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Large-Scale Pokémon Eviction Looms with Pokémon Bank Server Shutdown
After the Nintendo 3DS handheld console saw most its online services including the online store (eShop) taken offline not too long ago, it was only a matter of time before …read more
I stopped using my Fire TV Stick just for streaming after finding these apps
This affordable device provides some useful tools and transforms into a wireless file hub, web browser, and media front end.
Submersible drone analyzes ice
Doing anything on a frozen lake can carries some amount of risk. Nevertheless, every year events ranging from car racing to ice skating are held on them. As such, proper …read more
I put Linux on a tablet, and KDE Plasma handled everything I threw at it
KDE keeps winning.
3 intense new HBO Max documentaries to watch this weekend (August 14-16)
Creepy, haunting confessions from psychopaths, a skyscraper rising over Athens, and a nerve agent loose in a quiet English city.
Stop pretending Unraid and TrueNAS solve the same problem
Their features overlap, but their storage architectures make very different tradeoffs.
The guest network you never use is the safest place for half your home
Your guest Wi-Fi isn't just for guests — it's a free security upgrade.
These 4 open-source apps solved problems I didn't think software could fix
Hidden gems like these are why I love open-source so much.
3 crisp new Netflix shows to lighten up your weekend (August 14-16)
3 new Netflix picks this weekend: a Shane Gillis garage sitcom, a classic Aussie period drama, and a fresh new stand-up special.
I stopped apologizing for my mic on video calls after installing this free app
My cheap mic sounded like a fan until I found this free Nvidia tool.
Automatic Naptime with BabyBjorn Bouncing Servo
Any parent with a baby and deep pockets– or friends with deep pockets– will probably sing the praises of the BabyBjorn rocking sling chair. A simple spring-loaded sling seat allows …read more
Why Wi-Fi 7 routers are still bad at the thing most people actually need from them
Wi-Fi 7 brings blistering wireless throughput but still hits the same dead zones when walls, floors, or distance interfere.
Android has a built-in sandbox for apps you don't trust, and almost nobody uses it
Turn any shady app into a guest with zero access to your real data.
Please stop using these 7 deprecated Linux commands
Get with the program!
My Downloads folder cleans itself now, and every file lands where it belongs
Your downloads folder will never be a mess again
Uninvasive EEG Interface Could Be Used To Play Games
These days, most of us interface with our computing devices in the same old-fashioned ways—via keyboards, mice, and touchscreens. The idea of a more direct brain-to-machine interface remains appealing to …read more
Hackaday Podcast Episode 382: Glueballs, Borg Cubes, and Supersonic Trebuchets
It’s still hot on both sides of the Atlantic, but Kristina has a new secret weapon for staying cool without making noise. Will Elliot and the others follow suit? Time …read more
Chalupa Recipe – Taco Bell Copycat
A traditional chalupa is fried masa dough shaped like a little boat topped with simply salsa, cheese and shredded lettuce. Chalupa means ‘boat.’ If you love the Taco Bell Chalupa supreme, this is a copycat version you ca…
Midori Sour
If you love an Amaretto Sour or Whiskey Sour, it’s time to try our Midori Sour recipe! You’ll love the melon flavor and the intense green color of this 1980s cocktail. You won’t need sour mix for this recipe. It’s a grea…
Colorado Bulldog
The Colorado Bulldog drink is a variation of classic cocktails White Russian and Black Russian with a fizzy twist. This rich, coffee-flavored recipe starts off with a base similar to the White Russian, calling for Kahlua…
Apple Pie Shot
Celebrate the start of the best season of the year with our Apple Pie Shot recipe. This tasty dessert shot is made using apple cider, vanilla vodka, cinnamon whiskey and whipped cream. It’s the perfect fall drink. This s…
Washington Apple Shot
Let’s learn to make a Washington Apple Shot. This recipe tastes just like a fresh, crisp apple. It’s one of the tastiest shot recipes I have ever tried. It’s a scaled down version of a Washington Apple cocktail. We’ll te…
Old Fashioned Recipe
Today I’m going to share my favorite classic cocktail- the Bourbon Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned has been my go-to for years and learning to make a perfect Old Fashioned at home has been such a fun process. You’re goi…
Water, Lemon Juice, Vinegar, or Nothing: Should You Even Bother Rinsing Chicken?
There's an ongoing debate about whether or not it's safe or even desirable to rinse meat before cooking it. Many fall into the anti-rinsing camp, saying that it's not effective at dislodging bacteria, especially on poult…
Bloom of the Month: Hellebores
While shopping my local garden center I stopped short when I spied an entire shipment of hellebores in all different varieties that had just arrived. I’ve long admired these blooms but hadn’t purchased any for my garden …
Delft Tile Revival & Factory Tour
The appeal of rural living in the countryside continues to play out in interiors, with pastoral kitchens and cottage style surging in popularity as a respite from a modern world consumed by technology. Delft tile is also…
Bloom of the Month: Amaryllis
We fill our homes with evergreens this time of year, and one of my favorite things about December is the botanicals that are also a part of the traditions of this season: poinsettia, paperwhites, and amaryllis. This year…
Lighted Tree Canvas Art
Nostalgia is always at its height this time of year. Did you ever play with toy Lite Brites as a kid? I remember my cousin had a set we would play with. And those retro light up ceramic trees have made a comeback as well…
Sources for Keepsake Table Linens
I look forward to it every year, planning a dining room tablescape in anticipation of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. For the holidays, I prefer classic patterns like tartans or leaf motifs, or something with a littl…
Forest Ghosts Printable Art
Fall is here and Halloween is approaching! I created these three printable forest ghost scenes for decorating your spaces. The first print is ‘Forest Ghosts I’ with autumn colors and a vintage vibe, the second print, ‘Fo…
How to Roll Sushi — The Ultimate Guide
Sushi rolls, known as makizushi in Japanese, are only limited by your imagination — and your ability to roll them neatly, of course. While it may seem like a lot of effort, rolling sushi is a snap if you have the right t…
How to Tell if Your 'Expired' Eggs Are Still Good to Eat
Many people rely on the date printed on an egg carton to decide when to toss the dozen, but sell‑by and best‑by dates are quality guidelines — not safety deadlines. If you've been pitching eggs solely because of the…
Make Slime Without Borax: 5 Easy Recipes for Gooey Homemade Ooze
As kids, we were all obsessed with Nickelodeon's epic green slime — getting slimed felt like the ultimate badge of honor. What most of us didn't realize back then is how easy it is to make your own slime at home. One of …
Change Your Sleeping Position to Control the Type of Dreams You Have
If you frequently awaken in the middle of the night, trembling in terror, you might want to consider swapping sides. According to research conducted by Dr. Mehmet Yucel Agargun and colleagues at Yüzüncü Yil University in…
How to Perform the Clock Card Trick
This clever time-based card trick feels like pure magic — and it's easy to learn with zero sleight of hand. The Clock Card Trick uses a spectator's freely chosen card, the current time, and a "clock" of playing cards to …
Hand-Quilted Coasters
Get ready for those shorter days and cooler nights by adding a little warmth and color to your home or next gathering. We partnered with Fiskars to use their collection of fabric cutting tools to craft these modern patch…
5 Ways to Fall
We are rounding up some of our favorite Fall throwbacks. This also means Halloween is around the corner and it’s time to start costume brainstorming – any suggestions? In the meantime, here are a few of our favorite DIYs…
No-Sew Modern Quilt Favor Boxes
Fall is right around the corner and nothing says cozy like warm hues and patchwork quilts! We drew inspiration from both for these sweet favor boxes we created with our favorite Fiskars tools. Based on modern, geometric …
Candy Coffins
Fall calls for pumpkin spice, bonfires, and spooky décor! When we think of fall crafting with the kids, it definitely involves including them in party planning and creating decorations or favors. These adorable little co…
Toast Boards with Too Good To Go
We’re excited to partner on this post with Too Good To Go. They are a clever app that connects you with local restaurants and grocery stores with surplus food to help fight food waste, which contributes to 10% of all glo…
7 Tips for Putting Together a Guest Room
We’re renovating a farmhouse about an hour outside New York City and I’m so excited to be able to host friends there. I think I’m actually more excited about the guest rooms than any of the other spaces. The bedrooms won…