Seven Smart Ways to Use a Grill Brush (No Grill)
Even if you no longer use a wire brush to clean your grill, you may still need one or more for other household tasks and […]
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What’s New on Netflix in September 2024
September on Netflix will bring new installments of acclaimed original series, including the second part of the fourth season of Emily in Paris (September 12), […]
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20 Best Drama Movies to Watch on Netflix
You’d think we get enough drama from the news and social media, but honestly, that’s what we live for. Netflix has stories about torturous romances; […]
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This HTV VR Headset Is $200 Off Right Now
The HTC Vive XR Elite, priced at $899 (down from $1,099.99), comes with a deluxe package of four additional accessories designed to enhance comfort and […]
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It’s Time to Plant Rose Bushes (and There Are More Varieties Than You Think)
When you think of a rose, the stereotypical red or pink, tightly curled, long-stemmed (and overpriced) flowers likely come to mind. Roses are your grandmother’s […]
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You Can Change Alexa’s Voice, Language, and Wake Word
When you think of Amazon Echo devices, you obviously think of Alexa . The voice is iconic, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only option […]
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Nine Best Apps for Kids Who Love Music
You’ve probably been introducing your children to music since they were born—singing to them; give them a toy xylophone (and then hide it when it […]
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What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: No, RayGun Didn’t Cheat.
I’m going to look back one last time at the 2024 Olympics to set the record straight for Australian b-girl Rachel “RayGun” Gunn. Not to […]
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The Difference Between a Pre-Approved Mortgage and a Pre-Qualification (and Why It Matters)
As you embark on your home buying journey, you’ll likely come across the terms “pre-approved” and “pre-approved” as they relate to mortgages . While these […]
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What’s New on Paramount+ and Showtime in September 2024
Paramount+ will premiere second seasons of several original series in September. Sylvester Stallone returns in Tulsa King (September 15) as Oklahoma mob capo Dwight Manfredi, […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Amazon Echo Hub
Smart home devices can make life easier, but things can quickly get confusing if there are too many of them and they all require separate […]
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Gmail’s “Help Me Write” Feature Can Now Improve Your Emails With AI
Google continues to strive to help you compose and rewrite emails using AI—whether or not it’s actually useful. These features, powered by Gemini, come under […]
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Try “slow Productivity” to Improve the Quality of Your Work (and Prevent Burnout)
My posts about productivity techniques and methods tend to resonate with readers, which makes me happy because I’m sharing something truly useful, but a little […]
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The Two Best Times of Year to Look for a New Job
If there was ever a time when people worked the same job their entire lives and retired with a gold watch and a pension, that […]
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Use the 25% Rule to Decide How Much Home You Can Afford
When it comes to buying a home , one of the biggest challenges is determining exactly how much home you can afford. After all, you […]
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Make Quick and Easy Meatballs With Taco Seasoning
There is something about “special occasion” food that makes you feel the need to agonize over it. This is a food that is eaten occasionally, […]
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Stop Sleeping on Canned Mushrooms
At some point, we began to openly condemn canned food. Protein-rich SPAM is frowned upon, convenient tinned potatoes are widely rejected, and attractive tinned mushrooms […]
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Pixel 9 Pro Is Great (If You Ignore the AI)
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a lot to live up to: It’s the company’s new flagship phone, arriving amid intensifying competition in artificial intelligence […]
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Cold Turkey Makes You Practice Using Flashcards Before Opening Addictive Apps
We all have apps on our phones that we’d like to open less often, like TikTok or Reddit. Cold Turkey is an iPhone app that […]
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TikTok Myth of the Week: You Need a “Non-Toxic” Air Fryer
According to legions of TikTokers, I should throw out my deep fryer, and so should you. It is supposed to fill your body with “everlasting […]
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Google Nest Audio Speaker Sells for $50
Google Nest Audio has been around since 2020, but is still Google’s best smart speaker when it comes to audio quality. Right now you can […]
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Use TikTok’s Nolling Technique to Make Your Organized Home Look Better
If you spend a lot of time on CleanTok or scroll through beautiful, well-organized homes on social media, you’re bound to come across some trends, […]
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Use Automation to Prevent Alarms From Going Off When You Don’t Need Them
I use the alarm feature in the Clock app on my iPhone to remember when to feed my cat. I find that she bothers me […]
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Best Ways to Organize Meals in a Dorm Room
Of all the things you learn in college, one of the most useful lessons may be how to cook for yourself, even—especially? – when you […]
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Your Pixel Will Get New Ringtones
Most of us keep our phones silent these days, but should we? I miss the days when a phone call was fun and wasn’t a […]
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How to Choose a Wok Based on Your Cooking Style
When you think of a wok, you might picture a large, dark bowl engulfed in flames—and while there’s nothing wrong with that, it’s not the […]
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“Complete the Cycle” to Make Your Home Cleaner
There are many different methods for cleaning and organizing things. You’ll have to try a few before you figure out what works best for you, […]
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My Favorite Electrolyte Blends for Heavy Training
Electrolytes are tasty, trendy, and can help you feel better during tough workouts, especially in the heat. As I’ve explained before , they’re overrated – […]
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Here Are All the Answers to Chipotle’s IQ Test
Chipotle kicked off its annual Chipotle IQ trivia competition this morning. If you answer all 10 online questions correctly, you could win a “buy one, […]
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If You Receive a Package You Didn’t Order, It May Be a Scam
Receiving a mystery delivery that you didn’t pay for can feel like a small gift from the universe. After all, it may be something useful, […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Sony WH-1000XM5
Audio lovers need no introduction to the Sony 1000X series. They’ve been around since 2016, improving on the previous version and eventually settling on the […]
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How to “Spin to Search” Music on Android
As much as I am an artificial intelligence skeptic , Android’s Search Circle is a useful implementation of the technology. By holding down the Home […]
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The Best Ways to Prevent Clothes From Pilling
Once you find a shirt or pair of pants that you really like, it can be tempting to wear and wash them often. But after […]
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The Calculator App for Windows 11 Has Many Hidden Features
Like most people, I’ve been using search engines for math calculations for a while now. It’s ridiculously easy for basic calculations or unit and currency […]
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How to Make the Best Fruit Pie (No Soggy Bottom)
Homemade deep dish fruit pie is simply beautiful. It’s a great housewarming gift, an acceptable apology, and a good way to make friends. A healthy […]
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Windows 11 Makes It Easier to Switch Power Modes
When you use a Windows laptop, setting and managing power modes is an important tool for maintaining battery life. Until now, you had to dig […]
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It Might Be Time to Refinance Your Mortgage
Mortgage rates fell to their lowest since May 2023, averaging 6.59 percent, according to a Bankrate survey . When rates drop, it opens up new […]
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This Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System Is 32% Off Right Now
The TP-Link Deco M5 , now on sale for $129.99 (regularly $189.99), is a three-piece mesh system that promises extended wireless coverage up to 5,500 […]
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The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Children’s Culture: What Is Galactic Gas?
This week, young people are using nitrous oxide to make delicious whipped cream, taking pride in not consuming enough, and for some reason hanging out […]
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What’s New on Hulu in September 2024
Hulu kicks off September with the second season of Tell Me Lies (September 4), an original drama series based on the book of the same […]
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