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We know that sleep plays a significant role in our well-being and overall health. Unless we're switching between time zones or pulling all-nighters, our body's internal clocks-also known as our circadian rhythm-tell us when it's time to go to sleep and wake up in the morning. However, a range of environmental cues can...Read more...

The RokBlok 2.0 is a wireless portable record player that you can use almost anywhere, and it's on sale for $89.99. This novel little record player made its debut on Shark Tankand makes a great gift for music lovers: It's compact, portable, and can play 33 and 45 RPM records, including EPs, LPs, and singles. It...Read more...

In ongoing efforts to combat inflation, the Federal Reserve announced Wednesday another 0.25% interest rate hike. The quarter percentage point increase will bring the fed funds rate to a target range of 5.25%-5.5%, their highest level in more than 22 years.Read more...

Twisted Metal is an adaptation of a 1995 PlayStation video games series that you probably remember, provided you were between the ages of 10 and 16 at the time. Within the universe of the game, Twisted Metal is the name of an annual vehicular combat tournament hosted by a man named Calypso, in which combatants in ...Read more...

If you want to produce copy for your small business or personal landing page, this Wordplay AI Content Generator is on sale for $99.99. WordPlay has a guided mode that can generate full-length articles from an outline and a few basic questions, and its headline mode can generate an article based on a headline and...Read more...

Whipping up a batch of BLTs or umami-packed burgers calls for a hefty portion of bacon. And not just any bacon, but the flat, crispy kind you can layer, and that stays put. Here's how to avoid making soft, chewy bacon that pulls out of the sandwich on the first bite.Read more...

On a recent trip to Madrid, I realized something that would have been unimaginable as a traveler five years ago: I didn't need cash once. On the one hand, this meant no leftover euros as a souvenir." On the other, more important hand, this was confirmation of a shift in common consensus for travelers: Despite...Read more...

The world is full of unused swimming pools just waiting for someone like you to dive in, and now there's an easy, economical way to make it happen. Swimply is an Airbnb of sorts for pools-the service lets you rent any of the thousands of pools and backyards in cities and towns across the country, whether you're in the...Read more...

When you need to track down a customer service number, the easiest thing to do is Google it. But easy isn't necessarily safe when it comes to the Google business listings that appear in search results.

Bonfires are a summer and early fall tradition. You might think they're easy to throw together in a few minutes, but they can be tricky-and potentially dangerous. According to the Forest Service, out-of control campfires are the second leading cause of wildfires in the National Forest. And making a bit more effort...Read more...

No-bake desserts get a lot of shade most of the year, but the dead of summer is when they shine brightest. Suddenly the insults stop and the compliments fly. Clear a space in your fridge because we're jumping in the deep-end of no-bake desserts with this simple yet dazzling Panna Colada Pie.

Leaving your phone at home when you head to the beach or the lake is not really an option anymore-not, that is, if you need directions, entertainment, weather forecasts, the ability to take photos, and access to the outside world. So we all bring our phones, and risk getting them wet and ruined.Read more...

Cannabinoids, the chemical compounds cannabis famously contains, are not only found in cannabis. In fact, there are both endocannabinoids, made by the body, and phytocannabinoids, made by plants. Humans have an entire system of receptors dedicated to interacting with cannabinoids-whether made by the body or coming...Read more...

If you want to get where you're going, you probably use Google Maps. If you want to get where you're going as fast as humanly possible, you use Waze. The app will take you on twists and turns, haphazardly hopping on and off highways, just to shred five minutes from your commute, and we love Waze for it. If you're a...Read more...

We are right smack in the middle of moving season. Leases are ending and starting; U-Haul vans and boxes are hot commodities; IKEA and The Home Depot are packed. And scammers are busy at work reeling in victims all over the country with fake rental listings (some of which, just to complicate matters, are not ...Read more...

Your pants are lying to you. You don't have a 36" inch waist, even if the label in your jeans says waist 36." Your waist probably measures closer to 38".Read more...

After months spent in a public but invite-only stage, the Arc browser from The Browser Company is now open to the public: Any Mac user can now download the browser, which is currently free (with a Windows version in beta). But now that you can download Arc, should you really abandon Chrome for it? I think you should,...Read more...

Dreaming of a career change is a near universal experience for anyone with a job, typically arising in the wake of repeated experiences with unfulfilling work, lackluster bosses, or a sense of general dissatisfaction with your chosen field. The result might be a lot of venting to your friends and family and aimlessly...Read more...

Earlier today, Samsung announced two new Galaxy Watch devices, the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. While they look similar to the previous Galaxy Watch 5, the new Watch 6 line sports plenty of upgrades and new features over Samsung's other wearable devices, including better specs, a more compact design, and...Read more...

Netflix has officially made their password-sharing crackdown policy global, and it's been working for them-the streaming company has gained 5.9 million new subscribers in the last three months, according to The Guardian. But what if you could still get Netflix for free"? I use quotes here because, as you know,...Read more...

Research shows that a decluttered workspace-whether digital or physical-can be beneficial for your productivity and your sense of wellbeing. Decluttering is great, but once you've tackled that, you know what else is good for you? Working somewhere clean-really clean. Disinfecting, sanitizing, and cleaning up dust and...Read more...

I have an impressive, well organized collection of fast food sauce packets and tubs, some of them quite rare. I keep them around for saucing emergencies, like if Taco Bell decides to ignore my request for 10 Fire Sauce packets, or McDonald's gives me BBQ sauce instead of Sweet n Sour. (I also hoard McDonald's straws,...Read more...

Sure, you know how to spot a phishing email (even if your parents don't). Unfortunately, cybercriminals are continuously devising new methods to gain unauthorized access to credit card information, leaving you with financial losses and personal distress. And while hackers flex their endless creativity, the old ways of...Read more...

If you're interested in learning how to start buying and selling stock, bonds, and crypto, the Ultimate Candlestick Trading and Analysis Master Class Bundle is on sale for $29.99 right now (reg. $200). Each course is taught by Travis Rose, a full-time day trader and investor. The courses are self-paced but are built...Read more...

Running in the heart of a metropolitan city can be a lot different than running in a quiet neighborhood or on a trail. The scenery can be an obstacle in its own right, and there are potential dangers that lurk literally around every corner. Fortunately, if you know how to navigate them, running in the city can be a...Read more...

Some might say that lighting food on fire is unnecessary bluster. They're fools. Not only is showing-off in front of friends good and virtuous, it can modify the flavors and aroma to benefit the dish. But, hang on just a second. Before you start pouring rum on everything, make sure you've set up a safe environment...Read more...

Traveling to Europe can be costly, but for at least the next few days, it doesn't have to be. Through Great Value Vacations, which calls itself the online leader of expertly designed vacations at an affordable price," you can snag a 9- or 10-night trip to Paris, London, and Amsterdam for $1549, including airfare and...Read more...

Hello, my babes, and welcome back to Will It Sous Vide?, the column where I usually make whatever you want me to with my immersion circulator. This week we're turning our collective consciousness to one of my favorite taco fixings: juicy, tender, crispy carnitas.

Samsung announced two new foldable smartphones at Unpacked 2023: the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and the Galaxy Z Fold 5. At first glance, these fresh foldables look just like last year's Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4. But there are some key differences that make them unique: Maybe it isn't worth upgrading from 2022's Flip and Fold, but...Read more...

Sunscreens are marvels of modern engineering: Not only do they reduce the amount of ultraviolet radiation that hits our skin, they're formulated to keep a thin layer of protection all over the area they cover, while also being only a little bit sticky or greasy.Read more...

When your pet is recovering from surgery, they need TLC; they don't need to become a laughingstock by shoving their heads in the dreaded Cone of Shame," or Elizabethan collar." Almost all pets hate that stiff plastic cone that goes around their neck, preventing them from licking or tearing out their stitches. In...Read more...

Going to college and getting a degree used to be a pretty common goal. For a long time, a bachelor's degree of some sort was seen as a necessary precursor to a good career and financial stability. In recent years, though, that's begun to change-between the steep cost of earning that degree, the current confusing mess...Read more...

Samsung's updates to the latest, top-of-the-line Tab S-series Android tablets are here in the Galaxy Tab S9. While not a huge step up from the Tab S8 series, they still maintain the lead on the highest-end Android tablets out there. If you're an Android fan looking for an alternative to the iPad Pro, this is what you...Read more...

Legend has it, tomatoes must stay on the countertop. Claire Lower, Lifehacker's senior food editor, famously refuses to put them in the fridge. Sadly, not everyone has the space or the wisdom to keep them elsewhere, so they get tossed in the cold box. And while is no fallacy that chilly temps can make tomatoes taste...Read more...

Samsung's big Unpacked event has come and gone. At 7 a.m. ET on Wednesday, the company began announing its latest suite of smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets. We saw the newest iterations of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5, the new Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic, as well as the new Galaxy T9 lineup. While...Read more...

Netflix is back on its business (adapting a popular anime to live action). At the tail end of August, the streamer will drop the first season of the apprehensively anticipated flesh-and-blood take on Eiichiro Oda's long-running manga/anime series One Piece.

If you're not careful, cleaning ceiling fans, chandeliers and other hanging light fixtures can leave dust and gunk on everything down below, which is basically the opposite of what you're trying to accomplish. To avoid that, forget what you think you know about opening umbrellas indoors and try this trick to make sure...Read more...

If you're overweight, biking might be the ultimate way to get active and get in shape. It's low impact, so you can get an intense workout without crushing your joints and bones. It's great for building your leg muscles, strengthening your core, burning calories, and for cardiovascular fitness. But best of all, bombing...Read more...

Home insurance is a crucial safeguard against unexpected disasters and financial losses. But life gets busy, and even responsible policy holders may fall victim to a missed insurance bill, or a failed automatic payment, or perhaps an outdated mortgage clause listed on policy documents. If your home insurance has...Read more...

Humans can let you know when they're having trouble with motion sickness. Dogs have a bit of a harder time.Read more...

There was a time when your computer mouse needed a mouse pad to be used correctly. These days, your mouse likely uses optical and laser technologies, and your mouse pad's services are no longer required (although gamers still swear by them). Before you throw your old pad away, however, consider that there might be...Read more...

A month into the marriage of streaming services Paramount+ and Showtime, the bond is proving beneficial-for Paramount+, anyway.Read more...

This Saturday, July 29th, is National Chicken Wing Day, because of course it is: This is America, and nothing says freedom and liberty for all quite like getting a great deal on wings. You'll find deals at many popular spots all over the U.S., as well as some lesser-known places you might want to check out.Read more...

If you're leaving Twitter/X behind, I don't blame you. For one, I had to write Twitter/X, because I'm not sure what to actually call it post-Elon's confusing rebrand.

A pair of consumer-grade night vision binoculars may not have the range of professional tech, but it can still make a fun and functional gift for nature lovers. Right now, the Mini Dual Tube Digital Night Vision Binoculars are on sale for $99.99 (reg. $159.99).Read more...

I get ideas for cooking tips and food hacks from odd places-video games, street trash, being too lazy to do things the right" way, you get me-but some ideas come from the most wholesome source: Y'all asking great questions in the comments section. Recently, a forward-thinker asked if it's okay to put bacon grease in...Read more...

This24"Acer monitor with an anti-glare coating is on sale for $129.99 right now (reg. $163). It's a 1080p LCD monitor with a grade B" refurbished rating, meaning it only has minor superficial scuffs or scratches, but none that affect its performance. This monitor has a 60Hz refresh rate with 1920x1080 resolution.Read more...

How many days are in your training week? If you're like most of us, seven. But this is because we are tools, creatures of habit, small-minded folks who cannot conceive of a schedule that is approximately seven days without being exactly seven days.

Waffle makers and SPAM are a powerful duo. The ridged plates press into the processed meat, creating crispy browned peaks and valleys that grab onto sauce and don't let go. I've been waffling naked, unadorned SPAM for years, but we're leveling up with waffled SPAM pops (now with actual waffle batter).Read more...

When you're ready to tackle a big home renovation or repair, finding a good contractor is a challenge. Getting one to even give you the time of daycan be harder than you might think, in part because of a shortage of skilled tradespeople, and in part because of the economics of construction-your dinky little half bath...Read more...