Disable Geolocation Access on Venmo to Avoid Disclosing Your Address
We have already told you to change the settings on Venmo private, that the whole world did not know to whom of your friends you […]
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What You Need to Know About Slickwraps Data Hacking
If you’ve ever adorned your laptop or smartphone with a pretty custom vinyl skin, chances are you got it from Slickwraps – or at least […]
Continue reading »How Can I Support My Adult Child With a Mental Disorder?
Mental health continues to be one of the most requested topics that readers ask me to cover both in the parenting advice column and other […]
Continue reading »How to Unlock the Hidden Bottom Toolbar of Chrome in Android
Most mobile web browsers have the URL bar and UI controls at the top of the screen, but this layout isn’t great when using a […]
Continue reading »Why the Bank Keeps Your Deposit for 9 Days
On the rare occasion that you receive money through an old-fashioned check, it is fairly easy to transfer that money into your bank account. You […]
Continue reading »Use a Nearly Empty Jar of Peanut Butter to Make the Dipping Sauce
My boyfriend has a very peculiar habit of making (and is) peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in his sleep. It was a little unsettling at […]
Continue reading »Is the Flu Really Worse Than COVID-19?
COVID-19 and influenza are respiratory illnesses that can be fatal. One is still rare in the US, while the other is widespread. Should we fear […]
Continue reading »Play This Game to Better Communicate With Your Kids
You probably have a few tricks to get your kids to talk about their day after school or at the dinner table. But sometimes you […]
Continue reading »Update WordPress Duplicator Plugin to Block Zero Day Attack
WordPress Duplicator Plugin is a great tool for migrating your WordPress site to another host or backing up all your content, themes and plugins – […]
Continue reading »How to Get Menu Bar in Edge Chromium
The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser looks pretty slick, but Chromium is removing the usual menu bar behind the other buttons for a clean interface. […]
Continue reading »Be Careful Not to Dull Vegetables in the Multicooker
“Fix and forget” can be a slow cook motto, but that doesn’t mean you have to be frivolous. A little prep and foresight can differentiate […]
Continue reading »Ask Yourself How Many Vacation Hours You Will Lose Along the Way.
Before you start booking flights and hotels for your next big vacation, ask yourself one question: What percentage of my total vacation will these travel […]
Continue reading »Get Free Pancakes Tomorrow From IHOP
February 25 – National Pancake Day. In honor of this fictional celebration, IHOP is offering everyone who visits any of its establishments a free short […]
Continue reading »How Not to Care About People Who Don’t Like You
One day in high school, I discovered that my friends didn’t like me. One of the girls in my “group” told me that I was […]
Continue reading »No, Babies Don’t Need “baby Milk”
Your baby can prepare to stop using breast milk and / or formula. You may be wondering how to switch to cow’s milk or some […]
Continue reading »How to Prevent Strangers From Intruding on Your “private” WhatsApp Groups
If you are a big WhatsApp user, I implore you: stop posting links to your group chats in public. And tell everyone in your group […]
Continue reading »To Avoid Higher Baggage Fees, Plan Ahead
Someday we will tell our grandchildren about a serene time when you didn’t have to pay money to take your luggage with you when you […]
Continue reading »What’s New on Netflix This Week of Feb 24, 2020
Netflix is using the last week of February to air the Netflix Originals series on the platform. This week will be the first season of […]
Continue reading »Simplify Typing on Samsung Galaxy Keyboard by Adjusting Contrast
One of the great things about Android is that you have tons of different keyboards to choose from. While you may know how to replace […]
Continue reading »What’s on at Hulu in March 2020
The new Hulu Original Little Fires Everywhere by Kerry Washington and Reese Witherspoon will debut on streaming service this month, and I’m personally very excited […]
Continue reading »Ask Before Reclining an Airplane Seat
Last week, an American Airlines passenger tweeted a video of a man repeatedly punching the back of her folding seat . The video went viral […]
Continue reading »Spend Less Time in DMV by Submitting Your ID Documents Online
Effective October 1, 2020, you will need a valid ID or passport to board any domestic flight in the United States. If you don’t already […]
Continue reading »Give up Future Opportunities That You Wouldn’t Do Right Now.
New opportunities open up to all of us every day. Sometimes it can be difficult to choose which of these possibilities to say yes. However, […]
Continue reading »How to Avoid Paying the New, Higher United Checked Baggage Fee
If you are traveling with United, you might consider prepaying this checked baggage. On Friday, the airline announced that it plans to raise the cost […]
Continue reading »Join Google and Remove Cheetah Mobile Spam Apps From Your Android Device
Google recently announced that it has banned over 600 apps from the Play Store for using aggressive ads. Buzzfeed reports that many of them were […]
Continue reading »These Are the Best Pre-Order Deals for New Samsung Galaxy Phones
Pre-orders for a new wave of Samsung Galaxy-class Android smartphones have started this morning. We doubt you burned midnight oil to buy a smartphone ahead […]
Continue reading »Create a Help Wanted Message Board for Family Matters
After a long week at school, kids don’t necessarily want to spend the weekend doing household chores. They watch TV better than vacuum. Or build […]
Continue reading »Add Chartreuse to Your Campari and Soda
When I recommend a new bottle of booze, I try to use it in multiple recipes so it doesn’t get stuck on the bar cart […]
Continue reading »Ask IKEA to Replace the Screws If You Accidentally Lose Them
Several years ago I moved to a new apartment. While my new location is just a few miles from my old one, the move has […]
Continue reading »What to Do With Things Someone Left at Your Home
If people come to your home – be it a friend, roommate, ex-partner, or the occasional guest at a party – someone is bound to […]
Continue reading »You Need More Than HTTPS to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi
You should no longer be afraid to use public Wi-Fi. Or at least you will have a lot less fear now. While that doesn’t mean […]
Continue reading »How to Install the Google Crash Detection App on Older Pixel Phones
According to early developer builds of the upcoming Android 11, the exclusive Pixel 4 Car Crash Detection app will hit older Pixel devices when the […]
Continue reading »How to Draw Attention to Your New Job
Have you ever thought that you are expected to be promoted just to see your boss announce that the role is being transferred to someone […]
Continue reading »A Flu Shot This Year Could Cut Your Chances of Getting the Virus in Half
If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, there is still time to do so. We now also know how effective this is likely to […]
Continue reading »Should I Receive a Tax Refund on a Prepaid Debit Card?
Earlier this week, we looked at whether it would ever be a good idea to get your tax refund in the form of an Amazon […]
Continue reading »Make the Perfect Instant Pork Stew With Seared Onions
I mainly use my Instant Pot to cook large cuts of meat until they are so tender that they fall apart. The appliance makes a […]
Continue reading »Train Your Open Palm Grip
In our month-long quest to strengthen our arms and forearms, we trained a crush grip , a supportive grip, and a pinch grip. Now it’s […]
Continue reading »Beware of Email Attachment Scams This Tax Season
It’s so easy to pay taxes from the comfort of your home. Even if you work with a tax officer instead of using one of […]
Continue reading »What’s on at Disney + in March 2020
Disney + users will be able to visit Wakanda on request on March 4 when Black Panther hits streaming service. Doctor Dolittle 2 and Ice […]
Continue reading »What You Need to Know Before Using Cloth Diapers
When I was pregnant with my son, my husband and I started using cloth diapers. I was so dedicated to my work that I bought […]
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