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Since most people have already received their COVID relief checks, grifters have pivoted to phishing attempts related to vaccines—and it’s catching people off guard. The FTC is warning people to stay away from unsolicited texts or emails offering a reward for filling out a survey about vaccines, as they say it’s a…Read more...

An old data breach is still a data breach, and you’re probably still going to need to pay attention to it when it has to do with Facebook, a site most people have used at some point. As you’ve probably already heard, a past data breach affecting half a billion Facebook users is making the rounds yet again after a…Read more...

Travel products site Minimus reports that 18% of surveyed travelers have admitted they often forget to pack a toothbrush. (Glad to hear I am not the only one). It’s worse when you get to your destination late, you can’t easily get to a store to buy a replacement, and your hotel doesn’t offer them to guests. If you…Read more...

For something that seems pretty straightforward, why is marketing so challenging? How can we do it more effectively? This week we’re learning how to improve on our marketing skills with help from entrepreneur and marketing expert Seth Godin. Listen to hear Seth’s insightful tips on the mentality we should have when it…Read more...

I recently moved to a new apartment on a street that serves as an artery for commercial trucking in my area of Brooklyn. I’m particularly sensitive to noise pollution, and this permanent cacophony isn’t just caused by the rumble of big rigs: Every facet of urban life seems to seep its way into my bedroom. It’s as if…Read more...

I am far more likely to over-season food than under-season it. I love salt, probably more than most, and every once in a while the salt shaker gets away from me. Unfortunately, once that sodium chloride hits your food, it’s very difficult to remove (especially if you’re making a sauce, soup, or any other mostly-liquid…Read more...

Pre-teens and teenagers have been in a strange YouTube void as parents tried to navigate how their kids might safely but realistically use the site. The options, up until now, have essentially been to keep them locked down on the YouTube Kids app, which is (rightfully so) rather restrictive—or set them loose in the…Read more...

If you have a collection of conference badges from the Before Times, it’s time to dig them out. Like a video game where an item from the first level suddenly comes in handy in the final dungeon, it turns out that the card you’re typically given with a COVID vaccine is the perfect size to fit in a standard badge holder…Read more...

With the release of a new video and the most controversial pair of sneakers ever created, the rapper, singer, and marketing genius Lil Nas X took over the everything-verse last week. So, if you’re unfamiliar with this unique fella, strap in for some learnin’.

For parents of kids who are picky eaters, introducing any new food item into their diets can be a challenge. That challenge gets even more complicated when parents try to introduce kids to vegan or vegetarian diets—especially when they’re doing it at older ages.Read more...

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Though vaccines have lowered the risks of travel for the vaccinated, the CDC is still advising caution when it come to moving about the country. So as you face another spring and summer of pandemic-era travel, it’s important to remember one important fact: road trips are still a thing.

Paying your credit cards on time to avoid late fees and interest is a no-brainer. But you can also boost your credit score and reduce interest charges by paying your credit card bill even earlier, perhaps weekly, as its your daily balance that affects how they’re calculated. Here’s what to consider when deciding…Read more...

I have never been a fan of yoga. I’ve tried it several times throughout my adult life as “yoga bodies” and yoga studios became inescapable, but I’m a relatively high-energy person who prefers running and other cardio if given the choice. And while the few yoga classes I experimentally took were challenging, they…Read more...

Working at Lifehacker means questioning everything, and being open to the fact that “the way we’ve always done it” isn’t always the best way to continue doing anything. But “best” is a relative term, particularly when we’re talking about food, as there are often multiple ways to arrive at the same end point; not to…Read more...

When most drivers turn the key or press a button to start their vehicle, they’re probably not mentally going through everything that needs to happen in order for their engine to start. And while the process appears so simple to us today (especially when it’s literally the push of a button), there are so many things…Read more...

Glue is the household workhorse that has gotten us out of countless jams. From giving us the chance to salvage items we thought were broken forever, to making some of our pandemic crafting projects possible, glue gets the job done. But at the same time, the very thing that makes it so useful—its adhesive property—can…Read more...

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Are you a hockey fan looking forward to the 2021 NHL season? Do you enjoy pizza crusts sold on their own, masquerading as a separate food item? If you answered yes to both of those questions (or at least the second one), you may be interested in a new promotion coming to us from Little Caesars.Read more...

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James Bond—as a character and a movie franchise—has become so deeply embedded in pop culture that even if someone hasn’t seen any of the films (or read any of Ian’s Fleming’s books), they can probably still rattle off a list of words and phrases associated with the fictional spy. Things like the character introducing…Read more...

In an attempt to attract members of the suddenly-much-larger remote workforce, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is offering a new visa that allows international employees to live and work there for one year. While a similar program has been available in Dubai (though limited to only the city) since October 2020, this…Read more...

Ginger is one of those ingredients that you don’t have to worry about buying too much of when it’s required for a recipe. With so many uses—including ginger syrup, flavored oil, salad dressing and tea, to name but a few—leftovers are always welcome.

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You’ve probably heard about the COVID vaccines’ side effects, and by now are well aware that there is no “standard” reaction to the shots—everyone handles them differently. Still, it’s better to go into your appointment(s) armed with as much knowledge as possible—especially if it means preventing or reducing…Read more...

You probably already knew that birds like chickens can carry Salmonella bacteria, which is why we cook chicken and try not to eat too much raw cookie dough (well, that and the dangers of raw flour). But the CDC is now warning that there is an outbreak linked to songbirds, and you should be careful if you have a…Read more...

I’ve already said it several times, but I really do think that maple is an underrated cocktail syrup. It’s sweet and rich, and—thanks to its fairly thin body—goes into solution with extreme ease. I like it in Old Fashioneds, I like it in Juleps, and—as of last night—I love it in scotch.Read more...

Your child is jumping on the couch for the 50th time, despite you repeatedly asking them not to. When you ask them to stop yet again, they just look you in the eye as they keep jumping, almost daring you to make them.

With vaccinations accelerating and travel restrictions lifted, you might be feeling more confident about dusting off that credit card and leaving the house for restaurants, events, or travel. An often-overlooked—and suddenly relevant—credit card perk is the concierge service, which can help you plan a trip, do some…Read more...

The CDC issued new guidance today for traveling after you’re vaccinated, noting that “fully vaccinated travelers are less likely to get and spread COVID-19.” But director Rochelle Walensky also noted that just because you can travel doesn’t mean you should.Read more...

Sleep allows your body to recharge, recover, and fend off diseases like heart disease and diabetes. It can be a struggle to get good sleep (both pre-pandemic and still now), and for many of us, one of the biggest struggles is finding the right pillow. I’ve spent countless amounts of money on pillows thinking I found…Read more...

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Cinema snobs the world over scoffed when polarizing director Zack Snyder announced that his indulgent superhero opus Zack Snyder’s Justice League would be re-rereleased in a desaturated black and white version he’d dubbed Zack Snyder’s Justice League: Justice Is Gray. I was among them, but mostly because Snyder’s…Read more...

Good steaks do not need brining (wet or dry). They do not need complicated rubs. They (usually) do not need marinades. Good chops might need some of these things, but both always need some seasoning—at least a healthy sprinkling of salt. And I like to make sure that salt gets on all sides, including the edges,…Read more...

Smelling gas in your home or neighborhood is terrifying, as a leak can cause fires and explosions. As RP Gas Piping reported, “Between 1998 and 2017, 15 people per year on average died in incidents related to gas distribution in the U.S.” Knowing what to look for is vital, along with knowing what to do to save both…Read more...

The term “toxic” has been thrown around a lot over the past few years—especially when it comes to the workplace. But as anyone who has ever worked for a truly toxic boss can tell you, the descriptor is about much more than incompetence, a poor managerial style, or irritating habits. Spending all-day-every-day as this…Read more...

If you didn’t know about OnlyFans before the pandemic, you almost certainly do now. The online platform, which lets creators charge a fee for access to photos and videos and allows nudity and sexual content, has seen an explosion in use—and notoriety—over the past year. A spokesperson for the site confirmed to…Read more...

In these trying times, no concept is as double-edged a sword than “auto-renewal.” While it seems so convenient to automatically charge for a monthly or yearly subscription without thinking about it, we often all sign up for too many free trials and auto payments to firmly keep track.Read more...

All babies are born with the instinct to root and suck—it is, of course, what helps them feed even seconds after birth. That instinct can cause them to also suck on their fingers or thumb during non-feeding times, too, because it can be soothing and help them feel secure. If they get into the thumb-sucking habit, most…Read more...

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Is it cheaper to buy your car online, or is it better to stick with a traditional auto dealership? This turns out to be a loaded question, as good deals can be found either way, but they come with trade-offs based on the type of vehicle you want and your willingness to negotiate a cheaper price. Here’s a look at your…Read more...

Remember when you bought a new can opener because you thought you lost your old one? What do you plan on doing with that half-used roll of duct tape that’s collecting dust in your garage? The last time you used that flashlight in the kitchen junk drawer was to pretend to be a Jedi, wasn’t it? These are all items you…Read more...

It’s time for spring cleaning, which comes with the reward of a more beautiful and better-organized home to start the season...but if you’re anything like me, you want to continue sitting on the couch and not think about the grime in your oven. We’re here to help with that, though: Here are some of our favorite lazy…Read more...

Lifehacker’s Tech 911 column has a simple purpose: to answer your tech questions no matter big, small, or chaotic they might be. If you’ll permit me a little indulgence this week, an off-the-cuff conversation with Joel, patron saint of Lifehacker video, brought up a tech issue that some of you might also be wondering…Read more...

As if there weren’t enough looter-shooters around, Outriders is out today. It’s a whole lot of game, with a whole lot of settings that can affect how you play. Some are obvious; some are not. It goes without saying that such things are a matter of taste, but I’ve found the following tweaks have made my time on Enoch…Read more...

Every person who gets vaccinated brings us one tiny step closer to a world with less COVID in it. That’s why it’s great news that protection from the disease begins before you’ve gotten your second dose and that the vaccine seems to be safe and effective in kids. But we all still have lots of questions, and I’d like…Read more...

Chances are that if you’ve landed a job interview in this pandemic-stricken economy, you’re doing it over a video conferencing tool like Zoom or Google Meet. But even if you’re a friendly type who thrives off the organic energy of face-to-face interaction, the remote interview format can work to your advantage.Read more...

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Finally—after weeks of delays—an estimated 30 million social security recipients eligible for a third round of relief checks will receive their payments in April. The new timeline affects those who receive SSI, SSDI, Railroad Retirement, or Veterans Affairs benefits. Here’s a look at timelines and how to track your…Read more...

Nothing says fun like a company describing its own data breach as “catastrophic.” That’s a “c” word you definitely don’t want to hear if you have an account with said company or use its products, and that’s exactly what happened recently to Ubiquiti.Read more...