Money
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These Big-Name Companies Still Pay Most Workers Under $15 an Hour
Ten states have or are planning to institute a mandatory minimum wage of $15 an hour, and California just enacted a law on Labor Day that creating the first-in-the-nation fast food council for chains like McDonald’s and Taco Bell that will set…
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Sugar Gliders and Other Exotic Pets You Really Can’t Afford to Own
Animal ownership laws vary greatly depending on where you live —some states are quite strict, while others could care less. Alabama, North Carolina, Nevada, and Wisconsin, for example, have absolutely zero rules about what animals you can and cannot own.…
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TikTok’s ‘Quiet Quitting’ Trend Is Changing the Way We Talk About Work
Amid an uptick in unionization efforts, a tight labor market, and growing employee disengagement, an internet trend called “quiet quitting” has ignited another debate between old and young, boss and worker. But the phenomenon isn’t entirely new, and it’s not…
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37 Bizarre Celebrity Product Endorsements
If you’ve ever watched a commercial featuring a celebrity endorsement, you may have wondered why the star was encouraging you to buy a specific product. (We’re still thinking of that Mikhail Gorbachev Pizza Hut commercial). Yes, the market is still flooded…
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Sam’s Club Membership Is About to Get More Expensive
Soon it won’t be quite as cheap to shop at Sam’s Club anymore. CNBC reports that the Walmart-owned warehouse store will be hiking annual fees to $50 from $45 for club members and to $110 from $100 for Plus members,…
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25 Times Companies Promised More Than They Could Deliver
Most companies want nothing more than to drum up demand. Special promotions and flashy launches are one way to create buzz, even if the product ends up flopping. Other times, these products need no special marketing, selling like crazy on…
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This Pair Blew Past the World Record for Most Fast-Food Outings in 24 Hours
The Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours used to be 50 — but no more. Social media chefs Nick DiGiovanni (a former “MasterChef” finalist) and Lynn…
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This TikTokker is Creating Recipes Dedicated to Each of the 50 States
A trending TikTokker is taking viewers on a culinary road trip of the 50 states with her new video series, “Foods of the 50 States.” In each episode, @yumlabels introduces…
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Common Pet Ailments and How to Avoid Them
Dogs and cats can experience many common health ailments — with serious side effects. Recently dogs in northern Michigan became ill with parvovirus, with some dying — a disease that…
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Cool and Creative Gifts Under $10 for Your Coworkers
The holidays are tough enough on the wallet, with gifts to buy for family and friends. But you can’t ignore coworkers, unless you want to start off the new year…
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24 Toy Brands That Are Still Made in America
Trying to buy American-made can be frustrating in just about any store aisle, but it’s especially difficult when it comes to toys. According to CNN Money, almost 90 percent of…
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‘Brain Freeze,’ 7-Eleven Wine, and More Fun Facts About America’s First Convenience Store
Few stores are more ingrained in the fabric of American culture than 7-Eleven. Still, the world’s largest convenience-store chain has some secrets unknown to even its most loyal customers, including…
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Hard-Working Dogs That Sniff Out COVID-19, Cancer, Truffles, and More
Working 9 to 5 and living for the weekend doesn’t mean a thing to man’s best friend. Dogs have been helping humans for centuries, often thanks to their incredible noses…
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25 Places to Take the Family Now That Disney Is So Expensive
To ease crowding, Disney raised the price of admission to its theme parks last year, with even children’s tickets exceeding $100 a day. The increased rates may inspire budget-minded travelers…
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A Measure of Relief: Gas Prices Start to Cool After Overheating in June
Consumers across America are feeling a little less pain at the pump. Gas prices have dropped for 70 consecutive days, marking the second-longest streak in U.S. history since 2005. The…
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These Companies Are Supporting Abortion Access for Employees
The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in late June, ending 50 years of federally backed abortion rights. Activists are up in arms, and several companies have stepped forward to ensure abortion…
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Calvin Klein Joggers, Banana Republic Polos, and Other Style Finds at Costco
Costco is well known for its floor-to-ceiling pallets of affordable sundries and its inflation-resistant food court, but the wholesaler is carving out another niche: low-cost fashion. That shift is driven…
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Secrets for Shopping at Kroger
If you’re a Kroger customer, you’re in good company. It’s the largest supermarket chain in the country and the fourth-largest food seller behind Walmart, Amazon, and Costco. You may be shopping…
