Today’s Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, September 11
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Monday, September 11, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 11, NYT Connections #92! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer) to…Read... #press
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You Can Still Get Tested for COVID for Free
On May 11, 2023, the federal declared the COVID-19 public health emergency over, and with it, the Postal Service program that provided free at-home COVID tests for US residents. But though the free tests are no longer available, that doesn’t mean it’s now impossible to be tested for COVID without paying for it. But…Read more... #press
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Avoid These Phrases That Make You Sound Inexperienced at Work
Young people entering the workforce are often told to “fake it ‘til you make it,” and act like they know what they’re talking about, even when they don’t. While that’s not always the best advice, it’s also not a great idea to veer too far in the other direction, and make it clear that you’re just starting out.... #press
The Best Ways to Reduce Dampness in a Bathroom Without a Window or Fan
A clean, properly functioning exhaust fan is the best way to keep your bathroom dry and mold-free. Unfortunately, not all homes have this feature, and if you live in a rental, or remodeling your bathroom to add an exhaust fan isn’t in your budget, you’ll have to find other ways to prevent your bathroom... #press
You Should Cure an Egg Yolk in Soy Sauce
If anything could get me to believe in a higher power (and the fact that they have a sense of humor), it’s the existence of eggs. They’re a perfect food (that we get from the butt region of a mostly flightless bird). The high-protein white, coupled with a luscious, vitamin-packed yolk makes it a versatile, nourishing…Read more... #press
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What to Do When You’re Feeling ‘Touched Out’ As a Parent
The early parenting years are a full-contact sport—and the chaotic mix of sleepless nights, tantrums, and physical neediness can often lead to parents feeling “touched out.” From the intensely physical experience of breastfeeding to just generally being seen as a personal jungle gym for your toddler or preschooler,... #press
You Can Play These Retro Games in Your Browser
When I was a kid way back in the ‘80s, vintage video games were new. Stuff like Super Mario Bros., Tetris on the Game Boy, and Final Fantasy III had pixel art and chiptunes, but they weren’t yet retro games; we just called them video games. Read more... #press
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My Favorite Travel Apps for Booking Flights and Surviving the Airport
Navigating your way through an airport, even for a trip you’re excited to take, nearly always feels like a chore. But I have found that if you have the right tools ready to use, you can actually make the whole experience much more tolerable. Here are some of my favorite travel apps to try out the next time you plan a…Read more... #press
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This Hidden Setting Will Make Your Instagram Pictures Look Better
Your smartphone takes some great pictures—so much so that most of us don’t bother with a dedicated DSLR these days, especially not for the images we upload to Instagram. We know our phone photos are high quality, and that will be reflected in our carefully curated Instagram feeds.Read more... #press
This 4K Samsung Gaming Monitor Is $230 Off Right Now
If you’re looking to add a high-resolution, high-performing monitor to your gaming rig, the Samsung Odyssey G70B ultrawide gaming monitor—with an ultra HD panel—offers 27 inches of display to play your games in super-sharp 4K. And right now, it’s 29% off for a price tag of $569.99.Read more... #press
Turn Your Bounty of Peppers Into Spicy Pepper Jelly
It’s pepper season, but if you planted some earlier this spring, you already knew that. Much like tomatoes, I’m having a hard time keeping up with my pepper plants, but that’s OK: Lots of peppers means lots of pepper jelly. Not only is this Southern spread easy to make, it cans like a dream. (It was, in fact, the…Read more... #press
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This Refurbished MacBook Air Is $175 Off Right Now
This refurbished Macbook Air is on sale for $399.99 right now (reg. $575). It’s originally from 2017, but it has been refurbished with a Grade “B” rating, which means there may be faint scuffs that don’t affect its performance. It has a 13.3-inch display with 1440 x 900 resolution, a full-sized backlit keyboard, and…Read more... #press
Air Fried Phyllo-Wrapped Vegetables Make a Great Crispy Snack
You can turn any vegetable into a crunchy snack. Yes, even the weird ones you would never consider snacking on. They just need a thin, crispy, buttery partner to really shine. Read more... #press
How to Choose a Birth Control Option If You’re Worried About Side Effects
Picking a birth control can seem scary, especially if you’re worried about the more extreme side effects. You may have heard the horror stories about the risks of organ perforation using intrauterine devices, or claims that birth control is linked to migraines. However, extreme side effects are rare,... #press
Here’s How Well the Most Common Birth Control Options Actually Work
One of the most important things to know when choosing a method of birth control is how well it works. That’s especially important in a country where childbirth is expensive, maternal mortality is shockingly high, and our options for abortion are limited and shrinking.Read more... #press
Today's Connections Hints (and Answer) for Friday, September 1
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Friday, September 1, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 1, NYT Connections #82! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer) to…Read more... #press
https://lifehacker.com/connections-answer-today-september-1-2023-1850791370?utm_source=press.coop
The Best Ways to Beat the 'Forgetting Curve' While Studying
It seems like common sense that the longer you go without retrieving a memory, the harder it is to retrieve—but it wasn’t always one of those things we simply knew to be true. In the 1880s, German psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus studied the phenomenon and published his findings, giving the world the Ebbinghaus…Read... #press
How to Choose Between an iPhone, Galaxy, or Pixel
When it comes to smartphones, there are three primary options that many tend to go with, at least here in the U.S.: Apple’s iPhone, Samsung’s Galaxy lineup, and Google’s Pixel devices. But choosing among these three smartphone models is easier said than done. After all, each one offers different strengths and…Read more... #press
The Best Date Activities for Building 'Recreational Intimacy'
If you’re looking to deepen your bond with your partner, you might want to focus on building recreational intimacy. Like love languages, there are a number of different forms of intimacy to help strengthen your relationship. According to Laurel House, one of eHarmony’s relationship experts, recreational intimacy... #press
This 50-Mile Range eBike Is 60% Off Right Now
eBike manufacturer Bird was originally established in 2017 and offers low-cost eBikes in A and V-frames, and both models are on sale for 59% off right now. Read more... #press
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