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Medscape
a day ago
- Health
- Medscape
Residency Interviews? Stay Organized With This Hack
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Interview season can be so stressful, but it can also be really fun. My biggest piece of advice to stay organized during an interview season is actually to create an Excel spreadsheet. In all of the columns of the Excel spreadsheet, I want you to write down things that are important to you and keep track of them throughout every interview at every program that you do. Some things that I had written down were location, how many residents per class, the pay, if they gave free cafeteria food, how many months of medicine or other inpatient experiences I would have to do at that program, and the amount of vacation that they would give you. All of those things are super important to quality of life and how you will really fit into the program. Just think about a couple of things that you find super important and are going to be valuing when you rank these programs and keep a list of them, because after you've interviewed at like 10 programs, you won't remember which program said this or that. Making sure you're organized in an Excel fashion is the best way to do so.
CBC
2 days ago
- General
- CBC
Future of Beverly Motel still unknown after appeal filed against transitional housing project
An organization is working towards opening transitional housing in Edmonton's Beverly neighbourhood. They had planned to open in early July but faced some pushback with their permit. Now they must wait to see if the decision falls in their favour.
Android Authority
3 days ago
- Android Authority
I've tried dozens of to-do apps — these 6 clicked with me, but one's my favorite
Megan Ellis / Android Authority I may not be that big of a productivity nerd, but I do like my things organized, and I go to great lengths to find a system that works for me. My style is that I don't control every minute of my day — so I'm less of a calendar person and more of a to-do list guy. That's a subtle way of saying that I've tried a lot of to-do apps before zeroing in on one. I have an unbeatable favorite that works perfectly for my workflow, but there are several others that are equally capable, if not more, and could easily become the app you impulsively open. Here are some of the top to-do list apps you can try, along with my favorite one: TickTick Megan Ellis / Android Authority No matter which to-do app I try to test the waters, I keep coming back to TickTick. It's that good! In fact, it's the most feature-rich app I've come across — and that statement has remained true through the years I've used it. It's got excellent timing options for setting reminders, like 'first' or 'last working day of the month,' and it doesn't get any more granular than this. You'll also find options to change the view to Kanban for easy scrolling, ways to share lists with friends and family, and dedicated apps (not web wrappers) available across a variety of platforms. It's definitely a power-user app, but without feeling bloated. The nicest thing is that it doesn't constantly nudge you to pay for it. Most of the features I need are available in the free plan, and I've never felt the need to upgrade. Todoist Andy Walker / Android Authority Todoist feels like the productivity app that email whizzes would die for. It gives you a morning overview of your day when you wake up, an evening review of what you did (and didn't), and a daily digest email for your tasks. It feels like that sophisticated executive in a sharp-looking black suit who likes keeping everything in order. There are a bunch of ways to organize your tasks under 'My Projects,' with further filtering available through labels and priority levels. Like TickTick, it also supports natural language input, so you can type 'put out trash tomorrow at 7 AM,' and it will automatically pick the date and time. It's the perfect minimalist to-do app, though a lot of features are locked behind a paywall. Microsoft To Do For those in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem who use Outlook for work, Microsoft has its own first-party to-do list app with deep integrations. And it's surprisingly easy to use and doesn't look clunky like Outlook. Thankfully, you don't have to take a subscription from Microsoft to access it. The app is completely free and is quite feature-rich for one of Microsoft's non-core apps. It's got several customization options to add groups and nest lists under them, which is great for things like managing multiple projects from a single client. Microsoft has also done a good job of not making the app look boring, thanks to nice wallpapers and the option to add custom ones too, so you can add an inside meme as a background for a list shared with your friends for an upcoming trip. Google Tasks Andy Walker / Android Authority I recently gave Google Tasks a go, and while it pales in comparison to TickTick, it's still worth your consideration if you want something basic to handle your daily chores. Think of it as the to-do app version of Google Keep — it's free, doesn't try to do too much (ironic, given the name), comes bundled with your Android phone, and doesn't overwhelm you with too many options. While it's come a long way over the years and is actually useful for a lot of users with minimal needs, I wish Google made some critical improvements. For instance, it still doesn't support location-based reminders (something Keep has been able to do for ages), nor does it have any sharing features. It could easily beat Microsoft To Do, but so far, it's stuck just a step behind. Notion Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Productivity nerds saw this coming from a mile away, right? Notion is a lot of things — you can mold it however you like and make it personal to you. So why not make it a task manager too? You can use checkboxes to create your own minimal to-do list, but you get access to a lot more complexity if you pick pre-built Notion templates for task management, and they won't cost a dime. It sure isn't the most intuitive one on this list, especially for someone who just wants a simple task manager. But if you're already using Notion, it's safe to assume you're in the top percentile of people who can be labeled productivity nerds. Pair that with the urge to use a single app for every single thing, and Notion is your answer. It doesn't get better than this. Post-it Yeah, Post-it is on this list — and not the paper kind. Just hear me out. A Post-it note is a scribbled list of things you need to do or keep in mind while doing something. It doesn't have any other attributes — no time, no date, no hierarchy, nothing. Just notes, stuck on your kitchen shelf for you to glance at once in a while. What if you could do exactly that on your phone? Post-it has an Android app that lets you stick a Post-it note to your home screen. Simple. It just sits there with a list of text in a handwriting font for authenticity, of course — so you can glance at it while scrolling through your home screens. The app actually offers much more, like creating a virtual canvas for brainstorming, full of colorful notes, but I use a single note on the home screen for things that aren't urgent but need my attention, maybe within a week or two. Like calling a friend I've been putting off for months. Which to-do list app do you prefer? 0 votes TickTick NaN % Todoist NaN % Microsoft To Do NaN % Google Tasks NaN % Notion NaN % Post-it notes NaN % Having a solid to-do list app gets half the job done. If the tool works well, you won't have to fiddle with it all the time, trying to make it work. You can pick a tool as complex as Notion or as simple as a Post-it note app on your home screen. What's your favorite kind of task management — the easy way, the complex one, or somewhere in the middle? Let me know via the poll above or in the comments below.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Guelph Storm Add Size With New Imports; Both 2025 CHL Import Draft Selections Signed
The Guelph Storm are looking to bounce back after a challenging season, where they finished second-last in the league with a record of 21-38-9. They also allowed the second-most goals against, with a total of 301. The organization is hopeful that their young players are prepared to improve, and they have provided additional support through the 2025 CHL Import Draft.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Back to school, back to sanity! Decluttering tips for a smooth start to the school year
The start of the school year is your second chance at a New Year The backpacks are zipped, the lunchboxes are packed, and for a brief, blissful moment, you can see your floor again. Back-to-school season is more than just supply lists and after-school pickups. For parents, it's a golden opportunity to reset the house, the routines, and your relationship with kid clutter. As a professional organizer, I see it every year: families riding the wave of summer chaos straight into fall with zero time to course-correct. But here's the secret: the start of the school year is your second chance at a New Year. If you're tired of tripping over last year's lunchboxes, outgrown soccer cleats, and mystery slime containers, here's your game plan. 1. Before you buy, declutter Back-to-school shopping feels like a rite of passage, but it's also a trap. So many families stock up on new supplies before they check what's already hiding in junk drawers and backpacks. Pull out every pencil, marker, glue stick, and folder you can find. Make a "shop at home" bin. Only after that do you go to the store and bring the list, not the guilt! This isn't just about saving money. It's about breaking the acquisition cycle. Buying more stuff to organize your stuff is not the answer. 2. Create a "done with it" bin Kids are sneaky clutter creators. Rocks from recess, half-colored worksheets, broken beaded creations, they end up everywhere! Give your child a designated 'done with it' bin or basket in their room or by the entryway. Every week (Friday's a great rhythm), you do a 5-minute sweep: toss what's trash, save what's special, and reset for the week ahead. This gives kids agency and teaches them how to recognize what's worth keeping. 3. Declutter without the drama Getting kids to part with their stuff can feel like a hostage negotiation. But here's what works: Give them choices: 'You can keep five art projects. Pick your favorites.' Use time limits: 'We're doing a 15-minute toy edit, race you!' Honor their input: Even if you disagree with what they want to keep, letting them decide builds their organizing muscle. Remember: the goal is progress, not perfection. You're raising declutter-literate kids, not minimalist monks. 4. Create zones for sanity Kids thrive on routine, and so do grown-ups. One of the best things you can do? Create clear, designated zones in your home: Drop zone by the door (hooks, a tray, a backpack bin). Homework zone that's stocked but clutter-free. Clothing zone where uniforms, socks, and shoes live together. Every item should have a home, because if it doesn't, it ends up on your kitchen counter. Again. 5. The post-bus clean sweep The house is finally quiet. The kids are at school. You could scroll. Or nap. Or... hear me out... reclaim your space. Take one hour and tackle what you couldn't get to all summer: Purge the toy bin. Edit the bookshelves. Let go of the pool toys. Think of it as your decluttering victory lap, because your home deserves to feel as fresh as your kids' new notebooks. 6. Don't organize alone Back-to-school is overwhelming. The schedules. The activities. The carpools. If it all feels like too much, you're not failing, you're just human. Call in help! Ask a friend to do a toy swap. Get your kids involved. Or hire a pro if that's an option. You don't need to carry the clutter alone. Bottom line? Back-to-school is your opportunity to teach life skills. How to make decisions, how to let go, and how to take care of your space. A clutter-free home doesn't mean you've 'got it all together.' It means you've made space for what matters: peace, presence, and a little breathing room between drop-off and dinner. Solve the daily Crossword
