All posts tagged: Choose

Choose Your Own Adventure® for Adults

Choose Your Own Adventure® for Adults

Published by Jenni Sidey

The Choose Your Own Adventure series is getting an imprint for adults. CYOA Unbound will be the first imprint “dedicated to publishing nonlinear, multiple-ending gamebooks for adults.” The inaugural lineup, out fall 2027, includes: An interactive Pride and Prejudice, which needs no introduction, retold by C. Davitt Bell (Little Blog on the Prairie) Culty by Fancy Feast (Naked: On Sex, Work, and Other Burlesques), described as White Lotus meets Sex and the City CYOA Unbound will publish titles that span genres and categories like reimagined classics, horror, mysteries, thrillers, and romance. Launched by one of the most well-known makers of gamebooks, Chooseco has 270 million copies in print across 40 languages. “It’s been a long time coming,” Chooseco Publisher & CEO Shannon Gilligan said in a press release. “We have been interested in moving into the adult space since our inception, but we were waiting for the right moment and more importantly, the right books. This inaugural list not only reflects our interests—along with immense reader feedback—, but each title works beautifully in the interactive …

First-time buyer Isa v lifetime Isa – which one should you choose?

First-time buyer Isa v lifetime Isa – which one should you choose?

Published by Sam Flores

If you want to start saving towards your first home, don’t wait until a new Isa just for first-time buyers goes on sale. That is the advice from experts after more details emerged about a savings account the government plans to launch to help people get a foot on the property ladder. The first-time buyer Isa is likely to replace the existing lifetime Isa in two years and is supposed to be simpler than the older account. However, it looks as if the financial benefits won’t be as attractive as those offered by the current product, so there’s no advantage in hanging around. Why scrap the lifetime Isa? It offers a very good deal in the form of free cash, but it also has some downsides. You must be 18 or over, and under 40, to open one, and you can pay in up to £4,000 a year until you turn 50. The money in the account can be saved in cash or invested. It can then be used to help buy a first home, …

How to Choose the Right AI Agent for Your Workflows

How to Choose the Right AI Agent for Your Workflows

Published by Miika Tikkanen

The rise of AI agents has introduced a variety of options for managing tasks, each with unique capabilities and constraints. Parker Prompts evaluated four widely used AI agents, Open Claw, Claude Code, Paperclip and Hermes, by assigning them specific tasks to assess their effectiveness. For example, Open Claw demonstrated strong performance in scheduling meetings and drafting email replies but required constant server operation, which may present challenges for users without technical expertise. These results underscore the importance of matching each agent to the right use case rather than expecting a one-size-fits-all solution. Explore how Paperclip manages complex, multi-step workflows and how Claude Code assists with coding and debugging. Learn about Hermes’ ability to adapt to user preferences over time and examine why Open Claw might be a practical option for straightforward task management. This deep dive provides a clear breakdown of each agent’s strengths and limitations to guide your decision-making. Streamlining Basic Task Management TL;DR Key Takeaways : The AI agent market is rapidly growing, offering tools like Open Claw, Claude Code, Paperclip and Hermes, …

T-Mobile vs. Verizon: Is It Time to Choose a New Carrier?

T-Mobile vs. Verizon: Is It Time to Choose a New Carrier?

Published by Miika Tikkanen

If you’re looking to switch carriers or change your current phone plan, you’re probably looking at prices first. But that’s just the start, because perks such as hotspot data when you need to connect and streaming services when you want to relax also come into play. Here, we’re looking at two of the biggest cellular companies in the US: T-Mobile and Verizon. These two aren’t the only carriers, of course, but being among the biggest players means you’re likely looking at them first before checking out smaller providers or prepaid options (many of which are owned by T-Mobile, Verizon and the third major company, AT&T). It’s not lost on me that you might be reading this because you were affected by Verizon’s widespread and lengthy outage in January. While every carrier suffers from service outages, that one was especially impactful, and the causes were never revealed. T-Mobile Last year, T-Mobile nabbed the title of Best Mobile Network in the US by Ookla, and it wrapped the calendar by being named the best carrier for network quality by J.D. …

Eco-friendly toilet papers are trendy, but which you choose matters

Eco-friendly toilet papers are trendy, but which you choose matters

Published by Sam Flores

Toilet paper, a product that is used for a few seconds before being disposed of forever, is typically made with trees, energy-intensive manufacturing processes and chemicals that can pollute the environment. Experts say more consumers are seeking toilet paper made from recycled content or sustainable materials, but it can be hard to know what to look for. Sustainable toilet paper often costs more but can have significant environmental benefits. According to the Environmental Paper Network, a coalition of nonprofits, more than 1 billion gallons of water and 1.6 million trees could be saved if every American used one roll of toilet paper made from recycled content instead of a roll made from forest fibers. Here are some recommendations for buying sustainable toilet paper or reducing overall toilet paper use. Toilet paper made from recycled fibers North American toilet paper has traditionally been made from fibers from trees in Canada and eucalyptus plantations in Brazil. Pulp made from the trees is bleached to create a bright white color, but the chlorine that’s often used can hurt …

When women choose non-monogamy: ‘It’s an opportunity for more integration’

When women choose non-monogamy: ‘It’s an opportunity for more integration’

Published by Sam Flores

It’s late afternoon, and Lucy texts her husband’s girlfriend. The sound of cartoons plays somewhere in the living room, and she absentmindedly wipes a smear of jam off the countertop. A few minutes earlier, Lucy’s phone buzzes with a school email: a parent-teacher event for Thursday evening. She’s been attending these events alone, but pauses this time. She wants her husband, Oliver, there. When she glances at the shared Google Calendar, she notices that Thursday is already accounted for. Oliver has a date with Cecilia. Lucy opens WhatsApp. She doesn’t text her husband. She texts Cecilia. Cecilia replies quickly: they can find another night. A few minutes later, the color-coordinated shared calendar updates. Later, Cecilia described it simply: “The organizing aspect is very gendered.” In the group chat between the two couples, she said, the messages tend to come from her and Lucy – scheduling, adjusting, confirming. The men, she noted, rarely initiate these exchanges. When asked about this dynamic, Oliver put it more bluntly. “I’ll be the first to admit that there’s a disproportionate …

‘Apex’ review: This is why women choose the bear

‘Apex’ review: This is why women choose the bear

Published by Miika Tikkanen

Would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear? Posed to women on TikTok in 2024, this seemingly simple hypothetical question ignited a firestorm across social media. Video after video showed women choosing the bear, speaking up against rape culture and speculating how a man alone in the woods could be up to no good, while a bear in the woods is less suspicious. Others were outraged by the idea that a random man might seem more a threat to a woman than a wild animal. And now, the new Netflix movie Apex seems certain to reignite this debate. To be clear, there is no bear in Apex. (Sorry for the spoiler?) Charlize Theron stars as Sasha, a physically strong and resilient rock climber, who takes her thrill-seeking to the Australian wilderness, where she aims to kayak down white rapids alone. However, her plan for reflective solitude is interrupted when she crosses paths with Ben (Taron Egerton), who seems friendly at first, but soon proves to be the deadliest threat …

This is how to choose the right shampoo without wasting lots of money

This is how to choose the right shampoo without wasting lots of money

Published by Daniella Wilson

The allure of lavishly packaged shampoos, promising miraculous transformations for a hefty price tag, often leaves consumers questioning whether their expensive formulations truly outperform their more affordable high-street counterparts. Experts suggest that budget-friendly shampoos and conditioners, readily available in supermarkets and pharmacies, can be just as effective as premium brands, advising a focus on ingredients, individual scalp and hair needs, and overall hair care routines. While some premium brands do contain active ingredients that naturally incur higher costs, other factors influencing price include the size of the manufacturing company and investments in organic ingredients, sustainable agriculture, and recycled materials. Dr Crystal Aguh, a dermatologist and director of the Ethnic Skin Program at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, categorises hair into two main types: damage-prone and damage-resistant. Damage-prone hair typically includes very curly hair, chemically treated hair, and hair styled with hot tools. Conversely, damage-resistant attributes are often found in oily and straight hair. For those with damage-prone hair, Dr Aguh recommends avoiding shampoos where sodium lauryl sulfate is a primary ingredient, as it can strip …

This is how to choose the right shampoo without wasting lots of money

How to choose the right shampoo without wasting money

Published by Daniella Wilson

The allure of lavishly packaged shampoos, promising miraculous transformations for a hefty price tag, often leaves consumers questioning whether their expensive formulations truly outperform their more affordable high-street counterparts. Experts suggest that budget-friendly shampoos and conditioners, readily available in supermarkets and pharmacies, can be just as effective as premium brands, advising a focus on ingredients, individual scalp and hair needs, and overall hair care routines. While some premium brands do contain active ingredients that naturally incur higher costs, other factors influencing price include the size of the manufacturing company and investments in organic ingredients, sustainable agriculture, and recycled materials. Dr Crystal Aguh, a dermatologist and director of the Ethnic Skin Program at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, categorises hair into two main types: damage-prone and damage-resistant. Damage-prone hair typically includes very curly hair, chemically treated hair, and hair styled with hot tools. Conversely, damage-resistant attributes are often found in oily and straight hair. For those with damage-prone hair, Dr Aguh recommends avoiding shampoos where sodium lauryl sulfate is a primary ingredient, as it can strip …