Lifestyle
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30 Things You Didn’t Know About Puerto Rico
Hurricane Fiona pummeled Puerto Rico over the weekend, resulting in power outages for much of the island. Widespread flooding with more than 2 feet of water, with more rain on the way, could lead to catastrophic landslides and flash floods. Though…
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The Best Tech Gifts and Gadgets for Seniors
Whether you’re shopping for grandma and grandpa, a dear friend, or for yourself, you’re sure to find holiday inspiration with our favorite tech gifts for seniors. Need something sentimental? Load up a digital picture frame with photos of grandkids. Prefer…
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Holiday Gifts You Can Get at the Dollar Store
When holiday shopping leaves budgets stretched thin, it’s the dollar store to the rescue. The dollar store is a particularly good source for, well, dollar gifts, including stocking stuffers, classic kids’ toys, and practical finds for grown-ups. Stop in often…
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I Tried Stasher Bags. Are They Worth It?
You’ve likely seen them at your local Target, Whole Foods, or CVS: Stasher bags, the reusable silicone bags that all but promise to replace regular plastic storage bags. But are they as good as advertised? And at a significantly higher…
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Shoplifting Struggles End Wegmans Self-Checkout App
Beloved northeastern grocery chain Wegmans is doling out disappointment to its cult-following of customers. The retailer is doing away with its popular self-checkout app, Wegmans SCAN. The app, which rolled out in 2019, allowed shoppers to check out quicker, by…
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Walmart’s New Virtual Fitting Rooms Take the Guesswork Out of Online Shopping
Buying clothes online is akin to the retail world’s version of a blind date. You don’t know how an outfit will look on you until you see it on yourself, which is something online shopping doesn’t offer. But Walmart is…
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Celebrities Who’ve Run for Office
From presidential campaigns to local offices, these celebrities went beyond activism and pursued real political careers.
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Why I’m Glad My Kids Are 6 Years Apart
I have an almost-11-year-old son and an almost-5-year-old daughter. Many people seem to have a reaction to this sibling age gap. They either a) assume I had fertility issues (no,…
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RV Safety Products For Seniors and RVers With Disabilities
Those living the RV life need to hit the road with more than just a sense of adventure. Gear that offers a helping hand can be a lifesaver. Read on…
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Patagonia Founder Gives Away Company
The beloved outdoor and gear outfitter Patagonia is facing new ownership. But rather than sell the company, billionaire owner and rock climber Yvon Chouinard is instead giving it away. Chouinard,…
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Walmart’s Newest Item: Checking Accounts With a Money Back Offer
Most consumers head into Walmart for groceries, cheap socks, or other right-priced items. Soon they will also be able to pick up something else that’s useful —  a digital checking…
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There’s a Costco-Inspired Camp in the Desert for Finding Your ‘Soulmate’
In the middle of the Black Rock Desert, nestled between goggled partygoers and towering effigies, you can find the strangest Costco in the world. This unofficial Costco location — subtitled…
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Here’s What To Do When the Kids Finally Move Out
So your youngest is gone and not coming back (fingers crossed …)? Now is the time to transform a bedroom or bonus room or any other space that became the…
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Stores and Brands You Thought Were Dead But Aren’t
The pandemic accelerated bankruptcies among retailers in a big way, and even before that, many familiar names were hurting. But that doesn’t mean your favorite stores and brands are out of the…
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Live Mas: Spicy Secrets Behind Taco Bell’s Success
Taco Bell is the most ubiquitous Mexican food chain in the U.S., and it has managed to amass a cult-like following among devotees thanks to its cheap eats. Fans’ loyalty…
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Ikea Expands Loyalty Program To Include 5% Off In-Store Purchases
Ikea lovers, there’s another reason to buy a bookshelf (or whatever else you need): It’s offering a new way for shoppers to save more money. The home-furnishings chain just added…
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33 Things You Didn’t Know About Elton John
With a career spanning over 50 years and counting, Elton John — who is currently performing on his umpteenth farewell tour — is one of the most famous musicians of all time with…
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Trending TikTok Sparks Debate About Service Dogs at Costco
A fluffy service dog has gone viral online after a TikTok video showed the pooch dutifully depositing a bag of treats in front of a Costco cashier. The clip has…
