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Bedroom set for feng shui

According to feng shui, this is how you should set up your bedroom

January 29, 2023January 27, 2023 by Lauren Alexander

If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt something was … off, it could be bad feng shui. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese …

Read moreAccording to feng shui, this is how you should set up your bedroom

A yucca plant sits in a pot inside a sunny room.

Why putting a coffee filter in your flower pots is always a good idea

January 26, 2023January 25, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Plants turn a house into a home and enliven a space with their beauty and greenery. Being a plant parent isn’t exactly hard, but it …

Read moreWhy putting a coffee filter in your flower pots is always a good idea

Gloved hand uses ice scraper on frozen windshield

You’ve probably been using your ice scraper wrong—here’s the right way

January 18, 2023January 17, 2023 by Anna Weaver

You may have an ice scraper on hand in your car for clearing off an iced-over windshield. But even people who have lived in cold …

Read moreYou’ve probably been using your ice scraper wrong—here’s the right way

Why you wake up just before your alarm goes off

January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 by Tricia Goss

Your eyes pop open. It’s still a little dark, and you’re hoping against all hope that you have a few more hours to sleep. But …

Read moreWhy you wake up just before your alarm goes off

Close up on iOS Settings app on iPhone.

How to use your iPhone’s built-in white noise machine

January 9, 2023January 8, 2023 by Scripps News

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Read moreHow to use your iPhone’s built-in white noise machine

A collection of Folgers coffee canisters were turned into storage containers with a few supplies.

Recycle coffee canisters into cute, sealing kitchen storage containers with a few supplies

January 5, 2023January 4, 2023 by Marie Rossiter

Kitchen organization can make or break your home environment. When there’s chaos in the main area of the house, it’s easy for everything else to …

Read moreRecycle coffee canisters into cute, sealing kitchen storage containers with a few supplies

Tray with cups, tea pot and fruit basket on wooden kitchen counter.

Try this tray trick for kitchen counter organization

January 3, 2023December 30, 2022 by Marie Rossiter

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How to take hands-free photos and other iPhone hacks you may not know

January 2, 2023December 30, 2022 by Newsy

Did you know there are tons of iPhone hacks out there designed to make life simpler? Often these slicker features aren’t even publicized, but knowing …

Read moreHow to take hands-free photos and other iPhone hacks you may not know

A woman does leg presses at a gym.

Push-pull workouts: What to know about this effective exercise plan

January 1, 2023December 30, 2022 by Tricia Goss

You’ve undoubtedly heard it a million times but it remains true: Regular exercise is essential to good health. Physical activity is beneficial for managing your …

Read morePush-pull workouts: What to know about this effective exercise plan

Frozen car windshield

An onion can help prevent frost buildup on your windshield

December 20, 2022December 19, 2022 by Anna Weaver

There’s an easy way to prevent frost from forming on your car windshield, and it involves a vegetable. You can rub the inside of an …

Read moreAn onion can help prevent frost buildup on your windshield

A plate of latkes is passed across a Hanukkah table.

These 4 tips will help you make perfectly crispy latkes

December 19, 2022December 19, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

No Hanukkah table would be complete without a plate piled high with crispy, lacey latkes. But frying the perfect latke can be challenging. Nothing can …

Read moreThese 4 tips will help you make perfectly crispy latkes

Bottles and containers inside a fridge

Does mustard go bad? Your questions about keeping condiments, answered

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Quick fridge cleans are normally relatively easy. You pull the food off the shelves, give surfaces a good wipe and put everything back, but many …

Read moreDoes mustard go bad? Your questions about keeping condiments, answered

10 common habits that can jeopardize your dog’s health

December 10, 2022December 8, 2022 by Newsy

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Read more10 common habits that can jeopardize your dog’s health

Computer user checks password on phone

Is your password one of the most common in the US?

December 2, 2022December 1, 2022 by Newsy

How safe are your app and online accounts? Unfortunately, if you are part of the 85% of people who use variations of the same password …

Read moreIs your password one of the most common in the US?

Person holds magnifying glass over phone

How to snoop around in your own cellphone if you think someone else has used it

November 23, 2022November 22, 2022 by Newsy

Have you ever had the feeling that someone has snooped around on your phone? Maybe you let a friend borrow it to make a call, …

Read moreHow to snoop around in your own cellphone if you think someone else has used it

Sour candy

Does eating sour candy before workouts give you better results?

November 10, 2022November 9, 2022 by Brittany Anas

You’ve got a grueling workout ahead. Should you dip into your kid’s Halloween candy stash and pluck out the Sour Patch Kids or the lip-puckering …

Read moreDoes eating sour candy before workouts give you better results?

A stack of white towels next to a cup of laundry detergent.

Wondering what temperature to use to wash white clothes? Here’s why it matters

November 9, 2022November 9, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Cleaning our clothes doesn’t need to be confusing yet sometimes it really seems to be! Many of us are still left scratching our heads when …

Read moreWondering what temperature to use to wash white clothes? Here’s why it matters

I voted stickers on table

Here’s what to do if you experience difficulty voting

November 8, 2022November 7, 2022 by Scripps National Desk

While most of us probably will not experience any difficulties voting on Election Day, things to come up. Sometimes, issues like weather, long lines or …

Read moreHere’s what to do if you experience difficulty voting

Can I take a selfie with my ballot?

November 7, 2022November 7, 2022 by Scripps National Desk

In an era where many Americans like to take pictures and share with friends, many voters might not think much about sharing a photo with …

Read moreCan I take a selfie with my ballot?

Piggy bank with spend/save sign

How to save money with a no-spend challenge

November 5, 2022November 3, 2022 by Newsy

According to the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average U.S. household spends $66,928 annually. That’s more …

Read moreHow to save money with a no-spend challenge

Bed Unmade Messy Bedroom Pillows

How to make your bed more comfortable with softer sheets

November 4, 2022November 3, 2022 by Emily OBrien

There’s nothing quite like sliding into bed at night into comfortable, warm sheets and blankets. But when they’re new, even the highest-quality sheets can feel …

Read moreHow to make your bed more comfortable with softer sheets

A person looks at Google's search bar on a laptop and phone.

How to remove your personal information from Google searches

October 27, 2022October 27, 2022 by Newsy

What information is publicly available when you type your name into Google’s search engine? While you might not have any dark secrets to hide, it’s …

Read moreHow to remove your personal information from Google searches

A Swiss shepherd dog is dressed as a ghost for Halloween.

Halloween safety tips for pets

October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 by Newsy

Halloween can be fun for everyone, including your furry family members. According to a national survey by PetSmart, more than 75% of pet parents plan …

Read moreHalloween safety tips for pets

Hand pouring champagne from bottle

Champagne 101: What you should know about bubbly wine

October 25, 2022October 24, 2022 by The List

Champagne has long been associated with celebration, making it the alcoholic beverage of choice of New Year’s Day celebrations, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and more. But …

Read moreChampagne 101: What you should know about bubbly wine

Frozen steak in freezer

Why you should cook your steak frozen to get delicious results

October 19, 2022November 4, 2022 by Marie Rossiter | Last updated on 11/04/2022

For the carnivores of the world, few meals can compare with a perfectly cooked steak. On those nights where you’re salivating at the thought of …

Read moreWhy you should cook your steak frozen to get delicious results

Oven-baked ribs on a plate with barbecue sauce.

How to make oven-baked ribs when it’s too chilly to grill

October 14, 2022October 14, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Fall-off-the-bone oven-baked ribs are one of the comfort foods. While ribs are often thought of as something easy to slap onto the grill, not everyone …

Read moreHow to make oven-baked ribs when it’s too chilly to grill

Couple hugs happy dog

How to get rid of dog smell from anywhere in your home

October 11, 2022October 10, 2022 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreHow to get rid of dog smell from anywhere in your home

A yucca plant sits in a pot inside a sunny room.

Yucca plant care tips: How to keep this impressive plant thriving indoors

October 10, 2022October 10, 2022 by Emily OBrien

While you might be under the impression you need to live in a tropical climate to grow a yucca plant, they actually make for excellent …

Read moreYucca plant care tips: How to keep this impressive plant thriving indoors

Clover blooms on a lawn. Clover lawns are a popular trend right now for those who don't enjoy lawn maintenance.

Clover lawns are trending: Here are the pros and cons of this landscaping technique

October 7, 2022October 7, 2022 by Emily OBrien

There’s a new trend sweeping the country and it’s geared toward people who want to cut back on lawn maintenance but still enjoy a soft …

Read moreClover lawns are trending: Here are the pros and cons of this landscaping technique

Sneaky ways to get a preschooler to talk about their day

October 5, 2022October 4, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Many parents look forward to hearing what their little ones have been up to at preschool. But often the question is met with a single-word …

Read moreSneaky ways to get a preschooler to talk about their day

Hand in protective glove carefully cleaning a TV screen.

How to clean a TV screen without any special products

September 26, 2022September 23, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Dirty TV screens happen, even to us neat freaks. Dust, dirt, streaks and fingerprints can interfere with your viewing pleasure. When you sit down to …

Read moreHow to clean a TV screen without any special products

A black and yellow wasp lands on a yellow flower.

Natural wasp repellants can help you reclaim your outdoor spaces

August 30, 2022August 29, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Wasps are real party poopers. First, you spot one and the next thing you know, your deck seems inundated by these pesky invaders. Honey bees, …

Read moreNatural wasp repellants can help you reclaim your outdoor spaces

How to store cucumbers so they last longer

August 29, 2022August 29, 2022 by Anna Weaver

The ever-versatile cucumber is a great staple to have in your fridge, whether it’s for snacking, putting into salads, or adding to other recipes. But …

Read moreHow to store cucumbers so they last longer

Brown boa constrictor on toilet bowl in bathroom.

4 animals that can sneak in through your toilet pipes

August 29, 2022August 29, 2022 by Brittany Anas

It sounds like a scene from a scary movie: You lift open your toilet to discover something creepy and crawly staring back at you. While …

Read more4 animals that can sneak in through your toilet pipes

Woman talks on landline telephone

Here’s how to transform a landline telephone so it can take calls from your cellphone

August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreHere’s how to transform a landline telephone so it can take calls from your cellphone

Make sure you have these 12 items in your carry-on luggage

August 3, 2022August 3, 2022 by Marie Rossiter

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Read moreMake sure you have these 12 items in your carry-on luggage

How to clean a ceiling fan using a few clever tricks

July 24, 2022July 22, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Every spring, as the weather warms, there’s a moment when I look up at my ceiling fans and recoil. After going dormant all winter, they’re …

Read moreHow to clean a ceiling fan using a few clever tricks

Cluttered basement

10 things you should immediately ditch for a clean basement

July 18, 2022July 15, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Why is it that curating and collecting household items seems simple while figuring out what to donate or pitch ends up being the hardest? That’s …

Read more10 things you should immediately ditch for a clean basement

A yellow underarm sweat stain is shown on a white shirt.

How to get rid of sweat stains on your clothes

July 15, 2022July 14, 2022 by Tricia Goss

Everybody sweats. Perspiration is mostly water and sodium chloride, commonly known as salt. However, it also contains varying concentrations of numerous other substances. Add deodorant …

Read moreHow to get rid of sweat stains on your clothes

A pineapple plant grows.

How to grow pineapple as a houseplant

July 5, 2022July 6, 2022 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreHow to grow pineapple as a houseplant

People wait for checked luggage at busy airport

Airport worker recommends checking your luggage as late as possible

July 2, 2022July 1, 2022 by Brittany Anas

When you’re ready to get your vacation officially started, it’s a bummer to wait for your suitcase to come rolling by on the conveyor belt …

Read moreAirport worker recommends checking your luggage as late as possible

A little girl gets skin barrier cream put on before swimming.

Barrier cream and other ways to protect your skin from pool chemicals when you swim this summer

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreBarrier cream and other ways to protect your skin from pool chemicals when you swim this summer

Water stains on damaged ceiling

How to get rid of water stains from your ceiling

June 24, 2022June 24, 2022 by Emily OBrien

When water stains appear on your ceiling, you know it’s time to do some detective work. These stains are usually a side effect of a …

Read moreHow to get rid of water stains from your ceiling

Man about to clean his ears using Q-tip cotton swab.

How to clean your ears without Q-tips, according to experts

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

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Read moreHow to clean your ears without Q-tips, according to experts

A girl cleans her ear after swimming in the ocean.\

How to make homemade swimmer’s ear drops

June 3, 2022June 3, 2022 by Tricia Goss

Otitis externa, more commonly known as swimmer’s ear, is a painful infection of the outer ear canal. It is typically caused by water remaining inside …

Read moreHow to make homemade swimmer’s ear drops

A girl lights a candle at a memorial to victims of the 2022 Robb Elementary shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

Here’s how to help survivors of the Uvalde school shooting

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

The horrifying mass shooting at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, left at least 19 students and two teachers dead, and 17 others wounded. …

Read moreHere’s how to help survivors of the Uvalde school shooting

An iPhone is shown alongside a look at the Visual Look Up feature in action.

How to identify plants and animals with your iPhone’s camera

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by Marie Rossiter

Each new generation of the iPhone has more features than the average consumer will typically ever use. We hold the equivalent of a fully operational …

Read moreHow to identify plants and animals with your iPhone’s camera

Couple talks as electric car charges

Used electric cars are in demand—here’s what to know to buy at an affordable price

May 19, 2022May 18, 2022 by Tricia Goss

Fuel prices can make even essential driving prohibitive these days, prompting many folks to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient car or even an electric …

Read moreUsed electric cars are in demand—here’s what to know to buy at an affordable price

A little boy smiles with a $5 bill.

‘Fiver’ birthday parties for kids are a great way to cut costs and clutter

May 13, 2022May 27, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

Did you know it’s been estimated that the average parent spends around $400 on a birthday party for their kid? We have come a long …

Read more‘Fiver’ birthday parties for kids are a great way to cut costs and clutter

Baby drinks formula with mom

What to do if you can’t find formula for your baby amid the shortage

May 10, 2022May 11, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

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Read moreWhat to do if you can’t find formula for your baby amid the shortage

Pink hair is part of summer 2022 hair color trends

Summer 2022 hair color trends you’ll want to try—including oat milk blonde

May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 by Tricia Goss

Summertime has a vibe all its own. It’s warm, sunny, laid back and fun. During the balmy season, you want to wear particular clothing, listen …

Read moreSummer 2022 hair color trends you’ll want to try—including oat milk blonde

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