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If your boss is actively trying to convince you to leave, here's how to defend yourself until you find a new job.

Including weekly targets, and a secret to unlock some of your flexibility within minutes.

I set a personal best for the first time in six years.

This powerful and rugged portable speaker delivers a powerful sound in a small package, and it's nearly 60% off.

A curated collection of current cozy Christmas classics.

Computers, aliens, and Captain Kirk, oh my!

Will you stop adding "Reddit" to the end of Google searches?

When decorating your home for the holidays, not all "real" trees are created equal.

Anker is dishing out deals on devices that will simplify your 2025 charging setup.

An Android tablet with premium features and durability.

I went from someone who liked smart home technology to someone who relies on it every day.

The privacy-focused browser claims it has eliminated one of the most annoying aspects of the internet.

From tiny towns, to tiny dinos, to a deep dive into viral fame, these are my most memorable listens of the year.

These are my top picks for the person who always seems to be on the go.

I'm always cold, so I know what I'm talking about.

The best way to escape the filter bubble.

If you are forever losing your stuff, you know the chaos that ensues.

Bring back the old look... sort of.

The ingredients for the most efficient garden beds are already in your yard.

The update also includes AI-powered captions, changes to photo sharing, and new security features.

Top-tier performance in a compact design.

This week, I'm looking at two fictional characters shaped by the collective unconscious of the internet.

Meta continues inching toward the Fediverse.

Clint Eastwood's well-reviewed (final?) film "Juror #2" gets dumped on streaming just in time to watch it with your parents.

If you're looking for Christmas music, you've come to the right spot.

If you want to give someone something that will challenge or enrich them, start here.

Advent calendars have come a long way. Whatever your interests, there's an advent calendar out there made for you. Here are some of the most interesting ones we could find.

No one Christmas carols anymore. But you can change all that.

You need to focus on what's important: The presents. Oh, and your family.

The key to Secret Santa is secrecy and lies. And being super quirky.

These gifts are sure to wow the tech-obsessed in your life.

There's a world of non-holiday fun to be had on Christmas Day-if you know were to look.

If you're gearing up to transform your home into a Christmassy wonderland, here's how to make sure you get the perfect tree.

OpenAI o1 is finally out of preview.

Street performers or musicians have a lot to look forward to with this portable speaker, but audiophiles or those looking for a rugged speaker might be disappointed.

Did you know you can do illegal things, but legally?

Occasionally charging to 100% is a feature, not a bug.

The Google Pixel 9 was released this August, and it's already over $150 off.

You can't always be physically close to the ones you love, but there are some cute, tech-y workarounds.

Google Maps now (finally) has Waze's incident reporting feature.

The beefed-up 16GB 11th generation Paperwhite is down to $107.99, but they're going fast.

Verizon's billing department seems to be taking notes from the MTA.

A smoother login experience is coming to Firefox on Mac.

Get ready for Samsung's augmented reality glasses.

Your dishwasher isn't just a convenience: It's also a money-saving machine.

This is a slimmer, more efficient PS5 with better storage.

Why do so many young people think nothing ever happens? And shouldn't they be happy about it?

Make sure you're ready to go when filing season begins.

Sometimes a financial decision seems like an obvious win and turns out to be something you may never financially recover from.

Planning for retirement is about a lot more than just beefing up a retirement account.