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Chances are, you’re not using everything in your drawers and cupboards to its full potential! These genius home hacks and do-it-yourself solutions will save you time, money and effort.

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10 Ways You Never Thought to Use a Kitchen Sponge

If you're only using your kitchen sponges to wash dishes, you're tapping just a fraction of their potential! Check out...


How Often Should You Flip Your Mattress?

Do you need to flip your mattress? And when does it need to be rotated? We answer all your questions...


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25+ Clever Uses for Coffee Filters You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

You use coffee filters everyday to make your favourite morning brew, but they have lots of other uses around the...


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13 Signs an Amazon Seller Can’t Be Trusted

Not all Amazon sellers deserve your trust or your business. Here are the smart steps you can take to avoid...


If You See a Hole in a Pen Cap, This is What It Means

Find out why there's a little hole in your pen cap and how it helps both you and your pen.


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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Father’s Day

This Father's Day, surprise Dad by spending some quality time chatting and sharing these fun Father's Day facts.


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19 Bungee Cord Hacks to Get Hooked On

These fantastic elastic cords are useful for more than just tying down tarps.


This Is How Often You Need to Back Up Your Computer

Here's how often tech pros say you need to back up your computer, and the best methods of backing up...

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How to Delete 99 Percent of Your Digital Footprint

These are the steps you can take to erase your activity from the Internet's long memory.


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50 Popular Life Hacks From the Internet That Just Don’t Work

Brushing your teeth with charcoal will get rid of stains—along with your tooth enamel.


10 Tricks to Thaw Frozen Pipes (Before They Burst)

The real disaster often occurs as the ice thaws and water flows freely into your home, causing thousands of dollars...


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8 Scary Ways Your Fireplace Could Be Toxic

A roaring fire can really make wintertime more bearable, but it could also be dangerous to your health. Here's what...


47 Gmail Keyboard Shortcuts to Start Using Today

Spend less time on email—and save your wrists, too—with these helpful Gmail shortcuts you’ll wish you knew sooner.


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20+ Subtle Ways Your House Might Be Making You Sick

From off-gassing rugs to harsh chemical cleaners, your home could be harbouring a number of potential toxins. Find out how...


What to Know About Signal, the Private Messaging App Even Cybersecurity Experts Use

Signal private messenger app is a favourite of government officials, tech giants, and cyber experts. Find out why.


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40 iPhone Tricks That Will Make Things So Much Easier

Want to help a friend find her missing phone? Need an activity tracker, tape measure, or magnifying glass? Look no...


23 PC Keyboard Shortcuts: A Cheat Sheet

Once you know these Windows keyboard shortcuts, you'll be able to get all of your tasks done in a snap.

How to Get Rid of Indoor Plant Bugs

Learn how to eliminate and prevent bugs on indoor plants, including aphids, mites, mealy bugs, scale, fungus gnats and more.


14 Zoom Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow

Making eye contact is important—so look directly into the camera, not at the person you're talking to. (Oops.)


The Average Life Span of the Appliances in Your Home

Learn how long you can expect your major household appliances to last.


How to Delete Everything on Your iPhone

Ready to upgrade your iPhone? Before selling or recycling your old one, take these steps to protect your personal data.


How to Host a Virtual New Year’s Party

It's time to bid farewell to 2020, but the usual NYE bash is bound to change this year. Here's how...


How to Protect Your Food from Freezer Burn

Learn how to stop freezer burn in its tracks.

What Is Smishing?

Don't let the funny name confuse you. Smishing is a major scam.


How to Spot Apple ID Phishing Scams

Once you know what to look for, you won't take the bait of a fake Apple email.


The Best Tips for Putting Up Outdoor Christmas Lights

This year, elevate your house to "oooh and ahhh" status with the best outdoor Christmas lights.


21 Brilliant Hacks for Dental Floss You’ll Start Using All the Time

The strength and stretchiness of dental floss make it a great tool around the home.


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100+ Brilliant Uses for Vinegar You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Think vinegar is just for salad dressing? Think again! Here are dozens of brilliant new uses for vinegar all around...


80+ Absolutely Brilliant Uses for Old Socks

These uses for old socks will finally give those lonely orphan socks that you've been accumulating for years a purpose.