Money
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The Biggest CEO-Worker Pay Gaps in America
CEO compensation has jumped 940% since 1978 while worker pay rose just 12%—here are the companies with the widest gaps.
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Phony Postage Stamp Use Is Surging: How To Tell Real From Fake
Phony postage stamps are nothing new but that doesn’t mean the problem is going away. The Postal Service says the use of counterfeit stamps is rising and continues to warn consumers not to purchase heavily discounted stamps — a sure…
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Post’s New Cereal Might Help You Sleep Better
Insomniacs and midnight snackers, this product’s for you. Breakfast-food maker Post has unveiled Sweet Dreams — a line of cereals that includes ingredients believed to promote melatonin production, potentially helping you catch a few more z’s. The cereal comes in…
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Tired of Getting Stuck on Hold? Try This TikTok Hack for Getting Live Customer Service
If Dante was writing about the circles of hell these days, there’s a decent chance he’d include a level featuring souls stuck eternally on hold, waiting just to ask one stupid question of a customer service rep but never connecting…
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Peeps-Flavored Pepsi Returns Nationwide and Reactions Are … Mixed
If you didn’t get a chance to try Peeps-flavored Pepsi when it debuted in 2021 and for whatever weird reason are sad that you didn’t, rejoice! Pepsi has made Pepsi X Peeps a limited-edition soda available nationwide. @theriddlestok Testing and reviewing…
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Simple but Savvy Ways To Get Free Stuff
We were taught that getting something for nothing is too good to be true, but really you just have to be savvy enough to find the real no-strings-attached, no-cost stuff that’s out there. To get free stuff, you have to…
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U.S. Presidents’ Net Worth, Before and After Taking Office
Some presidents, such as George W. Bush, Franklin Roosevelt, and JFK, were born into dynasty families that afforded them wealth and privilege before and after their presidencies. Others, including Andrew…
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Amazon Clinic Lets You Skip the Waiting Room — Here’s How
With the advent of Amazon Clinic, the e-commerce giant has entered the digital healthcare space — and it could save you money and a trip to the doctor’s office. Available…
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115-Year-Old Harley Is the Most Expensive Motorcycle Ever Sold at Auction
Motorcycles from Harley-Davidson’s first years are hard to find, and Harley’s 1908 Strap Tank motorcycle is so rare that one of the few remaining examples just fetched $935,000 at auction,…
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How To Use Google Lens To Find the Cheapest Products
When you’re searching for the best deal online, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart, Overstock — there are just too many marketplaces and…
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EV Drivers Rejoice: Tesla Superchargers Soon To Be Available for All
EV owners rejoice, especially if you didn’t buy a Tesla. Soon(ish), the carmaker plans to open some of its fast chargers to all electric vehicles regardless of make as part of…
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33 Companies That Changed American Culture for Better or Worse
Business is one of the engines that keeps America moving, helping to shape our culture and how we live. It’s the fashion, art, entertainment, food, and other experiences that drive our…
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Companies That Have Filed for Bankruptcy Since the Pandemic Began
Retailers were having a tough time even before the pandemic, and a notable number of companies waved the white flag as COVID-19 decimated not just retail but other parts of…
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Chipotle To Launch New Casual Eatery in Southern California
Move over burritos: Chipotle is launching a new restaurant concept, and it has nothing to do with Mexican food. It’s called Farmesa, and its pedigree had been rumored for a…
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Here’s Why You Should Join Your Local Buy Nothing Group
Since nearly everything can be bought and sold for a profit, it’s hard to imagine how a gift economy might emerge, or even thrive. And yet, an international movement centered…
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11 DIY Dog Beds Your Pup Will Love
DIY dog beds are a great way to save money while providing your furry bestie with a comfortable place to sleep. By making your own dog bed, you can customize…
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Home Prices Are Rising Fastest in These Cities, and Not Where You Might Expect
Home prices are still rising in many U.S. cities despite higher mortgage rates pricing many potential buyers out of the market, according to data from the National Association of Realtors.…
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5 Things To Know Before Putting Nitrogen in Your Tires
When most people inflate their tires, they go with plain old compressed air. It’s cheap, widely available, and works just fine. But there is a pricier alternative: nitrogen-filled car tires.…
