Please, Air Fry Some Frico Gratin Potato Squares
Throwing away food really bums me out. I’ll do anything to prevent it, including meeting friends at BYOF bars and pushing food onto them. When I can’t do that, I’m a master of leftovers. I’ve concocted some really excellent re-works, like leftover rice salad, leftover cheeseball mac and cheese, or turning leftover… Read more…
What Is BVO and Why Is the FDA Banning It in Drinks?
It’s pretty much an American tradition that the FDA only bans a controversial ingredient after companies mostly stop using it—that’s how it went with trans fats and with BPA in baby bottles. Now, brominated vegetable oil (BVO) stands ready to join them. The additive was once used in Mountain Dew, and is still used in… […]
U.S. Home Prices Hit New Record in August According to Case-Shiller Index
Home prices reached a new record, according to the latest Case-Shiller Index report. These cities are on the rise.
After the November FOMC Meeting, Rates Remain Unchanged—For Now
The latest meeting of the Federal Reserve has confirmed expectations that it would hold rates at their current levels. Key interest rates will remain in the range of 5.25% to 5.5% […]
‘Don’t Break the Chain’ to Build a New Habit
Years ago, Lifehacker shared a productivity method called “Don’t Break the Chain,” attributed to comedian Jerry Seinfeld, who allegedly shared the secret during a surprise interview at an open mic night in the 1990s. While the comedy legend has gone on to claim he never advocated for such a “non-idea” at all, the… Read more…
How to Get Rid of PMI As Soon As Possible
Everyone knows that buying a home is expensive as heck—but the list of extra costs associated with buying a home can be shocking. Aside from closing costs, there are home inspections to pay for, lawyer fees—and possibly private mortgage insurance (PMI). Read more…
These Night-Vision Binoculars Are on Sale for $80
These Mini Dual-Tube Digital Night Vision Binoculars can help you see up to 300 meters at night, even in complete darkness—and they are on sale for $79.97 (reg. $159) right now, no coupon code needed. They also offer the ability to take high-quality photos and videos even in low-light conditions, thanks to their… Read more…
Evil Week: Take Multiple Pictures of Your Next Flat Tire So You Can Re-Use the Excuse
I have a friend who used to love to use food poisoning as an excuse to take a day off work or otherwise avoid things she didn’t feel like doing. It’s a pretty good lie because food poisoning can make you feel really awful but only for a short amount of time. No one will […]
Use the ‘Agile Results’ System to Achieve Short- and Long-Term Goals
The kind of productivity method you need depends largely on the kind of person you are. Some methods are adaptable, open to interpretation, and fluid, which is nice if you just need a little guidance. Others, though, are detailed and rule-driven, which is great if you need to be told exactly what to do and […]
Evil Week: What to Do If You Get Caught Shoplifting
Welcome to Evil Week, our annual dive into all the slightly sketchy hacks we’d usually refrain from recommending. Want to weasel your way into free drinks, play elaborate mind games, or, er, launder some money? We’ve got all the info you need to be successfully unsavory. Read more…
This $230 Refurbished iPad Comes With Beats Headphones
This grade “A” refurbished 7th-generation Apple iPad comes with open-box Beats Flex wireless headphones and a complete set of accessories for $229.99 (reg. $299.99). Read more…
This 55-Inch 4K QLED TCL TV Is $400 Right Now
Early Black Friday deals are impressive this year, and you should be taking advantage of any early Black Friday deal that works for you. We’ve already seen some record-low prices from Target, Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart. Just make sure to be shopping smartly so you don’t end up overspending. Best Buy, in particular,… Read […]
Evil Week: Give These Gifts to the Kids of Parents You Hate
Welcome to Evil Week, our annual dive into all the slightly sketchy hacks we’d usually refrain from recommending. Want to weasel your way into free drinks, play elaborate mind games, or, er, launder some money? We’ve got all the info you need to be successfully unsavory. Read more…
A Lifetime Subscription to AdGuard Is $17 Right Now
AdGuard is an ad-blocker with built-in privacy and digital safety protections—and a lifetime subscription to their family plan is now on sale for $16.97 (reg. $129.99) through Nov. 9. The family plan covers nine devices and works on iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows. Read more…
The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: The Gaylor Swift Theory
Before we all begin the long, excruciating march through the holidays, let’s take one last look back at Halloween, the lowest-expectation holiday of all, by checking out the most meme-tactic costumes of 2023 and melting all our Halloween candy together into one super-bar. Also: Taylor Swift implies she’s straight… Read more…
