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01 of 12 10 Best Nickelodeon Cartoons of the ’90s SpongeBob and Squidward. Nickelodeon It’s hard to believe that Nickelodeon is more than thirty-five years old. What started out as a quirky channel for kids, that featured green slime on a daily basis, has become one of the highest-rated networks, with a roster of award-winning hit series to its credit as well as toddler favorites like Paw Patrol. People who grew up in the ’90s saw Nickelodeon in its early stages, when edgy cartoons were starting to become popular....

As much as we hate to admit it, we all have to use the bathroom from time to time. We’re only human, after all. Most of the time, bathrooms are pretty standard places: toilet, sink, soap - how hard is that? But once in awhile you step into a commode so unusual and badly designed that you feel like you’ve entered the Twilight Zone! Check out 25 photos from Reddit’s r/CrappyDesign that might make you decide to just hold it until you get back to home base....

In volleyball, a down ball occurs when an attacker hits the ball overhand while standing on the ground, usually off the net. It is similar to a spike, although there are some differences. A ball that the attacker jumps and hits off the net, but without a good position for a tough attack can also be identified as a down ball. When the offense recognizes that the ball will be hit in this manner, they back off the net and do not block....

South Florida has, without a doubt, one of the most popular places for people to travel to throughout the pandemic.The region’s balmy weather, miles and miles of beaches and relatively few pandemic restrictions (for better or worse) have attracted thousands of visitors – and plenty of new permanent residents.Get the latest points, miles and travel news by signing up for TPG’s free daily newsletter.There’s no shortage of points hotels in South Florida, and come next month, visitors traveling on points will have yet another option to choose from when IHG opens the Kimpton Goodland Hotel – Fort Lauderdale Beach....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, and then book through an online travel agency such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern time within one day of booking....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Back in November, Capital One announced that it would be adding transfer partners for its Venture miles-earning cards sometime in December, though it declined to provide a specific date....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Here’s a good Tuesday afternoon pick-me-up: Chipotle has just officially launched a rewards program. And to celebrate, they’re giving customers free money via Venmo.The program, which was first introduced in test markets in October 2018, is now available for customers to participate in nationwide.The rules are simple: for every dollar spent at Chipotle, you can earn 10 rewards points....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For the latest travel news and deals delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for The Points Guy’s daily newsletter here!Some would argue that United’s Economy Plus is what Economy should be, offering several more inches of legroom (exact amounts differ slightly per aircraft type) and the ability to deplane a bit faster given the forward placement of the seats....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.While a travel credit card with welcome bonus and bonus spending categories tend to get the most attention, referring friends or family to cards you use has long been a good way to earn points and miles. Even better, many card issuers often offer limited-time elevated referral bonuses (subject to change at anytime) to encourage you to refer others to sign up....

Delta’s Sky Club network continues to grow.This time, it’s the airline’s Detroit (DTW) hub that’s receiving some love, with the much-anticipated opening of the airport’s fifth Sky Club on Tuesday, Dec. 7.The new club, located in Concourse A across from Gate A43, is on the small side. At just 4,600 square feet, it seats up to 100 travelers — a tiny fraction of the many Delta flyers who have access to the lounge each day that pass through Detroit....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For more TPG news and deals delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter here: https://thepointsguy.com/mailing-list//Delta is back with another SkyMiles flash sale, mostly to destinations on the West Coast, the Mountain States and British Columbia from now until Oct. 10 at 11:59 p.m. We’re seeing nonstop deals starting as low as 9,000 SkyMiles round-trip....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.“Reader Questions” are answered twice a week by TPG Senior Points & Miles Contributor Ethan Steinberg.Business credit cards can be an important tool in building up your points balances as they give you more welcome bonuses to consider and generally don’t show up on your personal credit report. You might even be surprised to learn that some of your money-making activities make you eligible to apply for business cards....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Editor’s note: This post was originally published on Oct. 24, 2018, but has been updated with current news and offers.In 2016 the Chase Sapphire Reserve claimed the (unofficial) throne as the king of rewards credit cards. It didn’t really matter if you were a single business traveler who lived in Manhattan or a family of four from Omaha, the Sapphire Reserve was the card for those serious about their rewards....

Jump to Recipe Holiday pie recipes are the perfect addition to any holiday spread and might even become a new family tradition! I have a list of amazing pies suitable for any occasion - from Easter to the 4th of July to Thanksgiving and Christmas! Nothing says happy holidays like a homemade dessert! Best Holiday Pie Recipes No holiday spread is complete without pie! In fact, we often have an array of pies on the table at my family get-togethers....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Deciding where to stay on a trip to the Walt Disney World isn’t easy. There are hundreds of options, all at different price points, with different amenities, different benefits, locations and themes. By the time you actually meet Mickey, no one can blame you for being a little … goofy from all the work you’ve already had to put in....

Jump to Recipe Panda Express Shanghai Angus Steak is a quick stir fry including onions, mushrooms, asparagus, and Angus sirloin steak. The secret to an amazing better-than-Panda version is in the sauce! I combine this easy to make entree with my homemade kecap manis for the best wok fried shanghai steak! Try my Panda Express Beijing Beef for another tasty Panda Express beef entree! My hearty Beef with Garlic Sauce is a delicious stir-fried beef dinner!...

Defying Gravity is the name of a game on the popular television game show, “Minute to Win It.” It requires contestants to keep three balloons in the air for one minute. Sounds easy enough, doesn’t it? “Minute to Win It” balloon games – actually, all their games – can be deceptive that way. In reality, the game is actually quite tough because there are a few other rules that make it challenging....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Now that metal credit cards are standard for premium rewards cards, many TPG readers find themselves asking, How do I dispose of a metal credit card?(Photo by The Points Guy)[pullquote source=“Thomas P."]I wanted the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire card. Initially, I got denied. So, I got the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card. A few days later, I got an invitation to the Aspire card from Hilton/Amex, so I got the Hilton card and cancelled the Bonvoy Brilliant....

My delightfully tasty sprinkle crinkle cookies are super easy to make and a fun way to celebrate the holidays with your family! These tender vanilla cookies are speckled with festive green and red sprinkles that almost look like snow-covered confetti, how fun! Crinkle Cookies With Sprinkles These delectable Christmas cookies start off with an easy vanilla crinkle cookie recipe that is made even more fabulous with a generous helping of sprinkles!...

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