Lifestyle
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Samsung Washing Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard
Samsung washing machines sold at Costco, Best Buy, Home Depot, and other stores nationwide have been recalled due to a risk of fire caused by the control panel overheating. Samsung has received reports of 51 of the washing machines smoking,…
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20 Christmas Songs We Love to Hate
Every December, you’ll hear some wonderful Christmas favorites on the radio, the TV, and in every store you enter. But there are some Christmas songs that really should be banished to the do-not-play list. From annoying melodies and questionable lyrics…
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Gift Card Mistakes to Avoid
Gift cards are the ultimate no-brainer gift, and with supply-chain issues making it hard for many shoppers to get their hands on what they want, gift cards are poised for another big year. Whether you’re giving gift cards, receiving them,…
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Instacart Offering SNAP Users Discount on Annual Membership
If you used Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to purchase groceries via Instacart within the last six months using an electronic benefit transfer card, the grocery delivery service is offering a tantalizing deal: A yearlong Instacart+ membership for half price.…
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5 Hands-Free Shoes That Are Actually Stylish and Comfortable
At a time when technology seems to make everything a little easier, it was only a matter of time before we wouldn’t even need our hands to put on shoes. At their core, hands-free shoes make it easier to get…
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Weird and Wacky Property Listings That’ll Leave You Scratching Your Head
The overheated housing market is beginning to cool, giving anxious buyers a bit more breathing room before having to make one of the biggest commitments of a lifetime. Still, there are some unique abodes that fall under the category of,…
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Popeyes Is Giving Out Free Chicken Sandwiches for the Holidays
Popeyes is giving everyone a gift this holiday season: a free chicken sandwich. From now through Jan. 1, you can grab one of the chain’s famous crispy fried chicken sandwiches…
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The Best Dog Breeds for Apartments and Small Living Spaces
Living in an apartment or studio doesn’t mean you can’t have a furry bestie. Though small dogs are typically easier to manage in compact living spaces, the size of your…
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Will Costco Raise Membership Fee in 2023? All Signs Point to Yes
The fee for the privilege of loading your cart with $5 rotisserie chickens and bulk toilet paper at Costco is likely to go up in 2023. Right now, a basic…
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Horror Stories From Notoriously Toxic Workplaces
The video game industry has been held out as an example where frat-boy culture is pervasive and can lead to accusations of sexism, harassment, and bullying, including at big-name companies.…
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The Best Christmas Cookies In Every State
Getting a container of cookies from your neighbor during Christmastime is sort of like getting a box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day: You wind up sifting through the medley in…
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Pharmacies Limiting Children’s Pain Medicine
Pharmacies including Walgreens and CVS have implemented purchase limits on children’s pain relief and fever-reducing medications due to a surge in demand during a bad season for multiple respiratory illnesses.…
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Jimmy Buffett and Other Famous People With Christmas Birthdays
Is sharing your birthday with one of the most popular holidays a curse or a blessing? Feel free to ask any of these famous people who were born on Dec.…
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Holiday Houseguest Horror Stories
This season is stressful enough thanks to the usual perils of holiday travel plus a lingering pandemic, and adding houseguests to the chaos only makes it more volatile. If you’re hosting…
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Overpriced Items Redditors Say They’re Still Spending Money On
Redditors often share tips on how to score deals and save money, but what about when there aren’t any deals to be found? In a recent Reddit thread that drew more…
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A Century of Magical Holiday Photos
Although many Americans observe Christmas or Hanukkah, the holiday season is a magical time for anyone and everyone, with festive decorations galore, gatherings of family and friends, and of course,…
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Holiday Travel Horror Stories
When the holidays roll around, you can do your best to plan the perfect meals, gifts, and activities, but travel nightmares are always ready to bring out our collective inner…
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Dark Chocolate Bars Found To Contain Unsafe Amounts of Lead and Cadmium
Dark chocolate is commonly heralded as a heart-healthy sweet and is known as a nutritious — and delicious — source of antioxidants. Whether you indulge in dark chocolate for the sake of…
