Money
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Feel Like You’re Getting Asked for Tips More Often? You’re Not Alone
Touch-screen kiosks and payment apps have made it a breeze to check out at shops and pay for food at restaurants. But those near-ubiquitous payment screens are also increasingly putting some customers on the spot by asking for a higher…
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Columbia Sportswear Plus-Size Clothing No Longer Costs More
Hikers who wear plus sizes have long grumbled about having to pay more for outdoor jackets and other wearable gear, but one major maker of activewear is putting a halt to the practice of charging more for bigger sizes. @miatcabrera…
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How To Book Cheap Cruises, According to Frugal Redditors
Dropping a couple thousand dollars on a cruise will never be frugal. From camping to road tripping, there are just cheaper ways to vacation. But if the high seas are calling, there are a few things you can do to…
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McDonald’s Adds an Under $3 Triple Cheeseburger to the Menu
If you ache for an extra patty or two on your McDonald’s hamburger, ache no more. The ubiquitous burger chain has added a Triple Cheeseburger to the menu in some U.S. markets for a limited time (though it’s been available…
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KFC Doubles Down, Welcomes Back Fan-Favorite Menu Item After 9-Year Hiatus
Many fast-food menu items have cult-like followings, but few are as celebrated as KFC’s extra-meaty, cheese-draped Double Down fried chicken sandwich. Fast-food fanatics pining for the return of the bread-free sandwich can now relish in gluttonous glory because, for the first…
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How To Activate Grubhub+ With Amazon Prime
Last summer, Amazon announced that Prime members would receive a free year of Grubhub+. That means subscribers get free delivery from the popular food delivery app on orders over $12, without paying for the $10 monthly Grubhub subscription. The Grubhub membership…
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8 Thrifting Tips You Need To Know, According to Redditors
We get it: Everything is expensive nowadays. But by shopping at thrift stores, you can find rare and vintage items while saving money and adding character to your aesthetic. Unlike…
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Eli Lilly Cuts Insulin Prices and Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs for Diabetes Patients
Patients with diabetes who buy Eli Lilly-branded insulin have reason to celebrate. Though the Inflation Reduction Act capped out-of-pocket insulin costs for Medicare-enrolled seniors at $35, Eli Lilly & Co.…
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How To Hide Purchases on Amazon
Sharing an Amazon account makes sense when there’s more than one of you in a household, but it can be annoying as well. What if you’re buying birthday and holiday…
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Nissan Recalls 800,000 SUVs for Defective Keys That Can Turn Engines Off
Nissan has recalled 809,000 compact SUVs in the United States and Canada. The vehicles have a nasty little glitch — they can shut off for no reason while driving. In…
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Are Costco Sofas Worth It?
You probably already know Costco is a winner for scoring a bargain, from prepared meals that’ll feed the whole family to affordable dog food. But is the furniture a deal,…
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Krispy Kreme May Be Coming to a McDonald’s Near You
Soon you might be able to grab an egg McMuffin and satisfy your sweet tooth with a Krispy Kreme doughnut on a single McDonald’s drive-thru stop. The fast-food giant said…
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Hostel vs. Hotel: Why Redditors Are Ditching Hostels and Airbnbs for Hotels
When it comes to travel accommodations, deciding between a hotel, hostel, or Airbnb can be a big decision. If you’ve traveled to Europe, you’re likely already familiar with hostels (or, if…
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Chipotle Adds Viral TikTok Hack Quesadilla to Menu, and Employees Hate It
A Chipotle hack that went viral on TikTok became so popular that the burrito chain is officially adding it to the menu, much to the chagrin of its employees. The…
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Walmart Candles Recalled After Fire, Shattered Jars
Still have some fall candles lingering around the house? You’d better double-check to see if any are from Walmart, because more than 1.2 million Mainstays candles have been recalled for…
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Loose Seat Belts Are a Hit With TikTok but Not Disney
TikTok might be a good source for recipe tips and fun dance moves, but it’s not great for sharing ways of getting around safety regulations — or at least The…
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New to the United States? Here Are 7 Indispensable Frugal Tips
If you’re new to the U.S., you’ll likely experience both culture and sticker shock. Take healthcare for example. Unlike in Spain or Japan, many Americans are insured through their employer,…
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Would You Pay $400 for the Most Expensive Coffee in the World?
How much would you pay for a cup of coffee? I’m guessing you usually pay somewhere between one and five dollars. Any interest in cranking that price way, way up?…
