Lifestyle
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The 10 Most Annoying Types of Spam Calls Americans Receive
If you’re often getting sketchy calls from unknown numbers, you’re not alone. Spam calls are a common nuisance for Americans — with millions of complaints recorded each year. According to a study by QR Code Generator (pdf) using data from the…
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11 Photos of Funky ’70s Living Rooms That Give Us Fuzzy Vintage Vibes
Today’s living rooms are blanketed in gray, marked with modern furniture, and entirely boring if we’re being honest. The living rooms of the ’70s gave completely different vibes, embracing colors no one would dream of these days, combining intricate patterns,…
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10 “Healthy” Foods That Are the Opposite of Nutritious
It’s getting trickier to eat healthy these days. One minute, nutritionists swear by soy; the next, they’re convinced it’ll kill you. (It’s like they’re running a food-themed soap opera.) Meanwhile, food companies and their slick marketing teams slap whatever buzzwords…
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No AC? You’re Not Alone. Here’s How Frugal Redditors Beat the Heat
With summer around the corner, we can finally look forward to relaxing beach days, sipping piña coladas by the pool, and cooling down by the air conditioner. But what if your trusty AC unit decides to stop working just before summer…
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Hot Savings: 15 Money-Saving Tips to Cut Costs This Summer
These summer money-saving tips can help you lower utility bills, reduce expenses, and enjoy the season without overspending.
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Classic ‘As Seen on TV’ Products You Probably Bought Late at Night
Late-night television has long been a gateway to impulse buys and quirky gadgets that promise to revolutionize our lives. Those “As Seen on TV” infomercials featured clever marketing ploys to lure viewers in with catchy jingles, enthusiastic demonstrations, and irresistible…
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Never Do These Things Before Going to Sleep
We all know the benefits of a good night’s sleep: improved memory, better mood, increased productivity, and even a stronger immune system. Yet, according to the CDC, nearly 70 million…
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Money Woes of the Rich and Famous: 11 Celebrities Who Filed for Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is a financial nightmare that can affect anyone, even the rich and famous. Despite their often lavish lifestyles and staggering earnings, numerous celebrities have faced hefty financial difficulties, with…
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6 Old-School Companies That Are Suddenly Trendy Again
Who knows how and why things become trendy again, but certain brands seem to last forever. Sometimes those brands take a journey nobody saw coming, and wind up far trendier…
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13 Board Games From Your Childhood That Are Still Being Made Today
What’s the one thing you can find stacks of at every garage sale, and that everyone has a closet full of already? Board games. They’re a great way for kids…
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The Surprising History of Your Favorite Ballpark Foods
Taking the family to a baseball game is one of summer’s best traditions, and eating all that ballpark food might be even better than watching the game. No matter what…
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9 Foods You Should Never Cook in Aluminum Foil
While you can use aluminum foil to cook certain foods and prevent them from drying out (and even use foil to clean quite a few things), the hack doesn’t apply…
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9 Jobs That Still Offer Traditional Pensions
A traditional pension (also known as a defined-benefit plan) guarantees a specific monthly benefit at retirement that’s typically based on salary and years of service. But in today’s job market,…
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Retro Gadgets That Were Surprisingly Ahead of Their Time
In an era where technology evolves at lightning speed, it’s easy to forget the trailblazers who paved the way for today’s innovations. Long before smartphones and smartwatches, there were gizmos…
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10 Things Boomers Should Consider Selling in Retirement
As more baby boomers enter retirement, many find themselves grappling with the challenges of being able to live comfortably without savings or additional financial support. In fact, up to 40% of older Americans…
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The Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in the MLB
Major League Baseball continues to captivate fans with its thrilling games, legendary players, and, of course, staggering salaries. As we look at the 2024 season, the financial landscape of the sport…
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Hilariously Bad DIY Disasters We Saw This Week
When it comes to DIY projects, just because you can doesn’t mean you should. In fact, it doesn’t even mean you can. You might just think you can. Need to…
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9 Insanely Stupid Things Billionaires Did With Their Money
Despite the immense potential billionaires have to make positive changes to the world, many choose to spend their fortunes on wildly extravagant and frivolous pursuits. Though some of the world’s…
