Why does the government sell a $1K jar of peanut butter?

There’s a government warehouse that stores just about everything you could imagine — vitamins, “domestic sludge,” a standard bullet and even a jar of peanut butter that sells for about 200 times the going grocery store rate. It even maintains a cybersecurity database with all known software vulnerabilities. You’ll find all this at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. So, what is going on?

How your "digital twin" could save your life

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What if you could know how goods, exercises, or treatments impact you ahead of time? Soon, a personal digital model of your body could let you find out.

Easiest ways to find your lost remote

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You’ve wasted time searching under the sofa, the bed, and even the trashcan. Here’s how to ensure your remote is always easy to find.

How to find lost military records and medals

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Military awards are more than symbols; they carry the weight of history and personal sacrifice. But over time, they can get lost, stolen, or wear out. Here’s how to get replacements.

What really happens when you hit ‘I'm not a robot’

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You’re not just proving you’re human — you’re revealing your browser’s dirty secrets. We also talk to Jeff Johnson from The Trek Planner about using Google Earth to find ancient ruins. Plus, Gen Z brings parents to job interviews and human skills bots can’t replicate.

It's not the end for the landline

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Is it worth having one around? Let’s find out in my take on this.

5 signs a keylogger is on your phone

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Think your phone’s being watched? Here’s how to find out.

How to clean your filthy AirPods

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Do you know what you’re actually putting in your ears? Find out the dirty details in this short podcast.

Merry Christmas from the FCC

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Fed up with telemarketer calls? Find out about the FCC’s latest move to give your phone some peace! 

Kids find joy without phones

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What happens when you ban phones in the classroom? No surprises here: they’re happier. 

Clues your phone is tapped

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Feel like someone’s watching you? Here are a few helpful hints to find out if your suspicions are spot on.

Turn your car into your next side-hustle

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Is your car just sitting idle in your driveway? Find out why it should be your next income stream  — in 60 seconds

Is it time to let robots mow the lawn?

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Mowing the lawn is backbusting work. In 60 seconds, how to find the best bot to do it for you.

The secret map tracking where you go

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Did you know your phone keeps a log of everywhere you’ve been? Here’s how to find it, in one minute. 

How to find a long lost relative online

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Have you lost touch with family members? I have a few tips on how to find them again, in 60 seconds.

Know if someone blocked your calls

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Are your calls not going through? Maybe the person you’re calling blocked you. Use the tips in this one-minute podcast to find out.
 

Most useful YouTube keyboard shortcuts

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Want to save time when you look for videos to watch on YouTube? Listen now for a few easy tricks that will help you find the videos you want.

Find anyone's email address

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Ever want to email the head of a company or perhaps someone you just met? Just do this.