Cut avocados can turn brown quickly due to oxidation, but placing them in an airtight container with a slice of onion can slow that process down significantly. The sulfur compounds in the onion help preserve the avocado’s freshness.

I discovered this by accident about 10 years ago. I had made a couple of separate late payments to a utility company, but the company had incorrectly reported 5 simultaneous months of late payments to Experian (anything over 3 months of late payments is REALLY bad for your credit).

The company had recently gone into administration so I was worried it wouldn’t be amended after I raised the dispute.

Instead, just over a month later I received an email from Experian to say that as the company hadn’t responded, they were removing the entire account from my credit report.

My credit rating went up by about 160 points instantly.

You never know if or when you might lose access to it. Be it voluntarily or if you get down on your luck and can't afford to pay the bill. They don't let you keep the email when you're no longer a customer and it's a pain to change accounts over in some cases.

A r/MildlyBadDrivers post reminded me of this fact. I was a speedster in my teens and have taken 2-3 of these classes. They really have paid off over time because of all the accidents I've avoided in the last ~20 years. Not only the benefit of my physical safety and of others, the damages saved to vehicles, but also lower premiums! It's a win in a lot of ways

There are some state laws that require discounts be offered. I just thought, after posting, that insurance companies probably offer discounts regardless of what is mandated. Definitely look into it

After extensive research, I found a better solution than bending door hinge pins to stop doors from swinging closed automatically unwanted. By adding furniture felt pads to the bottom of doors, you can create just enough friction to stop them from swinging closed. This method is much easier and less damaging than bending hinge pins, which often yields inconsistent results.

Hope this helps anyone facing the same issue!

If you have an old phone in case of emergency, make sure WhatsApp is installed and your authenticator app is synced and up to date. This will let you get into accounts you have set up 2fa on.

My screen cracked last week and stopped turning on. I grabbed an old phone i had for backup, Google services had been logged out so no apps could update. I needed my authenticator to log in but it was not synced with all of the accounts ive added over the years. Since I have 2fa on everything I couldn't log into anything rendering my backup phone useless.

Obviously, the employer is trying to see how much they can lowball you by asking your current salary. By giving this answer you're not lying about your total compensation.

Sale season is coming up. I remember how I used to react to big discount tags - it led to impulsive purchases. But now there are free websites where you can check the price history for items you want. Just search "amazon price history", "aliexpress price history" etc., on Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, ... and look at the price chart. You’ll quickly see if the discount is real, the best price to buy at, and during which sale the price could be lower. Be smart and save your money!

Political organizers, canvassers, and fundraisers are trained to disregard "no soliciting" signs, however we mark "no trespassing" signs in a way that removes the address from our canvassing lists.

It can be anything from the meaning of flowers, or languages, animals or computers. It takes more focus than the same routine and gives your brain a sense of novelty.

I split up our clothing between myself and my husband and our kid’s luggage so in case one gets lost, we at least have access to a few items in the other bag for whoever was lost. And travel on the plane with your medications/other must have items is my other tip!

Me and my friend are both 14 and he just lost his mom a few days back. I got to know half an hour ago and planning to go to his house tomorrow. He's in denial and is going with his regular routine, playing basketball and whatnot. We're really close so im surprised he didnt tell me. How can I help him?

I’m going back to college and happened to see a promo for a streaming service that was DEEPLY discounted with a valid student ID and it got me thinking, what else can I save on?!

Whatever your political leanings, do yourself a favor and start taking note of where things stand at regular intervals. Maybe pick five indicators, like Unemployment, the Dow, GDP, Homelessness...whatever you like. Write them down on your calendar and check them every six months. In four years, you'll know whether the next president did his or her job relative to those who preceded him/her, and whether you wish to support his/her party again in 2028.

As the title says, I am a 19m who plays quite a few tabletop war games. In the course of these games I’ve noticed/ been told two things, I tend to get unreasonably upset at losses without expressing it, and I can get overexcited and rub my wins in opponents faces without noticing. I’m working on it but I struggle with control and it’s tough for me to tell when I am being a bad sport.

Examples

I was playing a skirmish game and managed to defeat my opponent on the second round, at the time I was being a not being a great sport, but didn’t notice cause I was just really excited, it didn’t discourage my opponent but the staff of my LGS let me know about it and I apologized

I was playing a different cat themed game where I was collecting currency to upgrade my cars, and in the last round I was kind of targeted but not really and lost all the points I had, and got unreasonably angry

You can get a basic one online for about $10 but there are much more advanced ones. You can get one that will send an alert to your phone. There are also ones that will shut your water off when it detects a leak. It's one of those, "and ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure," situations.

Uninstall social media apps temporarily around election time to reduce exposure to stress-inducing news cycles and misinformation. This break can help you stay focused and maintain a balanced perspective. Try it for a few days and notice the difference in your mood and focus.

The 24-hour news cycle can be a significant source of stress because it constantly bombards us with updates, often highlighting negative or sensational stories to capture attention. This perpetual flow of information leaves little time to process events before a new one takes its place, leading to a sense of overwhelm. Additionally, repetitive coverage and dramatic reporting can make problems seem more widespread or urgent than they actually are, intensifying feelings of anxiety and helplessness. With no real "off" switch, the cycle can create a loop where people feel compelled to stay updated but end up emotionally drained, impacting sleep, focus, and overall well-being.

Any tips on keeping the dust ruffle on a bed from shifting to one side?

Hi there,

My wife's got like 50+ glasses and vases of different sizes, and some have candle wax inside of them, from the candles that burnt in. We're looking for advice on how best to wash them, ideally in bulk and not one by one :)

Thanks all, happy Friday

Unfortunately many homes in USA still have lead service lines bringing water from the mains to the house. Children are particularly at risk.

An estimated 9.2 million lead service lines (LSLs) serve water to properties in communities across the United States

Look up your area at https://leadoutmap.org/map/

Use a certified water filter to remove toxins. And flush the pipes by running the water before use.

Ref: https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/lead-service-lines

As a new homeowner, I wish I had some of these skills already developed. I’d even go as far as taking classes now to learn these skills. Knowing how to do landscaping and certain work around the house would have legitimately saved me 10’s of thousands in the past 15 months.

Might be a bit late since summer is over, but if you're hanging out outside and wasps are bothering you put some coffee grounds on a plate and light them so they start smoldering and smoking; wasps will stay away untill the grounds are spent

It can be as simple as trying a new recipe, taking a walk without your phone, or even complimenting someone genuinely. These mini-goals are quick and often bring small but meaningful boosts to your day. Plus, they help you stay connected with things that bring you joy outside of the usual routines.

Ever felt awkward correcting someone? Let's face it, no one likes being told they're wrong. Here's a simple trick to make it less painful:

Instead of: "You forgot to..." Try: "Hey, I think the [thing] might be missing. Could you double-check?"

This way, you're pointing out the issue without sounding accusatory. It's a small change, but it can make a big difference.

For example:

• Instead of: "You forgot to attach the file."
• Try: "It seems the attachment didn't come through. Could you please resend it?"

FYI: amazon seems to have enabled a skill that shows ambient ads: JHCP Prod skill

TLDR; check your alexa skills and see if there is one that mentions ambient ads. you prob never added it. disable/delete the JHCP Prod skill and home screen ads will be gone!!

so i have had echo devices since they launched. the last six months i have noticed more and more ads on my home screen. ive done all of the tricks to limit/eliminate them but the last month or so have gotten even more frequent.

today i decided i was done with alexa in my smart home and started removing my integrations from the Alexa app.

LO AND BEHOLD, i found a skill i had never added, jhcp prod, check skill description and it says it is “an ambient advertising app that shows ads on the homescreen”.

i disable said skill. check my three echoes. i now have ZERO sponsored ads or amazon product ads.

i an to write an article tomorrow and hope google / duckduckgo indexes it!!

Fire crew manager Chucks Abili, who was at the scene, said that fires caused by intense sunlight "are not as rare as you would think and this incident shows that fires can happen in anyone's home".

"Particularly at this time of year, the sun is low in the sky so the concentrated rays can set light to nearby items," he said. "We've seen fires caused by glass doorknobs, jars and bottles on windowsills, and hanging crystals.

"Our advice is to always keep crystals, glass objects and mirrors away from windowsills and out of direct sunlight.”

Source: https://news.sky.com/story/dame-joan-collins-escapes-terrifying-fire-at-london-flat-11693927

As a 23-year-old who travels a lot for work, I found a small but effective way to keep my connections strong. I send my friends or family a quick photo of something cool or random I see during my day—whether it’s a cute café, my outfit, or even the weird hotel art. It sparks a little conversation and makes them feel like they’re with me

If you’re like me and you mindlessly reach for your phone when you have a slow or idle moment while waiting for the elevator, coffee shop, or anything really then simply keep your phone in a different pocket. When I reach down and surprisingly grab my wallet instead of my phone it forces me to think if I really need my phone in that moment or if I’m just idle scrolling. It’s allows for some mindfulness as well if you’re into that kind of thing. Hope this helps someone.