Lifestyle
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Dental Disaster: DIY Teeth Hacks on TikTok Can Have ‘Catastrophic’ Results, Experts Warn
While TikTok can be a valuable resource for high-protein recipes, cleaning tips, and in-depth discussions about whether Meghan Markle is totally dissing her father-in-law, it may not be the best place to pick up dental care hacks. I know, it’s…
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Screw Ticketmaster: Here’s How to Get Cheap Concert Tickets
With more people itching to see their favorite artists perform live in a post-pandemic world, the price of concert tickets has skyrocketed. But not all hope is lost: There are still ways to find and buy tickets at a discount. Here…
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Hoarders Rejoice! People Are Actually Selling (and Buying) Old McDonald’s Food Containers
Under the heading of “Crap You Seriously Thought Was Garbage But It Turns Out Some Idiot Will Pay Good Money for It,” we have this: There is a treasure trove (or garbage pile) full of McDonald’s packaging available for sale…
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Someone’s Selling Replica Pizza Hut Lamps for $495, In Case That’s Your Thing
There are many things I could think to do with $500. This is not one of them. But hey, the cool kids are into ’90s nostalgia and thus, a Pizza Hut replica hanging lamp shade complete with red-and-white checkerboard tiles…
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Don’t Be a Victim: 21 Cheap Ways to Protect Yourself From Thieves
With prices rising for everything from fast food to cars, it should be no surprise that thieves are looking for ways to take advantage — even stealing gasoline from cars. Unfortunately, protecting yourself can be pricey. If you don’t have cash…
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Why I Will Never, Ever Have Another Yard Sale
It’s been a lot of years since I plopped down my old, unloved stuff at a yard sale — and it’s not something I plan to do twice. While some people in my neighborhood like nothing better than to drag…
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A Busy Mom’s Favorite Cooking Hacks to Make Easier and Cheaper Meals
Unless you’ve got unlimited time and unwavering skills in the kitchen, cooking meals at home can be, well, a pain in the ass. As a mom of four who loves…
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Credit Union vs. Bank: How To Choose the One That Best Fits Your Financial Needs
Following Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB’s) implosion this year — not to mention the consequent venture capitalist bailout — only 10% of American consumers say they have confidence in the country’s…
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Get Your Forever Stamps Pronto! Postage Rates Likely to Go Up This Summer
Ready to pay more to mail a letter? The USPS is hoping so, as it has announced plans to hike the rate for sending a letter to 66 cents. The…
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The Internet Might Actually Kill You With Medical Misinformation, Says the FDA
The life expectancy in the U.S. is dropping — and is a shocking 3 to 5 years shorter than in other high-income countries. While COVID-19 didn’t help, the gap is…
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Planning on Planting? Check Out These Cheap, Year-Round DIY Greenhouse Ideas
Given that greenhouses can cost as much as $25,000, only the wealthiest cold-climate gardeners can afford to keep their plants happy year-round. Unless, that is, you build the greenhouse yourself.…
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So You Need Therapy but Can’t Afford It. Now What?
A staggering 90% of Americans say that the U.S. is experiencing a mental health crisis. And yet, access to care remains terrible, with the largest barrier being inadequate insurance coverage…
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Don’t Sink Your Wallet: 7 Things You Should Never Buy While on a Cruise
As soon as you set foot on a cruise ship, you’ve effectively marooned yourself on a budget-busting island. Sure, your food might be included, but can you resist the tropical…
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Happy Half-Price Ham Week! This 50% Off Target Deal Stocks My Freezer for Months
Forget egg hunts, Easter bunnies, and sidewalk chalk. Now that I am an adult, the only thing that excites me about Easter is the half-price ham I get from Target…
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The Healthiest Dog Breeds (Or Why You Shouldn’t Get a French Bulldog Unless You’re Flush With Cash)
French Bulldogs have officially become the most popular dog breed in America. In fact, they’re so hot right now that they’re a target for theft, and sell for thousands of…
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Weed Out Your Worries: 5 Cheap Ways to Combat Garden Intruders
Landscaping takes time, patience, and of course, money. But there are plenty of ways for green thumbs to save some green. When it comes to weeds — the most obnoxiously inevitable…
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Carol Burnett Turns 90: Her Life in Photos
On April 26, the legendary Carol Burnett celebrates her 90th birthday, and it’s impossible not to feel a sense of awe and admiration and for her remarkable career and enduring legacy. …
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Don’t Let Your Wardrobe Suffer: These 7 Personal Care Products Can Ruin Your Clothes
Unbeknownst to many people, certain household or personal care products can ruin clothes by causing discoloration, staining, or weakening of the fibers. Some personal care products like hair dye, insect…
