How often do you ignore the tag on your loaf of bread or a pen lid? We bet you never knew these everyday objects actually had handy hidden functions. #1. Those cute colorful tags on your bread are so you know…
Facebook is second to none when it comes to social media platforms. The app has taken over our lives so much, sometimes we wish we could do EVERYTHING with it: like use some of Instagram’s filter features without having to change…
#1. Easily deodorize your fabric couch by sprinkling baking soda all over it and then vacuuming. #2. Stop buying expensive refills and just use a fluffy sock over your floor cleaner instead. #3. Leave jewelry soaking in hydrogen peroxide to restore…
#1. Try “packing cubes” to compartmentalize your suitcase, so individual items are easier to find. #2. Create a secret stash for travel money out of an old ChapStick tube. Get instructions here. #3. Keep your razor (and your fingers) safe…
The National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) have just released new guidelines on summer skincare and just how much sunscreen you need to avoid that charming summer lobster look. As we all know, our skin needs Vitamin D…
Every smartphone owner knows the endless struggle between using your beloved iPhone’s apps and the, frankly crap, battery life which needs charging every single day. But it turns out we’ve been using our phones all wrong. These simple tips will keep your battery powering…
#1. For cream-lovers on a budget. Just got a pro tip at Starbucks.if you like it light,order a tall in a venti cup. More room for cream and cheaper. #coffeetalk — Brian Harniman (@bharniman) January 7, 2016 #2. For the…
If you find yourself struggling to remember passwords, names, or just where you left your keys, we’ve got tips from “memory athletes” for remembering just about anything. #1. Create a memory palace, visually linking things you need to remember to each room. The…
#1. Use tape to hold a bracelet in place while you fasten it. #2. Whiten the rubber soles of your shoes with nail polish remover. #3. Use stale bread to remove stains from suede shoes. #4. Use rounded-shoulder hangers (or ideally…
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) have come up with a handy list of all those hip-but-hard-to-pronounce foods so you can impress everyone with your spot-on pronunciation. #1. Espresso — eh-spress-oh. Head of pronunciation at the OED (yes, that is a…
If after heavy use you find your laptop is hot enough to fry and egg on, this simple trick could help keep your overworked computer cool. Twitter user Akinori Suzuki posted a photo of his MacBook Pro covered in 10 yen coins…
#1. Pop an onion or a scouring pad in the end of this nifty tool to clean or season your grill. Available for $18 from here. #2. A coffee measuring spoon that doubles up as a bag clip for super-fresh coffee.…
If you’ve ever found yourself being unproductive or feeling sluggish during the day, maybe you’re just doing things at the wrong times. It’s time to plan your day with science. The best time to hold a meeting is Tuesday at…
#1. Check in online. You can now skip the queues and check in up to 24 hours before your departure time with most airlines. As well as being able to choose your seat, the earlier you check in the…
A recent study has shown that there’s a simple way to use your brain power to combat a bad night’s sleep and trick yourself into feeling more awake. 21 students from Colorado College were given a short lesson on what constitutes…
Being a parent can be tough and stressful. But with a bit of creativity, sometimes things can be done in a way that’s less work-intensive for the parent, and more fun for the child. We call these ‘parenting hacks’, and…