Use “dual Coding” to Learn Twice As Efficiently
When you study and use a learning method, it is easier for your brain to synthesize new information. Big! Now think about how much more […]
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A Disengaged Adult’s Guide to Children’s Culture: an Uncanny Valley Makeover
This week’s pop culture feels like a disturbing sci-fi movie. Young people deliberately pose as nightmarish quasi-humans, burn their eyes at strange parties in Hong […]
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The Easiest Ways to Take Better Vacation Photos
Most people don’t use their phone cameras to try to express their artistic vision; we just want cool photos from vacations and family get-togethers. But […]
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This TikTok Relationship Hack Is Actually Based on Research
A “new” dating hack trending on TikTok is literally for the birds. In a recent TikTok video, content creator Liss Liss (@alyssacardib) explains how the […]
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This Gamma Heated Jacket With Power Bank Is on Sale for $200 Right Now
This Gamma heated jacket, which comes with a portable power bank, is on sale right now for $199.99 (reg. $575). The Gamma jacket features a […]
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Everything You Can Do With Apple Watch Without IPhone
Apple Watch is designed to work with your iPhone, but you don’t need an iPhone to use Apple Watch. Okay, you’ll need an iPhone to […]
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I Drank Ketchup Packets While Jogging for Science.
Even before I swallowed my first ketchup packet of the workout, I knew I was falling for Heinz’s stupid publicity stunt. But as a Pittsburgher, […]
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40 Hygge Movies to Help You Get Through the Long, Dark Winter
There is comfortable viewing, and there are films in which the characters are comfortable. It’s not always the same thing. Some of these films make […]
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Where to Find (Legal) Weed in the USA
The slow transformation of the United States into a paradise for 420 people continues apace: During the November 2023 election, Ohio voters voted overwhelmingly to […]
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Use a Ziploc Bag to Separate the Fat From the Turkey Drippings.
While a simple sauce and some decent broth will give you a good enough sauce, it’s the drippings that really make it worthy of the […]
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Five Types of Checks You Should Never Cash
Paper checks are becoming a thing of the past like the dinosaurs, and fast. These days, only about 0.05% of payments are made by check, […]
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The JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-One Soundbar Is Now Over $100 Off
The TV sound sucks , especially if you’re trying to understand dialogue. This is a known problem in the TV production and film post-production industries, […]
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Easiest Way to Hide IPhone Notifications While Screen Recording
It is so annoying when unwanted notifications interrupt your iPhone screen recording. This is a sure sign that the clip you’re watching online was simply […]
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You Can Already Record Apple Vision Pro Videos on Your IPhone
Apple’s Vision Pro headset , the company’s first venture into mixed reality, won’t hit shelves until early 2024, but you can already create content for […]
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Check If Your Tax Bracket Will Change in 2024
On Thursday, the IRS released its annual adjustments for the 2024 tax year, which include changes to income tax brackets and a higher standard deduction. […]
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The Price of Olive Oil Is Damn High
Olive oil has many known benefits, from the subtle flavor it adds to food to its status as a heart-healthy food. In recent months, due […]
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Everything Valve Has Upgraded to the New OLED Steam Deck
This week, gamers were in for a pleasant surprise: the announcement of Valve’s new Steam Deck OLED . Besides the same great software system as […]
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You Can Get a Digital Pen for $40 Right Now
The Digi Pen is a cheaper alternative to the Apple Pencil and is currently on sale for $39.99 (reg. $99). The Digi Pen is compatible […]
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How to Blind Bake a Pie Crust (Because You Probably Should)
Baking a pie or pie is theoretically simple: you put the filling in the crust, bake it, and eat it. But the devil, as they […]
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Use “close Questioning” to Challenge Yourself While Studying
While studying, you can try to just memorize phrases and facts, but what you should really try to do is retain the concepts for the […]
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Is Now on Sale at Its Lowest Price Ever
Microsoft Surface laptops are a great alternative for those who don’t like the padded lid of the Surface Pro hybrid laptops but like everything else […]
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Get the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 at the Lowest Price
People buy 4K TVs because they want to enjoy movies and TV shows the best they can, but most people forget to improve another equally […]
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TikTok Myth of the Week: Why Everyone Is Going Crazy About the MTHFR Gene
Did you know that a significant percentage of the US population has one of the less effective variants of the MTHFR gene? TikTokers love to […]
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You Should Make Turkey Pastrami for Thanksgiving
While I only really enjoy Thanksgiving turkey an hour after it comes out of the oven, it seems like most people eat it for sandwiches. […]
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Waze Can Now Help You Avoid Traffic Accidents
Waze , Google Maps’ more useful cousin, adds another useful feature . After nearly a year of beta testing, Waze is now introducing a new […]
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How to Record Your Screen in Windows 11
What happens on your computer doesn’t have to stay on your computer. If you ever want to show others what’s going on on your screen, […]
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The Best Ways to Win a Recruiter’s Favor
Your resume will help you get the job, but in interviews you can show who you are and what makes you stand out from the […]
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13 Podcasts for Your Holiday Travel
Do you have a long trip ahead? In a car with people of different tastes? It’s road trip season, and if you need a podcast […]
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You Can Now See How Much RAM a Chrome Tab Is Using
You have too many tabs open right now, and that’s okay: the Internet is full of fascinating content that none of us can watch right […]
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Roblox Gift Cards Are 40% Off Today at Target
Target’s early Black Friday deals are live now, and one of their limited-time offers will be especially attractive to gamers (and their parents). The retailer […]
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This Kodak Film Scanner Is $170 Today
This Kodak scanner digitally stores film negatives and 50mm slides. It’s on sale right now for $169.97 (reg. $224.99) if you use code KODAK before […]
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Your Thanksgiving Dinner Needs These No-Knead Rolls
There’s a time and a place for chewy, crusty homemade bread. Bread that requires 12 minutes of constant kneading to prepare. Bread full of great, […]
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You Can Now Hide Your IP Address During WhatsApp Calls
Even though WhatsApp is owned by the data-hungry company Meta, it is known for its secure messaging. This is because the app has long offered […]
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How to Dry Water Damaged Carpet That Can’t Be Replaced
Anyone who has experienced any kind of flooding in their home—whether it’s a burst pipe, a hurricane-related incident, or a toilet that took a week […]
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Meredith’s Training Diaries: My Marathon Autopsy
This is Training Diaries , a Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This series will chronicle all the […]
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You Can Get an Xbox Series X for the Lowest Price (Plus a $75 Gift Card)
Dell’s early Black Friday deals are live now and include discounts on laptops , desktops , gaming PCs , monitors and other accessories . Among […]
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Galaxy S23 FE Tries, but Fails, to Stand Out From the Crowd
Samsung’s FE line has always tried to find a balance between expensive, feature-rich flagships and low-budget devices filled with compromises. But with so many other […]
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How to Merge Multiple PDFs for Free
Merging multiple PDFs can be very tedious, mainly because the process isn’t clearly described in the programs you’re likely using to view it, and many […]
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Woot Is Offering Refurbished Blink and Ring Security Cameras for up to 71% Off
Early Black Friday deals are in full swing: Target , Best Buy , and Walmart already have their deals, and Amazon just released its Black […]
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XFyro Noise-Cancelling Headphones Are Now on Sale for $30
The xFyro Hybrid ANC Wireless Bluetooth Headphones are on sale right now for $29.97 (regional $59). These headphones feature three different feedback and feedforward microphones […]
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