Category: Links

Illinois Woman Loses Entire $1 Million Life Savings in Devastating ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam – Shield and Fortify

Pictures and Videos of the Day – Ned Hardy

Dude, the Blackstone grill is a game-changer. It’s perfect for whipping up breakfast, smashburgers, fajitas—basically anything you’d usually do inside. It’s not a replacement for a regular grill, but it complements it really well. Plus, cleanup is stupid easy – Amazon

How a Cruise Ship Floats—In Terms Even a Toddler Could Understand – Thrillist

Are greedy companies to blame for grocery inflation? We looked at the data – NPR

What is the Shroud of Turin and why is there so much controversy around it? – The Conversation

The 3-step Harvard conversation trick that makes shy people more likable – Upworthy

10 Trips in the United States Everyone Should Add to Their Bucket List – Traveler

Inside Linkin Park’s Secret Comeback – Billboard

7 Times Celebrities Were Heroes In Real Life – Linkiest

Don’t Fall for the Fake Court Summons Scam – Shield and Fortify

Learn how to overcome anxiety, self-doubt & self-sabotage without needing to rely on motivation or willpower.In this book, you’ll discover the root cause of all psychological and emotional suffering – Amazon

Every Tim Burton Movie, Ranked – Vulture

The best one-season anime to watch in a weekend – Polygon

Cops lure pedophiles with AI pics of teen girl. Ethical triumph or new disaster? – ARS Technica

How to Help Kids Deal With Obsessive Thoughts – Greater Good

Greed, Gluttony and the Crackup of Red Lobster – NY Times

15 Fascinating Photos Collected From History – Ned Hardy

Your Social Media Is a Goldmine for Scammers—Here’s How to Shut Them Out – Shield and Fortify

For anyone experiencing difficulty falling asleep — or staying asleep, this machine is a great investment. It helps reduce outside distractions, mask “inside” distractions and It soothes you by tapping into a very ancient calming reflex that is related to the sound babies hear in the womb – Amazon

Still for Sale, 12 Years Later: Michael Jordan’s $15 Million Mansion – WSJ

18 Things My Now 80-Year-Old Dad Was Right About – Marc and Angel

Georgia high school shooting suspect’s father faces judge after murder charges – CBS

Leaked audio of what an ejection looks like in MLB – Reddit

Four Survival Myths That Could Get You Killed – Field and Stream

10 of the Most Valuable Cassette Tapes From the ‘80s and ‘90s – Mental Floss

How to Sabotage Your Life in 5 Easy Steps – Linkiest

That Chase “money glitch” hack was just fraud – VOX

Pro tip – get yourself a paring knife – It’s not something you’ll want to use to cut bones and tough items, but stuff like dicing, peeling and slicing is amazing – Amazon

5 money habits to teach kids before they leave home – Morning Star

5 Minutes of Mindfulness Brings Real Benefits, According to Science – Mindful

15 things most women don’t realize that men find attractive – Upworthy

Charted: The Average American’s Financial Portfolio by Account Type – Visual Capitalist

Guy takes cleaning ladies on a free trip to Disneyland for the day – Instagram

We’re Mostly Trying to Escape This Moment – Zen Habits

How To Confront A Friend About Worrisome Behavior – Fatherly

New AI model “learns” how to simulate Super Mario Bros. from video footage – ARS Technica

19 Photos That Will Remind You That Life Is Beautiful – Ned Hardy

Understanding Vishing: The Phone Scam Everyone Should Know About – Shield and Fortify

I was foolish once and thought every nail clipper was the same. Boy was I wrong when I clipped my nails with these for the first time. Night and day difference! – Amazon

Leaked Disney Data Reveals Financial and Strategy Secrets – WSJ

Oregon Reverses Course – State to Recriminalize Hard Drug Possession Amid New Law – WhatFinger

Smartphones Are the New Cigarettes – Technology Review

Linkin Park Selects Emily Armstrong From Rock Band Dead Sara as New Singer, Reveals Tour and Album ‘From Zero’ – Variety

Never Seek Or Accept A Counteroffer At Work. The Result Could Be Ugly – Business Insider

10 of the closest brushes with death that you’ve ever seen – Linkiest

The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: What’s a ‘Wojak’? – Life Hacker

Gotta Give Some Props To All The Folks Out There Putting In Work And Making That Healthy Transformation – Ned Hardy

If you have an air-fryer, you need to get this, it makes cleaning so much easier! – Amazon

A 27-year-old just became queen of New Zealand’s Maori – NPR

This is the Oldest House in France – Nerdable

Rich Homie Quan Dead at 34 – VICE

YubiKeys Are a Security Gold Standard—but They Can Be Cloned – Wired

Relatives Say Trouble at Home Drove Accused Georgia School Shooter – NY Times

They’re Breaking Every Retirement Rule to Be Off Now, Not Later – WSJ

A Few Memes For All The History Loving People Out There – Ned Hardy

If you have a large dog that pull and is hard to manage on walks, this gentle-leader is a total game changer – Amazon

How ‘Recovery Scams’ Target Victims Again – Shield and Fortify

How To (Re)Organize Your Kitchen, According to a Professional Organizer – Bon Appetit

The Most Famous Restaurant in Colorado Will Finally Take Reservations This Month – Thrillist

7 Most Notable Roman Emperors – Linkiest

Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn defends record amid Paris Olympics criticism – ESPN

Obsolete Jobs: Forgotten Occupations That No Longer Exist Today – Rare Historical Photos

Trivia Question of the Day – Ned Hardy

A dashcam is one of the best investment you can make. Should there be an accident, you’re instantly more credible than the other person – Amazon

23 Forgotten Superhero TV Shows – Den of Geek

Navy commander relieved of duty after photo showed him firing rifle with scope backward – NPR

How LA’s Illegal Short-Term Rentals Hide in Plain Sight on Booking Sites – Pro Publica

How Are Hit Songs Rediscovered Decades Later? A Statistical Analysis – Stat Significant

Ranked: The 10 Worst U.S. States to Retire In – Visual Capitalist

Could This Be the Start of Amazon’s Next Robot Revolution? – Wired

The 25 Best Restaurants in Austin Right Now – NY Times

The Hidden Dangers of Public Wi-Fi: What You Need to Know – Shield and Fortify

There Are Some Things You Just Can’t Argue With – Ned Hardy

This thing makes cleaning outdoor surfaces a breeze! Bird poop on the siding? Pressure wash. Garage doors grimey? Pressure wash. Deck is mossy? Pressure wash. Kids stroller/high chair/pretty much anything has food/poop/vomit on it? Pressure wash! – Amazon

How to Nap Like a Champ Without Ruining Your Sleep – CNET

Workers in Japan can’t quit their jobs. They hire resignation experts to help – Yahoo

No, Full-Body Scans Aren’t Harmless — And Aren’t Even Usually Helpful – Inverse

Brazil Supreme Court panel unanimously upholds judge’s decision to block X nationwide – AP News

Tragic Loss in University Community as Gymnast Kara Welsh is Killed in Apparent Homicide – WhatFinger

10 Little Things You Can Do Every Day That Will Make a Huge Difference In Your Life Long Term – Linkiest

Does Birth Order Determine Your Child’s Personality? – Parents

Tired in the Morning? Try These Three Things – Greater Good

Every kitchen needs this simple and effective solution to an annoying problem – Amazon

The Weirdest Lost Civilizations Throughout History – Malorie’s Adventure

The House From ‘Poltergeist’ Is On The Market For The First Time In 45 Years. Take A Look Inside – Zillow

Beware of Calls from 844-306-4159 – Shield and Fortify

The 100 Best TV Episodes of All Time – Rolling Stone

Why You Need F-You Money – JL Collins

Feeling Suddenly Older? Scientists See Aging ‘Waves’ at 44 and 60 – WSJ

Why are tiger parents willing to trade love for success? – Psyche

15 Fascinating Photos Collected From History – Ned Hardy

How To Spot A Pyramid Scheme Recruiter – Shield and Fortify

Guys, trust me—ditch the overpriced multi-blade razors and switch to a double-edged safety razor; the blades are dirt cheap, last for multiple shaves, and once you get the hang of it, you’ll never look back – Amazon

What a 28-Year-Old Trail Worker Eats on $36K in Jackson, Wyoming – Bon Appetit

Columbus Blue Jackets’ Johnny Gaudreau killed in NJ crash involving suspected drunk driver – Columbus Dispatch

Why Top Olympic Athletes Use Baking Soda to Boost Performance – Outside

How to Make Friends as an Adult—at Every Life Stage – TIME

The 1943 battle of Kursk: was it the biggest tank battle in history? – History Extra

“Exercise May Be the Single Most Potent Medical Intervention Ever Known” – The Ringer

5 Things Killing Your Sperm Count – Linkiest

For Two-Job Workers, There Aren’t Enough Hours in a Day to Stay Afloat – WSJ

If you’re looking for a beautifully designed kettle that’s smooth to pour, heats up fast, and offers customizable features like chime settings and a perfect flow rate for pour-overs, this is the one to get – Amazon

These are the worst U.S. states for workers, according to Oxfam – CBS

The Rise Of Stealth Wealth: Ways To Stay Invisible From Society If You Have Money – Financial Samurai

The Stress We Needlessly Bring Into Our Lives – Becoming Minimalist

A Professional Welder Rated The Welds on This $780 Million Cruise Ship – TikTok

Six Warning Signs That an HOA Is Poorly Run – Life Hacker

Ranked: The Countries With the Highest Wealth per Person – Visual Capitalist

How Many of These Iconic ’80s Summer Toys Do You Remember? – Screen Crush

A Few Photos To Help You Scratch That Nostalgic Itch – Ned Hardy

How Do People Get Tricked Into Thinking They’re Talking to a Celebrity? – Shield and Fortify

The Best Headphones At The $150 Price Point. The sound is quite good, they’re extremely comfortable and the build quality is excellent – Amazon

The new middle-class retirement plan: Working into old age – CBS

3 Features of the Personalities of Moral People – Psychology Today

Order of Operations in a Survival Situation – Outside Life

9 people have died in connection to the listeria outbreak among Boar’s Head products – NPR

‘Freakonomics’ study offers simple strategy for making tough decisions – Big Think

Marijuana Is Too Strong Now – The Atlantic

How RealPage transformed the apartment rental market – Axios

Take you steak to the next level with coffee rub! It makes a great crust/bark and really compliments the flavor of beef – Amazon

Fake tough guy blocked every punch with his face – Reddit

The Fantastic Four Set Leak Delivers First Look at The Thing Costume – Den of Geek

Telegram CEO charged with numerous crimes and is banned from leaving France – ARS Technica

A new poll reveals the worries of Gen Z kids — and how parents can support them – NPR

Waymo Is Picking Up at the Airport. That’s a Big Deal – Wired

He Raised Disney Park Prices—and Fans Still Love Him. Now He’s on the CEO Shortlist – WSJ

Tips For Surviving Sleep Deprivation With A Newborn Baby – Fatherly

The American Dream Feels Out of Reach for Most – WSJ

15 Fascinating Photos You Must See – Ned Hardy

Are Payday Loans a Scam? – Shield and Fortify

A paper shredder is worth every damn penny. Securely get rid of your sensitive mails and documents with a touch of a button – Amazon

Meet the ‘silver squatters’: Adults in their mid-50s who are woefully unprepared for retirement – Business Insider

Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars? – Consumer Reports

Beware of These Red Flags at a ‘Buy Here, Pay Here’ Car Dealership – Life Hacker

This is how you focus when everything feels like a distraction – Fast Co

Video Game Secrets That Went Undiscovered For Years – Den of Geek

Effective Ways to Handle a Defiant Child – Parents

These Photography Rules Leveled Up My Smartphone Photos – Make Use Of

An underrated often overlooked kitchen tool. They are really useful for zesting citrus, and grating garlic, ginger, and hard cheeses – Amazon

Boy accidentally smashes 3,500-year-old jar on museum visit – BBC

Why People Don’t Save Enough For Retirement – Wealth of Common Sense

Nvidia reports 122% revenue growth on surging demand for data center chips – CNBC

The rise and fall of OpenSea – The Verge

Generative AI Transformed English Homework. Math Is Next – Wired

The Fall and Rise of Nicolas Cage: A Statistical Analysis – Stat Significant

The 100 Greatest Kids Movies Of All Time, According To Movie Critic Dads – Fatherly

Beware of Robocall Loan Scams – Shield and Fortify

A million times better than any other cream or lotions. Your hands will transform from dry and cracked to almost complete relief in like 2-4 days – Amazon

How Often Should You Wash Your Sheets and Towels? – Real Simple

What’s wrong with saying ‘I hope you are well’ in work emails – Fast Co

The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: What Is ‘Black Myth: Wukong’? – Life Hacker

It’s somehow pumpkin spice season already. Why fall vibes are here earlier than ever – NPR

“A Disaster Waiting To Happen”: 5-Year-Old Breaks 3,500-Year-Old Jar At A Museum – Bored Panda

LOL: I resent my boomer parents for burning through my inheritance – Kidspot

NASA’s Starliner decision was the right one, but it’s a crushing blow for Boeing – ARS Technica

Whether you need a few night lights for your kids or you’re tired of stubbing your toe as you stumble around in the darkness. Plug one into any wall outlet and you’re done — it’ll automatically turn on in the dark and off again in the light – Amazon

Telegram Founder’s Arrest Part of Broad Investigation, French Prosecutors Say – NY Times

Get Your Son Out of His Bedroom – The Art of Manliness

Ranked: Revenue of Top Sports Teams in North America, by League – Visual Capitalist

How would we even know if AI went rogue? – VOX

Is Contentment an Underrated Goal in Life? – Greater Good

Taliban silence Afghan women entirely with new laws – DNYUZ

5 ways to help your kids be more successful than most—including one ‘many parents fail to teach,’ expert says – CNBC

8 great martial arts fights in movies – Linkiest

How to Recognize a Ponzi Scheme – Shield and Fortify

Whatever Happened to Susan Dey from ‘The Partridge Family’ – Ned Hardy

Ever cat owner needs this. It holds up to two weeks’ worth of litter. Simply scoop the dirty litter into the Genie’s bag-lined bin, pull a handle to drop the mess into a smell-proof section, and walk away – Amazon

What if You Only Invested at Market Peaks? – A Wealth Of Common Sense

Fed Chair Powell Declares ‘Time Has Come’ for Rate Cuts – The Guardian

How to protect yourself against solar scams – Canary Media

How résumés have shifted over the past 5 years – Fast Co

Confessions of a Theoretical Physicist – Nautilus

The Two Best Times of Year to Look for a New Job – Life Hacker

Here’s How Much Money Americans Think They Need To Be ‘Wealthy’ Today – Money

Gas prices are down. We could be headed for lows not seen since 2021 – NPR

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez’s 24-Bathroom Beverly Hills Mansion For Sale at $68M – Hollywood Reporter

To Be A Great Athlete Is Prohibitively Expensive For Most – Financial Samurai

Plus-Sized Influencer Reveals The Nasty Comments She Received After Posting Pictures of Her Muscular Husband – Ned Hardy

The 11 Most Important Questions to Ask Your Partner In a New Relationship – Knowledge For Men

It Sank in 15 Minutes. How Tragedy Struck Mike Lynch’s Yacht – WSJ

Five Ways Parents Can Help Kids Navigate Social Media – Greater Good

Porn-Inspired ‘Casting Couch’ Miniature Removed from Kentucky State Fair – VICE

10 Animals with Dominant Females – Listverse

12 Most Unbelievable True Stories in History We Couldn’t Make Up If We Tried – Weird History

How to Fall in Love With Boredom and Unlock Your Mental Toughness – James Clear