If you own a phone, chances are Dynata has called you at some point asking if you would be part of a survey. Given the prevalence of scams and spam calls these days, you’d be forgiven for assuming Dynata was no different from robocalls claiming to have “important information on your vehicle insurance,” but Dynata…
Source: LifeHacker – Who Is Dynata and Why Are They Calling You?
When it comes to home decor, mirrors can be a secret weapon. In the right locations, they can make small rooms look bigger, brighten dark spaces, and make your home look expensive without having to spend a lot of money. But you (usually) can’t simply pick a random spot on a wall to hang a mirror and always reap the…
Source: LifeHacker – The Best and Worst Places to Put Mirrors in Your Home
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. To…
Source: LifeHacker – Avoid These Phrases That Make You Sound Inexperienced at Work
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 from staying…
Source: LifeHacker – The Best Ways to Reduce Dampness in a Bathroom Without a Window or Fan
Being a free spirit who “goes with the flow” and doesn’t plan for trips or activities is often seen as a valid (and fun) way of living. But many of us simply can’t live that way; we know there are benefits to thinking ahead. For one, if you can allow yourself to dream of snowy slopes while it’s still sweaty outside,…
Source: LifeHacker – Buy These Winter Ski Passes Now Before Prices Go Up
When we think of cork, the cylindrical stoppers in wine bottles probably come to mind first. But the sustainable material can also be used in other ways throughout a home, including as flooring, wall paneling, and in light fixtures—not to mention for a range of home repairs. With this is mind, why throw away your…
Source: LifeHacker – The Best Ways to Reuse Wine Corks Instead of Throwing Them Away
Contrary to what we see on most home transformation TV shows, everyone’s not on the same page when it comes to home design. One person could walk into a postwar bungalow and fall in love with the original bathroom with pastel pink fixtures and tiles, while the next person who views the home sees it as a dealbreaker.
Source: LifeHacker – Get Rid of These Dealbreakers Before Trying to Sell Your House
Being confined to our homes in the early days of the pandemic made many people rethink how they utilize their space. Desks, tables, counters, and other flat surfaces became makeshift home offices and classrooms, and guest rooms were used to isolate sick members of a household.
Source: LifeHacker – Avoid These Multipurpose Room Mistakes
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, September 9, 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 9, NYT Connections #90! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer) to…
Source: LifeHacker – Today’s Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, September 9
Hot honey is a condiment with staying power. Popularized by brands like Mike’s and Trader Joe’s years ago, this tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce brings the zing to fried chicken, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pizza, biscuits, and cheese plates. It may seem too delicious to DIY, but don’t let Dave fool you—hot honey…
Source: LifeHacker – Make Hot Honey With Just Three Ingredients
You know you need to break your bad study habits. There are loads of great ways to study, but there are plenty of bad methods out there too. Let’s go over the study methods to avoid and the ones to prioritize instead, so you can actually remember all your material and nail your next test.
Source: LifeHacker – Bad Study Habits You Should Avoid (and What to Do Instead)
Being lactose- and dairy-sensitive is not a walk in the park–either avoid dairy, or understand it comes with a hefty caveat. My partner is an Italian-American who hesitates to eat cheese. When I offer him a dessert with whipped cream, he just about laughs in my face (before crying into his oat milk ice cream).…
Source: LifeHacker – This Vegan Whipped Cream Recipe Will Make You Forget About Dairy
Payday 3 is slated to drop Sept. 21, 2023, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait until then to play it. Developer Starbreeze Studios is running a new, open beta test for the online multiplayer heist game, but you need to act fast if you want to take advantage of it.
Source: LifeHacker – You Can Try ‘Payday 3’s’ Open Beta Right Now
When I was a kid, my mom would occasionally make chicken satay. This herby, nutty, spiced “chicken on a stick” was a favorite of mine and my siblings. Sadly, satay was only for special occasions (and, being the youngest, I still harbor a suspicion that I didn’t get as many as they did). Happily, these days I can make…
Source: LifeHacker – These Are the Easiest Thai Chicken Skewers Ever
Fall is majestic. Don’t get me wrong, I live in anticipation of summer and the growing season, but Fall is the season that never lets me down. In the Pacific Northwest, where I live, fall is marked by a different smell in the air, a return of cloud cover, and pops of color from the pumpkins turning orange on the vine.…
Source: LifeHacker – The Fall Yard Cleanup Tasks You Should Tackle in September
When fall creeps toward winter, we know we’ll have to turn on the heat. But when is the right time? If you’re arguing with your partner or roommate about the thermostat, we’re happy to be able to end that argument for you. (They’ll probably never admit they’re wrong, though.)
Source: LifeHacker – When to Turn on Your Heat in the Fall
Welcome to Training Diaries, a new Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats on my journey to the biggest marathon in the world. Leading up to race day on Sunday, Nov. 5, we’ll go over proper fueling, injuries and setbacks,…
Source: LifeHacker – Meredith’s Training Diary: How to Choose a Marathon Training Program
Football season is upon us, which means it’s time for football snacks. (It’s also Real Housewives of Salt Lake City season, which also requires snacks.) Pepper poppers are a popular one, and how could they not be? They’re packed with cheese and/or salty meats! The jalapeño is the most common pepper vessel, with a…
Source: LifeHacker – Air Fried Shishito Pepper Poppers Are a Fun Twist on the Classic Appetizer
The Ultimate ChatGPT Prompts Guide is a lifetime subscription that gives you access to a large collection of prompts for the OpenAI chatbot. This guide covers a range of topics, including things like SEO content creation, marketing, business planning, social media ads, and problem solving. It’s on sale for $29.99…
Source: LifeHacker – This ChatGPT Prompt Guide Is .99 Right Now
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, par…
Source: LifeHacker – What to Do When You’re Feeling ‘Touched Out’ As a Parent