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Sarah Kobos/NYT Wirecutter Top pick This stable, easy-to-use, and versatile tripod has an angling center column. It gets taller and has more leg-angle positions than the other models we tested. The Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263AB100 offers the best combination…
Classic, cool, and … yellow under the armpits? Though a great white T-shirt is an effortless wardrobe staple, keeping it looking fresh over the long haul isn’t always easy. But with a little know-how and the right arsenal of cleaning…
Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Pen Top pick With its fast-drying ink, this is our go-to pen for everyday writing on any kind of paper. If you need a pen to take notes during a teleconference or to hastily scribble down an…
CHRISTINE: I’m Christine Cyr Clisset. CAIRA: I’m Caira Blackwell. ROSIE: I’m Rosie Guerin, and you’re listening to The Wirecutter Show. CAIRA: This episode is called The Art of Stain Removal Part 1 ROSIE: Hello, my friends. CAIRA: Hi. CHRISTINE: Hi.…
There’s a lot of uncertainty in today’s economy, but one thing is certain: The Federal Reserve isn’t planning to lower interest rates before the spring homebuying season. If you’re in the market for a new home, average mortgage rates are…
It’s official — Amazon is once again holding a Big Spring Sale for 2025. Last year was the first iteration of the sale, offering incredible deals on electronics, apparel, everyday essentials and much more. This year’s big event kicks off…
President Donald Trump’s shifting tariffs have consumers taking precautions on purchases like electronics. In the past two months, the administration has enacted two rounds of 10% tariffs on imports from China, a move likely to hike prices on imported tech.…
If you’ve ever done an internet search for natural anxiety treatments, you’ve probably heard of ashwagandha. Maybe that’s what brought you here. This herb is known for its stress-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. But what results can you actually expect from…
Photo: Kyle Fitzgerald Top pick Durable, quick-drying, and relatively inexpensive, this soft-fabric version of ExOfficio’s time-tested Give-N-Go undies will serve you well for years. Whether we were sitting on a bus or walking hills, the ExOfficio Give-N-Go 2.0 Sport Mesh…
Once upon a time, reviving a dead TV remote meant scavenging my home for a pair of AAA batteries. First, I’d search the catchall tray in the entryway. Then, I’d try looking in the bathroom cabinet next to the bottle…