A Guide to Children’s Culture for Out-of-Touch Adults: What Is “wojak”?
School is almost back and young people’s collective energy seems more focused on new backpacks and water bottles (North Face and Stanley are cool brands, […]
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What Are “zone Minutes” and Why Does Fitbit Sometimes Double Them?
If you have a Fitbit or use the Fitbit app with a compatible device, such as a Pixel watch, you’ve probably seen “minutes in zone” […]
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You Can Use a Fish Sauce Dressing for Your Summer Fruit Salad
Adding fish sauce to a fruit salad may seem dramatic or outlandish. You may even think this sounds “rude”, but please reserve judgment for a […]
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Nine Things Every Adult Living With Roommates Needs
More and more people are adopting roommates or moving in with other people, and more seniors who may have thought they went through the roommate […]
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This 65-Inch Sony OLED Smart TV Is Over $600 Off
When it comes to TVs, OLEDs are the best of the best, delivering richer images than QLED or LCD/LED ever had. However, this quality comes […]
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The Chase Bank “glitch” Was Actually a Large Check Scam.
The so-called ” Chase Bank glitch ” went viral over the weekend, but it wasn’t so much a glitch as it was old-fashioned check fraud. […]
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Android Has Five New Features Today
Google hasn’t announced an official release date for Android 15 yet, but it’s on its way. We should see a new update arrive on compatible […]
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Three Things You Should Never Let a Contractor Talk You Into.
Doing housework can be a stressful event for many reasons. Of course there is a price . There is disorder—dust and disorder, plus people loudly […]
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Cooking Chicken Is Worth the Effort.
Fried chicken is an everyday treat, perfect for special occasions and midnight snacks alike. While you may be familiar with the classic style of roasting […]
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The Best Video Doorbells You Should Buy in 2024
Getting into the world of video doorbells can be challenging. You’ll need to decide whether you want local or cloud storage, wired or battery-powered, Wi-Fi […]
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The Best Outdoor Security Cameras I’ve Tested
While you may have installed outdoor security cameras to keep your home and family safe, you’ll quickly realize that many of them are more often […]
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Best Laptops for College in 2024
Buying a laptop for college is a little different than buying for most situations. There’s a good chance you’re not buying for yourself; your needs […]
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The Best 65-Inch TVs to Buy in 2024
A 65-inch TV makes a statement. It’s the centerpiece of most people’s living rooms, so choosing the right one is important. Depending on what you’ll […]
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Everything That Should Be on Your Fall Cleaning Checklist
The change of seasons is always a good time to clean. Although cleaning is recommended to be done quarterly, some tasks are best done at […]
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This Application Quickly Compresses Any Image Without Reducing Quality
Not enough space on your hard drive or cloud storage? Your images may be taking up space they don’t need. A free Mac app called […]
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For Soft, Spreadable Butter Every Time, You’ll Need a Butter Bell
You know the story: the day is new and full of hope. You butter a piece of toast only to have it squashed and mutilated […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Sonos Ray Soundbar
One of the easiest and most affordable ways to take your movie watching experience to the next level is to invest in a soundbar , […]
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How I Finally Organized My Closet Using a Digital Inventory System
I’m going to recommend something that sounds like a lot of work. Honestly, it’s a lot of work, but I want you to hear me […]
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Gemini Can Now Answer Questions About Your Gmail Inbox on Android
Back in June , Google announced Gemini was coming to the sidebar in Google Docs and Gmail for Workspace users. Among other things, the new […]
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X Will Soon Be Blocked in Brazil
Brazilian readers may soon find it difficult to find this story, at least if they rely on Elon Musk’s X for their news. That’s because […]
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The Almighty Will Make You Mac God
One of the main reasons to use a Mac is the abundance of high-quality indie apps available on it. My colleagues and I have written […]
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If Your Sewing Machine Isn’t Working, Check These Common Problems
A sewing machine is a fantastically useful thing, but too often sewing machines languish in the closet because something didn’t work right the last time […]
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Four Signs You’re Dealing With a Garage Sale Vulture
Many of us love garage or yard sales . It was once estimated that there were about 165,000 such sales each week in this country, […]
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Why You Need to Check Your Garage for Leaks Now
If you have a garage, shed, or other outbuilding, now is the time to check it for leaks. Leaks can occur in warm weather as […]
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These HP Wireless Printers Are up to 38% Off Right Now
These HP OfficeJet printers are already on sale, and they all have several common features, such as wireless connectivity with supposed automatic resolution of network […]
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What Is a Reverse Mortgage (and Should You Ever Get One)?
A reverse mortgage is a unique type of loan designed for homeowners age 62 or older. Unlike a traditional mortgage, in which you make monthly […]
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Apple Now Has Its Own Magic Eraser for IPhone
When Apple announced Apple Intelligence , a set of generative artificial intelligence functions, one of the new options it highlighted was Cleaning. This new Photos […]
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A Few of My Favorite Instant Coffees That Definitely Don’t Suck
For a long time, instant coffee was synonymous with garbage. Burnt, but watery, odorless garbage. It’s only intended for extreme situations, such as camping, long-haul […]
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How to Uncover “Hidden Liens” Before Your Next Car or Home Purchase
Most of us only find out about bail when something goes wrong. A lien is essentially a claim against your property for an unpaid debt […]
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How to Track Political Donations From Your Friends and Enemies
One way to quietly learn more about someone’s politics and the issues they really care about is to find out which campaigns they have supported […]
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Apple Music Now Lets You Transfer Playlists to YouTube Music
Moving your music from one streaming service to another is a simple process, but it usually relies too heavily on third-party tools. There’s always a […]
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These JBL Headphones Are up to 50% Off
All three models —Tune Buds , Tune Flex, and Vibe Beam—provide JBL’s signature bass. All feature Bluetooth wireless connectivity for a seamless listening experience and […]
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How to Test Your Computer’s Artificial Intelligence Capabilities
Artificial intelligence, and generative AI in particular, is such a prominent technology now that it’s often mentioned first at product launches, from the Pixel 9 […]
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Are You a “financial Mutant”? (and Why Should You Be Like That)
In the world of personal finance, I see the word “financial mutant” a lot. It sounds ominous, but using the word “mutant” here is a […]
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A Tricky Storage Method I Use for Small and Miscellaneous Items
Finding a place to store different items is difficult because it helps to always store similar items together and ensure that they have a designated […]
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Don’t Worry If Your Child Has Lice
If you hear that your child (or one of his friends) has lice, your first reaction may be a mixture of disgust, panic and a […]
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Best Apps to Improve Spotify’s Horrible User Interface
A lot of people are currently unhappy with Spotify’s user interface. Some of these are just the inevitable complaints that come with a redesign, but […]
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Why a Cleaver Is a Great Multifunctional Knife
The cleaver has a fairly narrow association with butchering large pieces of cow meat or horror films where butchering is also a theme. This wide […]
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Six Warning Signs Your HOA Is Poorly Managed
If you’re looking for a home, you’ll see plenty of condominiums and homes managed by homeowners’ associations—there are about 370,000 homeowners’ associations in the United […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Amazon Kindle
It’s impressive what the most basic Amazon Kindle for under $100 offers: weeks of battery life, thousands of books in your pocket, and the ability […]
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