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‘Tis the season for popping Champagne — although experts warn against firing that cork into space. Finding quality fizz to toast your various holiday celebrations shouldn’t put you in debt to start 2025, according to an expert we spoke with. “You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get good quality sparkling wine,” … Read more
It’s nearly New Year’s Eve, which means revelers around the world are readying bottles of Champagne to pop when the clock strikes midnight. Before you send that cork flying into space, consider that popping bottles of sparkling wine can compromise the wine inside and ruin your night if it catches the eye of an innocent … Read more
Every year, we write our lists of things we want to accomplish to become a better version of ourselves in the new year. For many people, quitting smoking is at the top of the list. Unfortunately, not everyone is successful, because they haven’t adequately prepared to quit. Research commissioned by the United Kingdom’s government shows … Read more
Looking for a great travel backpack that costs less than one extra baggage fee? As a food and travel writer, I fly more than 50 times a year and I say this with as much conviction as I can muster: This $36 Dinictis backpack is the single best travel accessory I’ve ever owned. Some carry-on bags may … Read more
In his roundup of the best e-bikes of 2024, Kaminski called the Lectric XP 3.0 the best e-bike for heavy cargo. “It’s robust and versatile, with a total payload capacity of 330 pounds, including a rear rack that supports up to 150 pounds,” he says. So if you’re in the market for a bike with … Read more
Our team of sleep and mattress experts has tested over 200 mattresses collectively. During that time, we’ve established testing methods that assess each mattress for each key performance factor. We test all mattresses the same, though when selecting which beds make our best lists, we consider each option based on the topic. In this case, … Read more
Because weightlifting shoes are a unique type of footwear, we got feedback from experts on the qualities we should be looking for when shopping for these shoes. They are true to size: Weightlifting shoes tend to run true to size to fit your exact foot measurements. “This is because you don’t want to move around … Read more
What is the best internet provider in Washington, DC? Residents of Washington, DC have three main internet service provider options: Astound Broadband, Xfinity and Verizon Fios — alongside T-Mobile’s 5G wireless home internet and regional ISPs like Starry Internet and DC Access. But which internet provider should you pick? It comes down to what you … Read more
Fiber rollout is limited in Scottsdale, Arizona. According to CNET, your best pick will be to get a fiber connection from CenturyLink, also known as Quantum Fiber. If the operator doesn’t service your address, Cox will be your next best bet. It’s got fast download speeds, but upload speeds suffer as it is a cable … Read more
Google’s latest and greatest wearable — the Pixel Watch 3 — hit shelves just this fall and has already managed to earn the top spot as our overall favorite Android smartwatch of 2024. Combining advanced fitness tracking capabilities with tons of convenient smart features, this 2024 wearable has a ton to offer. You don’t have … Read more