One of the first parts of working remotely that got people really excited (aside from being able to wear soft clothes all the time) is avoiding their daily commute. Whether that involved a traffic-filled car trip, or depending on perpetually late pu…
Lees meerYou’ve watched the parade and the dog show. You’ve cooked, cleaned and had dinner. You’ve managed to avoid (or at least tune out) football. Now what? Why not head outside and take a look at the Earth’s shadow? It will be easier to spot than usual bo…
Lees meerWhether you’re spending the holidays on your own, or (still) cooped up with the same people you’ve been quarantining with for months, you could probably use a break from your usual routine. Even if you’re not celebrating, you may still have a day (o…
Lees meerLast night, Twitter lit up with claims that Parler, a social media platform surging in popularity among Trump supporters—especially since the election—was hacked. Parler’s CEO John Matze did damage control today, strongly denying the claim, but the…
Lees meerAs COVID-19 vaccines transition from the hypothetical to the actual, with Pfizer seeking an emergency use authorization from the Food & Drug Administration that could see the first Americans being inoculated against the disease as early as December,…
Lees meerDogs are omnivores like us, so nearly everything on a Thanksgiving table may be appetizing to your pup. But a traditional turkey dinner includes things that can be harmful to dogs in large amounts. So if you plan to treat your pet to some leftovers,…
Lees meerThanksgiving is America’s most tortured holiday. A celebration originally recognizing the survival of hardships (and, later, as a nod to religious ideals and then to help unite the country in times of conflict), it has metastasized into an annual ce…
Lees meerIn the summer of 2019, months before the word “coronavirus” meant anything to most people, a mysterious respiratory illness began popping up around the U.S., ultimately sending over 2,700 primarily young and healthy people to the hospital and dozens…
Lees meerThere are a number of things privileged Americans take for granted on Thanksgiving—and it’s important to remember that eating a delicious meal in the company of friends and family is a luxury many cannot afford (and one that you definitely should no…
Lees meerSinks—and running water in general—are wonderful things. Hot or cold water, whenever we want it, straight out of a tap conveniently located in our own homes? It’s pretty great. But sometimes, sinks get stinky.Read more...
Lees meerApple’s pivot away from Intel processors to using its own M1 chip in its Mac PCs and MacBooks means iOS apps can now run directly in macOS. Unfortunately, it also means some desktop apps developed for Intel hardware are now incompatible on the new …
Lees meerYour kids might be concerned about Santa’s annual trip around the world this year—and rightfully so. We’ve just spent months explaining why they can’t go to school, gymnastics class, summer camp, their friend’s house, grandma’s house, or anywhere e…
Lees meerRenting out your home can bring in some extra cash, but doing so places you into the role of landlord. Aside from legal obligations to consider beforehand, having a proper vetting process will help save you from the hassle of bad tenants or even pot…
Lees meerOne COVID-19 vaccine is already under review for possible emergency authorization in December; its competitors are close behind. Once we have a vaccine—or maybe several—it will be a while until there are enough doses for everybody. The CDC is workin…
Lees meerDespite the accelerating pace of the COVID-19 pandemic across the United States, millions of people are traveling this week to see their families for Thanksgiving. Gatherings will continue as planned, as if the Centers for Disease Control hadn’t iss…
Lees meerThousands of Spotify users just learned the hard way why you shouldn’t reuse passwords. Read more...
Lees meerWeed edibles are a tricky business. If you’ve never eaten your way to a high before, you may be a little wary, even if you’ve smoked many a joint. Edibles, as the kids say, hit differently.Read more...
Lees meerSometimes I wish I had been around for the early days of jogging, when you could put on an earth-toned sweatsuit and simply put one foot in front of the other until you felt like you were done. Running in 2020 involves a world of Strava and Garmin a…
Lees meerIf past financial trouble has prevented you from opening up a checking account, you have another option: a second-chance bank account. These usually have some restrictions, including a monthly fee, but you can save money long-term, especially if you…
Lees meerThanksgiving is a bit of a weird holiday for me. When I was growing up, and all through college, it involved having the same meal every year at my grandparents’ house. But after college, when I moved across the country for a job at a newspaper, thin…
Lees meerBlack Friday is hitting a little different this year, and for your sake and everyone’s, we hope you plan on doing any deals shopping online. Luckily, retailers far and wide are lining up to grab your attention with amazing deals, and they’re startin…
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