Spreading Vaccines – Harm to Children
Many vaccines are given to children these days, which is a good thing: it means that they are protected from many diseases. But some parents […]
Continue reading »Month: September 2015
Use Dry Ice to Make a Soft, Ice-Free Serving
Some of our favorite warm-weather recipes include uncooked frozen desserts like blackberry and lemon ice cream, but if you don’t have an ice cream maker, […]
Continue reading »Most Viewed Posts This Week: September 11th – 18th
This week we covered all the new features in iOS 9, learned what it’s like to live with an anxiety disorder, took a ride through […]
Continue reading »Turn Your IKEA Lack Table Into a Light Box
The IKEA Lack table only costs $ 8 and you can effortlessly convert it into a photo / lighting table. When you cut off a […]
Continue reading »Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With These Burgers
“Official” food celebrations can be fake, but sometimes they lead to discounts or even free stuff. At the very least, knowing that September 18 is […]
Continue reading »New Hotspot Shield Web Extensions Help You Bypass Geographic Content Blocks
Chrome / Firefox: Hotspot Shield, the VPN we talked about earlier , just introduced a couple of proxy browser extensions with the ability to set […]
Continue reading »All Types of Wood Screws You Can Use for Your Next Project
Modern wood screws are available in a variety of varieties, all designed for maximum holding capacity for a wide variety of wood species. This is […]
Continue reading »What to Do If Your Child Is Lying to You
According to some studies, the typical four-year-old will lie about once every two hours. The typical six-year-old lies even more often (hourly)! Colleagues Parents: What […]
Continue reading »Forgot Your ID? Even a Costco Card Will Guide You Through the Airport
Although you should always travel with your driver’s license or passport, forgetfulness does occur. Erica Ho of MapHappy notes that no matter what, you should […]
Continue reading »Avoid “tourist Tax” by Only Shopping for Priced Shops
Your travel budget increases dramatically when you can account for every dollar. Look for shops with clearly marked prices to avoid charging a huge “tourist […]
Continue reading »Use Cream Cheese to Make the Creamiest Grilled Cheese Sandwich
I’ve always been pretty straightforward when it comes to grilled cheese sandwiches, so I resisted a little when Epicurious’s Anna Stockwell suggested adding in one […]
Continue reading »Build Like Ahmed With These Awesome Electronics Projects
You have no doubt heard of Ahmed Mohamed, a high school student who was arrested for bringing a watch to school that he built to […]
Continue reading »Wenpcfg Hides Links by Default in Windows Explorer Sidebar
Windows: Windows Explorer has many sidebar links for quick access to places you might need. However, if you don’t visit your homegroup often, the tiny […]
Continue reading »Ask, “What If I Can Never Buy Anything?” to Recalibrate Your Expenses
Impulse buying can ruin your budget faster than you can say, “Are they putting on Christmas decorations already?” If you want to change your shopping […]
Continue reading »This Chart Shows How Long It Takes IOS and Nexus Devices to Receive Updates.
When you buy a new phone, you might be wise to know how long it will receive software updates. This chart will help you understand […]
Continue reading »Ask These Two Questions to End Constant Fights in a Relationship.
After several years of living together, it is easy to quarrel with your partner about the mundane things. Ignoring each other the smallest details of […]
Continue reading »Learn All the Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10 With This Cheat Sheet
Windows 10 comes with several new keyboard shortcuts to enable new features like virtual desktop and action center . Here’s a handy table of shortcuts […]
Continue reading »Holo Remastered Home Screen
Android may have abandoned Holo in favor of brighter pastures, but not everyone has forgotten. This design combines an old blue holographic hue with a […]
Continue reading »Best Free IOS Fitness Apps According to Sports Scientists
The iOS App Store is full of free fitness apps that promise to deliver the ultimate science-based workout. However, a recent investigation shows that most […]
Continue reading »The Best Time to Take a Break Is Noon, Not Noon
In the afternoons, most of us hit a productivity wall and feel the need for a break, but new research suggests it might be better […]
Continue reading »Rinse Rice and Other Grains Quickly With a French Press
Some types of rice and grains are best washed before cooking, but this can be a tedious process. By using a French press, you can […]
Continue reading »I’m Chris Martin, CTO of Pandora, and This Is How I Work
For over a decade, Pandora has been streaming music online through customizable smart radio stations. With over 1.5 million songs, Pandora is the soundtrack for […]
Continue reading »1Password for IOS Adds Support for Multitasking and Spotlight Search
iOS: With iOS 9, all kinds of apps are getting updates, but one of the most useful ones so far is from 1Password. Now, in […]
Continue reading »Google Will Match Your Donation to the Refugee Crisis
It is difficult to know where to donate to charity when we are worried about so many questions. If you are looking to make a […]
Continue reading »Apple’s ICloud Storage Plans Are Now Much Cheaper
Apple has revised the prices for iCloud so that they are now more favorable. For $ 0.99 a month, you now get 50GB of storage […]
Continue reading »“The Secret of Being Loved Is to Love Others.”
Everyone wants to be liked, but it seems that some people are liked more than others. The secret of how to please people: to please […]
Continue reading »Can You Tell the Difference Between 720p, 1080p, and 4K? This Diagram Can Tell You
When I rip my Blu-ray discs for home theater PCs , I always argue whether to rip in 720p or 1080p. Do I really see […]
Continue reading »How to Understand Countless Confusing Cold Medicines
There are two ways to choose your favorite cold medicine when you go to the store. One is to remember the brand name you used […]
Continue reading »DIY TV Limiter Ensures You Won’t Watch for Too Long
If you tend to watch without overeating for hours (thanks, Netflix autoplay), your willpower may need a little help. This DIY TV limiter can turn […]
Continue reading »Use a Torque Wrench to Prevent Over-Tightening the Bolts.
Every DIY locksmith should have a torque wrench handy to prevent stripping and over-tightening the bolts. Many bolts used in the construction of cars and […]
Continue reading »Experimenting Leads to Growth Even When It Fails
Improving your life requires experimentation, whether it’s productivity, personal finance, health, or whatever. Even if you end up losing, you will probably learn something. You’ve […]
Continue reading »Remake an Old Dresser Drawer for Easy Under-Bed Storage
Under the bed is one of the best places to find extra storage space when space is tight. If you have an old dresser that […]
Continue reading »I Ate a Bunch of Vegan Cheese and It Turned Out to Be Quite Tasty
I’m not vegan in any way, but living in Portland, Oregon made me a bit “vegan curious.” There are trendy vegan restaurants, vegan tasting menus […]
Continue reading »Move to IOS Is Apple’s First Android App to Help Migrate to Your IPhone
Android: Apple isn’t usually overly keen on building apps for Android users. However, if you’re looking to get off the ship, Apple finally has one […]
Continue reading »What’s the Best Portable Power Strip?
Whether you’re working in an airport, library, or office conference room, you could probably use a few additional ports to connect your equipment. A good […]
Continue reading »Super Logout Logs You Out of Dozens of Services at the Same Time
Logging out of your account when you’ve finished using a computer other than yours is just good security. If you have multiple accounts and want […]
Continue reading »How to Minimize the Risk of Injury When Lifting Heavy Weights
One day my mom watched a video of me doing deadlifts and she cringed in fear that I was going to get hurt. In fact, […]
Continue reading »Watch CNN’s Republican Debate Online, No Cable
CNN is hosting today’s Republican Debate at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT, but if you don’t have cable, you can watch it on […]
Continue reading »Pristine Desktop
The Mackenzie desktop is a great place to relax in the woods, which reduces stress just by looking at it – making it perfect for […]
Continue reading »This Checklist Explains How to Properly Store Your Gas Mower for the Winter.
When the weather starts to cool down, the equipment you use for yard work changes from mowers to rakes. This checklist will show you how […]
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