Trump’s Day One Executive Orders Will Worsen Climate Crisis

On his first day in office, President Trump has signed a slew of executive orders that will set the United States on a radically different environmental path from the Biden administration. The executive orders and memoranda take the first steps to fulfilling many of Trump’s promises from the campaign trail: Withdrawing the US from the…

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All the Top New Features in MacOS Sequoia

MacOS Sequoia, also known as macOS 15, is the latest version of Apple’s desktop operating system. The new OS packs a ton of new capabilities onto the Mac, including a password management app, videoconferencing tools, and updates to Safari as well as all the features that come with Apple Intelligence—the company’s new artificial intelligence-powered system….

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How to Use Apple’s Genmoji to Create New Kinds of Emojis

For decades, choosing an emoji has been constrained to what’s available on your smartphone’s keyboard. Every year brings new emoji—I like the “face with bags under eyes,” though that one is still rolling out. But there are times when the preinstalled options just aren’t specific enough. Thankfully, Apple has a solution, and it’s called Genmoji….

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Should You Lower Tire Pressure to Gain Traction in Snow?

When it comes to winter driving, most people know the importance of having good tires to provide a sure-footed grip for ice and snow. But a question that often comes up in the winter months is whether lowering the tire pressure can give you even better traction in the snow. Off-roaders and beachgoers sometimes reduce…

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7 Best Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp

Emerging research has revealed some factors in addition to exercise and diet that can make a real difference. This is “a tremendously active area of research right now,” says Susan Resnick, PhD, a senior investigator at the National Institute on Aging. Stay socially engaged. Social isolation and loneliness have been linked to cognitive decline and…

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22 Best Wireless Chargers 2025: Wire-Free Charging for Devices

Wireless charging isn’t nearly as cool as it sounds. It’s not exactly wireless—a cord runs from an outlet to the charging pad—and it won’t charge your smartphone faster than plugging it in with a good ol’ cord. Still, I’m always disappointed when I test a smartphone that doesn’t support it. I’ve gotten used to plopping…

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How to Load a Dishwasher

Upper RackCups, glasses, and small bowls should be placed in the top rack. Dishwasher-safe plastics also belong on the top rack, away from any heating element, which can cause damage. Lower RackPlates, serving bowls, and other large items belong on the bottom rack. So do platters, dishwasher-safe cutting boards, and other oversized pieces, which should…

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How to Stop Varicose Vein Pain

If you have a lot of pain or significant swelling or skin discoloration, see a vascular surgeon. They can evaluate how well the valves in your leg veins are working to keep blood flowing back up to your heart. You’ll probably be advised to wear prescription-grade compression stockings that are custom-made for your legs. For…

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