You Can Now Block Political Ads on Reddit
Election season already takes up enough mental space, so Reddit is allowing its users to retain a modicum of sanity by allowing them to opt […]
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My Favorite Moments and Drama of the Sixth Day of the Olympic Games in Paris
The 2024 Paris Olympics concluded its first week with the women’s gymnastics all-around competition, an event that is always one of the most popular events […]
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How to Make TikTok Famous Olympic Chocolate Cupcakes
Mass-produced food, especially for large events like the Olympics, has never had a stellar reputation. Many Olympic athletes have written about the food offerings in […]
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US Department of Justice Sues TikTok
The US Department of Justice is escalating its fight against TikTok and, by extension, its parent company ByteDance. The government is suing the company for […]
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Student Loan Forgiveness May Be on the Way
The U.S. Department of Education announced that borrowers should check their email to see if they qualify for broad loan cancellation. The move is part […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 8
Google’s Pixel 8 lineup was impressive when it launched late last year thanks to its advanced AI features . They continue to be impressive, with […]
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How to Manage (and Delete) the Health Data Your Android Tracks
When it comes to tracking health and fitness data, we most often think of smartwatches and other wearable devices. It turns out that your Android […]
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How to Properly Dilute Bleach (and Why You Should Never Use Hot Water)
Bleach is an excellent disinfectant, but safety is important. You already know that you cannot mix it with ammonia, vinegar or alcohol , but did […]
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You Can Now Use AI to Organize Your Tabs in Chrome
Artificial intelligence is now being integrated and deployed everywhere you look in technology, and Google is leading the way. The company adds its Gemini artificial […]
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There Is an Easier Way to Reboot Your IPhone
Restarting an iPhone is more difficult than it should be. Up until iOS 17, you had to either press and hold two buttons to see […]
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Use This App to Finally Cook All Those TikTok Recipes
Like so many other things, the cooking world has moved to TikTok and Instagram Reels. It used to be that you would go to a […]
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Growing Your Own Garlic Saves Money (and It’s Easy)
Garlic is something of a garden anomaly. It’s planted in the fall and then hung until mid-summer and harvested in time to give you a […]
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All the Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Do in August
As summer enters its final phase, it’s time to cross a few maintenance tasks off your list. From HVAC systems to landscaping, a little maintenance […]
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How to Grill the Best Steak of Your Life
I used to hate cooking steak at home for one big reason: smoke. I rent an apartment in Brooklyn, which means I have to deal […]
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Today’s Strands NYT Tips (and Answers) for Friday, August 2, 2024
If you’re looking for Strands hints and answers for Friday, August 2, 2024, read on – I’ll share some hints and tips and finally a […]
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You Can Grab These Apple AirPods Pro on Sale for $120 Right Now
You can get these refurbished 1st generation AirPods Pro on sale for $119.99 right now ($249 regional). They have active noise canceling and transparency modes—so […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Eufy Security Smart Lock C220
Smart locks are great for many reasons, like not having to worry about giving keys to everyone you want to give access to your home […]
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My Favorite Unexpected Kitchen and Bathroom Cleaners
This is a site about hacks, so you know I won’t advocate a cleaner unless it actually gets the job done. Lifehacker has years of […]
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Google Introduces School Time Parental Controls to Android Devices
Google is set to allow parents to remotely restrict their children’s internet and phone usage while they’re at school, as long as those kids are […]
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What Is the Average Interest Rate on a Personal Loan (and Why Is It Important)?
When you’re trying to consolidate debt , cover an unexpected expense , or borrow money for a large purchase, a personal loan may be right […]
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The Best Items and Strategies for a More Organized Pantry
If there’s one place in your home that’s hard to get organized, it’s the kitchen. You don’t make all of your recipes all the time, […]
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Make This Single-Serve Dessert in Honor of the “Father of Tiramisu.”
When it comes time for dessert at an Italian restaurant, I’m usually torn between the silky panna cotta and the velvety, slightly boozy sweetness of […]
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Reddit Blocked Bing Because of Artificial Intelligence, Not Because of the Google Deal
After Reddit results started disappearing from search engines not named Google last week, the company has finally come forward to explain why, essentially downplaying the […]
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The Best Stretches for Your Shoulders
Shoulder mobility is important: without it, you may have trouble reaching overhead or performing some of your favorite upper body exercises. As you get older, […]
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Save Money by Growing Your Own Hydroponic Systems
You’re probably still waiting for your corn to be ready to harvest and your pumpkins to turn orange, but now is the time to start […]
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These Milwaukee Tools Are Currently up to 69% Off.
If you’re getting ready to take on a maintenance job or DIY project, you may need some new tools. Having the right equipment can speed […]
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X Kills Its Mac App and Accidentally Bans You for Switching to the IPad Version
The death of Twitter, the brand, not the website, apparently wasn’t as final as we all once thought. It would seem that the final nail […]
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Your Samsung Galaxy Now Has Two New Security Features
On Wednesday, Samsung published a blog post in The Knox Journals highlighting two new security features: confidential sharing in Quick Share and improved data protection […]
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Chrome for PC Will Receive Three Major AI Updates
As AI infiltrates seemingly every new mobile app , it’s easy to forget that it’s also built into the apps we’ve all been using for […]
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Why You Should Put a Towel in the Dishwasher
Having a dishwasher is a game changer, even if it’s tiny : it cuts down on both labor and water consumption. Like the air conditioner, […]
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IINA Is My Favorite Media Player for Mac
VLC is a staple in every Mac user’s life at this point. And it’s a good video app. It will play just about anything you […]
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How to Check (and Change) the Health Data Your IPhone Tracks
If you have an iPhone, then you also have Apple’s Health app pre-installed on it. This app is designed to serve as a central hub […]
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My Favorite Moments and Drama of the Fifth Day of the Olympic Games in Paris
Big news on day five of the Olympics: The Seine has been declared safe for swimming. In the world of table tennis, athletes from North […]
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What People Get Wrong This Week: Sofas, Dolphins, and J.D. Vance
Does U.S. Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance consider the image at the top of this article to be pornographic? It depends on whether […]
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How to Exercise If You’re Still Sore From Last Time
Perhaps the hardest part of sticking to a workout regimen is getting started, but the second hardest part is arriving at your next workout when […]
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Superlist Is a Comprehensive Application for Running on Windows and Mac
I’ve used goal-driven apps (GTD) for almost my entire journalism career. These apps go beyond your typical to-do list—if you’ve ever used Trello , this […]
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Apple Awards Mysterious “points” to Apple Intelligence Beta Testers
Apple Intelligence won’t officially launch until the iOS 18.1 update later this year , but Apple is already asking users to help train it, and […]
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Two Tips to Help Prevent Baked Goods From Burning
One of my favorite everyday treats is a simple bread cake, with a cake without frosting being a close second. Both cakes are treasures for […]
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What to Do If You Receive Someone Else’s Letter
Mistakes happen, especially when it comes to mail. Carriers sometimes misread addresses, letters can move around in the back of a truck, and people move […]
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You Should Update Your Laundry Basket
You almost certainly have a basket that you collect your dirty clothes in (right?). But still your clothes end up on the floor. Even if […]
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