Author: Gael F. Cooper

The 25 Most Stressful Jobs in America: Is Yours on the List?

Gael F. Cooper on April 19, 2018

From paramedic to prison guard, there are some jobs where daily stress just comes with the paycheck.

How to Win $20,000 — or Have a Lot of Fun Trying

Gael F. Cooper on April 17, 2018

An HQ Trivia enthusiast shares tips for winning the cellphone game and cash prizes from the comfort of your own home.

6 Ways to Save Money With Your Cellphone at Every Store

Gael F. Cooper on April 10, 2018

Your smartphone offers lots of ways to save on in-store purchases. Here are the tips you must know to keep more cash in your wallet.

Hunt Down and Cash In on These 21 Thrift Store Treasures

Gael F. Cooper on April 3, 2018

Here’s what to look for at that overstuffed Goodwill or Salvation Army store, and how you can make money from it.

Name That Ad: Can You ID These 21 Classic Slogans and Jingles?

Gael F. Cooper on March 30, 2018

If you have a TV commercial from your youth stuck in your head, you are not alone! Take our quiz and see if you can name these classic advertising efforts.

The Best Roadside Attraction to Check Out in Every State (and D.C.)

Gael F. Cooper on March 28, 2018

Slow down long enough to visit the nation’s sometimes humorous, often bizarre, and always-worth-a-selfie roadside attractions.

How to Delete Yourself From the Internet

Gael F. Cooper on March 21, 2018

Looking to shrink your digital footprint or eliminate some of those time-sucking social media connections?

16 Surprising Things You Can Clean in Your Washing Machine

Gael F. Cooper on March 14, 2018

A lot of household items get so nasty, you may be tempted to toss them out. Try tossing them in your clothes washer instead.

20 Bizarre Job Interview Questions, and How to Answer Them

Gael F. Cooper on March 13, 2018

Have you been caught flat-footed during an interview? Never again! Study these curveball questions before you (or someone you know) gets in an awkward spot.

6 Ways Your Instant Pot Can Save You Money — Instantly

Gael F. Cooper on March 10, 2018

Don’t be afraid to pull that electric multi-cooker out of its box. The Instant Pot isn’t like the pressure cooker of old, and it can save you plenty of bread to boot.

15 Things You Really Should Know About Money in 2018

Gael F. Cooper on March 9, 2018

Did your economics prof teach you about bitcoin, or side hustles, or phishing emails? If those topics weren’t in your curriculum, here’s a chance to get up to speed.

19 Things You Should Never Put in Your Garbage Disposal

Gael F. Cooper on February 26, 2018

You may be surprised by some of the things that will foul up your disposal, bringing a call to the plumber.

8 Ways to Stop Package Thieves in Their Tracks

Gael F. Cooper on February 16, 2018

Buying things online is great — until some unscrupulous scoundrel steals your package right off your porch. Here’s how to foil them.

9 Sleep Tricks That Really Work

Gael F. Cooper on February 13, 2018

Here are nine tips, from simple socks and essential oils to breathing exercises, that can help you get those ZZZs.

16 Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time

Gael F. Cooper on February 10, 2018

As the big game approaches, here’s a look back at the memorable ads that scored touchdowns over the years, from the Budweiser Clydesdales to Mean Joe Greene.

Amazon Names Top 20 Finalist Cities in Race for New HQ

Gael F. Cooper on January 18, 2018

The field has narrowed from hundreds of candidates to 20 locations with a chance of landing the tech-retail giant’s next phase — and the massive investment that will come with it.

15 More Indestructible Products Totally Worth the Price

Gael F. Cooper on January 17, 2018

Why end up buying a product twice when you can get it right the first time? From teddy bears to umbrellas, these items come with exceptional backing from their makers.

32 Great Products That Are Still Made in the USA

Gael F. Cooper on January 9, 2018

Is it still possible to buy American? Not in every case, but here are products — from guitars and boots to motorcycles — that are proudly made right here at home.