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When Netflix started in the late 1990s, its business model was sending physical DVDs to people to rent. Times have changed, and the streaming company is shutting down its subscription DVD service next month after 25 years. The last discs will be mailed on Sept. 29, but Netflix is going out with a DVD party by sending...Read more...

My favorite food at any yard party or barbecue is, hands-down, the potato salad. The burgers, grilled chicken, and even corn get more shine than this praise-worthy bowl of mayo slathered starch, and that's just fine with me. While there's a line of losers waiting for cheeseburgers, I've got 12 pounds of potatoes all...Read more...

An oil inferno is pretty much the worst-case scenario in any kitchen, but do you know how to respond if a grease fire happens to you? Here's what to use to safely and quickly put out a blaze on your stovetop.Read more...

This AquaSonic Icon electric toothbrush comes in black, navy, or white with a magnetic holder and travel case, and it's on sale for $24.99 right now (reg. $39.95). Obviously, a regular old toothbrush still gets your teeth clean just fine, but the AquaSonic uses micro-vibrations to scrub areas your manual toothbrush...Read more...

Whether you're moving soon, doing an end-of-season closet clean-out, or simply offloading items that are taking up space and not getting any use, selling online is an easy way to make some cash on your no-longer-needed goods. But to get buyers' eyes on your stuff and convince them to purchase what you're...Read more...

There is no such thing as leftover cheese" but, if you are a cheese collector such as myself, you probably find yourself with little nubs and ends of various dairy treasures. You could keep making increasingly tiny cheese plates, or you could follow in the footsteps of Jacques Pepin and make fromage fort, a cheese...Read more...

If you live in an area that traditionally suffers horrific storms, your home was probably built to a high standard in order to survive the worst. But what if you're in an area that is only now feeling the brunt of climate change-driven storm intensity? There are some steps you can take to try and storm-proof your...Read more...

Oh, you want to know how to actually cool down your house with fans? Well, I can help, as this is my sixth summer without an air conditioner, practically qualifying me as an expert on staying cool without one. I got one of my fans by simply taking it from an ex during a breakup, but these things are relatively cheap,...Read more...

Last year, I told you all about BeReal, a then-trendy app that encourages you to share real-time, unfiltered photos of whatever you're doing, in an effort to counteract the curated, contrived nature of Instagram. The cultural pendulum never stops swinging, though, so that's over. Now, there's BeFake, which spits in...Read more...

When you think about iMessage, it's easy to focus on all the cool full-screen effects, emoji reactions-and even the hidden flight tracker. One thing no one thinks about, however, is bookmarking. It turns out that iMessage has a hidden bookmarking feature that makes it easier to keep track of links people share with...Read more...

Note taking apps are everywhere: You can dive into complicated options with a never-ending list of productivity features, or you can keep things simple with the note apps offered for free on your device. Of course, going that route means you might miss out on some features, occasionally ones that should absolutely be...Read more...

The Pivo Pod has an automatic face and body tracker that uses AI to keep you in frame while you record, and it's on sale right now for $55.99. It started out as a $500,000 Kickstarter success, and now you can use it for your TikToks, YouTube videos, or whatever else. Pivo Pod can adjust shots to maintain smooth and...Read more...

Credit card rewards programs offer a fantastic opportunity to earn points, miles, and cash back on your everyday spending. And if you're looking to maximize your rewards, the concept of double dipping" can be a game-changer. Double dipping involves combining various strategies and leveraging your credit card benefits...Read more...

Until now, if you wanted to buy a MacBook with a 15-inch screen, you had to go for the $2,500 16-inch model, filled with features and power that most regular users would never need. No longer: After years of rumors and speculation, Apple finally made a 15-inch MacBook Air. Hallelujah.Read more...

Back-to-school time means kids will come home with sniffles, sneezes, and coughs. While there isn't a way to keep them healthy all the time, and no one has a cure for the flu or common cold, there are some simple and natural things you can do to boost your child's immune system so you can keep sick days to a minimum.

It's too damn hot to do anything interesting, so all the young people are staying inside and scum saving in Baldur's Gate 3, talking about scary movies that don't actually exist, visiting the planet of the bass, and not walking around with their labia minora hanging out of their dresses.

No one likes to constantly get calls, texts, and emails with car insurance quotes from countless companies-even long after you've already purchased a policy. If this has happened to you, you probably used a quote comparison website to save yourself time, instead of calling individual insurance companies.

Whether we're eating at home or dining out, my family never skips dessert, and we're pretty good at ordering the best item on the menu. The first time I went to the Cheesecake Factory with my father, he blew my mind by skipping the namesake treat entirely and ordering the strawberry shortcake instead. They make it...Read more...

You don't have to be a bed-rotter" to appreciate the perfect pillow: Many of us have carefully constructed our sleep space, from how many pillows (and what kind and where they're placed), to the temperature of the room and the texture of the sheets. To throw a gigantic U-shaped wrench into the picture, I present to...Read more...

Suspension trainers are great for home workouts and for traveling, but you'll also see the (often) yellow and black straps dangling from a pullup bar at the gym. What are they even good for, if the machine and dumbbell alternatives are right there? Let's take a tour of some of the exercises that are actually best done...Read more...

Technology has advanced to the point where most people can afford to upgrade their dumb" watches to a decent device that can measure their sleep quality and tell them how many steps in a given day, all for relatively cheap. If you're looking for a good deal on a smartwatch, here are some of the best current,...Read more...

You or I would never do drugs, or attempt to cheat on something as important as a drug test. But perhaps you have a friend" who is curious about how the tests work. Here's what your friend" needs to know.

When you need to remember something important, it makes sense to look around for hacks and tricks to maximize your recall. And plenty of those are out there, but do they actually work? One popular tip involves chewing a certain flavor of gum or spraying an specific scent in the air while you study or work, then using...Read more...

Avocados have a fan club filled with people who hate to love them. They taste great; they can be sliced, mashed, or blended; and the can be used to make everything from salad dressings to ice cream. But they like to play coy. Perfectly ripe for seemingly mere minutes, avocados spend most of their time on the...Read more...

Curiosity Stream is an award-winning streaming service that has a huge library of documentaries on science, history, technology, nature, biographies, and true crime, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $199.99 right now.Read more...

The Maui wildlife fires are the deadliest in the U.S. in over 100 years. The rising death toll is currently 111, with thousands still missing. While much of the nation is grieving and offering support for residents of the devastated town of Lahaina, some are responding by creating and spreading lies and conspiracy...Read more...

Every once in a while, I start to hate cooking. Or at least I start to hate cooking for myself. This feeling peaked during height of the pandemic and social distancing; while everyone else was finding comfort in meditative brunoise-ing and reflective baking, I was drained by the time supper rolled around. It still...Read more...

Concrete is amazing. All you have to do is look at ancient Roman ruins to realize how durable, flexible, and strong concrete can be as a building material. This can lead to the occasional moment of mental dissonance, however, when your outdoor steps are crumbling into dust while the 2,000-year-old Pantheon in Rome...Read more...

If you didn't grow up camping, you may be surprised to find out that starting a campfire isn't as easy as it looks in the cartoons. (My daughter recently tried rubbing two sticks together, earnestly believing this would start a fire. Spoiler: It doesn't work like that). But if you're hoping to quickly get a fire going...Read more...

Sangria is the perfect candidate for a simple summer wine cocktail. For those that love sipping on this sessionable, fruit-laced alcoholic beverage, not much is required besides chopping up ripe produce and adding wine. For others, there's a real problem here. Floating fruit chunks crowding your wine. Luckily, there's...Read more...

Gree Electric Appliances is recalling 1.56 million dehumidifiers-including 42 different models from13 brand names sold by several popular retailers-after reports of at least 23 fires breaking out. Those brand names include Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole, and Seabreeze.Read more...

You probably don't have to work on the first Monday of September, but why? The name Labor Day" suggests a holiday that's all about American workers, but most of us just see it as an excuse for a three-day weekend, and to celebrate the end of summer.Read more...

If you find yourself experiencing an unexpected heatwave and your air conditioner goes down, keeping cool can be difficult. While nothing beats the cool blast of air supplied by a traditional AC unit, there's a DIY approach that can help out. Making your own swamp cooler for emergency use is a simple project with just...Read more...

Sturdy pots and planters that look nice are some of the costlier elements of expanding your houseplant or garden collection. But you don't have to settle for cheap plastic pots or drop a fortune on fancy planters if you're willing to put a little bit of effort into making your own.

America is a land of opportunity, of contradictions, of...podcasts. In fact, there's at least one standout podcast for each of the 50 United States (and Washington, DC, too)-niche shows dedicated to everything from the Grand Canyon to the food at the Minnesota State Fair. Each one celebrates the voices and stories...Read more...

Getting through airport security with kids can feel like chaos, especially if each family member has their own carry-on bag packed to the brim with items they need to stay entertained on a long flight. Parents have to keep an eye on multiple bags, which may not pass through the scanners in any sort of logical order...Read more...

Most of us don't have $10,000 burning a hole in our pockets. Naturally, if you have this sum laying around, your first response should be to pay off any outstanding debt. It's the most risk-free, straightforward use of your funds. It's also a good idea to pad out your emergency rainy day" fund.Read more...

It's the end of an era: Microsoft is officially planning to shut down the Xbox 360 Store and the Xbox 360 Marketplace. While certainly sad news, it might not be necessarily surprising: The Xbox Games Store launched with the console back in 2005, the same year YouTube started. It was a different world. Now, with the...Read more...

Air frying bite-sized chunks of steak might be one of the most casual ways to pop straight protein (thanks, TikTok). It's fast, simple, and you can toss or dip the bites in any number of sauces. However, like most good ideas born on social media, there's room for improvement. Yes, you should make some popcorn meat,...Read more...

After Reddit purged its free API for third-party apps, the landscape of Reddit apps became quite bleak. You now have two options: You either use Reddit's own app, which is not great and is chock-full of recommended posts and videos you don't want to see; or you use the Reddit website, and jump through popups forcing...Read more...

This refurbished MacBook Air is on sale for $247.99. It's from 2015, so obviously it's on the older end, but it's certified refurbished to look and work like new. It comes with a charger and cable, black snap-on case, an Intel Core i5 processor, and 128GB SSD. Its battery can last up to nine hours on a charge.Read more...

Speech-to-text is among the most useful accessibility technologies to ever have been invented. It lets you use AI to read things out loud, which is great for people who suffer from vision loss, those who want to take a break from screen time, and those who want to listen to things while their hands are occupied (like...Read more...

Earlier this week, Snapchat's AI chatbot, My AI, seems to have gone rogue. With no explanation, it posted a story to all Snapchat users consisting of a one-second video of what looked like a wall and ceiling. This is not what My AI is supposed to do, and there is no explanation for why it did it.

You've almost certainly heard of love languages" and you probably also know there are five of them: words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and receiving gifts. Or at least there were. Truity, a company that offers a variety of personality tests, recently surveyed over 500,000 people and...Read more...

Woot! is having a big Warehouse Cleanout" sale where you can find many products highly discounted, with some more than 50% off. The sale goes on until Aug. 22, and Amazon Prime members can get free next day delivery for certain products.

You want to look your best in professional headshots for your company website or LinkedIn profile. (A bathroom selfie is not recommended.) But serious photographic portraits can cost hundreds of dollars, not to mention the time and effort. But maybe you can skip all that hassle with artificial intelligence.

Gmail has matured a lot over the years, so much so that you no longer need a third-party add-on for power-user features, such as scheduling emails. However, there is always room for more bells and whistles, particularly if your inbox serves as too much of a distraction, long email threads annoy you to no end, or you...Read more...

You can get two licenses of Microsoft Office forMac or Windows for $79.99 (reg. $439.98). The purchase comes with immediate download links and software license keys to install the complete app suite on up to two computers. Mac and Windows users get Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote, while those...Read more...

In the wake of abust on an illegal medical lab in California involving a dozen government agencies, the Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use at-home pregnancy tests made by Universal Meditech, Inc. (UMI), which were distributed under multiple names and sold on multiple online platforms

Gas prices have come down from the historic high of over $5 per gallon national average it hit last year, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. However, our current $3.71 per gallon is nothing to scoff at. Luckily, there are ways to use technology to help us find the best deals on gas. Apps like WazeRead more...