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How We Found the Best and Worst States for Solar Accessibility
We scored each state based on its solar policy. Here is our evaluation criteria.
Best Fitness Apps for 2024
A round up of the best fitness apps to help you stay motivated all year.
4 Great Bread Slicers for Guaranteed Uniform Sandwiches
Slicing bread has never been easier. Get perfectly cut bread with the best bread slicers.
Samsung's New Galaxy Watch Ultra Hits Its Lowest Price Yet at Amazon
Enjoy one of the best Android smartwatches around with a $50 discount.
What to Do If You Think You Might Lose Your Job
If you're worried about layoffs in an uncertain economy, safeguard your money with this action plan.
Want to Check If Your VPN Is Working? Here’s How to Test It
Learn how to test your VPN, from checking for DNS leaks and WebRTC leaks to ensuring your VPN’s kill switch and split tunneling features are functioning correctly.
Rates Fall for Prospective Buyers: Mortgage Rates for Aug. 12, 2024
A couple of key mortgage rates are seeing dips. Here's what to know if you're in the market for a home loan.
Do Not Disturb vs. Silent Mode on iPhone: The Difference and When to Opt for Each Setting
Here's the best way to mute iPhone notifications.
How to Shoot Video and Play Music at the Same Time in the iOS 18 Beta
Make sure your iPhone doesn't cut your music off when shooting a video.
Apple Watch X Wish List: The Biggest Changes I Want to See
Commentary: Apple could push its smartwatch forward with more intelligent software and a fresh design.
Lower Refi Rates for Homeowners: Refinance Rates for Aug. 12, 2024
Several key refinance rates have moved down. Refinancing makes sense if you can get a lower interest rate on your home loan.
Nextdoor's Expanded AI Wants to Help You Sell Your Stuff Before Moving
Exclusive: It's the busiest time of the year for moving, and the neighborhood social media app is expanding its AI assistant to help you avoid moving headaches.
Change These 7 Settings Right After You Download iOS 18 on Your iPhone
The iOS 18 beta gives you a chance to experience the latest iPhone OS before it arrives to the general public, but where to start? Try configuring these settings first.
Best Prepaid Phone of 2024: Value Picks for Cheaper Plans
A cost-saving prepaid plan can be paired up with nearly any unlocked phone, and these devices offer a lot of value for the money.
Best CD Rates Today -- Banks Are Slashing CD Rates Ahead of Next Fed Meeting, Aug. 12, 2024
Rates are falling fast across CD terms. Here's where you can lock in a high APY before they fall further.
Best Savings Rates Today -- Jump on APYs as High as 5.35% While You Still Can, Aug. 12, 2024
The sooner you open a high-yield savings account, the more interest you stand to earn ahead of anticipated rate cuts.
Best Glucose Meter for Diabetes & Blood Sugar Monitoring
These glucose meters will help you keep track of your glucose levels from the comfort of your home.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 12, #1150
Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1150 for Aug. 12.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 12 #428
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 428, for Aug. 12
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 12, #162
Here are some hints, and the answers, for the Aug. 12 Strands puzzle, No. 162.