The 2022 midterm elections are quickly approaching, and no matter where you live, there’s a lot at stake. From inflation and immigration, to attempting to preserve democracy and regain bodily autonomy for people with a uterus, there is plenty to wor…
Lees meerThe Mac’s startup sound is justifiably iconic, but it’s an anomaly. None of Apple’s other devices make a peep when booting up, relying on solely the presence of the company’s logo to inform users their iPhone or iPad is turning on. If you prefer an …
Lees meerWhen it comes to traffic, drivers can fall into a variety of categories. Maybe you’re someone who dutifully sends in reports to your map service provider. Maybe you actively try to employ driving strategies that make traffic less likely for other pe…
Lees meerWhen you get serious about your fitness goals (be they strength- or weight-related), often one first step is to get your nutrition in order. You want to get enough protein to support your muscles, fruits and vegetables for health, carbs for fuel, an…
Lees meerIn a recent study, twice daily nasal irrigation was found to reduce the severity of COVID-19 symptoms. Although the study in question had some pretty major flaws—including a small sample size and the lack of a proper control group—the researchers “a…
Lees meerOne of my favorite childhood snacks was a large Clausen pickle, eaten alongside cubes or slices of sharp cheddar cheese. I would take alternating bites of each, unencumbered by cracker or bread. Usually, I would wash it down with Diet Coke (because …
Lees meerAccording to Psychology Today, as many three-quarters of bereaved people report some kind of after-death communication with loved ones. This could come in the form of a dream, a feeling, a favorite song on the radio, just about anything, really. I’m…
Lees meerYou can never have too many snack options, especially when it comes to holiday celebrations like Rosh Hashanah. Honey apple puffs fit the bill for party appetizers due to their simple ingredient list, easy bulk preparation, and impressive aesthetic,…
Lees meerYou’ve probably noticed your favorite streaming giants, the likes of Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max—once the haven for creators lured in by the freedom to make shows that would never fly on broadcast TV—are increasingly resorting to tactics like subscr…
Lees meerHow do you choose which nonprofits deserve your money or volunteer hours? Nobody wants their donations to enrich some overpaid CEO’s pockets, so we’ve often been told to steer clear of organizations that spend too much on overhead. Our own charity-g…
Lees meerThere are a lot of instances when you might need to match a phone number to a real person’s name. Maybe you got a text from an unknown number. Maybe you’ve seen a call from an unlisted contact pop up repeatedly on your partner’s home screen. Whateve…
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Lees meerI am not on a no-carb, or even low-carb diet, but I am on a eat-as-much-protein-as-I-can-in-a-day diet. (I don’t know if you guys heard, but I’ve started powerlifting and have made it my entire personality.) Eggs play a big part here, because their …
Lees meerThere’s something for everyone this week in kids’ popular culture. Gamers can enjoy a ton of leaked video of in-development mega-game Grand Theft Auto VI; music fans can enjoy an official, non-leaked listen to Blackpink’s new album Born Pink; and f…
Lees meerThe Apple Watch was designed to be used on your wrist, but, in my hubris, I still want to control it from my iPhone. Most often, it’s when the watch is on its charger in the other room and I’d like to check a feature or continue an update process wi…
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Lees meerNecessity being the mother of invention and all, it’s not surprising that when the economy turns the screws on people, they tend to get creative about their income sources. When you’re struggling to pay your bills, everything starts to look like an …
Lees meerAnother day, another misguided cleaning hack from TikTok that you will regret attempting. The latest cleaning trick that’s been circulating on the popular video-sharing app is all about air fryers—but this particular hack is reportedly ruining peopl…
Lees meerAs the seasons change, variations in humidity and temperature can cause wood to swell or shrink, making wooden doors prone to sticking. Other factors that can cause doors to stick are things like loose hinges, stripped screws, or worn weather stripp…
Lees meerA toxic boss can make your work life miserable and cause your mental health to suffer. Working for someone who has a hard time being upfront with you, or who straight-up lies about work-related issues big and small, can leave you either constantly o…
Lees meerIn today’s busy world of work obligations and family responsibilities, free time can feel like an impossible luxury. You may dream of having long, lazy days to whatever you enjoy. But as enjoyable as all that time may seem, it turns out that there c…
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