There’s something evocative about the full moon in winter. Combined with the leafless trees and bitter cold, that stark globe hanging in the crispy air can seem positively desolate. Pencil in Feb. 5 on your calendar of the year’s astronomical events…
Lees meerI recently picked up a new iPhone, and for the most part, I love it. What I didn’t love was not having my iMessages on my new iPhone synced up with my other Apple devices. Sure, my new phone had my most recent messages, but from there, things got we…
Lees meerWhen you want to back up your iMessage chats, iCloud is a severely limited option. It’s good for syncing your chats across devices, and to avoid sudden data loss, but that’s about it. Anyone who has ever tried to find a particular message from years…
Lees meerMost folks who have ever purchased something from an online retailer or meal kit service have probably experienced—or at least feared—package theft. Even if you’re extra careful about tracking your packages and you’ve never had a package stolen from…
Lees meerWe’ve all been there. It’s one of the two weekend mornings, and you decided to pick up a dozen everything bagels, only to return with a lesser seeded variety because they were sold out. Or worse, they only have plains. (In those moments, I’ve recons…
Lees meerThe top complaint I hear about soup is that it’s “not a meal,” and perhaps some of them aren’t. It’s true that some soups are watery and pathetic, but there’s an easy solution: If your soup is broth-based, chuck more stuff in there; if your soup is …
Lees meerEggs used to be one of the cheapest protein sources out there. Back when they cost $2 a dozen, the 84 grams of protein in a carton of extra-large eggs worked out to just 48 cents per 20 grams of protein. But thanks to the recent bird flu outbreak an…
Lees meerApple went all-in on eSIM with the iPhone 14 line up, removing the option for SIM cards from their smartphones for the first time. In theory, there should be plusses there: There’s one less moving part to worry about on the phones now, which can bot…
Lees meerRight now, Sam’s Club is offering their basic tier membership for 50% off right now, which means you can get a year’s worth of wholesale shopping for just $25. And you can sign up online here, using code “C2C44" at checkout. Read more...
Lees meerWith a few billion people on the planet, is it really so bad that you fell head over heels with your ex’s friend? After all, treading through the often hellish dating world can be tough and stressful, so if you finally find someone you genuinely con…
Lees meerIn February, Hulu reaffirms its status as the unofficial true crime streaming service, launching a trio of new docuseries that delve into real (and binge-worthy events).Read more...
Lees meerDisney is doing nothing much to subvert February’s reputation as the worst month of the year. The Disney+ release calendar for February 2023 has arrived and on it you’ll find...nothing much that stands out, aside from the streaming premiere of Blac…
Lees meerA good ice cream sandwich should have an alluring, yet sensible outer layer (the “bread,” if you will). It needs to be dry, flavorful, not too hard, and not too absorbent. This is why cookies are such a good candidate, but I’d like to encourage ever…
Lees meerIf you’ve been feeding yourself for any real length of time, you have probably realized there’s a difference between “preparing food” and actual cooking. Mixing up some boxed mac & cheese and calling it dinner isn’t exactly the same thing as whippi…
Lees meerGetting a gift card at a discounted price can feel like a real win; it’s the sort of sale that truly feels like you’ve been given free money to tuck back into your pocket. However, it’s really only a deal if that gift card is for a store you were go…
Lees meerIf you’ve finished your quest for the Holy Grail, don’t despair; there are still tons of historical treasures to uncover. These priceless objects may have fallen off the map, but that doesn’t mean they’re gone. They can’t be; the law of conservation…
Lees meerPickles are polarizing. Even people who like vinegar and cucumbers sometimes struggle to eat them. I’m not one of those people. I love pickles and pickled things, but the cucumber pickle will forever be my favorite. Whether they’re subtly tangy, sup…
Lees meerStronger is better, right? Concentrated dish soap degreases better. Higher proof rum will get you drunk faster. You even scoop your ice cream from the part of the tub with the most fudge and nuts. But when it comes to rubbing alcohol, higher concent…
Lees meerSECURE 2.0 was signed into law at the end of 2022. Standing for “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement,” the second version of this act is designed to keep building on improvements to the U.S. retirement system. Whether retirement is…
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Lees meer“I met her in a club down in Old Soho, where they drink Champagne and it tastes just like cherry cola” isn’t my favorite Ray Davies lyric, but it’s certainly memorable. I’ve never had a sparkling wine that tasted just like cherry cola, but I have no…
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