3D printers can take a while to prove their worth around the house. You can have all sorts of fun printing toys, but it’s household repairs and objects that feel like quality-of-life improvements that’ll have you coming back for more.

When it comes to buying power tools for DIY projects around the house, many people instantly think of hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowe's, but Walmart is quietly becoming a go-to destination with more affordable options. While Ryobi and Milwaukee are great, Walmart's popular hand tool brand, Hyper Tough, is slowly but surely becoming a solid option for power tools.

Whether you have a garage full of Ryobi tools, a work truck packed with Milwaukee or DeWALT, or use any other major power tool brand, you know that the battery packs are just as important as the tools. They're expensive, too. And chances are, you're not storing them right. Thankfully, a few new habits or systems can extend runtime and prevent premature failure.

The Navy will outsource more aircraft carrier overhaul work to industry, aiming to free sailors for training and operations while streamlining maintenance.

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