Mix Espresso and Cola for the Perfect Afternoon Meal
The best way for adults to “get energized” is to get enough sleep, eat food that grows from the earth, and exercise (which I swear […]
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Don’t Get Hung up on a 401 (K) Match If It Ruins Your Finances
If you are in the business of personal finance, then what you are about to read may not be to your liking. In fact, it […]
Continue reading »Don’t Apologize When Asking for Something You Need
You know the script. You have a friend who has some of your belongings, or who has money. Weeks passed. You finally decide to bring […]
Continue reading »DAEMON Sync Shares Files Via Local Wi-Fi, No Internet Required
Dropbox can make it easier to sync files between devices, but if you want to skip the middleman, DAEMON Sync only lets you do the […]
Continue reading »You Only Get What You Are Ready to Negotiate About
When you think about how much something is worth or your own salary, you are probably thinking about what the thing is “worth” or what […]
Continue reading »Fitness Is a Journey and It Doesn’t Have to Suck
With every weight loss success story, it is difficult to avoid over-focusing on someone’s visual change or the amount of pounds lost. Unfortunately, if you […]
Continue reading »Bright Color Main Screen
Offended by the end of that summer? Relieve sadness or celebrate a color change! – with today’s home screen design. With a vibrant purple and […]
Continue reading »Difference Between Fact, Hypothesis, Theory and Law in Science
Words such as “fact”, “theory” and “law” are often used. However, when it comes to science, they have something very specific in mind; and knowing […]
Continue reading »Use Sour Milk for Pancakes and Waffles
Many of us have a tendency to throw away food as soon as it reaches the specified expiration date, but there are still many benefits […]
Continue reading »What’s Your Favorite Music to Work With?
Music can make you skip a step and turn your frown upside down. It can also distract you from distractions and increase your productivity . […]
Continue reading »I’m Mike Rowe, Host of Somebody’s Gotta Do It, and This Is How I Work
Over the years, Mike Roe has traveled the country to meet people whose painstaking, often thankless work drives the world forward. And in different shows […]
Continue reading »The Real Test of Your Relationship: Canoeing or Shopping at IKEA
Before you decide to settle down with someone, it’s a good idea to learn how they handle stressful situations. Take your pick: go canoeing or […]
Continue reading »Ceceree Creates Wishlists for Mac and IOS Apps and Tracks Price Drops
Mac: Are you the type of person who buys a lot of apps? Ceceree is a Mac app that makes this experience a little better. […]
Continue reading »IOS 9 Lock Screen Vulnerability Gives Attackers Access to Your Photos and Contacts
It seems that every time we get a new version of iOS, someone finds a way to bypass the password and figure out the parts […]
Continue reading »Top 100 Flexible Payout Companies
US employers generally lag far behind employers in other countries when it comes to things like parental leave, flexible hours, and gender equality. But not […]
Continue reading »Google Keep Is Now Available on IOS
iOS: We’re big fans of Google Keep , Google Notes and Tasks , but have long regretted the lack of a dedicated iOS app. Google […]
Continue reading »Do You Really Need a Good Night’s Sleep to Exercise Well?
Sleep well is a classic tip before a big race or competition. But if you’ve been sitting up late choosing your best laces and then […]
Continue reading »See a Broken Website on IOS? Check Your Ad Blocker
Ad blocking is perhaps the most popular feature in iOS 9, but it seems to be causing problems already, namely completely hacking some online shopping […]
Continue reading »Ledge Helps You Lend Money to Friends and Earn Interest
(Android / iOS): You’ve heard the rule: never give money to friends or family. But if you plan to do it anyway, or if you […]
Continue reading »Maintain Eye Contact With the Right Number of Eyes by Following the 60 Percent Rule
Maintaining eye contact is important when talking to someone, but too much eye contact can be uncomfortable. What is a socially awkward person to do? […]
Continue reading »Create a DIY Storage Container That Can Be Stored Almost Anywhere
Over the years, we DIY craftsmen accumulate leftovers of screws, nails, nuts and bolts from every project. This wheeled storage trolley can hold a ton […]
Continue reading »Five Healthy Cooking Methods No One Teaches
Most of us learn to cook through trial and error, through the Food Network, or force-feed ourselves when no one else will. Naturally, no one […]
Continue reading »How Much Money Will You Save With These Common Energy Saving Strategies
Reducing your electricity consumption can save you a little money, but the savings can vary. For example, turning off an idle phone will save you […]
Continue reading »Cruise Routes With the Best (and Worst) Alcohol Policy
Bringing alcohol on a trip is a great way to save money, but cruises have a reputation for strict BYOB regulations. Before you attempt to […]
Continue reading »Forget Red Delicious: Here Are Apples to Use for Everything
Apples may seem rather boring at first glance ( is this the fruit that humanity was banished from paradise from?), But a perfectly crispy, sweet […]
Continue reading »If You Have a Good Budget, You Don’t Need to Feel Guilty About Every Purchase.
Planning your money is a good, healthy habit, and it creates a terrible sense of guilt. However, if you’ve gotten to the point where you […]
Continue reading »What’s the Best USB 3.0 Flash Drive?
USB drives may seem like ancient history, but they are cheaper than ever, smaller than ever, and faster than ever. This week we’re wondering which […]
Continue reading »This Video Talks About All the Possible Wrong Things.
Packing for a trip is an onerous art. We all need to do this from time to time, but most of us are probably doing […]
Continue reading »How the Latest Generation of Credit Cards Protects Your Information From Theft
Have your credit card information been stolen recently? You’re not alone. This has happened to me a couple of times in the last year, and […]
Continue reading »Aincrad’s Desktop
Look, you may love or hate SAO, but this desktop is pretty cute, and it came to us from frequent Jalop commenter, jester74 . It’s […]
Continue reading »Stop Peeling Root Vegetables
The skins of most fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients and fiber, which you miss when you peel them, but when someone reaches for […]
Continue reading »Former FBI Agent Ploy to Find a Liar: Hear They Say No
The word no is often used by liars trying to cover their tracks. According to the former FBI counterintelligence agent, the way someone speaks could […]
Continue reading »Safely Remove Leaves From Gutters With the DIY Shop-Vac Add-On
In the fall, leaves can clog gutters and cause serious problems if you don’t take preventive measures . This DIY PVC tube extension will fit […]
Continue reading »Swipe to Delete Alarm in IOS 9
For some reason, if you wanted to delete an alarm in iOS, you always had to hit Edit and then delete every alarm from there. […]
Continue reading »Bring the Pot of Water up Faster by Heating Half of It in the Microwave
It doesn’t take hours to boil water, but sometimes you are in a hurry. This microwave oven trick can almost halve the time it takes […]
Continue reading »Fantastical 2 for Mac Adds New Settings, Trackpad Scrolling and More
Mac: Despite the cost, we were fans of Fantastical 2 when it was released earlier this year. It is now slightly better with several new […]
Continue reading »What Will the Government Stop Mean to You?
If Congress fails to approve the 2016 budget by September 30, i.e. before the end of this fiscal year, the US government will close its […]
Continue reading »Superfoods Are Not Great. This Should Be Your Regular Meal.
It’s easy to pat yourself on the back for one vegetable you ate today, and if you don’t usually eat anything, be sure to celebrate […]
Continue reading »10 Best Ways to Reveal Your Inner Evil
For Lifehacker’s 10th anniversary, we’ve reviewed some of our favorite posts from the past decade, and no list would be complete without the inclusion of […]
Continue reading »This Video Explains Why Gender Equality Is Good for Everyone, Including Men
In his TED talk, Michael Kimmel, sociologist and author of Angry White Men , argues for promoting gender equality, not only because it’s right, but […]
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