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Some of the Greatest Thinkers in the World Had This Productivity Trick in Common
The surprisingly simple tip worked for Darwin, Dickens and other history-making thinkers.
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9 Secrets to Taking Great Travel Photographs
Whether you're shooting from your iPhone or toting a top-of-the-line DSLR, here are nine ways to make the most of...
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This One Simple Trick Will Make Your Strawberries Last Longer
Sick and tired of trashing your spoiled strawberries just days after purchase? You'll never have to again after trying this...
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5 Clever (And Unusual) Ways to Clean Your Car
Warm weather or cold, your car gets dirty fast. Here are five household, do-it-yourself solutions to cleaning your car.
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This Japanese Tradition Will Make You Less Forgetful
Everyone makes mistakes. Here's how to catch them before they do damage.
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How to Make the Perfect Piece of Toast, According to Science
Apparently, there's a lot more to it than plopping your bread in the toaster and plugging it in.
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11 Things to Always Have in Your Carry-On Luggage So You’re Ready for Anything
Pack these easy, budget-friendly travel essentials, and you'll be flying easy in no time.
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8 Genius Ways to Use a Lint Roller You’ll Wish You Knew All Along
If you're only using lint rollers to clean your clothes, you're missing out on a host of other household benefits....
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10 Things to Do with Bubble Wrap
Bubble wrap can be used for more than keeping things, well, under wraps! Click through to see how bubble wrap...
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5 Things to Do with Denture Tablets
You've probably got a box of denture tablets at the back of your medicine cabinet, but this powerful cleaning agent...
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Bye, Jet Lag! 12 Easy Ways to Outsmart It for Good
Whether you're an avid globetrotter or a casual traveller, jet lag will likely play a role as you become acclimated...
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11 Bizarre Weight Loss Tricks That Actually Work
You may look crazy doing these things to lose weight, but they'll actually work for you!
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These 6 Household Items Will Totally Change How You Pack a Suitcase
These inexpensive, everyday objects do double duty to create organized and wrinkle-free luggage. They're also proof that the best way...
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10 Secrets of Working Moms Who Cook Dinner Every Night
If you're staring at an empty fridge again and reaching for the take-out menus, use these insider tips to make...
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10 Extraordinary Uses for Yogurt (Besides Eating It)
Yogurt is incredibly versatile beyond your breakfast bowl. Check out these genius ways you can use yogurt around the house,...
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5 Simple Tips for Hosting the Perfect Mother’s Day Brunch
Don't let inviting guests over for Mother's Day brunch be a source of stress. Taking a few minutes before the...
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8 Must-Know Sandwich Hacks from a Food Network Star
Kick your go-to sandwich up a notch with these pro ideas. You'll thank us later.
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7 Simple Solutions for Tough Stains
No need to cry over spilled ink or coffee! Just try these laundering strategies to save your favourite garment from...
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Keep These 14 Things in Your Car and You’ll Be Insanely More Productive
Every driver should stock up on the essentials for getting organized, staying safe, and managing everyday emergencies.
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James Cunningham’s 6 Must-Know Grilled Cheese Tips
Want to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich? Start by perfecting the basics. Stand-up comedian and Eat St. host James...
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8 Easy (and Scientifically Proven) Ways to Look Smarter
Fool others about your intellect…or are they fooling you about theirs? Read on to find out.
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5 Kitchen Organizing Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
The kitchen is the heart of any home but it can also be the messiest. You don't need a degree...
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12 Things to Do with Spices
Good for more than just cooking, here are five new ways you can put spice to work.
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8 Extraordinary Uses for Coconut Oil Around the House (Besides Cooking)
The unexpected benefits of coconut oil: It cleans, repairs, and refreshes your home.
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7 Embarrassing Things You Should Never Do in Other Countries
Don't want to look like a tourist when travelling abroad? Avoid these potentially embarrassing (and sometimes insulting) cultural faux pas....
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7 Cooking Shortcuts You Can’t Get Away With
Know when it's OK to cut corners when you're cooking—and when you might sacrifice safety and taste.
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7 Genius Tricks to Take a Postcard-Perfect Picture on Your Smartphone
These simple tips will help your smartphone photography look more professional.
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11 Things to Do with Coat Hangers
Are those old wire hangers in your closet gathering more dust than coats? Make them useful again whenever you do...
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The Best Ways to Use Every Room In Your House, According to Science
The best places in your home for creativity, exercise, and online productivity are not where you'd expect.