The incredible history of concrete

There is more concrete used in construction than any other material. More than wood, steel and even glass. So what makes this super-substance so strong, and how did humans perfect it over 2,000 years ago?

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Facebook may owe you money — here's how to claim it

Last year, Facebook settled a $650 million lawsuit with Illinois residents for storing and collecting their biometric data without consent. Here’s how much money people received.

The social media juggernaut just agreed to another settlement. This one’s for $725 million following numerous lawsuits claiming the platform violated users’ privacy. Here’s what you need to know and how to get paid.

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Trying to stick to a new diet? This site helps you plan meals

On a diet? We feel you. The struggle is real, so we’re always interested in covering the best ways to lose weight online. Tap or click for health tests you can take online.

Many of us know we need to drop a few pounds, and some have refined these goals into complex numbers, caloric deficits, and ideal proportions of daily macronutrient intake. Good news. We’ve found a great way to keep track of your meals.

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All the ways to turn on your Android's flashlight

Who knew there were so many ways you could activate the flashlight on your Android phone? You’re going to love these Android shortcuts. Several can even be used for other useful commands.

Read on for all the ways to turn on your device’s flashlight and more.

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Have you checked around the house? You could be sitting on a fortune

Want to make some extra money or even start a new career? Kim recently interviewed a woman who created a successful Etsy shop out of her home. Here’s how to start your own reselling business.

They say you can’t go back, but that’s not stopping people from spending tons of money on relics from their past. eBay helped to kickstart the online auction craze, but it’s not alone when it comes to big-ticket items. Sites like Heritage Auctions and RR Auction are giving eBay a run for its money.

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Fed up with Excel? This site creates formulas for you

Few things frustrate us more than the inability to crack an Excel task independently. We love formulas and conditional cells, but the best way to utilize these features isn’t always easy. Tap or click for tricks to get the most out of Microsoft Word and Excel.

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Hidden Bitcoin filing hiding in your Mac

It turns out there’s a hidden Bitcoin Whitepaper from 2008 on your computer. Conspiracy theorists say Steve Jobs is the anonymous Bitcoin creator. More likely, it was just an Apple engineer who’s into crypto.

Want to see it for yourself?

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10 ways you should be using your iPad

One great thing about Apple devices is that the built-in browser blocks cross-site tracking. You don’t have to worry about being followed when you use Safari. Here’s how to enable this critical privacy feature on your iPhone, iPad and Mac.

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5 apps that can clean up your Android in minutes

Everyone loves that new phone feel. For the entire 15 minutes it lasts. Your phone seems to slow down as soon as you start downloading apps and using them to comb the internet.

Performance is essential for everyone regarding their smartphone, considering they help organize our lives. So a slow phone can be a real buzz kill. Tap or click here for seven things you didn’t know your Android could do.

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The first thing Warren Buffett asked ChatGPT

Feeling a little confused about ChatGPT? You’re not alone. Warren Buffett, the genius investor worth billions, was too … Until Bill Gates showed him the ropes. Nothing like having a billionaire on speed dial!

Translate ol’ Blue Eyes … 

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Easy tricks to speed up your slow computer

Picture this: Your phone is barely a year old and running at a snail’s pace. You blame the manufacturer and mumble something about planned obsolescence. Before you go off on a rant, check out our guide to the top seven reasons your phone is running slow.

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