Новости за 05.07.2023

Mosquitoes need stagnant water to breed. Their babies start out as little worm-like creatures that breathe through their butts and eat algae and bacteria until they are ready to become the biting, flying nemeses we all know so well. This is why you’re supposed to cover or dump out any containers that collect water…

Giving birth is a confusing time, even in the most ideal of circumstances. During the early hours following birth, doctors will be doing a number of additional measures to keep everyone healthy, one of which includes administering a vitamin K shot to the newborn. Although the vitamin K shot has been routinely…

It’s that special time of year when 10 a.m. greets you with a temperature of 84°F and 79% humidity, at least that’s the case here in New York City. There’s nothing in the world that could make me put a steaming hot breakfast into this already sweaty, still-indoors body. What I’m craving is the full-body relief of a…

From the discovery of fire to the invention of car headlights so bright they nearly vaporize everything in their path, the history of humanity has always been a battle against the darkness. And yet most of us aren’t using one of the most flexible and powerful tools in our arsenal against it: Luminous paint.

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Historically speaking, I am rarely around babies, or people who have babies, so I rarely think about or purchase baby stuff. But now my sister has a baby, and I like this baby very much, and I’ll find myself pausing in the infant and toddler section of various big box stores, wondering, “Would the baby like this?”…

The truRelief Impact Therapy Percussive Massage Gun is an electric pulse massager on sale for only $29.97 (reg $299) until July 14. While it’s not a viable replacement for the magical hands of your masseuse, it may be enough to weather you until your next appointment.

Composting is a great way to get free fertilizer for your garden. If you’re brand new to composting, the idea is simple: You use clippings, leaves, and food scraps that you would ordinarily throw away and allow them to naturally decompose to make a rich soil enhancer. For gardeners with efficiency and exacting…

WD-40 is a useful, versatile lubricant, but it’s also a solvent—and there are some places you should never use it. WD-40 doesn’t have the same viscosity as traditional grease or oil, and it can erode certain finishes and can cause problems when used as a substitute. Here are some places you should definitely never use…

Owning Adobe Creative Cloud is one thing, navigating its functions is another. If you want to unlock the full potential of Adobe Creative Cloud, you can get the 2023 All-in-One Adobe Creative Cloud Suite Certification Course Bundle on sale for $29.99 (reg. $180) until July 14. This exclusive deal packs expert-led,…

Gardening and landscaping sometimes require expensive tools and equipment. If you have some summer projects to check off your list, you can find some good deals on gardening tools and materials to save you time and money. Here’s where to find some of the best deals available ahead of the main Prime Day sales.

Q drops, deep state campaigns, 9/11 intelligence failures, mysterious internet videos, and stories from the fringe: To be American is to constantly be bombarded by the new conspiracy theories. Which ones are dangerous? which ones are worth giving a second thought? Which ones are just bizarre?

These 10 podcasts climb…

Anyone can carry a battery backup to recharge their phone—but what if you’re looking for a battery-powered generator that can power almost anything, from your laptop and tablet to appliances?

No matter how simple a DIY home repair or project initially seems, there are times when you realize you don’t have the one tool needed to complete the job. Sometimes this means a frustrating third trip to the hardware store while the house remains in disarray—but sometimes you can get by with a little creativity and…

Often called the “other side of leadership,” followership is an important factor in career success. This is to find value in someone else’s vision, follow it, question and challenge it, but also ultimately support it—even if you don’t agree with it. A follower asks questions, listens well, and offers guidance and…

Cocktails have gone off the deep-end with torched garnishes and smoke-brimming cloches, but you can still explore the world of fancy drinks at home without any special equipment. Take, for example, the float. Simple yet elegant, and clearly involving some know-how, adding a float, or layers, to your libations is often…

We talk a lot about broth here on Lifehacker, and we are universally fans of a certain brand of bouillon. What we don’t talk about often is the umami-rich broth known as dashi, a staple in Japanese cuisine.