Stop Storing Clothes in Plastic Dry Cleaning Bags (and Use This Alternative Instead)
When you pick up clothes from the dry cleaners, they usually come in thin, clear plastic clothes bags. Once you get them home, it makes […]
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How to Open Windows That Were Drawn Closed
When a window has been closed for years – or even a long winter – it’s normal for it to stick a little when you […]
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How to Clean Faucet Aerators (and Why You Should)
Take a look at the bottom of the faucet of most modern kitchen and bathroom sinks and you’ll probably see a small round screen called […]
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The Difference Between Grasshoppers and Crickets (and How to Prevent Them From Invading Your Home This Fall)
Outside, the sound of grasshoppers and the chirping of crickets add to the atmosphere, especially in summer. But indoors, this noise can get boring very […]
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How to Paint Upholstery
When it comes to updating the interior of your home (especially on a budget), paint is your best friend. A few coats can transform a […]
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Is It Possible to Live Without Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Cash Apps?
The old adage “cash is everything” is no longer true. Card and app transactions account for about 60% of all purchases between $10 and $100, […]
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17 Series and Films About Real Women in Power
This post started out as a roundup of female power films – a nice tie-in to the upcoming release of Viola Davis ‘s historical epic […]
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You Must Fry the Apples in Oil Before You Bake Them.
Apples are great baked, pair well with other flavors, and are pretty versatile. Apple muffins, pies, crumbles and tarts are great gifts, breakfasts or snacks… […]
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How to Fix DLC Deletion Error on PS4
You have paid for your DLC, so you should have access to it at all times. Unfortunately, it seems that some PS4 players unexpectedly deleted […]
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Do It Now If You Are Separated From Your Pet After a Natural Disaster
It is very nerve-wracking to imagine any scenario in which you and your family are affected by a natural disaster, so you should always be […]
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How to Know You’re Being Quietly Fired (and Why It’s Nothing New)
You’ve heard of “quiet layoffs” of employees. Now get ready for the flip side of the buzzword: “silent shooting.” As we have pointed out earlier, […]
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How to Know If Your Child Really Needs Braces
Braces are a common thing for children, and chances are your child’s dentist will suggest that you consult an orthodontist at some point. (The American […]
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You Can Update Your PS5 Controller With a Windows PC
Is your PS5 controller acting up? Updating the firmware for your DualSense controller can quickly resolve many minor issues. If you have a PS5, it’s […]
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How to Clean a Car From Vomit
I have a dog that gets motion sick if the conditions are not ideal. I must refrain from eating if we are going to be […]
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Top Fall Trips & Activities in Each of the 50 States
Fall is a wonderful and practical time to travel: the scenery in the northern part of the country is especially delightful, the southern part offers […]
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How to Support a Burned Out Teenager
A teenager (and young adult) can be incredibly stressful. A recent survey by the American Stress Institute found that 64% of people ages 15 to […]
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How Moving Back Can Help Your Relationship Move Forward
Increased work responsibilities, reduced emotional capacity, unforeseen family circumstances—there’s no shortage of reasons why someone might need to step back from a relationship, at least […]
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A Guide to Child Culture for Adults Out of Touch With Reality: Did Harry Styles Really Spit on Chris Pine?
This week, some young people are learning that they don’t have a personal life at work. Others ask why they can’t make friends. But everyone […]
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This New IPhone 14 Feature Could Save Your Life in an Emergency
One of the new features of the upcoming iPhone 14 is satellite communications, a feature that could just save your life. Earlier this week, Apple […]
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When You Should (and Shouldn’t) Squeeze Your Shoulder Blades Together
Our shoulder blades can move in different directions. They can slide up and down, towards each other or away from each other, and rotate clockwise […]
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Why ESIM in IPhone 14 Might Be a Problem for You
Apple has a habit of aggressively removing features in the name of progress. They killed the Mac’s DVD drive when discs were still popular, removed […]
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These Sensory Activities Won’t Make a Big Mess in Your Home.
Sensory activity is a very important aspect of a child’s development. In particular, activities that include “dirty play” help children integrate different experiences into their […]
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Why You Feel Cranky on Your Rest Days (and What to Do About It)
Rest days are a commonly used tool for managing your workload while training. While not technically necessary , they can be a good idea, giving […]
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How to Remove Unwanted Texture From Walls
One of the basic principles of interior design – if you ever plan to sell your home – is to avoid choosing a more permanent […]
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11 Innovative Podcasts to Listen to If You’re Bored Podcasts
Maybe you love podcasts. You may have listened to every episode of every show featured on the Apple Podcasts homepage. And perhaps that’s how you […]
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Reddit Thinks Your TV Is Too High
You probably love your living room. This is the place where you will relax at the end of the day, ready to relax in any […]
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This Is What Happens After the Death of a Queen
Update, 2:10 pm, September 8: Buckingham Palace announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II this afternoon . Queen Elizabeth II is under medical observation and […]
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Turn Leftover Oatmeal Into Toasted Oatmeal Squares
Oatmeal is not my favorite food. It makes me look like a child who eats lima beans and I eat them with a sad face. […]
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How to Know You’ve Outgrown Your Relationship
If you’re in a long-term relationship, you know it can be filled with ups and downs and many growth challenges. Many of these ups and […]
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You Don’t Need an Apple Watch Ultra
Apple has officially announced the next generation of its premium wearables, the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. Both models have a lot […]
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How Illegal Is It to Have Sex in Public?
You’re probably vaguely aware that being frisky in public can get you into trouble, so articles or viral videos of people doing it usually get […]
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Should You Buy an IPhone 14 or 14 Pro?
It came as no surprise to anyone that Apple announced the highly anticipated iPhone 14 lineup during a big event on September 7th. As expected, […]
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Everything You Need to Know About This Year’s Flu Shot
It’s flu season, and again, the flu vaccine is very important. As mask-wearing declines, there will likely be more of all common respiratory viruses. So […]
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Don’t Update Your AirPods Pro
When the AirPods Pro were first released in 2019, it was a completely different world. With a sleek form factor, respectable noise cancellation, and seamless […]
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6 Ways to Know If You’re a Toxic Person in a Relationship (and What to Do About It)
When you’re looking for a “toxic relationship,” all the best results are focused on identifying unhealthy or harmful signs in the other person, not you. […]
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Can You Actually Learn How to Play Music From a Video Game?
I’ve been playing music games for the last 10 years and have been playing music for even longer, and I’m fascinated by how much you […]
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How to Wear Vintage Clothes Without Ruining Them
Let’s say you bought the perfect vintage shirt at a flea market, or found a box of your parents’ or grandparents’ clothes in the attic […]
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How to Avoid the Abundance of Malware in Minecraft
Minecraft is addictive. Minecraft is popular. This combination means that many of us play the game for hours every single day. While this is good […]
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How to Stop Spattering Yogurt Once and for All
When I was a public school teacher in Brooklyn, I relied on yogurt to keep me going between classes. Yogurt cups are portable, easy and […]
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How to Turn a Finished Basement Into a (Legitimate) Apartment for Extra Income
For most homeowners, the basement is just a place to store things. Even ready-made basements are often a problem – most of us default to […]
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