Money
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Macy’s Is Closing More Stores in 2023 – See if Yours Is on the List
Macy’s confirmed it is planning to close more stores in 2023, according to a news report. The store closings are part of the company’s restructuring plan first announced in 2020. Over three years, Macy’s plan called for closing 125 stores and…
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Fast Foods and Treats We Lost in 2022
The calendar has rolled over to another year, so it’s time to look back on what we lost in 2022. There may be some fast-food favorites or snacks on this list that you’ll mourn, but let’s face it — this…
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21 Ways to Reduce Your Monthly Bills When Money Is Tight
No matter how cognizant we are of our spending habits, we’re still stuck with the dreaded bills — and those bills can be particularly daunting now as millions of Americans are faced with job losses and other financial challenges in…
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These Are the Most Peaceful Countries in the World
Today’s headlines are filled with news of violence, animosity, and strife, and it can be difficult to even commute to work without witnessing some unkind act aimed at some unsuspecting soul. If living in harmony is what Americans are aiming…
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The Cheaper Starbucks Alternative That Could Be Soon Coming to Your Neighborhood
Marketed as a cheaper alternative to big-name coffee chains such as Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts, Blank Street Coffee has grown quickly in popularity — managing to convince even some picky caffeine addicts that its jitter juice is affordable and of good quality.…
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Trader Joe’s Shoppers Sue Grocer Over Lead and Cadmium Levels in Chocolate
Two Trader Joe’s shoppers are suing the grocery store chain in New York federal court for allegedly misleading consumers by selling dark chocolate that contains unsafe levels of lead and cadmium. Both proposed class action lawsuits cite a December Consumer Reports…
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Costco To Close Its Online Photo Center and Partner With Shutterfly
A year after shuttering its in-store photo kiosks, Costco is discontinuing its online photo services, according to an email sent to customers on Thursday. The move to shut down CostcoPhotoCenter.com…
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Trader Joe’s Hall of Fame Features Shoppers’ All-Time Favorites
With a large, cult-like fanbase, Trader Joe’s values the opinions of its customers so much that at the beginning of each year, the grocer reaches out to collect votes on…
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Here’s Why Egg Prices Are Hitting Record Highs
The worst bird flu outbreak in U.S. history has killed nearly 60 million chickens and led to a record increase in egg prices. When chickens are exposed to the highly…
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This Vodka Brand Is Celebrating Dry January … With Martha Stewart
Dry January continues to gain in popularity each year as consumers look to put a check on their alcohol consumption. The monthlong decision to abstain from alcohol is promoted by…
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Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About the Ford F-150
Stop us if you’ve heard this one: The rugged, reliable Ford F-150 is the bestselling truck in America. And it’s been that way since the White House was occupied by a…
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FDA Greenlights Abortion Pill Expansion
From abortion proposals appearing on several state ballots during November’s midterm elections to pharmacies refusing to fill prescriptions of medications that could be used to terminate a pregnancy, the back-and-forth between…
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Big-Name Companies Where Workers Are Fighting to Unionize
Only about 10% of U.S. employees were union members in 2021 — a drop of about half from 1983, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But these days, with…
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Automakers With the Most Recalls in 2022
Auto recalls seemed to be in the news frequently in the past year, leading to many consumers receiving a card in the mail informing them that their cars or trucks…
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Southwest Gives All Passengers Affected by Meltdown 25,000 Rapid Rewards Points
Southwest is offering all passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed during the travel meltdown 25,000 Rapid Rewards points in a “gesture of goodwill,” according to a widely circulated email…
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Food Hacks From TikTok That Live Up to Hype
TikTok’s influence is both real and powerful, inspiring trends, ideas, and purchases that are so viral they lead to retail shortages. The social media site is also riddled with cooking…
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Taco Bell Testing 2 New Versions of Mexican Pizza
Customizing a pizza when you order one is a given unless you only eat plain cheese. But Taco Bell serves up just one option when it comes to its Mexican…
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7 Best Quick (and Cheap) Costco Meals, According to Superfans
If you’ve got an empty stomach, an even emptier fridge, and post-work fatigue, chances are you’re going to splurge on takeout. One money-saving solution: plan ahead and stock your kitchen…
