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Side view of a two-seat, Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter fighter plane on an airfield during World War I, mid to late 1910s. (Photo by Interim Archives/Getty Images)

Volunteers spent 25 years building a WWI replica plane. It just took flight. Volunteers spent 25 years building a WWI replica plane. It just took flight.

By Margherita Bassi

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The best electric bike accessories for 2025, tested and reviewed The best electric bike accessories for 2025, tested and reviewed

By Heather Kuldell

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How to set up an Apple legacy contact, in case you die How to set up an Apple legacy contact, in case you die

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How to reset your terrible streaming recommendations How to reset your terrible streaming recommendations

circa 1942: A U.S. Air Force B-17 'Flying Fortress' bomber flies through the sky, World War II. The aircraft was used extensively in Allied air raids, such as those against Hamburg and Dresden, and battles against German aircraft. (Photo by R. Gates/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Illinois man has spent 40 years rebuilding a WWII-era B-17 bomber Illinois man has spent 40 years rebuilding a WWII-era B-17 bomber

By Mack DeGeurin

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Google’s best AI research tool is now on your phone Google’s best AI research tool is now on your phone

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How to use Feedly to keep up with everything you want to read How to use Feedly to keep up with everything you want to read

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7 Google Maps tips to use with Android Auto and CarPlay 7 Google Maps tips to use with Android Auto and CarPlay

How to customize controls and gestures on Apple AirPods How to customize controls and gestures on Apple AirPods

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9 settings to change on your Mac 9 settings to change on your Mac

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Everything you need to know about chaos gardening Everything you need to know about chaos gardening

By Debbie Wolfe

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How to measure the air quality in your home by yourself and with a pro How to measure the air quality in your home by yourself and with a pro

By Terri Williams

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The science of why you should use your dishwasher The science of why you should use your dishwasher

How to find any file on your phone How to find any file on your phone

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How to build a living fence How to build a living fence

By Debbie Wolfe

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How to use Copilot Vision for free in Microsoft Edge How to use Copilot Vision for free in Microsoft Edge

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How to get real-time translations on your phone How to get real-time translations on your phone

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9 power tools every home should have and when to use them 9 power tools every home should have and when to use them

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7 helpful Google Messages tips you need to know 7 helpful Google Messages tips you need to know

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How to allergy-proof your home How to allergy-proof your home

By Terri Williams

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How to manage Siri Suggestions on your iPhone How to manage Siri Suggestions on your iPhone

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The National Archives needs your help transcribing UFO and JFK files The National Archives needs your help transcribing UFO and JFK files

A cropped image showing the Riverstone Audio Precision Record Level Turntable Stylus Tracking Force Pressure Gauge:Scale on top of red vinyl

How to make your turntable and vinyl records last a lifetime How to make your turntable and vinyl records last a lifetime

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How to watch Star Wars in order—even the shows How to watch Star Wars in order—even the shows

By Debbie Wolfe

How to use Plex to create your own private Netflix or Spotify How to use Plex to create your own private Netflix or Spotify

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How to make an egg bounce How to make an egg bounce

By Laura Baisas

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How to keep your old computer running for as long as possible How to keep your old computer running for as long as possible

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The best pour-over coffee makers, according to experts The best pour-over coffee makers, according to experts

By Terri Williams

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How to use the best new features in iOS 18.4 How to use the best new features in iOS 18.4

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Play is the best companion app for YouTube power users Play is the best companion app for YouTube power users

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How to use Windows Safe Mode to get out of computer trouble How to use Windows Safe Mode to get out of computer trouble

How to customize Google Chrome to make it your own How to customize Google Chrome to make it your own

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How to set up a separate Wi-Fi network for guests How to set up a separate Wi-Fi network for guests

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How to use the Signal app to keep your chats secure How to use the Signal app to keep your chats secure

Ambient weather stations on sale for Amazon big spring sale

The best home weather station is cheaper than ever during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale The best home weather station is cheaper than ever during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

By Stan Horaczek

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Amazon dropped DeWalt power tools to their lowest prices ever for the Big Spring Sale Amazon dropped DeWalt power tools to their lowest prices ever for the Big Spring Sale

By Stan Horaczek

Milwaukee circular saw and impact bits on sale at Walmart

Walmart is clearing out Milwaukee battery-powered tools for spring Walmart is clearing out Milwaukee battery-powered tools for spring

By Stan Horaczek

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The lost art of cleaning out your feed The lost art of cleaning out your feed

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How to turn your laptop into a desktop computer How to turn your laptop into a desktop computer

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How to use ChatGPT as a personal AI research assistant How to use ChatGPT as a personal AI research assistant

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How to use the Google Password Manager How to use the Google Password Manager

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Save nearly half-off DeWalt tool kits at Amazon before you start your spring DIY projects Save nearly half-off DeWalt tool kits at Amazon before you start your spring DIY projects

By Stan Horaczek

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How to build a bug-out bag (even if you’re not a prepper) How to build a bug-out bag (even if you’re not a prepper)

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How to remove Google search results about you How to remove Google search results about you

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Amazon is blowing out Ego battery-powered mowers, chainsaws, and more before spring rolls around Amazon is blowing out Ego battery-powered mowers, chainsaws, and more before spring rolls around

By Stan Horaczek

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How to fully back up your Android device How to fully back up your Android device

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You should add keyboard shortcuts to your Mac You should add keyboard shortcuts to your Mac

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11 tips to get the most out of your new Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphone 11 tips to get the most out of your new Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphone

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How to save all your old Instagram stories and posts How to save all your old Instagram stories and posts

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How to move digital purchases between two Apple Accounts How to move digital purchases between two Apple Accounts

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11 tips to get more out of Apple Calendar 11 tips to get more out of Apple Calendar

How to get Gemini to remember (or forget) everything you’ve said How to get Gemini to remember (or forget) everything you’ve said

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This $178 Hart 20-volt tool kit includes all the power tools you need to get ready for spring projects This $178 Hart 20-volt tool kit includes all the power tools you need to get ready for spring projects

By Stan Horaczek

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How to reset the YouTube algorithm How to reset the YouTube algorithm

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Prepping isn’t just for preppers anymore—it’s time to get a go-bag Prepping isn’t just for preppers anymore—it’s time to get a go-bag

By Athena Aktipis

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How to use Apple Intelligence to sort your emails How to use Apple Intelligence to sort your emails

a screenshot asking chatgpt to send a cat photo every day at 4pm

How to use tasks and reminders inside ChatGPT How to use tasks and reminders inside ChatGPT

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4 clever uses for an old Mac 4 clever uses for an old Mac

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How to turn off Apple Intelligence on all your Apple devices How to turn off Apple Intelligence on all your Apple devices

Selective focus, Mouth of Young Asian woman talking with a friend via speakerphone on mobile phone while sitting on sofa in living room at home, sending audio message on smartphone, holds device near mouth

How to record audio and get transcripts in Notes on iOS 18 How to record audio and get transcripts in Notes on iOS 18

The Spotify app icon is being displayed on a smartphone with Spotify visible in the background in this photo illustration in Brussels, Belgium, on February 11, 2024. (Photo by Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto)

9 useful apps that plug into Spotify 9 useful apps that plug into Spotify

The best circular saws, according to experts

The best circular saws, according to experts The best circular saws, according to experts

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How to set up the new theft detection features on Android How to set up the new theft detection features on Android

Stop spending so much money on streaming services Stop spending so much money on streaming services