Money
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Made in USA? Buyers of Chinese-Made Pyrex May Get Refund
Pyrex is in a lot of hot water — pun intended. Instant Brands, the maker of heat-safe Pyrex glass cookware and measuring cups, misrepresented where one of its products was manufactured, and now the Federal Trade Commission is refunding customers…
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17 Overhyped Cleaning Gadgets, Gizmos, and Cleaners That Are a Total Waste of Money
Maybe you saw a TikTok about a new cleaning gizmo that seemed too good to be true. Guess what? It was. There are so many tools that seem great but turn out to be a waste of money. Skip these…
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10 Reasons You Should Reconsider Donating to Goodwill
Donating to Goodwill is easy — but you may want to reconsider. Questionable business practices at this national thrift store make giving things away less appealing once you do some digging. Instead of giving stuff away there, consider donating it…
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Target Implements Stricter Return Policy Amid Rising Abuse Concerns
Target’s had enough of being the bullseye for return scammers, and it’s making that crystal clear with a new policy update. The retailer just tweaked its return policy to spell out that they can deny returns if they suspect fraud…
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24 Biggest Ways People Waste Money, According to Financial Experts
No one is perfect when it comes to saving money, but some of us really need to be better. If you have credit card debt and loans you can’t shake, keep reading. Finance advisors have some ideas about how to…
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Costco Shoppers Could See Shortages as Strike Shuts Down Ports
As of Oct. 1, dockworkers at major East and Gulf Coast ports have officially gone on strike. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), representing around 85,000 workers, failed to reach an agreement with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), leading to…
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Looming Shortages of Chocolate, Alcohol, Bananas and More if Dockworkers Strike Tomorrow
East Coast ports could shut down if roughly 45,000 dockworkers go through with plans for a strike, delaying the delivery of goods to retailers and potentially resulting in higher prices…
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Big Lots Bankruptcy: Retailer to Shutter Dozens More Stores Across 25 States
Earlier this year, the discount retail chain Big Lots filed for bankruptcy, announcing it would be closing hundreds of stores nationwide. Today, that store closure count climbs higher. The company now…
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FDA Alert: Dog Food Recall Over Salmonella, Listeria Fears — What Owners Must Do Now
Before you feed your dogs, check to be sure they’re not eating something that could potentially make them ill. The FDA has tested samples of Answers Pet Food and Darwin’s Natural…
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Scientists Urgently Warn: Stop Drinking Bottled Water
For years, we’ve been grabbing plastic water bottles at the store, partly for convenience and partly because we think it’s a healthy thing to do. Think again. That plastic water…
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The Most Devastating Hurricanes to Ever Hit the U.S.
When September rolls around, the hurricanes start showing up. And while few hurricanes leave the land or people unscathed, there are several hurricanes that have done so much damage in…
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11 Presidents Who Came From Humble Beginnings
It takes a lot of money to run for president and win, and indeed some people who have tried to reach the land’s highest office have come from wealthy backgrounds.…
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32 People With Side Hustles Earning Over $100K
Side hustles imply a little extra spending money, but it doesn’t have to be a small amount. These savvy entrepreneurs have found side hustles that bring in full-time income, sometimes…
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How Seniors Can Boost Memory and Help Ward Off Dementia
About 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. over age 65 had dementia, and 22% experienced cognitive impairment, according to a 2022 published study. That staggering statistic means more than 55 million…
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Tupperware (Yes, Tupperware) & Other Iconic Companies That Filed for Bankruptcy This Year
There are certain companies we’ve gotten used to seeing in our towns or in the headlines, usually for acquiring new businesses or opening new locations. But this year, more than…
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Beloved Chain Restaurants That Are Making a Comeback After Filing for Bankruptcy
Many restaurants have faced tough times due to changing consumer habits, rising costs, and the impact of global events. Some, including the iconic Red Lobster, have been forced to seek…
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‘Everything Adds Up’: Frugal Habits People Say Make the Biggest Difference
The concept of frugality used to be viewed in a negative light. But nowadays, in a world where every penny counts, practicing frugality is becoming increasingly common. From cutting unnecessary…
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20 Dumb, Useless Products That We Still Want To Buy
Why is it that it’s often the most absurd and seemingly useless products that we always want to buy? Whether it’s their quirky design, an odd sense of novelty, or just…
