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I Thought Pour-Over Coffee Wasn’t for Me—Until I Did It Right
A trio of inexpensive gadgets helped me get better flavors and more consistent results from the finicky brewing method.
My Cats Love These Tricky Sliding Puzzle Boxes
Activate your cat’s inner fierce hunter with Cat Amazing’s puzzles and reward them with a treat.
I Started a Bike Bus, and You Can Too
It’s official: The best way to improve both your life and your community is to get everyone to cycle to school together.
I Baked ‘Fabulous Modern Cookies’ With My Mom—and She Approves
To try out the recipes in the new cookbook Fabulous Modern Cookies, I asked the baker I trust the most to join me in the kitchen.
Save Your Gear From the Elements With These Waterproof Bags
Matador’s Flatpak dry bags will protect your gear from rain, even when you least expect it.
‘Lemon Cake’ Is the Perfect Recipe for Casual Gamers
It’s a cozy, feel-good game on the Nintendo Switch for anyone looking to unwind during the holiday craze.
Yes, Android Phones Can Use Apple’s MagSafe Too. Here’s How
If you’ve got a high-end Samsung or Google Pixel phone, you can use magnetic cases to get in on the accessory fun.
Moog’s New Theramin Etherwave Still Makes Far-Out Sounds
This electromagnetic instrument is nearly a hundred years old but will still bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Cliffset’s Portable Silverware Set Has a Built-In Dishwasher
No one wants to eat off a dirty fork. Cliffset’s cleaning tool and solution keeps your cutlery dust- and crust-free.