Elizabeth Yuko
Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.
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How to Keep Mice Out of Your House This Winter
It's easier to prevent them from getting in now than to evict them later.
The Difference Between Hardwood and Softwood, and When to Use Each
How to pick out the wood best suited to your project.
The Best Ways to Reuse Your Old Kitchen Tools
They may not be fit for food, but can serve other purposes in your home.
Use Your Work Rivalry for Good
There's a reason it's called 'healthy competition.'
Why You Shouldn't Top Off Your Gas Tank
You may be tempted to add a few extra drops, but experts say it's a bad idea.
Avoid These Common Car Washing Mistakes
Make sure you're not causing damage when you clean your car.
The Meanings Behind the Alerts You Hear on Planes
How to decode the different dings you may hear during a flight.
Temperatures may not be dropping yet, but you can prepare for the plunge.
Avoid These Common Window-Cleaning Mistakes
This is why your windows still look dirty after you wash them.
Approach a Potential Career Change As If You Were Designing a New Product
You may gain a new perspective, and find a better fit.
Use This Renovation Calculator to Figure Out Which Home Upgrades Add the Most Value
Some projects have a better return on investment than others.
You Should Clean Your Sink's Overflow Hole
It has one job, but can't do it when it's full of gunk.
The Most Clever Ways to Reuse an Old Pillow
Before you toss them, consider giving them a new purpose.
How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen Cabinets
You'd be surprised how much grease and grime builds up.
There's a New Global Entry App for US Customs
What to know about the rollout, including where you can use it.
It's Not a Great Time to Buy a Starter Home
You may end up renting longer than you anticipated.
Use This One-Minute Test to Find Out If Your Refrigerator Is Leaking Cold Air
When your fridge has to work harder, your energy bill goes up.
Not only does language usage evolve over time, preferences do too.
Why You Shouldn't Wait to Aerate Your Lawn
If you're going to do it before winter, now's the time.
The Best Ways to Improve Your Relationship With a Job You Hate
You may not be able to quit your job, but you can approach it with a new mindset.