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    The Best (and Worst) Fast-Food Themed Clothing

    These days, fast-food restaurants that want to get customers’ attention need to sell more than great food, they also have to offer standout merchandise. For many, that means getting into the clothing business, which helps build brand loyalty and provides…

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    Products Trader Joe’s Should Carry, According to Shoppers

    Compared to larger supermarket chains and warehouse stores, Trader Joe’s can feel painfully small with its narrow aisles and limited selection of white-label products. After all, wouldn’t it be nice if Trader Joe’s sold rotisserie chicken? The retailer’s staunchest loyalists…

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    Costco-Themed Birthday Parties Are a Hit — Here’s How to Throw One

    When it comes to retail fandom, Costco fans are unmatched in their zeal. Case in point: The warehouse store’s shoppers are so devoted that it’s become a trend to celebrate Costco-themed birthday parties. As countless posts on social media show,…

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    Here’s Why Your New Credit Card Could Be Delayed

    Need a new credit card? Due to an ongoing microchip shortage, you might have to wait up to eight weeks for it to come in the mail, NPR reports. Chip cards, first adopted stateside in 2015, provide an extra layer…

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    Space Heater Safety Tips (So Your House Doesn’t Go Up in Flames)

    Space heaters are a convenient, low-cost way to warm up a room without having to heat an entire house, but just like any heating equipment, it’s essential to use space heaters safely. According to the National Fire Protection Association, heating…

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    Huge Food Recall Includes Ready-To-Eat Sandwiches, Fruit, Salads, and Desserts

    More than 400 ready-to-eat food products have been recalled because of possible listeria contamination.  The recalled products were sold under dozens of brand names at places where ready-to-eat products are available, including retail locations, vending machines, and transportation providers. The…