Don’t Fall for Loan Sharks Just Because They Have Trendy Branding
We all know that lenders, moneylenders and credit cards profit when you go into debt, and therefore they can be dangerous. But many of these […]
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Here’s How T-Mobile Customers Can Get Free Netflix
T-Mobile customers are going to get some free video streaming perks if they have the right plan. The wireless carrier’s latest promotion is offering current […]
Continue reading »This Tool Shows You How Far You Have to Travel to Get to the Nearest Abortion Clinic.
You can get the rest of your health care at any hospital or clinic in the city, but many laws and concerns make it much […]
Continue reading »USDA Maple Syrup Grade Guide
My parents are from Vermont and Maine, so I take maple syrup very seriously. So serious, in fact, that I completely skipped the USDA 2015 […]
Continue reading »The Library (Usually) Doesn’t Want Your Used Books
You’d think the library would want to use your used books! But beyond the occasional sale of used books, libraries usually only get their books […]
Continue reading »Today Is Friday
In the simplest life hack we have ever provided, we are proud to inform you that today is Friday. As the Science of Us blog […]
Continue reading »Seven Tips to Make Your Instagram Feed Outstanding
So you’ve got Instagram for a while and upload photos on a regular basis, but nobody seems to care. No likes, no subscriptions, no comments. […]
Continue reading »What to Expect During Your First Colonoscopy
Not that many people are thrilled at the prospect of a doctor’s asshole, but consider the alternative: 50,000 people die of colorectal cancer every year. […]
Continue reading »Our Five Favorite Tension Rod Tips for Parents
Along with the pool noodles of choice , the Tension Bar is one of those versatile pieces that make you feel like a real MacGyver […]
Continue reading »The Google Drive Desktop App Now Supports Backup and Sync. Here’s What You Need to Know [updated]
FIX (9/8/17, 10:15 AM): An earlier version of this post incorrectly said that Google is getting rid of Google Drive entirely, rather than updating the […]
Continue reading »Equifax Hackers May Have Your Social Security and Credit Card Numbers
Equifax announced that a “cybersecurity incident” occurred on Wednesday , affecting 143 million US consumers. Between mid-May and July of this year, hackers were able […]
Continue reading »Really in Bats? You Need This Bat-Locator App
Bats are extremely poorly understood. Maybe it’s because they are not nice, or because they are nocturnal and we don’t see them very often, or, […]
Continue reading »Eat Tacos Over Tortilla to Make Another Taco
It is very rare that my hot mess status ends up positively, but it turns out that my slovenliness can help me put more tacos […]
Continue reading »You Can Brag About Your Resume, Just Do It Right
Your resume is often the first impression from recruiters, so it’s important to make sure you present the good side of your career. If you […]
Continue reading »The “facts” About Condoms Taught in Many Schools Are Wrong
Friends, you were lied to. I mean, probably in different ways, but especially if you have had any non-sex health activities. Today we are going […]
Continue reading »Nearly 1.5 Million Acres of Land Are Burning in the West: What You Need to Know Right Now
As states in the South grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and the potential damage from Hurricane Irma, the hot and overly dry West […]
Continue reading »Where to Find the Best Collections of Regional Dialects and Local Accents
Whether you’re trying to learn accent for an acting role , understand an ESL speaker, or just hear funny British accents, there are tons of […]
Continue reading »Refreshing Meals to Eat During the Heat
It was quite hot for the western US, and some states are literally on fire ( watch out there ). If you’re trying to make […]
Continue reading »When Should Your Kids Stop Seeing You Naked?
When you are a parent of young children, the question is not whether they will see you naked, and in how much time it will […]
Continue reading »Make a Flavorful Shrimp Shell Broth
When I have the opportunity to buy shrimp in shell or, even better, on the forehead, I use it. The most delicious way is to […]
Continue reading »When to Say No to a Cop
I’ll tell you right away: it’s easier for a white nurse than for a black motorist to say no to a cop. In a video […]
Continue reading »Duolingo, a Language Learning App, Now Teaches Korean
Duolingo recently added an excellent Japanese language curriculum to their app, and now they are complementing it with another great Korean language course. Good time […]
Continue reading »Category 6 Hurricane Does Not Exist
Hurricane categories range from 1 (wind speed 76 mph) to 5 (157 mph and above). Category 6 does not exist, even for record storms like […]
Continue reading »Drawing a Beginner? Start With These Basics to Build Confidence
If you are the type of person who shies away from sketching anything more complex than bulging eyeballs or a figurine on the back of […]
Continue reading »How to Remove Crayon Stains From Absolutely Everything
Jolie Kerr is a cleaning expert, advice columnist, and New York Times bestselling author of My Boyfriend Is Boiling In My Purse … And Other […]
Continue reading »How to Enable Twitter’s New Night Mode
Whether you’re sitting in a dark conference room or snuggling up in bed before bed, hacking into your laptop to watch Twitter can feel like […]
Continue reading »My Name Is Matt McCue, Editor-in-Chief of 99U and This Is How I Work
As Editor-in-Chief of 99U , Adobe’s publication for creative professionals, Matt McCue oversees articles on topics such as customer experience, storytelling and productivity, as well […]
Continue reading »We Tried the $ 5 Target Wine and It Hurt a Little
It’s good to drink, but it’s better to drink cheap, so I was very excited when my editor alerted me to the existence of California […]
Continue reading »Schools Should Start Later When Teenage Brains Are Ready to Learn
There’s a reason teenagers sleep in class, and this isn’t just the last lecture on polynomials. They are sleepy. And the reason they want to […]
Continue reading »Why You Should Seek Solitude When You Are Angry
Welcome back to Mid-Week Meditations , Lifehacker’s weekly dive into the pool of stoic wisdom and how you can use its waters to meditate and […]
Continue reading »How to Combine Weed With Food
One of the great things about marijuana is how good it tastes. While there’s really no wrong way to eat while high, you can get […]
Continue reading »Surface Laptop Owners Can Still Upgrade From Windows 10 S to Windows 10 Pro for Free
Microsoft Surface Laptop owners released in June have a little more time to upgrade from the included Windows 10 S to the fully functional Windows […]
Continue reading »The Easiest, Tastiest Way to Replenish Your Protein Reserves
Any amount of protein you get will work for your everyday meal. But if you’re trying to build muscle or want to maintain a high […]
Continue reading »You May Need a Frozen Condom to Relieve Postpartum Vaginal Trauma
Childbirth injuries are not fun. First, these are our most tender moments that we are talking about here, the places that we usually want to […]
Continue reading »Students Can Access the Times and Unlimited Magazines for $ 1.87 Per Week
College may be the best time to explore the world around you from newspapers and periodicals, but it is also probably the worst time when […]
Continue reading »Don’t Go Outside All Day With This Sunny Shoulder Bag
Traveling light can mean carrying only the essentials, but it can make it difficult to stay connected if you’re on the go without being able […]
Continue reading »This Visual Shows the Increasing Strength Between Each Hurricane Category.
Hurricane Harvey hit the Texas coast on August 25 as aCategory 4 hurricane . Irma hit the northern Lesser Antilles earlier this week as a […]
Continue reading »Talking About Hurricanes With Climate Change Deniers
The earth is getting warmer. It is a fact. And as the earth gets warmer, we expect to see more and more violent hurricanes. This […]
Continue reading »So, Are You Going to Buy or Rent Your Next Phone?
If you’ve had the same phone for a while, you may have felt the urge to upgrade, even if prices are astronomical right now. The […]
Continue reading »How to Embarrass Your Teenage Boy the Right Way
Oh, this boy. You gave him life, and now he writhes in agony every time you shake with her, as you lead him and his […]
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