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I prefer a handwritten list of tasks over a complicated to-do list app, but there's still room for innovation. When I heard about the Ivy Lee Method, it seemed worth a shot, so I gave it a go.

Windows 11 is once again losing market share after a solid few months when it seemed to be gaining ground. And which operating system is Windows 11 losing out to? Yep, you guessed it: Windows 10. Which, given that we're now in 2025, the same year Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10, is rather bizarre.

Denver’s explosion of dumpling restaurants wasn’t on anyone’s radar two years ago, and nixtamalized corn wasn’t on the bingo card for 2024. But both became notable trends in the restaurant industry locally. So what will 2025 bring? There’s no way to know, but here are a few predictions for what we’re seeing already and what might continue into the new year. Value menus and happy hours Restaurant prices are pushing people away.

Google Sheets is a powerful tool for data analysis, but sometimes you need extra firepower. There are loads of add-ons available that can supercharge your spreadsheets and take your data crunching to the next level. Here are my top picks.

Dear Eric: My husband has told our kids they cannot have any friends inside of our home. They can play in the front yard and that is it. I don’t know how to tackle this, or what to say when it’s our “turn” to host our kids’ friends. I’ve been hosting the friends to movies, arcades, etc., but never in our home. My husband is retired and seems to prefer always being home and away from others.

Staying focused for hours can be challenging, especially when you're working or studying alone. But, there's a method I use to stay focused for hours on end. It's not only improved my productivity but also helps me stay on track when distractions creep in.