The 60 Best Cult Classic Movies Released This Century
What defines a “cult classic” film? While there is no coherent, all-encompassing, widely accepted definition that can be used to classify a film as undeniably […]
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SocialAI Wants You to Be the Only Person on Its Social Network
It’s no secret that today social networks are full of bots. Accounts spread AI-generated images across Facebook like wildfire , while X’s disastrous pay-to-play policy […]
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Use the SQ3R Method for More Effective Learning
The whole point of studying is to retain information that you will need later in life, even if it’s just for an upcoming exam. It’s […]
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Ten Surprising Places in Your Home to Check for Mold
While mold isn’t as dangerous as some people would have you believe (especially mold remediation companies), it can still make you very sick , plus […]
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I Replaced Creamed Alfredo Pasta With Corn and Have No Regrets
I fully support the idea that necessity is the mother of invention, especially when it comes to cooking. Even though I didn’t have many ingredients, […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel Buds a Series
Google had an event last month where they announced several AI features and products in development. One such product is the new Pixel Buds Pro […]
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These Vanities and Faucets Are Now up to 45% Off
When you’re remodeling your bathroom, it’s important to choose the right shape for your sink and vanity. But if you’ve checked the prices of faucets […]
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You Can Buy the Soundcore Boom 2 Speaker for $100 Right Now
If you want a speaker that can handle splashes by the pool or a day on the boat, you might want to consider the IPX7-rated […]
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Nine Ways to Use Nail Polish Remover at Home
Nail polish remover is a common household item you might have on hand if you’re doing your own manicure, but it’s more useful than you […]
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Your Laptop or Windows PC Can Become a Wi-Fi Hotspot
You’ll have to spend a lot of time learning about Windows before you’ve exhausted all the features and functionality it has to offer, and one […]
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In Fact, You Can Grow Saffron at Home.
Part of the gardening journey is understanding exactly where your food comes from. My 11 year old was shocked to learn that vanilla comes from […]
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IOS 18 Offers a New Way to Recover a Locked IPhone 16
With every new release of iOS, there are many new features that get everyone’s attention, but there are also more modest ones that are still […]
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You Can Now Renew Your US Passport Online
Travelers rejoice: The State Department has announced that online passport renewal is now available to everyone. I renewed my passport on the first day the […]
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Refurbished AirPods Max Are Now $340.
AirPods Max are Apple’s most expensive headphones, with new models selling for over half a thousand dollars, but they are also the best headphones Apple […]
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This IOS 18 Error Can Only Be Fixed by Deleting Your Messages
iOS 18 adds a bunch of new features to the Messages app on iPhone. You can now add text effects to iMessages , schedule messages […]
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AI Junk Will Appear on Your YouTube Feed
Man-made trash has taken over Facebook , and then it will appear on YouTube. And like the homeowner who doesn’t seem to mind that the […]
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Life’s Challenges Reminded Me to Cook With All the Flavors I Love
Welcome to Cookbook of the Week. In this series, I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While searching […]
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My Two Favorite Ways to Pack
At least one weekend a month I go on a short trip. It’s almost never thought through. I usually have 24 hours to plan and […]
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LinkedIn Is Using Your Data to Train AI (but You Can Stop It)
Generative AI models don’t come out of a vacuum. In a sense, these systems are built piecemeal using vast amounts of training data, and they […]
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Seven Lessons to Teach Your Teen About Wealth Creation
Although my family was far from perfect with money, I am grateful that my father was obsessed with the principles of wealth building. By the […]
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25 Netflix Shows Canceled Too Soon
It’s hard to count the number of shows Netflix has canceled over the past year—some of them are obvious, like Dead Dead Detectives , Ratched […]
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These Six Herbs Are Best for Planting in the Fall
As the seasons change, I want to encourage you that fall is not only a time to clean up the yard , but also an […]
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This Compact Solar Generator Is Currently $199.
If you’re looking for a portable power solution to keep the lights on or charge your gadgets during a power outage or on hikes, you […]
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Is It Worth Exercising Even If You Are Sleep Deprived?
Should you exercise if you don’t sleep enough? A study published earlier this year takes a good, real-life look at this issue and finds that […]
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I Replaced Mayonnaise in Egg Salad With Cottage Cheese and Will Never Go Back
I don’t often write recipes for what I consider “diet” foods. I believe that everyone’s journey to health, strength or weight loss is personal and, […]
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Target’s ‘Circle Week’ Sale Kicks Off Ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day
October’s Prime Day typically marks the start of the holiday shopping season, but Target has been gaining traction on Amazon lately, starting its competitive sales […]
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How Deep Should You Squat?
I am someone who can appreciate the huge variety of squats in the world. High squats, low squats, front squats, back squats—they’re all great. And […]
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Use the Outdoor Technique to Declutter Your Closets and Drawers.
If you have a big mess in your home, you may already be using the piling method to fix it: you drag the clutter to […]
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Musical Haptics Is One of the Best Hidden Features of IOS 18
iOS 18 is full of new features and changes , some promoted by Apple and others not so much . Hidden and “under the radar” […]
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My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 8a
The new Pixel 9 line was released last month, resulting in price cuts for the Pixel 8 line. Amazon currently offers the Pixel 8 and […]
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Eight Strategies to Use in Almost Any Debate
There are many ways to “win” an argument that simply involve being manipulative, abusive, or otherwise shitty to the other person. In an era of […]
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You Can Hire Your Own Personal HR Department
If you’ve worked for a company large enough to have an HR department, you’ve probably been told that HR is not your friend . These […]
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Has ChatGPT Really Started Communicating With Users?
People have been predicting and fearing the possibility of AI takeover for decades—long before ChatGPT became a household name. But even though some tech companies […]
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I Tried This Method for Skinning Tomatoes and It Really Works
Vegetable peels are good for you, or so they say. Some don’t even need such literal “eat your veggies” marketing—potato skins, which add texture and […]
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Instagram Moves All Teens to More Restrictive Accounts
Instagram is moving all accounts for users under 18 to a new “ Teen Accounts ” format, which includes a number of protections and restrictions […]
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Where to Live to Avoid Most Taxes
About two-thirds of Americans believe they pay too much in taxes , and only about 25% believe they are getting a good return on their […]
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Don’t Prune These Plants in the Fall.
Welcome to fall, where most of your gardening to-do list involves cutting down flowers, shrubs, trees and other growing plants in your yard. Pruning is […]
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You Can Get the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ With $300 Off Right Now
If you’re not a fan of Apple products or are looking for an iPad alternative, now may be the time to get the Samsung Galaxy […]
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You Can Get This IPad Pro on Sale for $600 Right Now
You can get this discounted refurbished iPad Pro 12.9-inch 4th generation for $599.99 right now with free shipping. It’s a high-performance drawing and design tablet […]
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What People Get Wrong This Week: Immigrants and Pets
The 2024 presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump took place just a week ago. Long after the rest of this has been forgotten, […]
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