Lifestyle
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Autumn Cornucopia: 10 Vegetables to Grow in Your Fall Garden
Temperatures may be dropping soon, but there’s still plenty to enjoy in a fall vegetable garden. Whereas fruit plants require particular care and take quite a while to mature (years, in the case of bushes and trees), some vegetables are…
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Keep That Healthy Glow: 13 Tips for Prolonging Your Summer Tan
After dedicating hours by the pool or enjoying weekends at the beach, sunbathers want to preserve that vibrant glow as long as possible. Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean a tan has to suffer the same fate.…
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8 Cheap Chew Toys Your Dog Will Dig
Chewing is a favorite doggie pastime and — depending on what the dog is chewing — a less-than-favorite habit from an owner’s perspective. Rather than have a bored pup chew up something that’s expensive to replace, give that four-legged pal…
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11 Dishes to Make From the Garden for Summer Savings
The fruits of a well-planned garden can add up to major savings on food while providing weeks of fresh and nutritious homegrown produce. The 11 recipes featured here incorporate crops popular with home gardeners, including herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, greens,…
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7 Best Mosquito Traps for Conquering Bugs on a Budget
Mosquitoes are a backyard nuisance every year, but headlines about the mosquito-borne Zika virus may have more people than usual scrambling for ways to keep these pests in check. If your typical mosquito-prevention plan consists of hand slaps and smelly…
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10 Ways to Shrink Your Dry Cleaning Bill and Still Look Great
The average American spends about $500 a year on dry cleaning, according to industry reports. While it may seem a necessary expense, many consumers are simply throwing money down the drain. But you don’t have to give up clean clothes…
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More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best
Buying smart means thinking long-term. These 11 products hold their resale value best, helping consumers recover more of what they spend.
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11 of the Coolest Races for Runners This Summer
Running alone outside or in the gym is satisfying for some, but many runners crave a bit of competition, motivation to train, or just some good old-fashioned fun. That’s where…
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11 Cheap Ways to Fight Sweaty, Smelly Feet This Summer
When the weather gets hot, sweat compensates for heat and controls body temperature. Feet may be the hardest workers: They have more sweat glands than any other part of the…
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11 Cheap Ways to Celebrate LGBT Pride
Pride Month is supposed to be a time of love and celebration. It can be hard to remember that in the wake of the horrific shooting at a gay club…
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17 Fun DIY Activities to Keep Kids Busy All Summer
While much of the world carries on as usual once school lets out for summer, parents of young children know the season can be challenging. The kids have endless hours…
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11 Peanut-Free Snacks That Are Safe for Kids’ Events
Kellogg’s announced plans earlier this year to add peanut flour to some previously peanut-free snacks, leaving fewer options for parents scrambling for quick and cheap snacks safe to bring along…
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10 Homemade Smoothies Better and Cheaper Than Chain Versions
Smoothies from nationwide chains tend to use juice blends and artificial syrups to create expensive, high-calorie drinks disguised as healthy options. Some are marketed as meal replacements or have added…
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20 Summer Vacation Spots Where Pets Are Welcome
Leaving Fido at home while on vacation can be expensive — whether it’s the cost of boarding or hiring a pet sitter — and stressful for both humans and man’s…
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13 Ideas for a Fun and Inexpensive Bachelorette Party
From low-key gatherings to creative celebrations, these budget-friendly bachelorette ideas keep costs down without losing the vibe
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Party Hearty: 23 Cheap Bachelor Party Ideas
Bachelor parties don’t have to be expensive. These budget-friendly ideas help you plan a fun, memorable celebration without overspending
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11 Amazing and Affordable Aquariums
A visit to the local aquarium can be pricey, but don’t rule out seeing sea creatures — these 11 fishy encounters across the country can be a bargain.
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15 Contracts That Can Be Painful to Cancel and How to Get Out of Them
Companies make it very easy for consumers to start using their services — by offering a free trial or requiring only a brief online form. Canceling is often more difficult.…
