5 ways your library could help you spend less
People tell me they don’t like the library because it doesn’t have the latest books. And I completely agree. If you strongly prefer new books, then buying them is the only solution. Plus, you get to read the book when it’s in the news and people are talking about it. ...

Strangest nutrition facts I’ve seen
Nutrition facts from coconut powder: The saturated fat content is ridiculously high (a mere 25g of this stuff has about as much artery-clogging fat as a Chipotle Burrito Bowl). And to top it off, the total fat is somehow listed as 8 grams lower than the saturated fat. The % Daily values ...

The rule of 25% for calculating restaurant tips
I'm often asked to figure out the tip at restaurants because I have a degree in math. I used to explain that a math degree does not mean I'm a human calculator, but I decided it would be easier to have a rule of thumb on hand so I can ...

Understanding strictly dominated strategies, and 3 ways this can save you money
The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt–Bertrand Russell A few months ago I was trying to catch a cab in San Francisco on a busy Saturday night. It is quite a game to pick the right spot. The ...