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As a rule of thumb, I try to never check luggage when I fly, but there...
10 of the Easiest Countries to Emigrate to When You've Had Enough
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Do You Need Dimensional, the Social Media App for Personality Tests?
I learned a lot about myself this morning thanks to Dimensional, a social media app that...
You Should Never Use Pennyroyal Tea to Induce an Abortion
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What's New on Paramount+ in July 2022
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How to Add an Easy DIY Water Feature to Your Garden
Water can help your garden feel more tranquil—and it can encourage birds and other wildlife to...
This Year, You Should Flambé Your American Flag Cake
Every year around mid-June my inbox is flooded with press releases for flag cake recipes, all...
The Most Common Relationship Money Conflicts (and How to Avoid Them)
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How to Get a Slew of Free Moving Boxes
Anyone who has ever moved as an adult knows how expensive it can be. Between hiring movers,...
Buy These Adapters Instead of Apple's $59 USB-C Dual Charger
When you’re traveling or out and about, a single USB-C adapter is never enough. You probably...
12 of the Worst Parenting Trends of the Last Century
Viewed through modern eyes, long-discredited parenting techniques seem laughable—what kind of idiot would feed a six...
Use a Subscription Manager to Stop Paying for Services You Don't Use
From Netflix, to iCloud or Google Cloud, to Amazon Prime, to Blue Apron, you probably subscribe...
How Fireworks Became a Fourth of July Tradition
Although fireworks make appearances at New Year’s Eve celebrations, sporting events, and even weddings, their big...
Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Your Tubes Tied
In the past few months, ever since the draft decision overturning Roe v. Wade was released,...
How to Conquer Your Fear of Flying, According to a Pilot
It’s estimated that 25 million Americans have a fear of flying. And although the fear is...
The Five Best Apps for Cheap and Discounted Groceries
According to the National Resources Defense Council, up to 40% of the food in the United...
The Best Strength Training Routine for Kids (and Maybe for You, Too)
For years, my kids have been following me into my garage gym. (Even before we had...
16 Unbreakable Rules of Parking Lot Etiquette, According to Lifehacker Readers
Last week I asked you for your unwritten rules of parking lot etiquette. As I wrote...
How to See Rare 'Night-Shining' Clouds, Thanks to Climate Change
The age of the noctilucent cloud is upon us. Night-shining clouds are historically rare, beautiful formations...
How to Create a Spotify ‘Iceberg’
Let’s be honest: One reason we love sharing our Spotify listening data is for the competition....
What to Do If You Find an Injured Bird
You don’t need to intervene if you find a baby bird. Truly, fledglings don’t need your...
These Credit Cards Come With Sweet Airport Perks
Hanging out at the airport is no one’s idea of a good time, but as the...
How to Make Tomato Ranch, the Ranch of the Summer
My refrigerator is broken. Not broken in a way that cannot be fixed, but broken in...
Can You Guess a Movie Based on a Single Frame?
I used to be someone who started every morning with Wordle and all its spin-offs. I mastered...
Fuck ‘Fish Pedicures’
You’ve likely seen videos of fish pedicures or seen signs advertising them the last time you...
What If, Hypothetically, You Really Want to Move to Canada ASAP
For some reason, the frequency of google searches for “How to move to Canada” spiked by...
Oh Fuck, Your Eyes Can Get Sunburned
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How to Calculate Your Personal Inflation Rate (and Why You Should)
If you’ve checked the news even once over the past few months (or tried to buy...
11 Beginner-Friendly Exercises to Do With Kettlebells
Want to add some kettlebell exercises to your routine, but aren’t sure where to start? Here...
How to Renounce Your U.S. Citizenship
Last week, Green Day frontman Billie Joel Armstrong told a London crowd he was planning to...
Should You Choose a Hotel or an Airbnb for Your Next Trip?
One of the many decisions to make when traveling is: Airbnb or hotel? While you’re probably...
Finish Your Dish With a Splash of Pickle Juice
Knowing how to finish a dish is what separates the great home cooks from the merely...
What's New on Prime Video in July 2022
After a tortured development process that involved multiple failed films and more than a few false...
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If your eyebrows furrowed last time you got the check at a restaurant, you’re not alone....
How to Use Apple Notes to Have Secret Chats With Others
Apple’s Notes app might not be the first option to come to mind when you want...
Why You Should Stop Hiring Full-Service Movers
Buying or selling a house is a stressful marathon of endless complications—but when you’re finally done...
How to Manage an Emotional Breakdown at Work
We all have our bad days at work. When you do, it can be all too...
Why a ‘Buy-Back’ Program May be a Cheaper Way to Rent a Car in Europe
Back in 2020, many car rental companies got rid of large parts of their rental fleets....
These Snakes Are Actually Great for Your Garden
Snakes often get a bad rap and sometimes with good reason—there are plenty of venomous snakes...
The 7 Deadly Sins of Being an American Tourist Overseas
My fellow Americans, please: In the name of all that is good and holy, stop acting...
Why Everyone Hates Landlords Now
Leeches. Parasites. Maybe even bed bugs? Landlords get called a lot of things—none of them favorable....
Finally, an Easier Way to Use Google Password Manager on Android
Google Password Manager is an all-encompassing password management service for your Google Account, but actually managing...
The Difference Between Power Strips and Surge Protectors
With the exception of your bathroom, you probably have multiple appliances, devices, lighting, and electronics is...
How to Make a Hospitable Outdoor Space In Less Than a Day
If you’re fortunate enough to live in a home with some outdoor space, you probably should...
Where to Get Free and Cheap Food for the 4th of July
June is coming to an end, which means it’s almost time for fireworks and hot dogs....
The Difference Between a Guard Dog and a Watch Dog
In addition to providing companionship, (some) dogs are also hard workers. For example, some breeds are...
How to Plant a Tapestry Lawn (and Why You Should)
After decades of the assumption that a proper lawn must be made up of a single...
How to Tell Whether Your Window Fan Should Be Facing In or Out
For many people, window fans are essential tools for keeping cool—especially if they don’t have (or...
How to Bring Your Dog to Work Without Being an Asshole
June 24 happens to be National Bring Your Dog to Work Day, but lots of people...
These Airlines Let You ‘Carry on’ for Free
As the cost of flights continue to go up, consumers are looking for ways to rein...