If you've ever wondered whether McDonald's exclusively uses real beef for its burgers, there are a few important facts you should be aware of.
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12 of the Best Exercises to Do With Resistance Bands at the Gym
Resistance bands are a favorite of travelers and home-gym-havers because they can fold up into a small, light, easily transportable package. But even when you have access to a full gym, there are still a ton of exercises where resistance bands are the right tool for the job.
Here are some of the best band moves that…
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Everything You Need to Know About the Fitbit Charge 6
One of Fitbit’s most popular models, the Charge, has a new version out: the Charge 6. It has Google Maps, Google Wallet, and YouTube Music controls built in, along with heart rate sensing that the company says is its most accurate to date. You can preorder it now for $159.95, only about $10 more than the Charge 5’s…
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Six Sinks, Ranked by How Easy They Are to Install Yourself
If you need to upgrade a sink, choosing the right one can seem daunting. If you plan to do the work yourself, considerations like mounting style, depth, and the type of countertop you have can factor into how simple it is to swap out your old sink for a new one. Here’s a handy guide, from simplest to most complicated…
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Thursday, September 28, 2023
How to Rejuvenate the Soil in Your Raised Garden Beds
It’s the end of the season, and we’re all starting to tuck in our garden beds for winter. The soil in your raised garden bed has worked hard all season to impart nutrients to your vegetables and flowers, which leaves the soil depleted. The long winter sleep is a great time to let your soil build back up the supply of…
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You Can Finally Use iCloud Keychain in Google Chrome
There’s a lot to love about Safari, but Google rules so much of the internet that using Chrome is sometimes a necessity. I can live with that, but what always frustrated me was the lack of iCloud Keychain compatibility. If I sign into an account in Safari, I can auto-fill passwords and 2FA codes with Touch ID every…
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Make and Freeze Mash Potatoes Now for an Easier Thanksgiving
I know I think about Thanksgiving more than the average person, but it’s never too early to start planning the big meal. If you’re a true over-achiever, that can mean making and freezing a few dishes, to cut down on your day-of labor, and mashed potatoes are surprisingly freezer-friendly.
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The 20 Best Romantic Comedies Streaming on Netflix Right Now
Romantic comedy is one of cinema’s oldest and most reliable genres for good reason: Real-life romance is complicated and sometimes exhausting. That can be true for characters in movies, too, but their problems are generally funnier than our own and, anyway, they’re not our problems. We’re comforted either because we…
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The Most Common Myths That Keep People From Investing
Plenty of people avoid the stock market out of fear, but learning how it works can help you make the right choices to mitigate your personal risk. If you’re looking to learn the “secrets” to investing before getting started, I’m sorry to report that there really aren’t any. Investing your money is one of the best ways…
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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Avoid These Words That Send Your Email to Spam
While you might know that your emails are all worthy of a thorough read and should never be relegated to your recipient’s spam folder, there’s a good chance that some of them are ending up there anyway. And there are things you’re doing without realizing it that increase the chances your message never reaches its…
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Here's a Better Recipe for Those Viral Auntie Anne’s Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites
Looks can be deceiving, especially when it comes to baked goods. I’m not talking about those cakes that look like suitcases and cheeseburgers or whatever; I’m talking about bagels, pretzels, and other breads that people try to “hack” by making something that looks like a bagel or pretzel, but does not taste or feel…
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Why Your Microwave’s Defrost Function Sucks (and What to Do Instead)
I love having a microwave. I use mine to whip up mashed potatoes, roux for gumbo, even lemon curd. It’s a versatile appliance, and I think everyone should have one. I’m not, however, in love with its defrost function. I prefer defrosting food using other methods, but you can defrost stuff in your microwave, you just…
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Monday, September 25, 2023
This Refurbished MacBook Air Is $320 Right Now
This refurbished 2017 MacBook Air is on sale for $319.97 right now. It has an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a 13.3" display, a 720p FaceTime HD camera, two USB 3.0 ports, and an SDXC-capable SD card. Obviously, this isn’t a great option if you need a newer MacBook, but if you know your needs…
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12 Podcasts That Explain the '90s
The 1990s was a transformative time that left an indelible mark on culture, technology, and geopolitics. With its vibrant pop culture, technological innovations, and geopolitical shifts, the decade was a period of immense change and growth. From Professor Anita Hill’s landmark testimony in the Clarence Thomas Supreme…
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
Today’s Connections Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, September 21
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Thursday, September 21, 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 21, NYT Connections #102! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer)…
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iOS 17 Has Security Risks Already
iOS 17 is a great update for your iPhone. It adds 20+ new ringtones and alert tones for this first time in a decade; lets you set up a full-screen Contact Poster that appears when you call other iPhones; and introduces video voice messages for FaceTime.
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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Why It's Never Been More Important to Have a Good Credit Score
A low credit score is always going to affect your ability to qualify for loans at decent rates. But given the current state of interest rates, having a strong credit score is more important than ever.
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You Can Get a Lifetime Babbel Subscription for $170 Right Now
A lifetime subscription to Babbel is on sale for $169.97 right now. Babbel is a language-learning program, and this offer gives lifetime access to all 14 languages, including Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish, Dutch, Polish, Indonesian, Norwegian, Danish, Russian, and English. You can…
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How to See How Many Times You’ve Charged Your iPhone
If there’s one thing iPhone owners obsess over, it’s battery life. We all want our iPhones to last as long as possible in between charges, but the more these batteries age, the less charge they can hold. That’s why it’s helpful to occasionally check your iPhone’s battery health, and see where it stands in terms of…
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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
You Can Now Connect Bard to Gmail, Google Docs, YouTube, and More
Today, Google announced Bard Extensions, a new feature that lets you connect Bard to your Google services. Think of them like ChatGPT plugins, if those plugins were proprietary and connected to OpenAI services. Bard Extensions allow you to connect Bard to services like Gmail, Drive, Docs, YouTube, and more, so you can…
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How to Get the Best Possible Car Loan Right Now
There’s never been a worse time to buy a car. List prices are still inflated well above pre-pandemic levels, and anyone who locks in a loan is locking in a high interest rate—leading to larger car payments and higher overall costs in the long run.
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Make Sour 'Candy' With Dried Fruit and Citric Acid
Last week I went on a little trip to tour the Mariani Family packing facilities. Even if you’ve never heard the name “Mariani,” you’ve encountered their products; they have an extensive line of dried fruit and related snacks, and they’re also responsible for the raisins in Kellogg’s Raisin Bran (and Raisin Bran…
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Monday, September 18, 2023
How to Get Back on Track After an Expensive Vacation
Whatever the weather forecast says, summer is winding down, as is peak summer travel. When you return from vacation, you hope to bring a few things back to your real life: some souvenirs, a healthy tan, maybe even a more relaxed version of yourself. What you don’t want to bring back: post-vacation debt.
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