There have never been more different types of vegan milk to choose from, which is great news for people who don’t (or can’t) drink cow’s milk, and it’s a double-edged sword for vegan cooks and bakers. Variety is great, but it means every new alt mil…
Lees meerA clean home is a peaceful home—but what if the act of cleaning it could be peaceful, too? That’s the guiding principle behind the FlyLady cleaning method, popularized by organizational guru Marla Cilley. Let’s go over what the FlyLady method is—and…
Lees meerWhether it’s a last-minute “gotta get ‘em something” present, or you’re shopping for someone who is extremely online, digital gifts don’t have to be thoughtless and generic. For the right person, all 12 of the gift cards, subscriptions, or services…
Lees meerWe are in peak gift-card-buying season as the holidays rapidly approach—which means that scammers are also in their peak season of trying to trick us into buying gift cards that those on our list won’t actually be able to use. We’ve previously cover…
Lees meerIn my household, I am the cook and keeper of all things kitchen-related. But a few weeks ago I broke my entire foot, so my partner has taken over, well, everything. He is doing a great job keeping the pets alive and the house clean, but I do wish he…
Lees meerYou’re on vacation and stop by a liquor store to get some wine before you head back to the hotel room. You’re hanging out with your friends late into the night and decide to open a bottle of the good stuff. You have a first date at a BYOB restauran…
Lees meerSmartphones have been the camera of choice for years, not only because of their convenience, but because of their excellent photo and video quality. Most of us like that about them. But if you’re online enough, you might have noticed something odd: …
Lees meerGather round, podcast listeners. I want to tell you a story. Many stories, the best stories, all assembled from the best storytelling shows available via a good wifi or cellular connection. In many ways, all podcasts are trying to tell us a story. B…
Lees meerWhile the idea of “passive income” sounds great, the term is usually misleading, as establishing passive income streams often requires a lot of work. While most passive income schemes involve starting a business or sinking some capital into investme…
Lees meerWhen Valve released Portal in 2007, it was a revelation. Critics and gamers alike praised the first-person shooter/puzzler for its inventive gameplay, the deadpan wit of GLaDOS (the artificial intelligence that antagonizes you throughout your missio…
Lees meerRent prices are crazy high, and they don’t seem to be decreasing any time soon. According to Vox, the typical U.S. monthly rent in August went up 12.3 percent over last year. Renters feeling the pinch have often resorted to temporarily renting out e…
Lees meerGardeners might seem like they have every implement ever created for gardening, but there are some stand-by favorites as well as unique finds that can please even the most prolific plant addict. From back-saving tools to houseplant care, take a look…
Lees meerPirate ships were the start-ups of their day. During the “golden age of piracy” (approximately 1650-1720), countless thousands of sailors and underground entrepreneurs tried their luck at high-seas robbery, launching criminal operations with very li…
Lees meerSony and Microsoft recently unveiled the first batch of new games joining their respective subscription services, and December is shaping up to be an excellent month of gaming for PlayStation Plus and Xbox Game Pass members alike. It also looks like…
Lees meerWith soaring inflation causing concerns for your investments, U.S. savings bonds are considered a safe bet, since they’re fully backed by the government. In October we told you to buy Series I bonds in order to lock in an interest rate of 9.62%, th…
Lees meerAn obvious gift choice for the book enthusiast in your life is, well, a book. But unless they’ve sent you a list, selecting something they’ll like and haven’t read may seem like a monumental task. Instead, consider this list of book-themed gifts for…
Lees meerThe martini knows no season, but your brain is very aware of them, and right now your brain is probably craving festive, holiday-themed treats and libations. Cocktail-wise, this usually means hot toddies, dark spirits lots of spice, egg nog, or the …
Lees meerGarbage disposals can be very convenient, plus help keep food waste out of landfills. But garbage disposals are often a mystery to homeowners. But while it might seem daunting, garbage disposal maintenance can actually be pretty simple.Read more...
Lees meerIf you live in an area that regularly gets snowfall, you know the love-hate relationship with the white stuff. A snowy evening can be a peaceful, beautiful thing—everything gets quiet, and that untouched blanket of snow creates a gorgeous blank slat…
Lees meerMany of us have been using iPhones since the beginning, and its “hidden” or “secret” features are things we’ve know about for ages. But every once in a while, I learn something new about iOS. This time, it’s a feature that lets you instantly measur…
Lees meerSome households use Christmas tree ornaments as markers of major events—mementos of marriages, births, new homes, and vacations dangle from every branch. They’re nostalgic, eclectic, and rarely match—and that’s their charm. Others, though, see Chris…
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