Kids these days have the most convoluted web site names. Facebook? Twitter? eBay? I'm sorry, but I like my coffee black and my web sites self-explanatory. Here's a handful of actually useful web sites that do exactly what they sound like.
Last year, Ben Wellington from data analysis blog I Quant NY found the perfect amount to add to your MetroCard so you can get an exact number of rides and you're never missing a train because you're a few cents short. Now with the new fare increase, the new perfect balances are $22.30 or $27.25, and there's even a…
If you like to do any 3D modeling or animation, Pixar's in-house software that's been used for movies like Toy Story, Cars, and recent films like Guardians of the Galaxy is now completely free to download and use.
It's always a good idea to make a budget for your food spending, but you might be shooting yourself in the foot by only setting a spending cap. If you work your way up from $0 and focus on the things you need first, you might be able to save a few bucks.
Adventuring alone sounds exciting, but it's also scary. Like most people, I’ve done the majority of my traveling with friends and family. That is, until I realized that I had places I wanted to go and no one wanted to go with me. I struck out on my own because my desire to continue traveling was greater than my fear…
iOS: You have a billion options for different photo editing apps on iOS, but Filters might be one of the simplest to use. It comes packed with over 800 different photo filters, but still manages to be friendly to use.
Want to make your own little spy camera that fits on your shirt? Make put together a guide using a Raspberry Pi and a small camera.
Can't wait for that weekend race or that date with your slightly-faster cycling buddy? You can fire up your competitive spirit right now with apps and virtual races. Here are some fun ones.
This week we returned to the dating pool, wrote our first book, counted some calories, and found the most overrated superfoods. Here's a look back.
If you're not a big fan of storing your notes on a third-party service like Google Keep or Evernote, Paperwork is similar software that's open-source that also allows you to host it yourself.
First and foremost, congratulations on the decision to put your fuck parts together with another person's fuck parts in a more meaningful way than you were putting fuck parts together with others during the abysmal slog through Tinder you've been on since your break-up. Things are probably great: you two have stopped…
When setting up your emergency food supply, proper storage is critical to make sure insects and other creatures don't get to your stash. This simple solution keeps your dry goods safe and portable.
Some of us are more adventurous when it comes to food than others, and across every cuisine there are "delicacies" that might seem bizarre to others around the world. What have you tried?
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If you turned 65 last year, you have a tax break coming your way. The standard deduction for people 65 and over has gone up from $6,300 to $7,850 for single filers. If you normally itemize your deductions, it may be time to reconsider.
We all have goals that we want to achieve in our lives. These goals may include learning a new language, eating healthier and losing weight, becoming a better parent, saving more money, and so on. But there's a point when you need to stop planning these goals and start working towards them.
It’s easier than ever to find quick answers to your money questions. But most of us would do well to learn a little more about personal finance. To improve your situation, invest a set amount of time each week in your financial literacy.
If you're responsible, using credit cards to pay bills is a great way to build reward points and miles. Some people even make their rent or mortgage payment with one, then pay it off every month. If your landlord or lender allows this, make sure to ask about potential fees so you don't get blindsided.
Storing bikes inside is tough, especially when you have more than 2 or 3. This DIY solution will store up to six bikes against the wall, and still provide easy access without breaking the bank.
