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This past week, Paramount+ caught flak for making like Max and Disney+ and removing content so its parent company could take a tax write off. This included nixing Paramount+ Originals like Grease: The Rise of the Pink Ladies (which only finished releasing new episodes on June 1) and, most controversially, rescinding...Read more...

There are cheaper options than a brand-new computer. If you need to run demanding apps, stick with an appropriate high-spec machine, but if you just need a laptop to browse, respond to emails, or get a little work done, this 2015 MacBook Pro is on sale for $262.99 (reg. $399).Read more...

Porn is fun, and a great way for us to explore sexual pleasure by ourselves or with a partner, but mainstream pornography is also problematic. It's often catered to the male gaze, offering depictions of women in degraded or dehumanizing ways, and is usually exploitative of both the performers and production team, with...Read more...

The American death industry is a racket. Everything is overpriced. The average coffin will cost between $2,000-$5,000, and according to some sources, the cost of a cremation averages between $4,000 and $7,000 per body-and that's not including the memorial service. But you don't have to settle for an overpriced burial...Read more...

Some restaurant dishes are hard to replicate, but a great truffle pasta isn't one of them. Instead of shelling out upwards of $50 for a single serving of fettuccine tartufo, why not whip up a family dinner that's bursting with the fabulous fungi for a whole lot less? Here are a few options to making a high-end truffle...Read more...

When I was a kid, my science fiction-loving dad decided we were going to watch 2001: A Space Odyssey. I did not understand this long, complex, boring movie. I certainly did not appreciate it like he did. As a result, I thereafter refused to experience some of his favorite other movies, TV shows, and music. Only in...Read more...

Having a big shade tree in your yard can provide a cooler hangout spot in the summer and cut back on the AC bill. But choosing and planting the right tree so it will grow to full height and provide the shade you want can be tricky. Some trees that are hardier and better suited for this than others, and there are some...Read more...

If you're bringing cold drinks to the beach or barbecue this summer, don't pack the cooler with boring Cokes and 7-Ups. Mark yourself as a person of distinction by shoving some old-timey sodas in the ice instead. These obscure, regional, and forgotten soft drinks were good enough to refresh your grandpa, and they're...Read more...

Okay, history nerds. You might have aced your social studies tests in school and have enough facts at your fingertips to teach a class in U.S. history, ancient civilizations, or the history of the modern world. But how deep does your knowledge go?Read more...

If you paid attention to my pleas for peas last year, you might be reading this after a morning snack of fresh-off-the-vine peas, with a pile of discarded pea shells nearby. Those extraneous pods make for fantastic compost, as they're full of nitrogen, but if you'll indulge me, I'd like to suggest you take them in a...Read more...

If you're one of the more than 7 million people in this country who are unbanked," you know how hard it can be to live a modern life without a bank account. While the rise of financial apps like Paypal or Venmo has expanded our financial options, it's exceedingly difficult (and expensive) to navigate life without at...Read more...

If all you've ever known of peas is mushy peas or canned peas, you've never really tasted peas. The cool, crisp orbs you pop out of pods fresh off the vine are a completely different vegetable (not taxonomically speaking, but they might as well be).

The roof is one of the most important aspects of your home. If your roof fails you, it kicks off a domino effect of water, structural, and possession damage that makes your comfortable space uncomfortable, unattractive, and potentially dangerous if mold takes root. When it's doing its job and keeping us dry, we tend...Read more...

Money can be awkward to talk about, but that awkwardness comes at a hefty price. Financial boundaries are guardrails that you put in place to protect your money. And it's not just about protecting your cash-it's about ensuring you have a comfortable, healthy relationship with money.Read more...

In videosreleased this weekend, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.-a man who has compared childhood vaccines to the holocaust and is also running for president for some reason-lifts weights on a sunny beach. He appears to be lifting 115 pounds. He has fans who believe this is impressive, and that he can do so says something...Read more...

By October, I am no longer precious about preservation. By that time of year I am just throwing shit in jars. End-of-season harvesting is exhausting, and I am ready to settle into the fall and winter, where I get to enjoy the literal fruits of my labor and have friends ooh and ahh over my wall of colorful jarred goods.

We've all got busy schedules, which means we have to make time for the things that are most important to us. If you're not an avid reader but you still want to benefit from the wisdom in the top self-help and business books or non-fiction bestsellers, FlashBooks Business Book Summaries and SumizeIt Book Summaries...Read more...

We love Costco around here, but if there isn't one near you-or you won't use the perks it offers enough to justify the higher membership fees-Walmart-owned Sam's Club is a totally viable option for all your bulk buying needs. Especially when you can get a year-long membership for 50% off.Read more...

Fruit seasons are short. Strawberries are out for a few weeks, then cherries fill the shelves, followed closely by ripe nectarines and peaches. Forty-five seconds later, they're all gone and we're left with apples (again). In order to cram as much summer fruit into my tum-tum as possible, it helps to have a few novel...Read more...

If you want to learn a new skill, you have plenty of options online, but watching YouTube videos and reading tutorials doesn't work for everyone. If you don't do well with completely self-guided learning, you might benefit from a more traditional online class.Read more...

If you received a refund from SmileDirectClub in the last few years due to dissatisfaction with their invisible orthodontic aligners and agreed to keep it confidential, you no longer have to stay quiet about it. In a settlement announced last week, SmileDirectClub customers who were previously unable to discuss their...Read more...

Consider the underestimated grape leaf. Each year, grape vines are cut back, and turn brown and woody, then emerge vivaciously fresh with green shoots in the late spring. These vines grow aggressively each year, taking over any structure they can. The grapes are the focus, but the leaves shouldn't be overlooked. They...Read more...

Half the fun of buying a little drink from Starbucks lies in the customization options. Their seemingly endless supply of flavored syrups lets you create a bespoke treat, and treating yourself is important. But treating yourself can also get expensive, especially if you're doing it at Starbucks, so it's worth...Read more...

You might not be familiar with thequenelle, but she's commonly found in restaurants and, well, she's kind of a big deal. Chefs quenelle lots of things, and for good reason. Even if you don't give two hoots about fine dining, making food at home that looks good is still important. Because you deserve it.Read more...

We're still weeks away from my first summer tomato, and it feels like I just got all my tender summer starts and seeds in, but I know better: I can't put away the seed-starting trays because fall and winter planting are right around the corner, and I need to be thinking about them now.Read more...

There's a corner of TikTok for every person and interest out there, including woodworking, but it can be tough to figure out what you can trust. Some purported TikTok woodworking hacks" will leave you scratching your head, especially when the shortcut is more complicated than the original task at hand or the video is...Read more...

As much as we might like to stay at home with our pets-or take them with us everywhere we go-there are times when we have to leave them alone and unattended. This leaves plenty of opportunity for them to get into trouble, intentional or not, unless common household hazards are minimized.

Within days of beginning your search for a home, you'll start encountering all manner of tricky and pedantic real estate terms. Two of the most confusing are twin home" and duplex." They sound like they are interchangeable terms for the same kind of residence. But they aren't.

If you love your lawn, fine, but maybe hear me out: Lawns are the worst. Even if you don't mind the watering, mowing, and chemicals, most lawns-including yours-are terrible.

Your most important relationship at work is the one you have with your boss, and it is this relationship that can make or break your job satisfaction, particularly in organizations with a set hierarchy in which the supervisor bears responsibility for the work of others. While the quality of your work certainly matters...Read more...

Landscaping and lawn care can become expensive. Fortunately, there are plenty of free gardening resources if you know where to look, and they can get you free wood chips, as well as compost, seeds, mulch, and plain old dirt.Read more...

Preorder (verb): To order (an item of merchandise) before it is available, with the understanding that it will be shipped later. Google is apparently cool with the first half of the definition, but not the second part, as the company currently seems to be cancelling Pixel Fold orders left and right.Read more...

If you're looking for a new desktop computer on a budget, you'll have more options if you search for deals on refurbished devices, and if you don't plan to run software that requires high-end specs, it's not worth it to pay for a new model. One option: this refurbished Apple Mac mini, currently on sale for $206 (reg....Read more...

Love to travel but often find yourself bored at the airport? iPads aren't just for kids-you can get yourself one to watch movies, listen to music, or read from just about anywhere. And you won't have to splurge if you shop refurbished models. With this bundle, you can get a refurbished iPad 7, plus a pair of wireless...Read more...

If you want to communicate in another language but don't have the time or inclination to learn it, an automatic translator can be a viable alternative (just ask anyone on Star Trek). While no translator is flawless, the Mymanu CLIK S Translation Earbuds have earned good performance reviews and can handle 37 different...Read more...

We're a little more than a year away from the 2024 presidential election, and if you think things are ugly and crazy now, just wait a few months. We're more ideologically divided nation than even before, and it's partly by design. Fear and hatred are the keys to winning modern elections, so count on strategists and...Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

Separating whites from colors was once a necessity. We separated whites so we could bleach them, and washed colors in cold water to protect them from running and fading. Clothes were expensive, as were washers and dryers, and care was taken with both. Since laundry habits are typically passed down through the family...Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...

This post is part of our Big Talks" series-a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they'll have with their kids. Read more here.Read more...