Burner emails are the best invention since Hotmail. And permanent burner emails—fake addresses you give out when signing up for services that forward to your actual email address—are even better, because they give you a little spigot for turning off…
Lees meerFrequent flyer programs offer a multitude of perks including priority boarding, upgrades, lounge access, and more. But even the most well-traveled sometimes don’t realize that the perks of these programs aren’t just for adults—children are also elig…
Lees meerAmong the perks of travel rewards credit cards are policies offering credits that can wipe out eligible charges from your statement. It’s like getting stuff for free! But right now, some credit cardholders are finding that their American Express cre…
Lees meerHaving “no plans” used to feel luxurious—hedonistic, even—but “things” have shifted, and the lack of structure in our days is starting (or continuing) to feel a little bit oppressive, or at least extremely dull. In short, it sort of feels like there…
Lees meerAs we reach the seventh or eighth or ninth week of whatever the hell this is we’re going through, we are all in much different places than where we started (even as we all stay forever in the same place). On the one hand, physical distancing has got…
Lees meerThe “classic” COVID-19 symptoms—those first reported months ago, back when the average American was familiar with the disease only via a few scattered news reports—are fever, dry cough and shortness of breath. Since then, we’ve learned more about CO…
Lees meerLike everything else right now, Mother’s Day might not look quite the same way it usually does this year. There will be no get-togethers with extended family, no brunch at your favorite local restaurant, no relaxing massages or pedicures. There is l…
Lees meerThe world now runs on video chat and telecommuting apps, but as we’ve come to discover over the last few weeks, they can be a security risk. Recent reports of “Zoombombing” and account stuffing have raised concerns over several difference video chat…
Lees meerSoon you’ll need to wear a face covering if you want to ride in an Uber.Read more...
Lees meerIf you’ve been working from home during the shutdown, the past eight weeks have probably felt twice as busy and stressful as usual. After all, you’ve had the difficult task of staying productive while learning new tools, figuring out how to communic…
Lees meerThis week’s Eta Aquarid meteor shower is the last good one before July, according to the American Meteor Society, so try to catch it if you can. Read more...
Lees meerWhen the coronavirus pandemic headed for the U.S., credit card issuers responded by promoting their customer assistance programs that can delay your payments or offer other adjustments during this confusing time.Read more...
Lees meerA pair of Taotronics headphones, a Logitech mouse, a NutriBullet blender, homesick candles, an Aukey USB-C charger, and customizable dog collars are at the top of Monday’s best deals. May the fourth be with you.Read more...
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Lees meerChances are good you don’t have any immediate plans right now to go on an international trip. However, if you were trying to enroll in Global Entry earlier this year, you’re going to have to wait until at least June to finish the process.Read more...
Lees meerWhile NASCAR, like all other sports, is on hold right now, Sunday you have the opportunity to watch a virtual race, where professional stock car racers hop into simulators rather than actual cars to compete.Read more...
Lees meerIf you want to watch movies online with your friends, the pandemic has brought us some options.Read more...
Lees meerToday was the original date for the Kentucky Derby. While the actual event has been rescheduled for September, a number of Derby-related activities are happening this weekend including a mint julep course from the Master Distiller at Woodford Reserv…
Lees meerAs an inveterate traveler, I find it really hard right now to be stuck at home without any actual place to go or plans for travel in the near future. Still, I’m an adult who understands the reasons we’re not traveling; my son, he just wants to “go”—…
Lees meerIf you’ve abandoned your rewards credit card for your coronavirus-era purchases, reaching instead for a cash-back card, it may be time to reevaluate.Read more...
Lees meerGiven all of the economic worries, it would be tempting to stop paying your daycare provider, many of which are asking for partial tuition during the shutdown. If you can afford it, it’s a good idea to keep paying them, as you will want a daycare fa…
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