Look for a Credit on Your Next Car Insurance Bill

Not going far these days, huh? This is not a joke. The reason: Fewer cars on the road mean fewer accidents the insurance companies have to pay for. The credit will be applied to your account or refunded to your payment method. If you use the Allstate app, check there to get your payment faster. Farmers and 21st Century Customers will get a 25% discount on their April premium. You dont need to do anything to get the discount....

April 13, 2020 · 2 min · 323 words · Sean Hernandez

Rettungsbojen: The Floating Rescue Buoys of The Luftwaffe

During World War 2, both the RAF and the Luftwaffe lost a large number of pilots at sea. The Germans used the Heinkel He 59 float planes that could land on water, in addition to boats. The German sea rescue service, orSeenotdienst, was more successful than the Allied effort. They also enlisted the help of local rescue societies to increase their reach. TheSeenotdienstwas a humanitarian service that did not discriminate between pilots belonging to the Luftwaffe and the enemy air force....

April 13, 2020 · 2 min · 250 words · Julie Wong

Should Your Kid Wear a Mask During the Pandemic?

I hadnt really thought about the fact that he might need one. After all, hes not reallygoinganywhere. Even so, I realized there may be instances where heand other kidsmight need to wear a face mask. So its better to be prepared. Why do kids need them? Its important to note that wearing masks is recommendedin additiontonotin place ofthe social distancing measures weve already been taking. Note that masksare not for infants and toddlers under age 2....

April 10, 2020 · 2 min · 224 words · Melissa Scott

The Historic Meeting on Elbe River

April 25, 1945, is a date few remember. But it was a significant day in the history of the world. They shook hands, exchanged souvenirs and posed for photographs. The meeting was historic because it meant that they had successfully cut the Germany army in two. For years, the Soviet troops had been pushing back the Nazis all along the Eastern Front. The war in Europe was eventually coming to an end....

April 10, 2020 · 2 min · 215 words · Derrick Wright

How to Keep Up Your Running Routine Through the Pandemic

Heres what you might do to keep training despite it all. That said, some things have changed. Does running (or bicycling, for that matter) change the rules of what is a safe distance? The truth is we still dont know. Other types of cardio may not transfer directly, but can still help you keep up your fitness. There are tons of aerobics and dance videos on YouTube and in apps, for example....

April 9, 2020 · 2 min · 261 words · Matthew Carr

How to Make an Easter Dinner With Just a Few Ingredients

Easter is this very Sunday and, like most days, youll probably want to eat that day. You might even want that meal to feel a little special, and thats valid. (Elaborate salads?? (The recipes for which can be foundhere.) Devil some eggs I mean, obviously you need somedeviled eggs. you’re free to also elevate them with whatever crap you have hanging out in your fridge. Pickle the eggswiththat beet for vibrant, festive eggs....

April 9, 2020 · 1 min · 190 words · Sally Jones

The Simplest Video Chat Apps for People Who Struggle With Tech

We have guides on the numerousoptions available on AndroidandiOS/iPadOSto help you get started. Gadget Hacks also has an excellent guide forsetting up a smartphone for elderlyor technophobic users. With that out of the way, lets get to the app suggestions. Theres no PC version of the app, but the mainMessenger web clientis available if needed. Most notably, WhatsApps out-of-the-box privacy parameters are better than Facebook Messengers. If youre at all concerned about data privacy, WhatsApp is probably the simplest option....

April 9, 2020 · 1 min · 146 words · Ms. Crystal Acosta MD

How to Take a Virtual Vacation

Thats not exactly the easiest thing to find when youre stuck at homeespecially if you love to travel. But that doesnt mean that escape is impossible: We just need to embrace the virtual experience. Hit the lights and save a bit on your electric bill for this one. Dont forget about smells! If youre visiting a virtual amusement park, try recreating thisfunnel cake recipe. Where to travel Thats entirely up to you....

April 8, 2020 · 1 min · 208 words · Laura Nichols

How to Wear a Face Mask Without Fogging Up Your Glasses

So whats the bespectacled population to do? Heres what I found out. Thats all it took: my glasses fogged up pretty much immediately after leaving my building. I also used hand sanitizer every time I put on or took off my mask. I was using a reusable cloth mask I had purchased on Etsy. Here are the results of my experiment. I did the same thing, folding it and placing it at the top of my mask....

April 8, 2020 · 1 min · 203 words · Jennifer Morrison

Stop the Spread of Bad Information by Adopting WhatsApp's Policy

In these times, I think its important to consider the following: What Would WhatsApp Do? You read that right. What would WhatsApp do? They should be the rules we all live by, period; not just on WhatsApp. As WhatsAppexplains: Last year we introduced users to the concept of messages that have been forwarded many times. These messages are labeled with double arrows to indicate they did not originate from a close contact....

April 8, 2020 · 1 min · 191 words · Cassandra Stein

What to Know Before You Travel Across State Lines

As the coronavirus pandemic grips the country, travel restrictions are increasingly going into effect. TheCDC issuedthe first national travel restrictions for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut on March 30th. Delaware Gov. John Carneyhas orderedtravelers entering the state from elsewhere in the U.S. to self-quarantine for 14 days while in state. During the stop the officer may ask limited questions related to the drivers recent travel. This authorization does not apply to vehicles traveling on I-95, I-295, or I-495....

April 8, 2020 · 1 min · 196 words · Timothy Saunders

How Can I Restore Closed Tabs After Accidentally Quitting Chrome?

And when you attempt to use the Restore option, you receive…nothing. Goodbye, work; hello internal screaming. You should see a number of sites under Recently Closed that correspond to each window you had open. Scroll down to the bottom of your controls page and select Continue where you left off. Memorize this quick keyboard shortcut A simple keyboard shortcuts can relaunch accidentally closed tabs. PressCTRL + Shift + Ton a PC andCommand + Shift + Ton a Mac....

April 7, 2020 · 1 min · 160 words · Robert Russell

How to Prepare Your Pets for a Big Move

Our pets want a comfy bed, good food, and a solid routine. Gather all the necessary documents First things first, and that means paperwork and research. You dont exactly need paperwork if youre moving a few blocks away with your cat. Similarly, if youre flying, mostairlines require that health certificate, too. Keep in mind: the certificate is only valid for 30 days after your vet signs it. Most countries (andsome states) have quarantine procedures andnew travel requirementsto consider....

April 7, 2020 · 4 min · 722 words · Patricia Chambers