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- July 30
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- The top 3 cybersecurity risks posed by the Online Safety Act and age verification
- This mobility test takes just seconds — and it could predict how well you’ll age
- Ditch the crunches! A scientist says this is the only ab exercise you need
- New on Apple TV Plus in August 2025 — all the shows and movies to watch
- Students don't need a microwave anymore — just this compact air fryer that can be used in the smallest of spaces
- If you want to lose fat — I'm a personal trainer, and this is why body fat percentage and mass matter
- I put 5 of the best AI image generators to the test using NightCafe — this one took the top spot
- No time? No problem! These 3 walking workouts deliver results in under 15 minutes
- watchOS 26 hands-on: 5 cool new features to try on your Apple Watch right now
- July 29
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- Prime Video is a one-stop shop for the best video streaming subscriptions
- Suspect free VPNs rocket to the top of UK App Store in response to age verification laws – which ones are safe?
- Waking with a headache? You might be grinding your teeth in your sleep, says expert
- New study says this is the exercise you should do during pregnancy to boost energy and mood — and it's not jogging
- Going back to school? Here are 5 TVs I wish I had for my dorm room
- Hate sit-ups? Study shows this is the only activity you need to strengthen your core
- M5 iPad Pro: Everything we know so far
- NotebookLM is getting a big upgrade — here’s what you can do with video overviews and smart sharing
- Ditch the gym — this 5-move dumbbell workout sculpts stronger abs and arms in just 15 minutes
- July 28
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- Expert reveals the one bathroom item that will quickly drive ants away from your home
- I test Garmins for a living and I install this free ConnectIQ watch face on all of them
- I'm a personal trainer, and this coach's 4-way stretch could relieve your tight ankles and boost lower-body mobility
- I just discovered this simple hack to tell if you're brewing good espresso — and I wish I learned it sooner
- I recently got hacked — here’s 5 hidden Apple security features I wish I’d known about
- July 27
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- I gave the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid a second chance — and it smashed my expectations
- I tested Character AI by recreating my childhood imaginary friend — here’s what surprised me
- I replaced my laptop with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 — here’s what happened
- Samsung's vision for health is exactly what I needed after my heart attack
- 5 things we want to see from the AirPods Max 2
- I tested four AI-enabled home security cameras — but this is the one I'd actually buy
- I asked an expert why automatic espresso machines and manual espresso machines taste different — and I'm really surprised
- Forget push-ups — according to a scientist, these are the only two upper-body exercises you'll ever need
- How running for 75 minutes a week could help you live longer — and feel younger
- The smarter AI gets, the more human it becomes — here’s why that’s a bad thing
- July 26
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- I have scoliosis, and this heat and vibration pad helped relieve my back pain
- Has your computer been hacked? 11 ways to tell and what to do now
- Don't buy a budget espresso machine before checking for these 3 essential features — from an ex-barista
- Forget hour-long workouts — new study says this 5-minute routine improves your strength and mental health
- I just tried Perplexity's new Comet AI browser — and now I don't think I can go back to Chrome
- Experts urge homeowners to sprinkle mint in their yards this summer — here's why
- Not running or cycling — this 10-minute dumbbell workout builds strength and cardiovascular endurance
- I’m a gamer and TV reviewer — here are the 5 gaming TVs I’d buy in 2025
- "Don't ignore them" — common causes of night sweats and how to stop them, according to an expert
- I tested Call Screening on iOS 26 vs Android 16 — and there's a clear winner
- I've been teaching weightlifting for years — drop the weights and try the gymnastics plank to build stronger abs
- July 25
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- Ignore this TikTok trend doing the rounds again — these 3 hacks will actually help you fall asleep quickly
- This is the ideal bedsheet thread count to stay cool and avoid overheating while sleeping this summer
- OFCOM discourages VPN use to avoid age verification checks – but privacy advocates see no alternative
- Norton VPN's feature drive makes it a serious VPN option – and the ex-ExpressVPN Head of Product has now joined its ranks
- VPNs appear to get around the UK's age verification law – but are they necessary?
- I swear by this one garden plant that loves the heat, and I plant it year after year
- Hot vs cold: which is better for muscle recovery? New study says this is the answer
- ChatGPT's massive GPT-5 upgrade could be a lock for August — here's everything we know
- This one TV setting is ruining your Netflix shows — here's how to fix it now
- No, not crunches — trainer says these 5 bodyweight moves are the secret to building stronger abs
- I swapped my Apple Watch Series 10 for a Google Pixel Watch 3 — here’s what I liked and disliked
- iOS 26 public beta is here — 5 settings you need to change first
- I use Claude every day — this single prompt makes a huge difference
- Avoid this common decluttering hack — experts warn it's a 'recipe for overwhelm'
- I've been using the new Spotlight in macOS Tahoe 26 — and it's an absolute game-changer
- Expert mobility coach shares the 4 tricks he uses with his mom to boost longevity and reverse aging
- July 24
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- AI is straining the power grid — here’s how tech giants are getting creative
- I test audio gear for a living — 5 secret Spotify features everyone needs to know
- Your stiff shoulders could be holding you back — here's how to instantly relieve tightness in just 2 minutes
- How to create the best DIY iced coffee and save on coffee house prices
- I’ve been using the iOS 26 beta for more than a month and it made me rediscover these helpful gestures
- I just discovered the 'nesting method' hack to increase suitcase space — but there's a catch
- EVs are notoriously expensive, so I’m leasing one instead — here’s why it’s the smarter way to go
- ChatGPT with GPT 5 tipped for Sora 2 upgrade — here's everything we know
- Holy cow — this TV just became the first to hit 5,000 nits of brightness in our test lab
- I've run more than 1,700 miles this year — and these are the running shoes I’ve enjoyed most
- I test ChatGPT for a living — use this ‘3-word rule’ to get smarter answers
- I spent the last two weeks testing Alexa+ — here's 2 things that impressed me, and 1 that needs work
- July 23
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- I put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Galaxy Z Flip 6 through a 10-round photo shootout — here’s the winner
- Claude vs ChatGPT explained: What each AI does best — and how to choose the right one
- I test wireless earbuds for a living — here's my top picks for every budget
- Forget lifting heavy weights — beginners just need to focus on these 2 things to build strength and muscle
- I’m a TV reviewer — here are 5 amazing Mini-LED TV deals you don't want to miss
- Pest expert says you should use cinnamon in your home to deter flying ants — here’s why
- I use ChatGPT every day — here are 9 new prompts I can’t live without
- Forget the gym — you just need 6 minutes to strengthen your core with this Pilates abs workout
- July 22
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- 67% of us experience parasomnias — expert shares 5 most common types and why they happen
- Do ginger shots actually work? I took one every day for a week to find out
- I cleaned my house using only homemade cleaning products for a week — here's what happened
- I walked 4,000 steps with the Pixel Watch 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 — here's the winner
- Forget the AirPods Pro 2, these are the best audiophile earbuds under $200
- AI is powering fake Simpsons predictions — here’s how to spot the hoax
- Forget crunches — a Pilates instructor shares 9 exercises to target your deep core
- July 21
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- I test headphones for a living — here's why the AirPods Max have a permanent home on my desk
- Forget apple cider vinegar — I added grapefruit to my water every day to boost my metabolism, and here's what happened
- 4K at 240Hz is “no longer a future concept” — Lenovo exec says the future of gaming monitors is already shifting
- I swapped the StairMaster for hill running — here’s what it did for my mind and body
- According to research, this 4-minute chair yoga for beginners class can help rid neck pain, stiff shoulders and desk-related strain
- July 20
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- I tested this sub-$40 Bluetooth speaker that can do it all — it blasts my favorite tunes, clips on my bag, and even takes showers
- I used Google’s Veo 3 to create AI ASMR food videos
- I tested the Fujifilm X half for two weeks — and some might think this one feature is a gimmick but it’s my favorite
- I drank lemon balm tea every day for a week to see if it could reduce stress and aid digestion — here’s my verdict
- 12 signs your phone has been hacked — and what to do next
- Forget 10,000 steps — study suggests doing this to your daily walk could boost your physical health and help you lose fat
- I drove the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 EV for a week — and it’s the epitome of luxury driving
- Expert shares the surprising role cortisol plays in our sleep — and why it's just as important as melatonin
- Study reveals this type of exercise lowers your biological age by 9 years
- July 19
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- I was a bona fide member of the anti-ASMR club but then I tested these bizarre ASMR earbuds — here's what happened
- I got my first under-desk treadmill and I’m obsessed — here’s 5 things I learned
- Light sleep is just as important as deep — this sleep expert explains why
- Forget tight hips — try these 5 mobility moves to unlock stiff hips and build stronger glutes
- GPT-5 will be here soon — here's why I'll be using it over Claude, Gemini and Grok
- We benchmarked Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac M1 to M4 — the numbers don’t lie
- I’m a personal trainer — improve your squats and runs with this 5-move ankle mobility routine
- 90% of women who have sleep apnea don't know it — here’s what to look out for
- July 18
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- The rise of AI browsers is shaking up the web — here’s why it matters
- No, not kegels — this deep core routine will strengthen your abs and pelvic floor
- Gardeners urged to use garlic in their yards — experts share reasons why
- OpenAI's new ChatGPT agent is here — 5 features that change everything
- You've been prompting ChatGPT all wrong — 3 expert tips you need to know
- I've been testing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for a week — 7 things I like and 4 things I don't
- July 17
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- You only need 2 dumbbells and 6 moves to build full-body muscle and boost your metabolism
- Artificial Intelligence, real emotions — AI is more emotionally intelligent than humans, new study finds
- Ditch crunches — try these 5 kettlebell exercises instead to sculpt your abs, strengthen your core and improve balance
- When is flying ant day? Pest experts reveal what to expect
- I put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Razr Ultra (2025) through a 10-round photo shootout — here’s the winner
- Scammers said they kidnapped my husband — and faked his voice with AI. Here’s how to avoid getting fooled
- In your 50s? Physio shares expert tips for staying fit and healthy while protecting your joints
- July 16
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- I asked flight attendants how to fall asleep fast on planes and get over jet lag — here are their tips
- AI chatbots are changing how we access paywalled news — here’s how that affects you
- I walked 5,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 — there’s a clear winner
- Experts say this is what to do if you can’t sleep after a workout
- Study reveals ChatGPT and other AI systems lag behind humans in one essential skill — and it's entirely unique
- I tried this power walking method to boost my heart rate and reduce my stress levels — and I’m hooked
- July 15
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- Unless ChatGPT-5 gets these upgrades, I'm sticking with Claude — here's why
- These 'sneaky' caffeine sources might be why you can't fall asleep quickly — here's what to look for
- Exclusive: I tested the motorized Tech Deck Shred n’ Blast Sk8board — and it could be the toy of the year
- I tried these 5 ChatGPT prompts that can level up your hobbies — here's the results
- 7 most underrated apps to download to your 4K smart TV
- ChatGPT is changing the way we talk, text and write — new study reveals how
- I just tried the new Samsung DeX on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to replace my laptop — here's the good and the bad
- You don't need to lift heavy weights to strengthen and tone your core muscles, just try these 3 ab exercises
- July 14
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- Everything you need to know about napping — benefits, drawbacks and how to do it the right way
- This ChatGPT hack gives new grads an edge in the job hunt — here’s how
- Forget running and swimming — this chair workout boosts your metabolism and builds cardiovascular fitness
- I just tested the Eureka RapidWash wet and dry vacuum— here's how it did on my floors
- iPhone 17 Air — here’s what Apple could learn from Samsung’s thin phone releases
- Forget 10,000 steps — study reveals the real number of minimum daily steps you should take, according to your age
- July 13
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- Grok 4 just revealed a $300 a month plan — here's what it includes
- Experts share the three common heat-trapping mistakes that 'stifle air circulation' in your home
- These 7 ChatGPT prompts rewired how I think — now I use them every week
- Forget gym machines — study shows this type of exercise is the most effective at building strength, muscle and power
- I drove the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid for a week — here’s my pros and cons
- Over 60? Add these 5 anti-aging exercises to your routine to build muscle mass and increase bone density
- 5 plants that love the sun and will survive a heatwave
- Forget planks — this 12-minute dumbbell dead bug workout obliterated my ab muscles and helped sculpt and strengthen my core
- July 12
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- I made 3 apps in minutes with Claude and Gemini — but one had a secret trick up its sleeve
- Runners — I'm a personal trainer, and this is the muscle group you might not be strengthening (but need to)
- I tried this 3-move ab workout loved by Miranda Kerr and Candice Swanepoel for a month — here's what happened to my body
- I just tested the Galaxy Z Fold 7's new selfie camera vs. the Fold 6's under-display camera — and the results are drastically different
- I tried the viral ‘cool spoon’ trick to sleep better during a heatwave — here’s what happened
- I asked pest experts why mosquitoes always bite me — their answer surprised me
- Goodbye crunches and sit-ups — these 3 exercises target your 'deep core' muscles to strengthen your pelvic floor and stabilize your spine
- July 11
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- This is the best sleeping position to cool down quickly during a heatwave, says expert
- This ChatGPT side hustle only takes 15 minutes a day — but here’s the catch
- 'Murderbot' star David Dastmalchian talks about that season 1 twist and his hopes for season 2
- OpenAI’s new AI browser could rival Perplexity — here’s what I hope it gets right
- Less sit-ups, more compound exercises — this one exercise sculpts and strengthens your abs and obliques
- I interviewed the cast of 'Foundation' season 3 — here's my 10 biggest takeaways for the upcoming season
- July 10
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- Can't sleep in summer? These 5 causes of insomnia might be why, experts say
- 7 ways Galaxy Z Flip 7 beats Razr Ultra (2025)
- I turned a PDF into a video in under 5 minutes — here’s the AI tool that made it happen
- Are you ready for a gross gardening hack? Discover how taking a pee can power up your plants
- I tried the five most popular ChatGPT prompts of all time — these were the best ones
- July 9
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- This simple nighttime routine helps me fall asleep fast — even in a heatwave
- Want to get fitter and stronger? Researchers say workouts should match your personality type
- Google search results feel worse lately? Here’s why — and what you can do about it
- ‘Build resilience, not just strength’ — trainer shares expert advice for staying fit in your 40s
- Forget running — this 10-minute at-home cardio workout got my step count and heart rate soaring
- Forget ChatGPT — 4 reasons why you should try this chatbot you've (probably) never heard of
- July 8
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- Using aluminum foil to beat the heat? Don't make these 3 common mistakes
- I teach weightlifting for a living — this is the 5-move mobility routine I teach for unlocking tight hips at any age
- Claude is missing this one key feature — but that might be a good thing
- Drop the dumbbells! This full-body strength workout will help you build muscle in 20 minutes — all you need is your bodyweight
- 5 hidden ChatGPT tricks most people don’t use — but they’re actually game changers
- July 7
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- Print like a pro: Canon’s 2025 printer lineup is tailored to meet the needs of every craft
- Reddit swears by these hacks to sleep in the heat — but which ones actually work?
- This tiny speaker can screw onto any regular-sized bottle — and I can guarantee you’ve never seen anything like it before
- Doctor-approved — this one stretch saved my tired, achy hips
- Is NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro worth it?
- I tried 3 AI-powered scam detectors to help keep me safe online — and there's a clear winner
- I’ve started using ChatGPT’s incognito mode every time — here's 4 reasons why and how to do it
- This ChatGPT prompt changed how I work — and I use it every Monday morning
- I test cooling fans for a living — here's the 3 to look out for this Prime Day
- A psychiatrist says this one thing about your heart rate could be the secret to living longer — and it might trump your step count
- July 6
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- Forget walking workouts — I tried side-stepping for a week, and it strengthened my glutes and improved my balance
- Still shopping blind on Amazon? This ChatGPT trick helps me avoid bad buys — and it works every time
- Why a VPN is essential for summer travel
- Over 60? This 30-minute standing wall Pilates workout will boost your full-body strength, balance, and coordination
- Your old accounts are an online gold mine for cybercriminals — what you need do right now to stay safe
- ChatGPT has secret codes — these are the four you need to use
- Deter wasps naturally — this fragrant plant is my secret weapon for keeping pests away from my yard
- I spent a day in LG's Smart Cottage — is this the future of smart homes?
- 'You can't tone muscle you haven't built' — I'm a personal trainer, and here's why I choose weightlifting before Pilates
- 'I've played a lot of untrustworthy and villainous characters': Ben Barnes on breaking his villain streak in 'The Institute'
- July 5
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- 9 low-maintenance yard plants that are impossible to kill
- GPT-5 will be here any minute — here's what we're hoping to see
- Pest experts warn you should never squash spiders in your home — here’s why
- I tried this ‘tiny weights big burn’ 30-minute workout to sculpt strong arms — and I’m hooked
- Is upgrading your NordVPN plan worth it?
- 8 things that happen to your body when you don't get enough sleep
- Beat the heat: Experts recommend this simple home hack that 'pushes warm air out and pulls cool air in'
- Tight hips? This 15-minute yoga flow features deep hip openers to reduce stiffness and boost flexibility
- July 4
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- How to sleep during the 4th of July fireworks — expert shares top tips for adults, children and pets
- This $12.99/month hack gives you access to Google’s Veo 3 AI video tool — here’s how
- I used NordVPN to unlock global Netflix libraries, and all I got was this Amazon gift card
- 5 household items that are causing fruit flies to invade your home — and how to get rid of them
- Forget swimming and yoga — according to research, this type of exercise adds years to your life
- Only 15 minutes — challenge your core from every angle with this abs bodyweight workout
- This SteelSeries headset might be the perfect, cutesy set of cans for cozy gamers on TikTok — here’s why
- OpenAI has started a new podcast — 6 things it reveals about ChatGPT's future
- I teach weightlifting for a living — 3 kettlebell moves to unlock strength, power and muscle endurance for beginners
- July 3
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- I review TVs for a living — here’s why I don’t let my daughter watch any of them
- I went hands-on with LG's coffee-making robot — here's what happened
- I used ChatGPT to try and solve ancient mysteries — here's how you can too
- Forget running or 'Jeffing' — neuroscientist says this is the secret to longevity and hitting 150 minutes of cardio per week
- Ditch sit-ups! This 10-minute dumbbell workout builds a rock-solid core and perfects your posture
- This viral ChatGPT prompt can teach you anything — and I’m officially hooked
- July 2
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- No, not mouth tape — experts share 5 safe ways to stop mouth breathing at night
- Experts warn Q-Day may arrive in less than 2 years – but how vulnerable is our data?
- My toddler will only wear these shoes — and here’s why a podiatrist agrees with him
- Strava and Runna launch joint subscription — here’s what you need to know
- Celebrities are eating sea moss to boost their health and prevent aging — I tried a tablespoon every day, and this is what happened to my body
- Build a stronger back and bigger biceps with this 20-minute dumbbell workout — no pull-ups needed
- I use Gemini Live every day — here's the 7 craziest things I've found it can do for you
- 11 top summer vegetables to grow in July — there’s still time to enjoy a homegrown crop
- I'm a marathon runner and this 15-minute Pilates workout is a game-changer for glute strength
- LG QNEDs vs OLEDs: What do you get when you pay more?
- I’ve tested ChatGPT for everything — and it still fails at this
- New study reveals that the size of this finger can give you an athletic edge
- July 1
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- PS5 Pro is getting a big upgrade in 2026 — I asked Mark Cerny what’s coming, and why AMD’s future PC GPUs feel more 'PlayStation' than ever
- Trump HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker — here's the problem with that
- These 7 AI prompts will instantly boost your results — here’s how
- Garden experts share the best time to water your lawn — and I've been getting it all wrong
- Sitting all day? Scientists reveal the exact amount of exercise you need to undo the damage
- Forget running and swimming — study finds this sport adds 10 years to your life
- I’ve been doing this 7-minute Pilates routine for tight hips at the end of the day — and I'm hooked
