What’s the Best Mac Laptop or Desktop for You?

While we have not yet had a chance to run the new M5 MacBook Pro through our suite of lab tests (we have to buy it first), we will update this article with the results and analysis once that testing is complete. In the meantime, this guide can help you understand how the current models,…

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Under-the-Bed Storage Options to Help Banish Clutter

Decide What You Want Under the Bed“Consider what you want vs. need to store underneath—the frequency of use, accessibility, and space constraints,” says Jeanie Engelbach, professional organizer and founder of Apartmentjeanie. “If the plan is to extend the storage capacity of your wardrobe, then you want category-specific storage rather than bigger containers that hold more.”…

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Measured: Cargo Room for SUVs and Minivans

That gives consumers a better idea of the cargo they can fit in the back, whether it’s a new dishwasher, two dozen bags of mulch, or a big-screen TV coming home from the electronics store. Our auto engineers also measure the luggage capacity behind the raised third-row seat, because automakers market three-row vehicles as capable…

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7 Best Sheets of 2025, Lab-Tested and Reviewed

Another purchasing point to keep in mind: Claims about pocket size can’t always be trusted. “More than 30 percent of our tested models claimed to fit up to an 18-inch mattress, but their actual pocket-depth measurements were short even before washing,” says Li Wang, who oversees CR’s testing of sheets. None of the sheets in…

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The 29 Best Energy Drinks, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

15. Bawls Guarana Photograph: Amazon Bawls Guarana Original Flavor (12-Pack) Regarded as the first “energy soda” explicitly marketed to gamers, Bawls is a fun throwback to the heady days of StarCraft and LAN parties in the late ’90s. The profile of the unnamed flavor in the iconic blue bottle, which still lines the checkout labyrinth…

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How to Avoid Collisions With Deer This Fall

Slow down. Watch for deer, especially around dawn and between the hours of 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., when they’re most active. Be aware. Look out for deer-crossing signs and wooded areas where animals are likely to travel. If you travel the same route to and from work every day, you may find deer consistently grazing in…

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