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NASA: Don’t point cellphones directly at sun while taking eclipse pics
If you’re planning to take pictures of the solar eclipse today, NASA is here to remind you that aiming your cellphone directly at the sun might come with some consequences. “We asked our @NASAHQPhoto team, and the answer is yes, the phone sensor could be damaged just like any other image sensor if it’s pointed directly at the sun. This is especially true if you’re using any sort of magnifying lens attachment on the phone,” NASA replied to a user on X who asked if pointing a smartphone at the solar eclipse could damage its sensor.
Burger King is launching a new (blue!) Frozen Cotton Candy drink
You may have loved Burger King’s limited-time slushy beverage from last year — the Frozen Fanta Kickin’ Mango. But are you willing to try the chain’s latest imaginative drink offering for 2024? You’ll have your chance on April 11, when the Frozen Cotton Candy is unveiled.
Reese Witherspoon is working on a ‘Legally Blonde’ TV show
Elle Woods is coming back…this time, to the small screen. Reese Witherspoon’s production company, Hello Sunshine, is developing a “Legally Blonde” spinoff series with Amazon MGM Studios, Deadline reported Thursday. “Gossip Girl” executive producers Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage are also contributing to the project.
How does the lottery work, anyway?
It’s happening again: A humongous Powerball lottery jackpot surpassing $1 billion is up for grabs. With that kind of money on the line, you may be tempted to pick up a ticket or two yourself. But if you’re new to the game, it all might seem a bit strange....
Win 20 years of free Blue Moon beer to celebrate the eclipse
Blue Moon Brewing Company is celebrating the upcoming solar eclipse by giving one lucky fan enough free beer to last until the next total solar eclipse — in 2044. You can enter to win free Blue Moon beer for the next 20 years by heading to the brand’s Instagram page and commenting on the company’s “Eclipse Sips” post. between now and 11:59 p.m. Central on April 8 — which is the day when you can see the total solar eclipse.
Fellow student creates portrait of Caitlin Clark with Rubik’s Cubes
A University of Iowa student has created a unique piece of art to celebrate Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark’s record-breaking scoring record. While watching Clark’s record-breaking season this year, dental student Brian Dang created a mosaic of the NCAA star using Rubik’s Cubes. Why Rubik’s...
Use this interactive tool to look up your college’s return on investment
It’s no secret that the cost of college is sky-high — the annual cost of tuition and housing at some colleges now tops $90,000. But is it worth the cost?. U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of best value schools has Ivy League and other prestigious private schools dominating the top 10, and the report’s colleges with the best return on investment is also topped by private universities. But if you have a kid heading off to college in the near future, you might want to consider the return on investment your family can expect to get out of a college education that isn’t at one of those schools, and there’s an online tool that can help you do just that.
Does this veggie chopper really save time? We found out for you
The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Simplemost may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website. You’ve probably seen that viral veggie chopper on your social media pages. From chopping...
See a dingy garage transform into a sunny tiny home for grandma
The tiny home movement is still a big deal for people around the country looking for simple, more affordable housing options. Some people want tiny homes to help them downsize to fit their changing lifestyle. For others, like Monique Marshall, creating a tiny home out of her garage made bringing her mother home to live with her family a reality.
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