explainers
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How Presidential Pardons Work
President Obama gave out dozens of pardons yesterday, and commuted the sentences of over 200 people – including military whistleblower Chelsea Manning. Here are the differences between presidential pardons and commutations, as well as how the process unfolds.
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How Computer Screen Privacy Filters Work
Screen privacy filters are an easy way to keep snooping eyes from seeing what’s on your laptop monitor. If you’ve ever wondered how they work, this video reveals all.
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How Index Funds Make Investing Easier And Less Scary
Once I finally paid off my debt and generally got my financial life in order, I was ready to start investing. Everything I read told me to check out index funds, so I did. Sure enough, they’re pretty awesome tool with a handful of advantages for new and seasoned investors.
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Why It’s OK To Pull The Handbrake Without Pushing The Button
It turns out that, despite the noise, it’s perfectly fine to yank up on your handbrake without pushing the button. Here’s why.