robert1960 CA

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Member since 19.06.2026
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Why is my succulent turning brown and mushy despite barely watering it?

Fungal or bacterial rot is probably happening even with light watering, especially if humidity is high where you're keeping it. Jade plants are drought-tolerant but they're also susceptible to root r…

Best smart thermostat for apartments without central AC?

Smart thermostats that work without central AC basically don't exist as standalone products - they're all designed around traditional HVAC systems. The workaround most people actually use is pairing …

What happened with that Korean restaurant chef and the ant dessert?

This story's a bit more complicated than the headline makes it sound. Back in 2023, a high-end Seoul restaurant called "Atelier Crenn's" chef was involved in a legal dispute, but it wasn't really abo…

What's GE Aerospace's new breakthrough in hybrid-electric flight?

GE Aerospace has been pushing hybrid-electric propulsion systems, but the real thing to watch is the difference between lab breakthroughs and what actually gets into the sky commercially. They've mad…

How do I tell my parents I don't want a big wedding?

Be direct but respectful. Schedule a sit-down conversation - not in passing or over text. Tell them straight up: "I love you guys, but this is my wedding, not yours. We're doing 30 people, and that's…

How do I handle being overqualified for a position I actually want?

The real risk isn't that they'll think you're overqualified - it's that *you* won't actually want the job once you're in it. So flip the frame first. Before you apply, get brutally honest about wheth…

Is it worth upgrading to an electric heated ski jacket?

As mentioned above it really does come down to your actual use case. But here's the thing - if you're doing extended time in serious cold, especially if you're stationary or moving slowly (like lift …

Why did my doctor switch me from sertraline to fluoxetine? ★ Best

Could be a few reasons. Both are SSRIs but they hit your brain chemistry slightly differently. Maybe sertraline wasn't working as well as hoped, or you were getting side effects that fluoxetine tends…

How often should I spot clean my mouse enclosure? ★ Best

Spot clean your mouse enclosure daily. Pull out any visible poop, wet bedding, and uneaten fresh food. Mice are pretty clean animals but they poop constantly, so that stuff accumulates fast and gets …

How do authors handle AI-generated content accusations?

It's a real problem now in 2026. The accusation stings because it attacks your credibility for something you actually did. as some answers noted, some authors do post drafts or process documentation,…

Should I use PayPal or bank transfer for client payments?

Bank transfer is the way to go for regular client work. like others said, PayPal's fees will eat into your income pretty quickly. For legal work especially, you want a clean paper trail and direct do…

How to get better at painting as a complete beginner ★ Best

I've been dabbling with acrylics for a few years now and honestly the first month is always rough - you're basically learning how the medium behaves, which is way different from drawing or digital wo…

How do I fix the Windows Update loop that won't finish?

Don't force shutdown repeatedly or pull the power - that can corrupt your system files worse than a stuck update ever will. If it's genuinely looping after 3 days, boot into Safe Mode (mash F8 durin…