How to Turn a Cocktail Into a Pie
Both dessert and cocktails come after dinner, but combining them is really a challenge. The best alcoholic desserts clearly distinguish between sweet treats and nightcaps; […]
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How to Introduce Your Child to Autism in Minecraft
It’s hard to say exactly why kids with autism are some of the greatest adherents of Minecraft, a computer game in which you build endless […]
Continue reading »How to Listen to Your Favorite YouTube Tracks Offline
Broadway superstars Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ben Platt dropped a bomb for theater fans early this morning, transforming two songs from their always-out-of-the-box musicals into a […]
Continue reading »Make a Card for Your Phone’s Lock Screen
The problem with using your significant other’s image as your phone’s wallpaper is that it’s embarrassing to ever change it. Luckily, my wife just changed […]
Continue reading »What You Need to Know About Raising Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve is expected to hike interest rates by 25 basis points (0.25 percent) this week, which could put you on the hook to […]
Continue reading »How Theater Taught Me Empathy
The theater gave me a lot. It was a place where my strange mannerisms and silly voices became unique instruments. Doing also made me break […]
Continue reading »How to Secure Your Cycling Shoes Like a Pro
I know that I am not the only one who faced this problem. The first time I tried cycling lessons, the instructor helped me to […]
Continue reading »Best Time of Day to Send Email
The most fleeting joy in this world is the sending of an important email, as it is inevitably replaced by the anxiety of waiting for […]
Continue reading »Use Your Training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation With This App
iOS / Android: Most people who learn CPR will never need to use it. But if someone falls over in a nearby restaurant while you […]
Continue reading »What Should We Bake Next?
Hello everyone, and welcome back to Will It Casserole , a column where we see what dishes, dishes and cuisines can be reimagined and turned […]
Continue reading »Why Is My USB Drive Not Showing up on My Computer?
Welcome to the first weekly Tech 911, our all-new tech tips column designed to help you solve problems with your desktop, laptop, or other favorite […]
Continue reading »How Not to Worry When Your Child Is in Pain
Children often fall and are severely injured. This is a feature, not a bug. You have to crawl before you can walk, you have to […]
Continue reading »When to Expect a Government Service Loan Forgiveness
Each Monday, we address one of your pressing personal finance questions by seeking advice from several financial experts. If you have a general question or […]
Continue reading »How to Enable Amazon’s New Concise Mode for Alexa
Amazon’s digital assistant is chatty, and we don’t blame you if you’re tired of hearing HAL 9000-style “OK” every time you ask her to do […]
Continue reading »Tell Us Your Tips for Berlin
Before Iceland took over the Instagram crowd, Berlin was the coolest travel destination in Europe. The undivided German capital is a walking history lesson with […]
Continue reading »Now Is the Time to Check Which Third-Party Apps You Have Connected to Facebook
This weekend, The New York Times reported that profile information for 50 million Facebook users was compiled by Trump-affiliated think tank Cambridge Analytica through a […]
Continue reading »Listen to TV in a Crowded Bar With This App
It’s time for the March Madness, which means that many of us are crowding into bars to watch games, crowded bars where even if you […]
Continue reading »You Don’t Need to Use Your Room Key to Turn on the Lights in Your Hotel Room
At least half of the hotel rooms I’ve stayed in these days require you to insert your room key into the slot next to the […]
Continue reading »How to Make Real Irish Coffee
On a trip to Dublin a few years ago, I befriended a group of older Irish women at a bar one afternoon, just like everyone […]
Continue reading »If You’ve Ever Owned a PS3, Sony Could Owe You $ 65
If you bought the first version of the Sony PlayStation 3, you may be entitled to some money. On the day Sony released the product, […]
Continue reading »How to Use Google Lens on Your IPhone
Earlier this month, Google made Google Lens available for Android devices other than the Pixel, and this week it finally started rolling out the feature […]
Continue reading »Your Finances Must Be Boring.
Everyone wants to learn tips and tricks on how to get rich with as little effort as possible. How can we save money for a […]
Continue reading »Spend Toys R Us Gift Cards Now
We hate to interrupt your mourning for the passing of Toys R Us and are deeply concerned if Jeffrey will ever be able to get […]
Continue reading »Lonely Nostalgia YouTube Playlist
The New Yorker yesterday posted an article about the emotional experience of listening to the metal version of Toto’s “Africa” on YouTube.The popular video mimics […]
Continue reading »How to Install Android Oreo on Verizon Galaxy S8 / S8 + Now
According to multiple sources, Verizon is officially launching Android today for Galaxy S8 and S8 + owners – the first US carrier to do so. […]
Continue reading »How to Tie a Shoe With One Hand
Most of us have learned to tie our shoes in a certain way with both hands. A story about a rabbit climbing into a hole […]
Continue reading »Yes, Buy Yourself a Bidet
When we last collected our staff’s weekly updates , our editors acknowledged our caffeine addiction, tried our hand at Blue Apron food, made the most […]
Continue reading »The Death of the Fiduciary Rule Is Bad News for Your Retirement
The fiduciary rule is one step closer to death , which means your retirement manager can cheat you again. I’m sure they disagree with the […]
Continue reading »How to Remove Mac Screenshots From the Desktop
Yesterday we showed you how to get rid of your cluttered Mac desktop . But if you just want your Mac to stop saving screenshots […]
Continue reading »How to Restore the Classic Network Activity Indicator in Windows 10
When I reinstalled Windows 10 a few weeks ago, the thought came to my mind: I miss the old blinking network activity light that used […]
Continue reading »Happy Hour of Three Ingredients: a Stroller Called “desire”
Happy weekend everyone, and welcome back to Happy 3 Ingredient Hour , a weekly drinks column featuring very simple yet delicious libations. This week we […]
Continue reading »Why You Need a Roth IRA
A lot of ink has been shed on the relative superiority of Roth’s IRAs over traditional IRAs, but let’s take another look at how Roth, […]
Continue reading »How to Remove Shine
An old joke says that there is only one way to get rid of the glitter: move houses. I am one of that rare breed […]
Continue reading »How to Start Using Your New Samsung Galaxy S9
Happy launch day, new owners of Samsung Galaxy S9 and / or S9 +! Now that you have a new device (or are still updating […]
Continue reading »Cigarettes Must Be Illegal
Yesterday I received an email from the FDA that contained a flimsy statement: “Cigarettes are the only legitimate consumer product that, if used correctly, will […]
Continue reading »The Man Reclining in an Airplane Seat Is Not Your Enemy
The passenger on the plane in front of you slumped back roughly in your already cramped legroom. You grumble and passive-aggressively kick their place. They […]
Continue reading »How to Block Pop-up Notifications on a Website Using Firefox 59
For three days last week, I received a push notification every time Space.com posted an article. While I definitely love my share of space stories, […]
Continue reading »Go Ahead and Plant This Year’s Cheerios Seeds
Cheerios screwed up last year. They played out the seeds of “wildflowers” in a misguided attempt to get people interested in helping bees. The seeds […]
Continue reading »Here’s a Great Way to Teach Kids About Dental Hygiene.
Getting kids to brush their teeth willingly is a heroic task. Lord, why would they do it again if they did it just yesterday ? […]
Continue reading »What to Do With Coffee That You Haven’t Finished
I love coffee, but my mind and body are easily overwhelmed with caffeine, so I often end up with a cup or so of leftover […]
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