


During social distancing, we’ve been forced to coming up with new and innovative ways to hang out with each other. Obviously, video chat is a big part of that. We’re using apps like Zoom, Google Hangouts and FaceTime more than ever, both for work and just for hanging out with family friends. B if you’re looking to add a different level of intrigue to virtual hangs, you don’t just have to have face to face conversations. Here are 5 other ways to hang out on line, that will let you spice things up, or chill out in a way that’s more low-key.

10 Great Sweatpants to Wear at HomeSweatpants are the epitome of casual, but you don’t have to just wear them chillin’ at home. The best are comfy enough for a day inside, but you can still go for a jog in them. They come in all kinds of materials from all-cotton fleece-back jersey, to super comfy tri-blend concoctions or high-end cashmere and velour versions. Whether you’re getting in a workout or are staying in, these are some of our favorite, most stylish sweatpants.

According to Experts, You’re Showering All WrongShowering is seemingly a simple thing. It’s a relaxing part of the daily routine, but we don’t do it merely to keep ourselves clean and smelling approachable. We do it to keep ourselves healthy. And while most of us like to think we’ve got the whole shower thing nailed down, most experts say you’re probably overdoing it.

What’s the Difference Between a $500 and a $2,000 TV?Let’s say you’re in the market for the new TV, and you’re finally looking to make the jump to 4K. When you’re shopping around, you come across a puzzling situation: two brand new TVs, identical in size, but with two very different prices. One costs $500 while the other $2,000. What’s the deal? What does that extra money actually buy you, and do you need it? Ultimately, it boils down to picture quality and specifically the technology being used to put the colors on the screen.
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