News and spins

Generally speaking, lying isn’t a trait that’s viewed as something positive. But not all lies are created equal. There’s a pretty broad spectrum of untruths, ranging from minor lies that don’t cause any harm, to major, massive lies that can do serious damage. Read more…

Even though there may still be a few days warm enough for a dip in a pool, if you have one of your own, it’s probably time to shut it down for the season (if you haven’t already). Yes, it can be a hassle and take some time, but it’ll be less work to prep…(Continue Reading)

As much as some people may find the idea of leisure time appealing in theory, when it comes down to stepping away from work and other personal and family obligations—even for a few hours—the thought of not being “productive” can be a source of stress. Read more…

If you’ve had a dog or cat for a while, chances are your home is already at least somewhat structured around their safety and needs. But if you’ve just gotten a new, furry roommate, you may be wondering how to make your place more pet-friendly. Fortunately, Kari Whitman, an interior designer and owner of the…(Continue Reading)

Somehow, it’s October. And whether you’ve been counting down the days until fall, or dreading the change in seasons, the calendar doesn’t lie and at some point you have to eat. If you’re craving fast food, it’s your lucky month, because Wendy’s is giving a way a whole bunch of it (with the purchase of…(Continue Reading)

Every destination has its must-see sights. Some are so iconic you know them immediately: the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty. Others are heartily recommended by friends: You have to try this restaurant. But I find the best way to enjoy a place is to flip the logic around. Instead of the most destination-y thing…(Continue Reading)

If your garage or shed sports a jumble of athletic equipment, tools, and hoses, you can keep your outdoor equipment and gardening tools organized (and easy to access) by using hooks to hang them up. Next time you’re looking for your garden trowel or that one attachment to your hose, you’ll know right where to…(Continue Reading)

You never know when you’re going to need to record something on your phone. Maybe there’s a rat in the subway bringing its slice home for dinner; maybe a pedestrian on a call is about to spill the beans on someone’s living situation. Whatever the case, if there’s a viral moment unfolding in front of…(Continue Reading)

Credit score apps are a popular way to track credit scores—but they actually aren’t that great. According to recent Consumer Reports analysis, these apps use scores that differ from the ones lenders actually use, they scrape an unnecessary amount of personal information, and they upsell you on credit-monitoring… Read more…

Now that you’ve got yourself a brand new iPhone 13, it’s time to learn a few basics. We all know that even the latest and greatest hardware doesn’t always work perfectly, so it’s good to know not only how to turn it on and shut it down, but also how to force restart it, how…(Continue Reading)