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  • This Is How Much Online ‘Stalking’ You Should Do Before a Date

    This Is How Much Online ‘Stalking’ You Should Do Before a Date

    Part of the reason that Hinge is my favourite dating app is the ability for people to really show some of their personality in their profile prompts. In addition to basic safety and vibe concerns, it’s useful to have a jumping off point for small talk about each other’s interests. Similarly, I’ve argued before why…


  • Why You Shouldn’t Speak When You Get a Robocall

    Why You Shouldn’t Speak When You Get a Robocall

    Being asked “can you hear me?” by a caller might seem innocent enough, but even a one-word answer of “yes” could put you at risk of a scam. In rare cases, phone scammers can record your voice with the intent to impersonate you in order to make fraudulent purchases, but it’s more likely they’re simply…


  • How to Remove Security Tags From Clothes

    How to Remove Security Tags From Clothes

    As an anti-theft measure, clothing stores affix certain items with security tags that will set off an alarm should you attempt to leave with the tag still on the garment. Some tags will also ruin a garment by spilling ink from the tag if you try to remove it yourself. This usually isn’t a problem,…