How to stop political texts

Tired of getting texts from unknown numbers talking about the upcoming election? Here are a few great tips to help keep your sanity until November is over.

Treat yourself

Little upgrades to make the day-to-day better.

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I want to help you Excel at work: Hit Ctrl + [ to view where the contents of a cell came from, like a formula or reference. Sweet. A ton more Excel shortcuts here.

Spend less on your Uber rides

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We’ve all felt that gut punch when the rideshare fare pops up. Here are some insider tips to help you save.

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Of grapes a day preserves muscle. There are 1,600+ compounds in the fruit that help you maintain muscle mass as you age, improve kidney and heart health and lots more. Now you have your raisins to eat grapes!

Mail is going missing

If you suspect someone is stealing your mail, this might be a good idea to help the cops locate them. Never handle this on your own.

Let AI plan your movie night

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Stuck between a romance or an action movie? Artificial intelligence can help you pick the perfect one. Here’s how.

Redddit for newbies

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A lot of people have no idea how to use one of the most popular websites out there. I’ll explain why it’s such a big deal and how it can help you find just about anything you’re into.

Ways to contact SOS with phones and trackers

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What if your voice wasn’t an option in an emergency? It’s a scary thought, but there are ways to get help without saying a word.

How to use ChatGPT for your job interview

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Nail your next job interview with a little help from AI. These simple tools can break down the role and prep you with mock interviews, so you’re ready for anything.

3 tricks to score Labor Day deals

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Get set to save like never before! Before you get into holiday shopping, I’ve got three tips that will help you score some serious savings.

The FTC bans fake online reviews

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Using bots to boost social media followers and influence is off the table, too. Disney+ adds Hulu shows, sparking parental outrage. Plus, Waymo horror stories, Facebook rental scams, and tips for your next mechanic visit. And Earl from Chicago needs wedding help for his daughter.

“He’s replaced me with ChatGPT”: A 25-year-old said her dad, a first-generation Chinese American, has replaced her with AI. Dad now uses AI instead of asking her for help translating, composing emails and keeping all his dad jokes in a dad-abase.

How to use AI to spot a bad date

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Eighty percent of singles lie on their dating profiles. Looking for your soulmate online? AI can help you spot the difference between a catfish and the ultimate catch.

3 ways to charge your phone faster

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Did you forget to power up your phone overnight? Here are some quick tips to help speed up your charging time so you can get back to full battery.

How to use AI to improve your resume

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Applying for jobs but not getting any responses? Here’s how AI tools can help spot what might be holding your resume back.

Let AI budget and make your grocery list

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Grocery prices got you down? I’ll show you how AI can help you plan meals, save money, and make grocery shopping easy.

What wood you do? A Georgia man lost his phone at night in the woods, and, while looking for it, he fell down a 50-foot well. He called for help but spent a long, cold night in the well. Rescuers took almost two hours to get him out using special equipment. PSA: Don’t walk around alone at night in the woods.

Let AI summarize lengthy PDFs

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Whether it’s a legal doc, medical bill, or resume, who wants to read a 100+ page document filled with jargon? Here’s how AI can help and do so much more!