year people throw away tons of food – a serious and sad problem. If you occasionally throw food away because it has gone bad, these printouts may help you.
This chart shows what you need to save each year to send your child to college.
College is incredibly expensive and prices only go up. This chart shows how much you need to save for your child’s expenses annually, depending on what you plan to do, how old he is, when you start saving money, and whether they are attending a private or public university.
These bodyweight exercises will take you beyond push-ups.
Working out without equipment is comfortable and can build strength , but when you get bored with push-ups and squats, here are some advanced techniques to try.
Can I be overweight and stay healthy?
Dear Lifehacker, I am a fat man who has struggled my whole life to lose weight. My doctor told me that my BMI is in the “overweight” category. To be honest, I’m happy with my body. I have no health problems and I try to lead a healthy lifestyle as much as possible. Can you be overweight and stay healthy?