Here’s How Many Reps You Should Do Based on Your Fitness Goals
When you lift a weight, how many times should you lift it? Supposedly, there is a correct “repetition range” that can be used to build […]
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Best Cleaning Improvements I’ve Made Recently
There was a long period in my life when I believed that everything could and should be cleaned with Windex. Although it saved me a […]
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Make Eggroll With Mets Rainbow Cookies at Home
When I first learned about fried Oreo cookies, I remember being skeptical at first. Then I had one on a boardwalk somewhere in Jersey, and […]
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Everything I Sow in June
June is a turning point month in gardening: all the seedlings you’ve been growing all spring have finally left the nest and are heading into […]
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Amazon Prime Day Discounts Aren’t Always As Big As They Seem
Amazon has an excellent understanding of capitalism. The ubiquitous online retailer uses every psychological trick imaginable (and some we probably can’t even imagine) to maximize […]
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Adobe Responds to Criticism of Its New Terms of Service
Yesterday I wrote about the controversy surrounding Adobe and its updated terms of service. Creators were furious after receiving a pop-up requiring them to agree […]
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How to Log Out of Google, According to a Privacy Expert
Some companies are easy to leave. If I decide I don’t like Coca-Cola anymore, I can just stop drinking Coca-Cola. Of course, the company makes […]
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30 Best Long Movies That Are Really Worth Watching
The trend in movie viewing times seems to be towards longer durations, and even if the data doesn’t really support it , recent super-long installments […]
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This Interactive Heat Map Will Show You the Most Walkable Areas
When choosing where to stay next on your trip or what area to move to, you’ll probably want to know how long it will take […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Merach Rowing Machine
A rowing machine can be a great workout option for people who want to work several major muscle groups (legs, back, core, and arms) at […]
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The Runna App Is a Great Way to Stick to a Structured Running Program
A running app can do a lot, but Runna excels: it tracks your runs, tells you about interval training, and gives you a plan to […]
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You Should Try Applite for Mac
Many great programs aren’t in the Mac App Store, which means you’ll have to download and install them manually. Applite is a free Mac app […]
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The Best Apps to Motivate You to Clean
Over the past year, I’ve been on a decluttering and organization journey that I’ve been writing about, sharing all the helpful techniques and tools that […]
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Eight Thoughtful Food Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
It’s time to get excited about planning weekend trips, but not before you get something for the dads in your life. Father’s Day is June […]
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You Can Get a $100 Gift Card to Uber Eats or DoorDash for $80.
If you’re already a regular customer of food delivery services, you might be interested to know that Costco is currently selling $100 e-gift cards for […]
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Seven Essential Tools to Take With You on Your House Hunt
Everything about buying a home is fraught. Of course there is money . And research . And the emotional toll of trying to translate your […]
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Use Homebrew on Mac to Make Installing and Updating Apps Much Easier
If you spend time searching for Mac software outside of the Mac App Store, you’ll likely see references to “Homebrew.” It is often referred to […]
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You Can Pay Your Mortgage With a Credit Card (but You Probably Shouldn’t)
There are two main reasons why people consider paying off their mortgage with a credit card: either to earn credit card rewards or because they […]
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12 Highly Rated Movies You Probably Shouldn’t Watch With Your Kids
We can all agree that the current film rating system has some flaws. But things used to be much more complicated: Before the introduction of […]
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Signs You’re a Victim of a SIM Swap Attack (and What to Do Next)
Changing a SIM card (or hacking a SIM card) is one of the most unpleasant methods of hacking, of which you can also become a […]
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All the Gardening Jobs You Should Do in June
June garden work is always marked by berries. June strawberries, oso berries and currants are ripe and ready to pick. The first raspberry harvest will […]
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Adobe Photoshop’s New Terms of Service Require Permission to Access Your Work
This week, authors opened Photoshop and found a new pop-up window informing them of changes to the terms of service. This in itself is nothing […]
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The Best (and Worst) House Projects That Start in the Summer
Home projects come in two different types: panic- stricken, crappy projects that are thrust upon you at your least convenient (and usually random) moments, and […]
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Why Active Trading Is Not Suitable for Most Investors
Active trading, which often involves buying and selling securities in an attempt to beat the overall market, may be attractive to some investors. However, for […]
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30 Best Live Stream Movies You Should Watch
Remember live-streaming movies? Just like American Psycho 2: All American Girl (with Mila Kunis and Williams Shatner), Dollman vs. Demon Toys, Bratz: Stars and Style, […]
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DuckDuckGo Now Allows You to Anonymously Communicate With Artificial Intelligence
Communication with AI has proven to be something of a privacy risk lately, with Meta admitting that it trains its AI using the conversations you […]
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These Dutch Ovens Can Be Used As Makeshift Refrigerators
In the summer, the need for an improvised refrigerator may arise at any time. Backyard parties, picnics, and even casual patio gatherings create the need […]
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What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: Bird Flu and Raw Milk
On April 1 , the World Health Organization was informed of the first case of avian influenza (H5N1) transmission from a mammal to humans: a […]
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Save Your Google Maps Timeline Data Before Google Deletes It
Google Maps’ Timeline feature , once known as Location History, is a fun way to view a timeline of the places you’ve visited and the […]
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How to Deal With a Code Enforcement Notice
Each local government has a set of building codes , and each property owner is responsible for complying with them . Building codes ensure that […]
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IPad Pro M4 Has a Hidden Security Feature
Apple is beefing up protection against apps that try to use your iPad’s camera or microphone without permission. Just like your Mac has an LED […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel Watch 2
If you’re in the Apple ecosystem, there’s no doubt that the Apple Watch is the best smartwatch to pair with your iPhone. For Android users, […]
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The Bartender App for Mac May Be Recording Your Screen and We Have No Idea Who Owns It
Bartender, one of the best third-party apps for your Mac, seems to have silently sold it to new owners, causing concern among users. At this […]
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How to Quickly Delete Duplicate IPhone Contacts
When moving Apple contacts from one device to another, duplicates sometimes occur. Luckily, using your iPhone, Mac, or even your browser, there are easy ways […]
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How to Remove Squeaky Floors in an Old House
Living in an old house is a challenge for many reasons. From architectural details you can’t see anymore, to layers of paint and wallpaper, to […]
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How to Control Which Applications Automatically Open When Your Computer Boots
Balancing which apps automatically launch when you open Windows is more of an art than a science. You’ll want to disable heavy apps that are […]
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Is Walmart+ Worth the $98 Annual Fee?
Walmart+ is the retail giant’s subscription service that offers free shipping, gas discounts and more. Compared to Amazon Prime’s $139 annual cost, Walmart+ offers a […]
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Differences Between Google Gemini Apps and Gemini Models
It’s hard to escape artificial intelligence these days—it’s currently being touted as the next big revolution in technology—and Google is trying its best to lead […]
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The 40 Most Rewatchable Movies Ever Made
In this age of digital entertainment, streaming services have given us easy access to thousands of films from the last century. I will never have […]
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Why You Should Keep a Garden Journal
The only constant in the garden is change. It’s not just the drastic changes from winter to spring, but also the smaller differences that you […]
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