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July 5, 2023

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10 things that are illegal to throw away — How to safely dispose of them instead

10 things that are illegal to throw away — How to safely dispose of them instead

If you toss old batteries or devices in the trash, stop immediately. Not only is this dangerous to the environment, people and animals, but it's also illegal. Different jurisdictions have rules for what can be tossed in the trash or put in the recycling bin, and you're responsible. We'll show you how to dispose of 10 everyday items properly.

Tap or click here for safe ways to dispose of common items. →

Quick tip of the day

Google’s tracking is invasive. There’s no denying that. But sometimes it’s really handy, too.

You can check Google Maps for details about upcoming events like flights, restaurant and hotel reservations, and car rentals. It pulls this information from messages you’ve received in Gmail. You must be signed into Google with Web & App Activity turned on. 

Here’s how it works:

  • Open Google Maps and tap Saved in the bottom menu row.
  • Tap Reservations and select an item for more information.
  • You can also type the following terms into the search box: my reservations, my flights or my hotels.

The Web & App Activity setting is just one of many worth trying. Here’s how to see more personal details Google knows about you (and how to erase them).

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5 photo storage options beyond Google Photos

5 photo storage options beyond Google Photos

With our digital lives growing daily, we need a place to store all our digital media. Now that Google Photos has ended its free unlimited storage program, you might look elsewhere to store your photos. We've compiled a list of other options for you to try.

Tap or click here for the best ways to store photos. →


 
 
 
 

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How to go on a treasure hunt for money that's owed to you

Did you know you might have unclaimed money waiting for you? In just 60 seconds, I'll guide you through the process of finding it.

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Stop fighting with Quicken and spreadsheets

Stop fighting with Quicken and spreadsheets

Stop fighting with spreadsheets and trying to figure out what the heck you did with last year’s inventory list. I have the solution: NetSuite by Oracle.

You get visibility and control of your financials, inventory, HR, planning, budgeting and more, all from one easy dashboard. Don’t just take my word for it — over 33,000 businesses already use NetSuite.

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Tab overload? How to control what happens when you start your browser

Would having your browser pick up where you left off be nice? While too many open tabs could slow down your system, it's understandable to want the convenience. We'll show you how to set up some of the most popular browser's startup behavior.

4 suspicious behaviors to avoid at the self-checkout line

Can covering your self-checkout camera get you in trouble? You might be surprised. And your proof of purchase might not always be enough to protect you in a court of law. These four tips can help you prevent a disaster at the supermarket.

 
 
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