On May 11, 2023, the federal declared the COVID-19 public health emergency over, and with it, the Postal Service program that provided free at-home COVID tests for US residents. But though the free tests are no longer available, that doesn’t mean it…
Lees meerA clean, properly functioning exhaust fan is the best way to keep your bathroom dry and mold-free. Unfortunately, not all homes have this feature, and if you live in a rental, or remodeling your bathroom to add an exhaust fan isn’t in your budget, y…
Lees meerBeing a free spirit who “goes with the flow” and doesn’t plan for trips or activities is often seen as a valid (and fun) way of living. But many of us simply can’t live that way; we know there are benefits to thinking ahead. For one, if you can allo…
Lees meerWhen we think of cork, the cylindrical stoppers in wine bottles probably come to mind first. But the sustainable material can also be used in other ways throughout a home, including as flooring, wall paneling, and in light fixtures—not to mention f…
Lees meerBeing confined to our homes in the early days of the pandemic made many people rethink how they utilize their space. Desks, tables, counters, and other flat surfaces became makeshift home offices and classrooms, and guest rooms were used to isolate…
Lees meerIf you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, September 9, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 9, NYT Connections #9…
Lees meerHot honey is a condiment with staying power. Popularized by brands like Mike’s and Trader Joe’s years ago, this tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce brings the zing to fried chicken, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pizza, biscuits, and cheese plates. It…
Lees meerBeing lactose- and dairy-sensitive is not a walk in the park–either avoid dairy, or understand it comes with a hefty caveat. My partner is an Italian-American who hesitates to eat cheese. When I offer him a dessert with whipped cream, he just about …
Lees meerYou know you need to break your bad study habits. There are loads of great ways to study, but there are plenty of bad methods out there too. Let’s go over the study methods to avoid and the ones to prioritize instead, so you can actually remember al…
Lees meerSchool has started again for the fall 2023 semester, which means it’s time to look into what student discounts are available to you. You go to college to secure an education that will get you a better-paying job in the future, and while it’s pricy n…
Lees meerFall is majestic. Don’t get me wrong, I live in anticipation of summer and the growing season, but Fall is the season that never lets me down. In the Pacific Northwest, where I live, fall is marked by a different smell in the air, a return of cloud …
Lees meerPayday 3 is slated to drop Sept. 21, 2023, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait until then to play it. Developer Starbreeze Studios is running a new, open beta test for the online multiplayer heist game, but you need to act fast if you want to tak…
Lees meerWhen I was a kid, my mom would occasionally make chicken satay. This herby, nutty, spiced “chicken on a stick” was a favorite of mine and my siblings. Sadly, satay was only for special occasions (and, being the youngest, I still harbor a suspicion t…
Lees meerWhen fall creeps toward winter, we know we’ll have to turn on the heat. But when is the right time? If you’re arguing with your partner or roommate about the thermostat, we’re happy to be able to end that argument for you. (They’ll probably never ad…
Lees meerWelcome to Training Diaries, a new Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats on my journey to the biggest marathon in the world. Leading up to race day on S…
Lees meerIf anything could get me to believe in a higher power (and the fact that they have a sense of humor), it’s the existence of eggs. They’re a perfect food (that we get from the butt region of a mostly flightless bird). The high-protein white, coupled …
Lees meerIf you want to watch NFL football in 2023, but you don’t want to pay anything, there’s good news and bad news. The good news is that there are a ton of games you can watch for nothing. The bad news is you can’t watch every game. And even if you wan…
Lees meerThe Ultimate ChatGPT Prompts Guide is a lifetime subscription that gives you access to a large collection of prompts for the OpenAI chatbot. This guide covers a range of topics, including things like SEO content creation, marketing, business plannin…
Lees meerThe early parenting years are a full-contact sport—and the chaotic mix of sleepless nights, tantrums, and physical neediness can often lead to parents feeling “touched out.” From the intensely physical experience of breastfeeding to just generally b…
Lees meerWhen you fire up YouTube, what types of videos do you look for? A deep dive on a brand-new video game? A clip from your favorite movie from 15 years ago? Maybe a cute animation about nuclear war? That’s all well and good, but why aren’t you searchin…
Lees meerOfficeSuite is a Microsoft Office alternative on sale for $44.99 right now. The Personal Plan includes Documents, Sheets, Slides, Mail, and PDF, all of which are fully compatible with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace file formats for viewing an…
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