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Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Connections puzzles. Lots of people make New Year’s resolutions to get into better shape, which might be why the New York Times editors picked the … Read more
Electric bikes have become super popular over the last few years thanks to their speed and user friendliness. But with so many choices on the market, it can be hard to know which to choose. Electric bikes can be found in every flavor: mountain bikes, fat-tire bikes, beach cruisers, cargo bikes and folding bikes. You … Read more
It’s baaaack! After making its debut in August, Horror’s Greatest has returned for more clips and chat about horror’s most beloved sub-genres. Season one dug into Stephen King adaptations, giant monsters, Japanese horror, horror comedies, and tropes and clichés (with an emphasis on slasher films)—leaving plenty of room for more. This time, it’s animal attacks, … Read more
A new year is a new opportunity to swap your outdated tech for a new laptop. It’s easy to be left behind if something works fine but with deals as good as these — from the likes of Apple, Microsoft, Alienware, HP, Lenovo and such — it’s the perfect time to make the leap to … Read more
As we settle into this cozy season, it’s never been a better time to upgrade your bedding. If you’ll be spending more time inside as the weather changes, you’ll want to make sure you’re curating a warm and inviting space for yourself. A great way to do this is by investing in a duvet. Once … Read more
CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. In a perfect world, you’d always have the time and energy to prepare healthy and nutritious meals to keep your body fueled. However, the reality is that meeting your nutritional needs through … Read more
COVID-19 levels are on the rise again. This season’s surge is occurring later than usual, and holiday gatherings may have increased your chances of exposure. There’s one bright spot: If you live in the US and need to test yourself for COVID-19, you can save some money by ordering free at-home COVID tests from the … Read more
Although inflation may be slowing, folks are still feeling the squeeze of high prices for everything from groceries to gas. Increased costs have also hit utilities like heating and cooling, with the consumer price index for energy costs increasing by about one-third since 2020. High utility bills become an even bigger problem in winter when … Read more
Before settling on an Instant Pot or multicooker, there are some considerations to make in terms of size, price, functionality and cooking programs. Consider the features and programs Food-specific modes and options will make the difference when it comes to picking the best Instant Pot for your cooking needs. If you want to venture into … Read more
When thinking of saving on your utility bill, you might think of large appliances like your TV, refrigerator or washing machine. Did you know that your water heater probably has a larger impact on your total energy bill? You can lower your energy bills by reducing your hot water usage, but you can also do … Read more