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Have You Ever Edited Wikipedia?

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Skyrim For $7.50 Highlights Steam Thanksgiving Sale

Happy Thanksgiving! Skyrim is $7.50 on PC today. Sleeping Dogs is $5. So is Rogue Legacy.

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2013 Deadspin Hall Of Fame Nominee: "Go Fuck Yourself"

The Donald reached out to us last winter, thinking he was being gracious. Fuck him. Here's an illustration of Donald Trump with a dick for a nose.

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10 Common Food Storage Mistakes You May Be Making

Stepcase Lifehack 10 Common Food Storage Mistakes You May Be Making

Millions of pounds of food go to waste every year, and in an era of produce shortages and rising food costs, this is something we should all strive to avoid as much as possible. In addition to not buying more food than you're certain to use within a week, you can try to store certain items for later use, either by freezing them or packaging them safely. Unfortunately, many people make mistakes when it comes to food storage, and those errors can lead to some rather nasty health issues, in addition to wasted groceries. Here are a few of the more common mistakes that people make when it comes to putting food away:

Storing Onions with Potatoes

Some people may think that the taboo about storing onions with potatoes is an old wives' tale, but it has actually been proven that keeping these two veggies in close proximity will result in a whole lot of mankiness. Store your potatoes in a cool, dark, dry place, and keep your onions far away, also in a cool, dry place, but one that gets plenty of air circulation. I always refrigerate mine, but that's your call.

Keeping Leafy Greens in Plastic Bags

If you've ever bought lettuce and left it in its plastic bag, you've probably noticed that it got all wet and slimy. This is because plastic doesn't allow air to circulate around the leaves, which accelerates the growth of mold and bacteria, so it rots more quickly. Either store your lettuce in perforated plastic bags, or wash it, dry it out as much as possible in a salad spinner, then layer it with sheets of paper towel and keep it in a large bowl in the fridge.

Refrigerating Berries Without Rinsing in Vinegar First

As scrumptious as they are, berries tend to be little cesspits of bacteria and mold, and it's not uncommon for a package of raspberries or blueberries to get fuzzy and gross overnight. When you buy a box of berries, rinse them thoroughly in a 3:1 water:vinegar solution, dry them off well, and then refrigerate them in a perforated container.

Not Labeling Frozen Foods

Have you ever tried to analyze some random frozen food item in an attempt to sort out what the hell it is? This is what happens when you don't label things before you freeze them: you will not remember what they are a few months down the road, and you'll play a risky guessing game in an attempt to sort them out. Whenever you freeze something, label it with the contents and the date that you froze it. As you add more items to the freezer, pull older items forward so you'll use them up first.

Not Labeling Home-Canned Items

The rules for frozen foods also apply to home-canned goods: label everything with the contents and the date canned. Sure, most canned goods remain in edible condition for quite a while, but it really is best to use them within a year.

Not Rotating Canned Goods

You may have heard canned goods referred to as "non-perishable food items", but that just means that they won't rot without refrigeration. They won't remain fresh and edible forever. If the canned goods you've bought don't have expiration dates that are easily visible, grab a Sharpie marker and write the date of purchase on the can's lid. As you purchase more canned goods, pull the older ones forward so they'll be eaten first.

Keeping Dry Goods in Original Packaging

Mice, meal worms, and mustiness: these three Ms are the main causes of in-edibility when it comes to dry goods, and all can be avoided by repackaging those foods in airtight glass containers. Skip the Rubbermaid containers, because mice can chew right through them. Your best bet is to store dry cereals, grains, pasta, and flours in glass Mason jars, or any other glass jar that you've cleaned thoroughly after using the contents. Pasta sauce and pickle jars are ideal, though jam jars are also great for smaller quantities.

Storing Dry Goods in Damp Spaces

You can add mold as a fourth M to the list above if you plan to store dry goods in spaces that are exposed to a fair bit of moisture. Never keep dry pasta or cereal in the cupboards above (or near) the stove, as any moisture that evaporates from kettles or pots will be absorbed into the food.

Keeping Dented Cans

When a can is dented, there's a greater chance that tiny cracks have formed along the dent, which can lead to spoilage (mmm botulism!) inside it. It's better to ditch them than risk hospitalization.

Leaving Hot Food on Counters Before Refrigerating It

If you've ever been told that you should allow food to cool down before refrigerating it, you probably received that advice from someone who grew up with an icebox, or an early model of fridge. Modern refrigerators are more than capable of cooling warm food quickly; it's what they're for.

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Yikes, David Price

Everyone thats traveling for thanksgiving please be careful! Driving conditions will be rough with these storms! Ladies..let ur man drive!

— David Price (@DAVIDprice14) November 26, 2013

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Go Popcorn Opens In Philly

Popcorn. It’s salty, crunchy, and (depending on the amount of butter tossed into it) has some nutritional street cred from its status as a whole grain. The holy popcorn trinity is caramel, cheddar, and movie theatre “butter.” Maybe there’s room for sweet, yet salty, kettle corn in the mix, but that’s about as far as…

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If you subscribe to Showtime on Comcast Cable, starting today you can watch unlimited on-demand cont

If you subscribe to Showtime on Comcast Cable, starting today you can watch unlimited on-demand content (and even some live stuff) for free, anywhere, on your mobile device. All you need is the Android or iOS app.

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Paper airplanes finally get the smartphone remote control they deserve

Thank you, PowerUp. Apparently the last time we had the opportunity to write about paper airplanes was back in 2011, when a Seattle doctor built a tiny one using a da Vinci surgical robot. This time out, it's a Kickstarter project that brings smartphone control to the notoriously staid word of paper airplanes. The gadget's setup is pretty simple, all said. At the front is a Bluetooth module and battery, while the back contains the propeller and rudder. Build a paper airplane, attach the PowerUp up and boom, you've got RC aircraft you can control with your smartphone. Creator Shai Goitein has taken the project to Kickstarter in an attempt to score $50,000 in funding. A pledge of $30 will get one of these little fliers in your hands, come May of next year. That's plenty of time to practice your folding skills.

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It's easy to cross the line with Skyrim mods; once you've installed a few, there's no going back.

It's easy to cross the line with Skyrim mods; once you've installed a few, there's no going back. Eventually, you might end up with a setup like this, breaking the game's lore and theme as badly as possible. Even Sven, one of the NPC followers, realizes that something's not right.

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Philadelphia becomes first city to ban 3D-printed guns

The bill, a legislative aide told Philly Mag, is "pre-emptive" and not based on any specific threat City Council caught wind of.



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Finally, A "Keys To The Game" Segment That Makes Sense

Deadspin Finally, A "Keys To The Game" Segment That Makes Sense

I mean, he's not wrong.

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Outkast To Reunite In 2014

Stereogum Outkast To Reunite In 2014

Earlier today, Tom speculated that Outkast might reunite for Coachella next year, and now, we get confirmation that they'll do just that … and more. Yep, Revolt TV has confirmed the greatest musical duo of all time (arguably, that is — I'm still not sure if we're counting Steely Dan here) are reuniting for a 2014 tour. Say it with me: OUTKAST are reuniting. Outkast ARE reuniting. Outkast are REUNITING. Crazy. Does that mean new music to follow? No idea, but I'd be inclined to guess yes. No tour dates yet, either. For now, all we've got is the supremely excellent news of an Outkast reunion.

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10 Old Sprint Phones Can Now Get Totally Free Voice, Texts, and Data

FreedomPop's crazy free voice, text, and data plan is awesome, but the one catch was that you had to buy in with a (sort of meh) $100 phone. Not anymore. If you have an old Sprint phone laying around, you might be able to get on the FreedomPop train without spending one single cent.

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"The Flash" Gets Standalone Pilot, No Backdoor In "Arrow"

The CW has opted to produce a standalone pilot for "The Flash" as opposed to a backdoor pilot in "Arrow" later this season.



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Foraged Flavor: All About Shagbark Hickory Bark

Last month we gathered shagbark hickory nuts, and now it's time to see what we can do with the bark of the same tree. (Hint: it involves ice cream.)



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Livestream Of BatKid Saving San Francisco Right Now

This is the Livestream of BatKid saving San Francisco. It is probably the most important thing you will watch all day. I just saw him have a burger for lunch, now he's headed to Macy's to do something. Probably to kick some villain ass, but maybe to do some pant shopping. Hit the jump for the livestream, worthwhile photo documentation of the day so far HERE.



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Avoid Airport Pickup Hassles by Taking a Shuttle to a Nearby Hotel

Airport pickups can take a long time because the person getting off the plane has to make it outside at almost the exact same time as the person picking them up arrives at the airport. Redditor Mm2k offers a very simple solution: take a shuttle to a nearby hotel.

When arriving in a city and you are being picked up, take a free shuttle to a nearby hotel and be picked up there. If the person picking you up is early they can park easily and wait in the hotel bar. If the passenger gets there first, they can also relax with a drink. No rushing and circling the airport.

While this obviously can take a little longer but provides less hassle for both parties. When it comes to my personal airport pickups, however, I think it'd actually save me time. Some people know how to handle pickups well and others don't, so if your friends and family don't do a great job you ought to give this a try. Alternatively, some airports have other areas that have low traffic. You can send the person arriving to those areas instead and wait for them without the traffic cops forcing you to leave.

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yonilotan:

MISSED CONNECTIONS: you were the guy in the brown hat reading. I was the goose.

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Google Play Music Lands on iOS with Cloud Backup and Streaming Options

iOS: Google finally launched the iOS version its Play Music app today. The app includes support for playing your entire music library, as well as any songs from Google's library if you have the All Access subscription. The catch: you can't buy music directly from the app.

While it's a bit of a bummer, you're still able to buy individual tracks online and stream or download them to your iOS device once they're added to your library. It's a nuisance, but you at least have access to all of the tracks you would on any other platform. The app also lacks the "I'm feeling lucky" radio station, but otherwise has near feature-parity with the Android version. It even includes support for streaming to a Chromecast unit.

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Google Play Music comes to iOS with a free month of All Access

We knew it was coming, but now it's finally here. Google has finally released its long-awaited Play Music app for iPhone, exactly six months after it was announced for Android and the desktop. Like its counterparts, the new iOS app offers free access to 20,000 of your uploaded tracks, letting you create playlists and also share songs with friends. However, you might be tempted to grab a free month's trial for its All Access streaming service (normally $9.99 a month), which gives you access to over 20 million tracks, lets you create your own radio stations and discover new music using its smart recommendation features. 9to5mac reports that Google is working to deliver an iPad version of the Play Music app and aims to bring its "I'm feeling lucky" feature and improved playback features in the near future.

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A 3-Step Alternative to a Machine-Like Workday

Humans are not machines. This is stating the obvious, but the obvious hasn't seemed to sink in. We organize our work days as if we were machines, never turning off even when we get home. These work habits are erroneous, unhelpful, and unhealthy.

This post originally appeared on the iDoneThis blog .

When the Huffington Post polled 1,000 people on their work habits and routines, the results show just how far we've tilted the scales to a machine-like existence:

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• 60% take 20 minutes or less for lunch.


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• 25% never leave their desk.


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• 66% fail to take their allotted vacation


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• 25% leave at least a week's worth of vacation unused each year


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And to top it all off, 33% spend less than half an hour a day completely disconnected from email. This isn't a sustainable work style.

What's more, we treat multitasking as an essential technique to getting more done in less time when, in fact, multitasking may be hurting more than it's helping. Numerous research studies have concluded that multitasking as we know it is a myth. The brain can't do more than one thing at once. Reading while watching TV? Can't do both properly.

Instead, your brain actually performs high-speed switching of one action to another. Eventually this constant switching begins to wear on productivity. The more you multitask, the less you're able to filter information, sort tasks, and remember. According to Stanford research Clifford Nass: "Multitaskers are terrible at every aspect of multitasking."

The obvious problem with that: Multitasking doesn't work. Instead of a rhythmic focus on important tasks, we flit from one thing to the next and load too much onto our plate. This harmful combination of machine-like productivity as an ideal, multitasking, information overload, and constant connectivity actually prevents you from getting the most out of your day.

A Three-Step Alternative to a Machine-Like Workday

Humans thrive on rhythms and cycles. We should find a natural rhythm that guides our day, shifting between intense activity and restful recovery. Combining these three techniques provide a formula for meaningful productivity and well-being:

1. Follow your instinctual rhythms with pulsing.



2. Limit distraction by grouping your tasks with batching.



3. Seek rhythm, not random, with slow web.

1. Follow Your Instinctual Rhythms

Circadian rhythms—the 24-hour cycles the body uses to sync with day and night—are notable for their association with sleep and rest, but it is ultradian rhythms that are key to work efficiency.

Ultradian rhythms refer to the body's natural cycles that occur multiple times within a 24-hour timeframe. Ultradian rhythms include everything from blood circulation, blinking, pulse, heart rate, bathroom breaks, and appetite. They also govern our mental capacity to work. You can only focus on a task for 90 to 120 minutes. After this, you needs a 20- to 30-minute break to recoup its productive brainpower.

Think about that. When you've been cramming on a project all morning and can't seem to find your focus or your energy, check your rhythms. You're probably spent for very good reason—you're out of sync with your mind cycle, and you need a break. You may even notice the biological signs that you've gone too long: fidgetiness, hunger, drowsiness, and loss of focus.

A better way to work is to go along with those rhythms. Start by dividing your work day into 90-minute increments with a break following each. This technique has an amazing track record of success. Psychologist K. Anders Ericsson discovered this pattern in the work ethic of top musicians, athletes, chess players, and writers. Startup founders and execs have successfully implemented the strategy into their workflow. Author Tony Schwartz cut his book-writing time in half by switching from 10 or 12-hour chunks of working to three 90-minute windows each day.

The human body is hard-wired to pulse. To operate at our best, we need to renew our energy at 90-minute intervals—not just physically, but also mentally and emotionally. Working in cycles and at a pace is a way to optimize, supercharging our work day simply by listening to ourselves.

2. Limit Distraction by Grouping Your Tasks

Interruptions are the bane of an efficient workday. One study by Gloria Mark at the University of Chicago found that people get an average of eleven minutes into a project before the first interruption. "Fragmentation of work", the study authors report, "is a way of life for information workers."

For this reason, batching has become a popular method of getting work done. Darren Rowe, founder of Problogger discovered that batching increased his productivity tenfold. Batching is what it sounds like—grouping similar tasks together and focusing on one batch at a time. So you simply carve out time to perform a single task—and don't allow any other tasks to distract you.

The problem is actually implementing batching can be challenging. In many ways, batching has a New Year's resolution feel: we know it's good for us, we attack our new batch schedule with gusto, and a week later, it's back to the same old routine.

For starters, batching is hard work. In practice, blocking out distractions and concentrating on a single task can be incredibly difficult because it requires a lot of discipline—discipline to stick to a schedule of meetings and calls, discipline to let inclinations to check your email or look up something. Even when it's information that you need, you might as well go down a rabbit hole.

Another obstacle to batching is the addictive nature of the web. For many of us, batching fails because our internet behaviors mirror many elements of gambling at a casino. We pull the lever on social media, hoping for something spectacular. We peek into the slot machine of email one more time because maybe something amazing has shown up. The internet feeds our dopamine supplies, and we struggle to make the break. With this in mind, the ultimate key to batching is to form a habit and not get discouraged if it takes time to stick.

The good news is that the brain can grow stronger to resist distraction. In one experimented designed at the request of Bob Sullivan and Hugh Thompson, authors of The Plateau Effect, researchers found that people showed an ability to improve how well they deal with distractions.

For an initial cognitive skills test, people were first warned about possible interruptions and then actually interrupted. Then on a second test where they'd received a warning but then were left alone, they turned in higher scores. "Somehow," Sullivan and Thompson write, "they marshaled extra brain power to steel themselves against interruption, or perhaps the potential for interruptions served as a kind of deadline that helped them focus even better."

Start small, if that will help. Creating a habit of focus is essential to unlocking efficiency, and good habits take time.

3. Seek Rhythm, Not Random

Both ultradian rhythm and batching offer specific ways to organize and schedule an efficient workday. So consider slow web a philosophy to guide your day. Slow web is a direct response to the demanding "fast web" culture the Internet has created. The slow web movement values reflection, connection, and priorities. It's a fundamentally different way of seeing the Internet as a tool to add value more than it exacts a toll.

Jack Cheng's encapsulation of slow web explains:

Fast Web is destination-based. Slow Web is interaction-based. Fast Web is built around homepages, inboxes, and dashboards. Slow Web is built around timely notifications.

Timely not real-time. Rhythm not random. Moderation not excess. Knowledge not information. These are a few of the many characteristics of the Slow Web.

Too often, we let the internet drive our working days, be it through notifications or alerts, messages or distractions. Many of us accept this as collateral damage of a wired world. While the Internet can be many things, it's important that we remember its utility, to remember who's in charge. The slow web way of thinking steps in to remind us that the Internet has incredible value as a means for getting work done efficiently. Slow web supports a workday built on the rhythm of pulsing and batching, and it gains practical applications in the decisions we make and the services we use.

For instance, one slow web decision may be to reduce or remove notifications from your workday. This means no inbox pop-ups, no phone push notifications, etc. In terms of services, you can use technology to help create a slower culture. Schedule social media posts with Buffer so that you don't need to be connected all the time. Save interesting articles to read later with Pocket.

There's much about the internet that supports an efficient workday of focus and rhythm. We just have to be in the mindset to find it.

A Sample Workday

Combining these three techniques has huge potential for your productivity and happiness. You may come about these revelations naturally, as your workflow has settled into a variation of these techniques. I've taken a more structured approach to implementing pulsing, batching, and slow web.

Here's the schedule I've created:

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• Workday begins at 6:00 a.m.


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• 6:00 - 7:30 = Research blog posts


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• 7:30 - 8:00 = Work out (run, lift, etc.)


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• 8:00 - 9:30 = Manage social media, schedule posts with Buffer


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• 9:30 - 10:00 = Check email


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• 10:00 - 11:30 = Read RSS reader, develop new story ideas


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• 11:30 - noon = Break for lunch


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• noon - 1:30 = Write blog posts


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• 1:30 - 2:00 = Browse Tumblr


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• 2:00 - 3:30 = Write blog posts


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• 3:30 = Done for the day


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It's amazing how much you can fit into one day of work when you're working efficiently. A principle of slow web is not letting the Internet dictate your time and attention, so after 3:30 I say good-bye to my connected media and spend time with family and friends— and, if I'm being honest, playing video games. It's a wonderful feeling to relax and unwind knowing you've produced a solid work day at your highest level.

The 3-Part Recipe to Stop Working Around the Clock & Beat the Rat Race | iDoneThis blog

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