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Cough won't go away after COVID, what should I do?

Try starting with the basics - a humidifier in your bedroom and warm drinks before bed help a lot of people when a dry cough is keeping them up at night. But here's the catch: if the cough isn't gett…

I'm collecting Squishmallow toys - is it worth hunting for rare series?

I think you don't have to choose one or the other here. Prices for rare versions definitely fluctuate on the secondary market, but that doesn't mean hunting for them will immediately become a money s…

Recording dreams on my phone - details slip away when I wake up

I noticed this from my own experience: when you wake up and immediately grab your phone, your brain kind of "switches" into action mode, and all that fragile web of images starts crumbling. It worked…

How do I avoid spending a lot of money on mobile games with microtransactions?

Don't rely on willpower during a gaming session - when you need just one more thing to win, rationality goes out the window. It's better to set a spending limit through parental controls or ask someo…

How did the KHL match between Ak Bars and Sibir go?

Without the date it's definitely tricky, but you can try a different approach - search for "Ak Bars Sibir shootout" with the year or season if you remember roughly when it was. On the KHL website in …

What's the best way to insulate a ceiling in a private house from inside? ★ Best

Expanded clay works well if you lay it down in a thick layer - about 20-30 percent thicker than what's recommended for mineral wool - plus it doesn't compress, isn't bothered by moisture, and lasts f…

How did the Comedy Woman star manage to lose 40 kilograms? ★ Best

Without specific interviews, it's hard to name the exact method, but 40 kilograms is a scale that requires not just a diet, but a comprehensive approach with psychological support and, most likely, h…

What eating habits cause low energy and how can I avoid them? ★ Best

The main culprit behind low energy is blood sugar spikes, especially when you eat carbs without protein and fat. I noticed it with myself: if I have just porridge or a pastry in the morning, by eleve…

Which graphics card should I choose for streaming and video editing?

Before you swap out the card, check what's actually hitting the ceiling - the GPU itself or the CPU. If your processor is already maxed out during streaming and gaming, even a 5080 won't help; it'll …

How do you tell apart animal tracks in the forest? ★ Best

Deep prints near water are most likely from a hoofed animal - a moose, deer, or wild boar. Look at the shape: a moose's track is more rounded and larger, while a boar's shows impressions of all four …

Why have second-hand shops become more popular in Russia?

I think it's worth adding the issue of brand accessibility too. Before, buying something from a well-known brand was either really expensive or just impossible because there were no supplies - but in…

Is it still worth learning to be a secretary in 2026?

From a practical standpoint, yes, it's worth learning, but be prepared - the job is nothing like it used to be. Back then, secretaries just needed to know office software, but now you have to underst…

Best debut in chess against fool's mate?

The most important thing is for the child to understand that f7 is the most vulnerable square for Black at the start, and it needs to be defended by developing pieces, not by hoping to block the atta…

Why is my skin peeling a week after the chemical peel, is that normal?

That's completely normal - after a chemical peel your skin is renewing itself and shedding the dead layer, so the flaking is expected. The process can last another week or two depending on how deep t…

Should I switch to a raw food diet if I have digestive issues?

With digestive issues, going raw vegan is probably not the best move, since raw plant foods put a lot of strain on your intestines. First you need to figure out what's actually going on: it could be …

Can you restore your sense of smell after long COVID?

After COVID, my sense of smell took about six months to come back, and yeah, training helped, but the key thing is not to get hung up on the results and not expect miracles in a week. People often gi…

How do I choose perfume if I have sensitive skin? ★ Best

Irritation is usually caused not by the alcohol itself, but by certain fragrance components - aldehydes, musks, some essential oils. Even oil-based perfumes can trigger a reaction if they contain the…

How do I clean drive C from junk without programs?

Programs really do help better here, but if you want to avoid them - you can manually delete temporary files through the AppData folder, clear your browser caches and trash, and search for large old …

Should I play new mobile games or stick with ones I know work?

I had a situation where I downloaded a trendy new game, played it for a couple days, and realized it was just a pretty shell - boring gameplay and everything was designed to make you spend money. But…

Is the Yamaha PSR-E363 synthesizer worth buying in 2026? ★ Best

If you're looking for a professional instrument with a ton of advanced features and sound synthesis - this synth isn't your thing, it's more of a beginner's digital piano. But if you need something c…