Lifestyle
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Dr. Prime? Why Amazon’s Purchase of a Health Care Provider Is Scary
Amazon closed on its $3.9 billion dollar deal to buy One Medical, a membership-based health care company that offers virtual services and has offices across the country. But the ramifications on patient privacy of a massive retail conglomerate providing health care…
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White House Program Looks To Save New Homebuyers $800 a Year
With the recent run-up in mortgage rates and housing prices still near record highs, the White House is hoping to ease some of the sticker shock of buying a home with a program that could save some first-time and low-income…
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Starbucks Wants To Put Olive Oil in Your Coffee
Ever thought of dumping a tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in your coffee? Starbucks has, and the chain has begun selling it too. Starbucks’ new line of Oleato drinks sport at least a tablespoon of olive oil in each and…
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7 Purchases That Frugal Redditors Say Drastically Improved Their Lives
When it comes to frugality, saving money is only half the battle. The more difficult task is knowing when to put aside your miserliness and buy something meaningful. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of seven purchases that budget-conscious Redditors…
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Wegmans Expands Online Ordering Options for SNAP Customers
East Coast grocery chain Wegmans is expanding online ordering for customers using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits and electronic benefit transfer cards to include its website and mobile app — and it’s waiving delivery fees on the first three orders.…
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A Chicken Fried Steak Meal for $5? You’ll Never Guess Where
One fast-food chain is beefing up its menu — literally — and it’s probably the chain you’d least expect. KFC has added a chicken fried steak meal to its menu. In case you’re not familiar with the Southern staple, there’s no…
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The Rich Are Dodging a Massive Tax Bill – Legally
Feeling the hit at tax time? That must mean you’re not a member of the 1%, since the upper-upper crust is skirting $160 billion in taxes each year, according to…
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New Costco Food Court Sandwich Costs the Same as a Whole Pizza
Costco might have sworn to sell its hot dog and soft drink combo for $1.50 “forever,” but adhering to cheapness isn’t the name of the game when it comes to…
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United Airlines’ New Seating Policy May Save Families Money
Flying with United Airlines is about to get more convenient for families thanks to the carrier’s new family seating policy that allows parents to sit with their children without paying…
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5 Trader Joe’s Products That Fans Say Have Gone Downhill
If there’s anything Trader Joe’s fans hate more than a product’s inexplicable disappearance (rest in peace, Belgian chocolate pudding), it’s when the retailer ruins a beloved item’s recipe. According to…
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Your Bread May Have an Additive Banned in Europe, China, and India
Consumers may think the Food and Drug Administration bans anything questionable from ending up in the food stream, but an additive banned in Europe, China, and India got the go-ahead…
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The Cheapest Ways To Move Across the Country — And Other Moving Tips
Moving across the country can be a financial nightmare. But fear not, fellow cheapskates. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you (well, not exactly), scouring the web, trawling social media,…
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21 Groundbreaking Movies That Boomers Love
From “Pulp Fiction” and “Citizen Kane” to “Meet Me in St. Louis” and “Parasite,” there will always be stand-out movies that resonate with audiences across the world and become part…
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TV Shows With the Most Not-Yet-Famous Guest Stars
If you’re a binger of old TV series, you might recognize a fair number of future stars honing their acting chops in smaller roles. For example, in 1996 Viola Davis…
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America’s Most Iconic Houses of Worship
While religious beliefs are a personal topic, many can agree that houses of worship have become iconic in our culture. The status of these institutions might be a nod to…
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The Most Notorious Killers Who Were Never Caught
While many murderers are captured and put behind bars, some of the most notorious and shocking murder cases remain unsolved — for now. Law enforcement is using DNA testing to…
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18 Things You Didn’t Know About Chewing Gum
Most of us don’t think a lot about gum — we just chew it. But as with so many other things, it turns out chewing gum has a pretty fascinating…
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Phony Postage Stamp Use Is Surging: How To Tell Real From Fake
Phony postage stamps are nothing new but that doesn’t mean the problem is going away. The Postal Service says the use of counterfeit stamps is rising and continues to warn…
