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Pocket’s Top-Saved Stories of the Week: August 10, 2024

The move backfiring against retailers, the power of a 6-second kiss, and why to stop charging your phone when it hits 80 percent.

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You Can (and Should) Stop Charging Your Phone When It Hits 80 Percent

Here’s how to make sure your smartphone battery stays in good shape. Start with not fully charging your phone.

This Is 1 Stretch You Should Be Doing More Of As You Age

Neglecting this area of your body can come with painful consequences the older you get.

How to Clean Your Home in 15-Minute Chunks (and Why You Should)

Set a new cleaning schedule, but limit yourself to 15 minutes per day. Cleaning in short chunks will keep you motivated, plus help make cleaning a sustainable everyday habit. Here are some ideas for how to get started.

17 Micro-Workouts That Will Change Your Life – Even if You’re Stuck in the Office

No time for a run or a trip to the gym? Exercise ‘snacks’ are the answer. All you need is some stairs, a wall and 120 seconds away from your desk or sofa.

Dairy Queen’s Soft Serve Isn’t What You Think It Is

Everybody loves Dairy Queen’s soft serve ice cream. But this sugary treat isn’t quite what you think it is, thanks to some surprising ingredients.

7 Shocking Facts About Drinking Water Cold Vs. Room Temperature

Read on for more facts about cold versus room temperature water, according to experts.

Why Mosquitos Bite Some People More Than Others, Explained

If you’ve ever come back from a festival or a holiday and wondered why you’ve been eaten alive by mosquitos while your mates have been left alone, there’s a few reasons why you might be a mozzie’s type.

Can a 6-Second Kiss Each Day Lead to a More Intimate Relationship?

Can a six-second kiss each day lead to a more intimate relationship? That’s what couples therapists John and Julie Gottman say.

I Avoided Plastic for a Week. Here Is What I Learned About a Plastic-Free Life

Plastic is everywhere, but we ditched it for a week. Here are some tips from our experiment that you can use to cut back your own plastic use.

Retailers Locked Up Their Products—and Broke Shopping in America

CVS, Target and other chains have barricaded everything from toiletries to cleaning supplies. It’s backfired in almost every way.

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