Why You Should Pre-Smash Your Burgers
It’s no secret why burger chains like Shake Shack, In-N-Out, and Smashburger have grown rapidly over the past decade: Their thin, moderately-sized burger patties show a deep and abiding understanding of what makes a good cheeseburger. That is: a reasonable portion size, seamless integration with the bun and toppings,…Read more... #press
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20 Prime Video Original TV Shows You Should Be Watching
Like Amazon itself, Prime Video can sometimes feel like the Wild West: a proliferation of TV and movies from every era, none of it terribly well-curated. There’s a lot there, and the choices can be a little overwhelming. That being said, there’s gold in there as long as you’re willing to dig a bit, and the streamer…Read more... #press
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Place NFC Tags in Your Home to Automate Daily Routines
Everyone likes efficiency: If you can simplify a task, especially a task you need to do multiple times every day, your life becomes that much easier. NFC tags can help you turn these types of repetitive obligations into simple automations, and you don’t need many tech skills to start. In fact, all you actually need... #press
This Wemax Go Projector and Screen Is $230 Right Now
If you enjoy movie nights in your backyard or while camping under the stars, this Wemax Go Projector and a 40” portable screen is on sale for 229.99 right now (reg. $679). The Wemax Go Projector has a cinema-grade ALPD laser, miniaturized into a portable projector that can fit in your pocket. It features built-in wifi…Read... #press
What It Means to Be a ‘Twice Exceptional’ Kid (and How to Support Them)
There is no clear definition of what it means to be “gifted”—and gifted identification can vary widely from state to state and even district to district. But when a child is identified as “gifted” and as having any condition that would qualify them for special education services (such as a learning... #press
The Most Effective Ways to Flatten an Area Rug
Throw rugs and area rugs are a great way to add color, texture, and warmth to a room. Whether you purchase one in a store or online, or retrieve one you’ve had stored in a basement, attic, or closet, there’s a good chance that it will be rolled up. This, of course, makes sense for shipping and storing rugs, but it…Read more... #press
Why You Shouldn't Use Dish Soap in Your Washing Machine
There’s a reason why some social media cleaning “hacks” are only surfacing now, decades after domestic scientists and home economists developed many of the products and techniques still used today: They don’t work, and may even do more harm than good.Read more... #press
The Best Plants to Put in Your Bedroom
Contrary to popular belief, houseplants aren’t nature’s air purifiers, capable of “cleaning” the air before your breathe it in. They do, however, come with other health benefits, and can help reduce stress levels, boost our productivity, and improve our mood and outlook. Plus, from a design perspective, houseplants…Read more... #press
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That Baking Soda in Your Fridge Probably Isn't Doing Much
Deep in the back of many refrigerators sits a small orange box with one of the top corners torn off—or, in some cases, a bowl of white powder. That, of course, is (probably) baking soda, and it was placed there to absorb any food odors in the fridge. Read more... #press
Coasting in Neutral Doesn't Actually Save Gas
It’s not your imagination: Gas prices have been climbing steadily this summer. Although they’re (fortunately) still well below the summer of 2022, when gas came dangerously close to $5 a gallon, it makes sense to conserve fuel when you can. And while there are plenty of ways to do that, coasting in neutral is not one…Read more... #press
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Cram Your Summer Veggies Into a Waffle
When summer veggies are pouring in from the garden, or the farmer’s market, it’s normal to start sneaking zucchini into muffins and cakes. It’s when you start needing a recipe that will happily accept red peppers, carrots, green beans, and snap peas that you might get stumped. Read more... #press
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These HD Digital Camera Binoculars Are $120 Right Now
These HD Digital Camera Binoculars are $121.99 right now (reg. $199.99). Just like traditional binoculars, they allow you to get a closer view of things, but with the added function of being able to record video and take photos. They come with 12x magnification and allow you to see over half a mile away.Read more... #press
Get More Done With the ‘3-3-3 Method’
Sometimes, determining which projects you should devote your time and energy to first takes energy you don’t have to spare (which is why we have tips for how to do it). But even when you know what tasks need to be done, you still need to figure out how to prioritize them. Try the 3-3-3 method.Read more... #press
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'Web Roulette!' Is an Addictive Browser for Your iPhone
Every once in a while, you come across an iPhone app that reminds you of the days when apps were made just for fun (and not to wring every last cent out of you with micro-transactions). Web Roulette! is one of them. It’s a web browser without tabs, lacking a forward or back button, and minus an address bar. And it’s…Read... #press
Now You Can Add Music to Your Instagram Carousels
If you want to add music to an Instagram post, the app is happy to oblige. If you want to add music to a carousel, tough luck—no tunes for you. At least, that was Instagram’s old policy. Now, everyone can add music to their multi-photo posts, thanks to none other than Olivia Rodrigo.Read more... #press
Treat Yourself to a Cheater's Tiramisu
You deserve to have tiramisu on a whim. It’s creamy, light, slightly alcoholic—essentially the ideal mid-week treat. The trouble is that making tiramisu requires weekend-level effort. The traditional method involves separating raw eggs and whipping them to specific thicknesses, folding them gently, and finding out…Read more... #press
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You Can Get Formula 1 US Grand Prix Tickets for 45% Off
You would’ve been lucky if you found three-day general admission tickets to the F1 Grand Prix for less than $600 earlier this May. Some tickets went for over $800 on the secondary market. But Costco is selling three-day general admission ground passes for $349.99, down from $640 from the official website.Read more... #press
This Fancy Electric Composter Is 30% Off Right Now
While you could make a DIY compost bin, grab cheap composter, and try the laziest ways to compost, this Reencle Prime Food Waste Composter is nice and easy, and it’s on sale for $488.99 right now (reg. $699). Read more... #press
Use Forster’s Commitment Inventory to Prioritize Your Tasks
If you have a lot to do every day, it might be hard to figure out how to prioritize it all. You can try to decide what’s urgent and what isn’t, build a detailed schedule, and use tech to stay focused, but sometimes it’s hard to even know where to start. If you haven’t heard of it yet, you should consider... #press
What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: The Barbie Protest Hoax
Last week, the Mattel Toy Corporation announced a line of “EcoWarrior Barbies” made with biodegradable material and patterned after famous environmentalists. The company also pledged to stop using plastic entirely by 2030. “We have made more than a billion plastic Barbies, and enough is enough,” said Ynon... #press
