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12 Smart and Simple Kitchen Hacks

From using cooking spray on your cheese grater to having dental floss on hand, here are some handy kitchen hacks you'll wish you would have known sooner.

When it came to books, Albert Einstein subscribed to the "oldie but goodie" mentality. He wasn't the only one.

7 Pieces of Reading Advice From History’s Greatest Minds

These reading quotes from Albert Einstein, Theodore Roosevelt, and more might help you choose your next great read.

She's grinning because she got hooked on an Agatha Christie whodunit without spending a penny.

5 Places to Find Free E-Books

For Jane Austen’s complete catalog, Project Gutenberg’s your place. For something scary from Stephen King, head to hoopla.

50 Fun Things to Do When You're Bored

If you're running out of things to do during quarantine, here's a list of 50 ideas ranging from pressing flowers to learning to speed read.

10 Innovative (and Delicious) Ways to Use Your Food Scraps

Tired of wasting food? Make the most of your grocery haul with these 10 creative ways to repurpose your food scraps.

13 Non-Salad Uses for Your Salad Spinner

Salad spinners are definitely the unsung heroes of the kitchen. From removing excess water on pasta to getting water out of swimsuits, here are some alternative salad spinner uses.

The Surprising—and Sneaky—Reason Why Airports Are Carpeted

When you finally get to your gate, it seems nearly as comfortable as your own living room—which is exactly what airports want.

4 Helpful Tips for Freezing Food

We asked Chef Frank Proto from the Institute of Culinary Education to get some tips on freezing foods, ranging from vegetables to meats.

Protect your precious keyboard from whatever food residue is on your fingers.

Use This Mac Shortcut to Let Your Keyboard Do the Typing

Give your hardworking fingers a much-deserved break—or free them up for chopping vegetables while you answer emails.

This man is so good at using Google Docs that he doesn't even need both hands.

13 Handy Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Using Google Docs

From helpful keyboard shortcuts to adding handwritten signatures, these tips will make you a Google Doc wizard.

Free up some precious refrigerator real estate.

20 Foods You Don’t Need to Refrigerate

If your fridge is quickly reaching capacity, read this list of foods that can be stored at room temperature before your next grocery run.

You'd have to guess what your coworker was eating for lunch based on smell and sound alone.

Cubicles Could Make a Big Comeback

As companies look to safely bring employees back to offices after the coronavirus pandemic, cubicles could once again be king.

29 Easy Ingredient Substitutions

If you're missing some pantry staples, check out these 30 quick substitutions for common cooking ingredients.

The Smartduvet's Smart Layer fastens between your own duvet cover and top sheet.

Say Goodbye to Making Your Bed Every Morning—the Smartduvet Will Do It for You

The Smartduvet’s merits far outweigh any visual similarities it may have to the titular antagonist of the 1977 horror film ‘Death Bed: The Bed That Eats.’

Learn how to make the most of your grocery haul.

10 Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste

Tired of throwing out too much food and spending money on ingredients you don't get to eat? Check out these 10 simple ways to reduce food waste.

11 Tips for Avoiding Germs at the Grocery Store

Grocery shopping is still a necessary errand for many—here’s our best advice for how to get it done safely.

Keep that crispy, crunchy freshness inside the bag—no tools needed.

This Nifty Potato Chip Bag Hack Is Amazing the Internet

Clothespins, binder clips, and rubber bands all work in a pinch, but all you really need is the bag itself.

You might be stuck in the living room, but it doesn't have to look like it.

6 Fun Backgrounds to Use on Your Next Video Call

From the New York Public Library’s Rose Reading Room to Schitt’s Creek’s Rosebud Motel, there’s really something for everyone here.

It's OK if you decide to ignore the recommended serving size on a box of these beauties.

You Can Now Order—and Donate—Girl Scout Cookies Online

The Girl Scouts are making sure you get your annual fix of Thin Mints and Tagalongs—and sharing the love with healthcare workers, too.

Can't Find Yeast? Grow Your Own at Home With a Sourdough Starter

Yeast has become hard to find at grocery stores, but as long as you have water, flour, and time, you can grow your own yeast to bake bread at home.

University of California and McMaster University Are Offering Their Learning How to Learn Course Online for Free

Learning How to Learn, offered by the University of California, San Diego and McMaster University, teaches you how to combat procrastination, process new information, and much more.

You don't need to wear full business attire to maintain a professional appearance.

10 Ways To Look Professional, and Hide Your Pajamas, In a Video Conference Call

You don't have to wear pants without a stretchy waistband, but you should follow a few tips before joining a Zoom video call when working from home.

A good workout is just one way to pass the time while socially isolating.

11 Boredom-Busting Classes and Activities You Can Do at Home

From virtual field trips to free workout classes, here are the best ways to stay busy while social distancing.

Slice Cherry Tomatoes In Seconds With This Brilliantly Simple Kitchen Hack

Sick of recipes that ask you to cut cherry tomatoes in half individually? If you have two storage container lids, you can slice a bunch of them at once in seconds.

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