As it turns out, Americans really like to hike. In 2016 the Pew Research Center found that half of Americans had gone on at least one hike the year before.
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12 gift ideas for TV lovers who don’t need a 1,000th Funko Pop
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We get it, Kevin. You like watching TV. Now, get Ramsay Bolton off my desk.
In recent years, Funko Pop figurines have become the signature clutter of TV and movie fanatics everywhere. From tiny Tina Belchers to mini Marty McFlys, a diverse array of thousands of Funko Pop characters are available for purchase.
But, let’s get real. Everyone who owns Funko Pops already has too many and—considering distant relatives regularly treat them as easy stocking stuffers—they’ve become a pretty clichéd gift.
Sure, that’s a bummer. But, have no fear! We understand the sentiment behind the Funko Pop purchase and we’re more than happy to help you send the same message minus the monotony. Read more…
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View More 12 gift ideas for TV lovers who don’t need a 1,000th Funko PopNeed a killer gift idea? The 2017 MacBook Pro with the Touch Bar (refurbished) is on sale for $150 off
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The holiday season is right around the corner, which means you’re gonna have to start picking out gifts soon. If you’re shopping for someone special and really want to wow them, we have an idea:
Get them a MacBook Pro.
Is that going too hard? Nope. You can snag a good-as-new 13-inch MacBook Pro refurb with a Touch Bar for $1,349 and get free shipping. And listen: No one said you can’t gift it to yourself.
The PCMag Shop is killin’ it with MacBook Pro deals lately — Apple seems to be trying to clear house, possibly to make room for something new. We covered a similar refurb deal two weeks ago, and though you’re not saving quite as much here, $150 off and free shipping is still great. Read more…
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View More Need a killer gift idea? The 2017 MacBook Pro with the Touch Bar (refurbished) is on sale for $150 offThe best gifts for your friend who just landed a new job
By gum, they did it! They got the job!
Your ol’ pal’s gone and landed themselves a brand new employment situation, and you’re the kind of friend who’ll celebrate their successes with a little something.
But what do you get someone who’s just la…
Gifts for people who loved the movie (or show) but are lying about having read the book
“Oh my goodness! I can’t wait to see [insert movie or show title.] I loved the book.”
Did you love the book, Stephanie? Did you…really?
Nothing compares to the awkward back-and-forth that comes with discussing a book one member of the convers…
4 toys to give kids a head start in STEM without screen time
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Welcome to Small Humans, an ongoing series at Mashable that looks at how to take care of – and deal with – the kids in your life. Because Dr. Spock is nice and all, but it’s 2018 and we have the entire internet to contend with.
Buzzwords like “STEM” and “STEAM” are everywhere these days. When it comes to educating young minds, learning these skills — science, technology, engineering, art, and math — can help prepare budding minds for the future workforce. More specifically, coding is an increasingly popular skill needed in today’s society.
“Often children don’t know any scientists or engineers personally, depending on the family,” says Roger Malina, professor of arts and technology at the University of Texas at Dallas. “The earlier they can get hands-on experience, the better. This helps to demystify careers they don’t have family models for.” Read more…
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The best gifts for your horror movie loving friend
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Everyone has a friend who knows not to run upstairs when they should be running out the front door.
I’m talking the horror movie fan in your life, who’s so similar to Randy Meeks from Scream or Marty Mikalski from Cabin in the Woods they’ll never, ever investigate a basement or deep, dark forest with you.
This is the friend who knows “the rules” — they will tell you not to pick up the phone, not to have sex (“sex equals death”), never drink or do drugs, and never, ever, ever, under any circumstances, say “I’ll be right back.”
You won’t be back.
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View More The best gifts for your horror movie loving friend17 gifts for people who don’t drink enough water
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How much water do you drink a day, really? What about your closest pal, or your family? Be honest. If it’s not the two litres recommended, then we’ve got work to do.
We all know someone (or are someone) who refuses to reach their daily H2O quota, so perhaps said rebel just needs a little sprucing up of their water receptacle. Plus, with an estimated 8 million tonnes of plastic waste entering the global marine environment each year, having your own bottle is no longer a want, it’s a planetary need.
SEE ALSO: Quit single-use plastic for good with this collapsible water bottle that shrinks to fit in your pocket Read more…
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View More 17 gifts for people who don’t drink enough water9 gifts you can totally borrow from your friends later
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The season of giving is almost upon us, but this year why not give gifts that you can enjoy as well? Why not give a gift you can borrow?
Think about it: Giving a friend a gift you’d want to receive yourself shows that you’ve picked out a high quality item and have selflessly given it away, rather than keeping it for yourself. Is it so terrible to want to borrow it from time to time? My feeling: no, it is not. What friend or loved one wouldn’t want you to think economically while gift shopping?
Still, perhaps it is best to keep people in the dark about your plans to borrow their stuff — for a few days, at least. Read more…
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View More 9 gifts you can totally borrow from your friends laterMeUndies just released matching Star Wars underwear and they are top tier #RelationshipGoals
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A long time (a few hours) ago, in a galaxy (website) far far away…
MeUndies has debuted his and hers underwear that could make even the most stuck-up, scruffiest, half-witted nerf-herders look like a snack — no Jedi mind tricks required.
Meet the limited edition Star Wars collection by MeUndies, and may the no pants days be with you.
Claiming to be the world’s (er, galaxy’s) softest underwear, MeUndies is known for their adorable patterns and matching sets for couples who want to be extra AF. (We’ve been obsessed with them for a while now, and a Star Wars pattern ups their badass factor by a ton.) Fans have also been waiting for a Star Wars pattern to be released, and behold, it has finally happened. Your butt is about to look impressive, most impressive. Read more…
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Save on personalized star charts from Strellas and win the romantic gift game for good
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It’s been 16 years since bad boy Landon named a star after Jamie in the classic teen romance A Walk to Remember, but there’s nothing out there that could be quite that romantic.
Or is there?
A company called Strellas is bringing the complexity and calmness of stars into your home with their unique personalized star maps. Looking up at the night’s sky can make us feel close to loved ones who are miles away, or remind us that there’s a great big world out there ready to explore.
Founded by a couple whose first date included watching stars, Strellas uses NASA Astronomical Data Center’s Star catalog to recreate the sky from any particular moment in time. Simply enter your preferred location, day, and time — think wedding anniversary or when your child was born — and Strellas will transpose the sky onto a map. The company uses heavyweight, professional grade paper that’s perfect for framing or hanging up on its own. Read more…
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Best Father’s Day gifts for your tech-savvy dad
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If you’ve got the kind of dad who’s always equipped with the latest gadget, stays updated on all the tech news, and is more devoted to his smart devices than you are, then you should absolutely check out this list of Father’s Day gift ideas.
We’ve hunted down premium gadgets galore that your tech-loving dad is sure to appreciate. From next-level grilling devices to fitness trackers, smart watches, and more, these tech itemssure to please come Father’s Day.
Here are the 15 best tech gifts for your dad:
An Amazon Echo Dot — $49.99
Introduce your dad to Alexa.
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