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If You’re Being Forced Back to the Office, Try ‘Coffee Badging’
If you've got to go into the office, try this strategy—it could lessen the burden of commuting while keeping your boss happy.
Use This 100-Year-Old Productivity Method to Get More Done
Use this century-old to-do list technique to conquer your responsibilities.
Steam Your Spuds for Quicker Mashed Potatoes
During Thanksgiving, every minute is precious. Steam, don't boil, for faster mashed potatoes.
AI Money Apps Can’t Replace Good Old Pen and Paper
The best AI in the world can't beat the power of jotting something down in my notebook.
The Best Way to Store Leftover Turkey
If you actually needed an excuse to make extra gravy, here it is.
Outlet Grocery Stores Can Save You a Ton of Money
Outlet grocery stores—aka salvage groceries or food liquidators—buy up food that’s almost expired, dented, or otherwise imperfect and sell it to you at a large discount.
There's a Faster Way to Type Anything on an iPhone
Holding down the 123 key instead of tapping it saves you time typing alternative characters on iPhone.
Tinfoil in the Dishwasher Doesn't Actually Shine Your Flatware
TikTok says you should put tinfoil in your dishwasher. You don't have to.
Want to slap your boss? Trick a drug-sniffing dog? Explain away your STD? Here's how. (Not that we're recommending any of these.)
They say "living well is the best revenge," but they say a lot of crap.
I'll Take the Check, When You Have a Moment
Eight years, five EICs, four corporate owners, at least as many CEOs, and two union contract negotiations later, I’m moving on.
The Best Ways to (Safely) Hide Power Outlets
Electricity's great and all, but sometimes power outlets can be an eyesore.
This technique helps you use images to retrieve words, and is useful when taking a test.
The Best Ways to Keep Seeds Organized and Stored All Year
Keeping your seeds as viable as possible means limiting exposure to light, air, and moisture.
Use the ‘Calendar Method’ to Finally Declutter Your House
This method helps you build momentum and make dramatic progress without getting overwhelmed.
Why Not Shape Your Gnocchi Into Wee Pumpkins?
This pumpkin-shaped gnocchi recipe is perfect for fall. All you need are dental floss and some cloves.
Use the ‘OHIO’ Method to Manage Endless Tasks and Messages
The less time you waste deciding what to do, the more time you'll have to work.
The Best Ways to Remove Paint Splatters From Any Surface
These methods will help you remove paint from carpet, wood, concrete, and more.
The Best Ways to Thicken Chili
No matter the color, meat used, or bean content, chili should not be watery. Chili should be thick.
The Best Ways to Actually Hear TV Dialogue
There are steps you can take to actually hear what actors are mumbling on your favorite TV show.