It’s not that kind of swingers party. How far would you go to get a good night’s rest? Would you take supplements, journal or do a fire-burning ritual? How about swinging from your neck in a public park? That’s precisely what some senior citizens in the northern Chinese city of Shenyang are doing — and … Read more
That’s how to make your foot fall asleep. Airplane passengers are constantly devising ways to make cramped coach seats more comfortable, from the controversial “seatbelt sleep method” to using a seat cloth to make a hands-free phone holder. However, one enterprising flyer has faced backlash after demonstrating how to make a makeshift hammock for her … Read more
Everyone wants to save a buck while flying, but one travel TikTokker’s “hack” for not paying luggage fees is being blasted as dangerous. Jason Steinberg posted the first video in his “unethical travel hacks” series, in which he teaches travelers to hide a second carry-on inside an airport to avoid paying a baggage fee. In … Read more
Although prices are way down for airfare this summer — there’s no harm in wanting to save an extra buck where you can. Founder of the Cheap Holiday Expert and podcast host, Chelsea Dickenson, recently shared on an episode of her pod, Passports Please!, that “skiplagging” is a travel hack that allows travelers to fly … Read more
With summer right around the corner, Gen Z vacationers have begun touting their travel tips. And among the top recommendations? “Buy now, pay later” services like Klarna, Afterpay and Affirm. Those tools have slowly expanded across different platforms, giving consumers the option to schedule out incremental payments for practically anything: sneakers, burritos — and now, … Read more
With fears of a pending economic upheaval looming, many people are figuring out hacks to cut back on everyday spending. And they may have nailed these. And while going to the salon to get your nails done is not a necessity, there’s also no need to completely cut out the “treat yourself” indulgence if you’re watching what … Read more
They feel like she can’t wok on water. TikTok is rife with questionable food content, from powdered yogurt to Sprite-soaked gummy bears. Now, one of the platform’s epicures has been figuratively pelted with vegetables for recommending that people fry their food with cucumber water in a video with 17 million views The German gourmand, who … Read more
A young couple recently revealed their secret to living rent-free for three months while traveling across Australia, and their little-known hack is going viral on TikTok. In the video, the woman, Esmae Lewis, explained how she and her boyfriend managed to avoid paying rent, bills, and even Wi-Fi and air conditioning costs during their travels. “We … Read more
No need to whine if you have leftover wine. Sommelier Warner Boin Dowlearn is going viral for her easy at-home hack that allows you to keep leftover wine tasting its best. The first winemaker she worked for taught her to pour it into a smaller, half-bottle and recork it, but since most people don’t have … Read more
If you’re diabetic or pre-diabetic, you know post-meal blood sugar spikes can wreak havoc on your health. There are many prescription drugs out there that can help you manage glucose levels, but a simple, non-pharmaceutical trick may also get the job done. And all you need is something that’s likely already hiding in your pantry. … Read more
Zoomers claim they’ve reinvented the “meal.” Gen Z has seemingly cornered the market on creating things that have already existed, from “girl dinners” to “silent walking.” Now, 20-somethings are being roasted online after espousing the health benefits of “water-based cooking” — with critics claiming that they’ve simply discovered “soup.” In a clip with more than … Read more
Everyone knows exercising is a mood-booster, but not only is it hard — it can also be expensive. Which is why it’s great that fresh research out of the UK suggests there’s a simple (and free!) way to give yourself an attitude adjustment — but there’s a bit of a catch. Fresh research out of … Read more
One woman revealed how she traded her small apartment for full-time life at ritzy hotels across the world for free. Elizabeth Shores ditched her Florida apartment for five-star resorts, eating chefs’ finest foods and enjoying the best views the world can offer — and is saving money living it up. So, how does one get … Read more
Shoe gotta be kidding, mom. Parents traveling with small children, especially at 30,000 feet in the air, may often find themselves in sticky situations. But this mother’s adhesive hack for keeping track of her baby’s footwear has frequent flyers flying off the handle. Mom Tsagana’s flight attendant-suggested hack for keeping tabs on kids’ shoes during flights … Read more
Traveling with your partner means one of you is always going to get the short end of the stick. That being, the dreaded middle seat. While one of you is having the time of their lives, either peering out at the clouds with their head resting on the window, or stretching out their legs and going … Read more
Bach to the future: Neuroscientist says a centuries-old classical tune could be the secret to crushing your to-do list. To instantly get in the zone, Friederike Fabritius, MS, author of “The Brain-Friendly Workplace,” swears by listening to “Goldberg Variations.” The hour-and-a-half-long 1741 classical piece by Johann Sebastian Bach has been her go-to concentration hack for … Read more
Sorry, Fido — this one’s not for you. The latest TikTok nutrition hack has been dubbed “human kibble” due to its rather striking resemblance to dog food. William Kim (@myfoodisme2) has had tongues — and tails — wagging since he posted his recipe, racking up 6.3 million views and plenty of opinions. The latest TikTok … Read more
Anyone who loves their Crocs knows that they can get more than a little dirty — the only con that comes with them being so versatile. However, one strategy for cleaning has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, and Crocs has set the record straight. “They’re actually spotless!” Aussie content creator Anthony Di Paolo has taken to Instagram showing how … Read more
A laundry hack being hailed as “genius” is doing the rounds of the internet, introducing people to a faster and more convenient way to dry their clothes. However, experts are warning anyone who tries it to be careful, as it may cause more problems than you’d expect. The laundry hack you never knew you needed Aussie TikTok user @keepingwithkirsty has … Read more
A mom has an unusual “hack” for getting her kids to stop whining. Chelsea Lensing, an economics professor and mother of two, has gone viral for what she calls a “crazy” parenting technique to silence the backseat chorus of “Mom, I’m bored!” or “Mom, I’m hungry!” Her solution? Turn the tables. “If you have little … Read more