Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, October 29, 2023

I STEWed over this one for a bit, but ultimately I was up to the CHALLENGE, and I’m sure you will be, too. If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Sunday, October 29, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll […]

Don’t Assume a Brand New Car Has No Damage

Part of the process of shopping around for a used car is performing various inspections, including checking for damage. Consequently, part of the allure of buying a brand new car is, at least in theory, that you can skip that part, and don’t have to worry about anything being wrong with the vehicle. No previous […]

Here’s When You Should (and Shouldn’t) Use Silicone Grease for Household Projects

When it comes to common household tasks that require a lubricant, many people reach for products like petroleum jelly (e.g. Vaseline), cooking oil spray, or WD-40. And while they’re often effective—at least temporarily—some projects could benefit from silicone grease. Here’s what to know about the lubricant and when… Read more…

2023 is full of noise and disruption. Here’s how to do business anyway

There’s a lot going on in real estate and beyond, writes broker Troy Palmquist. Here’s how to block out the things you can’t control so you can get back to business.

As Sitzer | Burnett trial winds down, plan for what’s next: The Download

As the first of the buyer commission trials draws to a close, get to know the plaintiffs in Sitzer | Burnett and plan for the changes ahead.

If You Still Have Student Loans, at Least They’ll Get You a Free Pizza

Back in March 2020, in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government put a pause on student loan repayment. Now that the pause is over, a national pizza chain is offering a free pizza to those who have started making student loan payments again. Here’s what to know. Read more…

This Pop-Up Car Tent Is Now Less Than $300

The CARSULE pop-up cabin for your car is now through Oct. 31 on sale for $299.97 (reg. $379). This versatile tent transforms any outdoor setting—whether you’re camping, tailgating, or road tripping—into a spacious living area right at your car’s tailgate. Read more…

Roundcube Webmail servers under attack – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

The zero-day exploit deployed by the Winter Vivern APT group only requires that the target views a specially crafted message in a web browser

Rookie Reply: Non-Renewal Notices, Rental Arbitrage, and Hard Money 101

If a potential tenant approaches you about Airbnb rental arbitrage, you may wonder if there’s a catch. Are you responsible for damages? What if you encounter a noisy guest? As […]

Biden administration backs plan to convert more offices to homes

Initiative provides new financing and technical assistance to developers and local government, and highlights grants and tax incentives that can make conversion projects more attractive.

Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, October 28, 2023

Today’s puzzle is cute and fun, and features a cameo from a TV character. If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, October 28, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the trickier words… Read more…

Put MSG in Everything, You Cowards

By now, we should all be completely unafraid of monosodium glutamate, the umami-boosting molecule more commonly referred to as “MSG.” It will not give you headache, it will not make your arms numb, but it will inspire you to eat an entire head of roasted broccoli in one sitting. Here’s how (and why) you should […]

Level Up Your Productivity With ‘Time Pockets’

Even when you’re timeboxing your whole day, you’ll notice you end up with a few random pockets of time sprinkled throughout your schedule. If you don’t have a plan for what to do with these, they’ll become super unproductive, so start thinking of how you can maximize your productivity with “time pockets.” Read more…

Yes, the FDA Really Did Issue a Warning About Black Licorice

The FDA advisory about licorice is a few years old, but the memes about it will live on forever. “FDA issues warning about black licorice for halloween,” one headline read. And then below that, in a screenshot taken for posterity, somebody comments that the warning must have been “It tastes like shit.” Read more…

These Are the Best Android Apps for 2023

Each year, there are countless apps launched on the Google Play Store. The problem is, it’s hard to tell which are worth your time, and which are worth ignoring altogether. In my view, these are the 15 apps you need to have on your Android phone in 2023. Read more…