Shopping
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Clever and Practical Products to Turn Your Car Into Your Office
Some jobs have always been on the go, but more people working remotely means more people turning their cars into offices. There are some logistical challenges, such as how to power all those electronics, but also many products to address…
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22 Things Older Shoppers Should Buy at Costco
Shopping at Costco makes a lot of sense as you get older, even if you’re an empty nester. The warehouse club promises savings that shouldn’t be ignored during an economic downturn like this pandemic — doubly so if you’re on…
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The Best Weekender Bags for Your Next Vacation
With spring on the horizon and travel plans in the works, weekender bags for men and women are having a moment. Whether you call it a tote, duffle, or carryall, these bags are weekend workhorses designed to store a couple…
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These Are the Best (and Worst) Free Streaming Services for TV and Movies
The growth of streaming services has catapulted in the last few years, and while reports note that more than three-quarters of U.S. households pay for one of the big-three subscription streaming services — Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime — those…
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Kroger-Brand Products That Belong in Your Grocery Cart
Trader Joe’s is famous for its tasty, quirky in-house brands. So is Costco, with its beloved Kirkland Signature products. But what about Kroger, the nation’s largest supermarket chain? Though its store-brand items might not be as buzzy as some competitors’,…
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The Best Frozen and Ready-to-Eat Meals from Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s is well known for its cult-like-following and with good reason: the food. The chain has a relatively small offering of products — roughly 4,000 compared to a regular grocery store’s over 40,000 offerings — but stocks meal options that…
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Something Important is Missing From the Costco Food Court
Something is missing from the Costco food court, and the internet isn’t happy. The warehouse giant has long been known for its $1.50 hot dog-and-drink combo, a food-court mainstay and…
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11 Ways to Keep the Time Change From Disrupting Your Sleep
Daylight saving time begins March 13, with clocks leaping forward an hour — robbing us of a precious hour of weekend sack time. The beginning of daylight saving time is…
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Things to Buy at Sears Before It’s Gone for Good
Sears is clinging to life after a wave of high-profile retail bankruptcies, but maybe not for much longer: After another quiet round of store closings, the iconic retailer is down…
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Drivers Flock to Costco, Sam’s to Save on Gas — Is It Worth It?
There’s no end in sight to rising gas prices. There’s also no end in sight to the line at your local Costco or Sam’s Club gas station. TikTok user @kamilah_michelle…
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Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is Coming to an Ice Cream Near You
Two of your favorite childhood comfort foods are combining, but in a way you probably never saw coming. Related: Little Debbie Ice Cream is the Nostalgic Treat We All Need Kraft…
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Prime Crime? Amazon Accused of Lying to the Feds
Amazon is in hot water with the feds, who say the e-commerce giant should be investigated for criminal obstruction of Congress. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has asked the Department…
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18 Surprisingly Expensive Products at Walmart
Walmart is known for its rock-bottom prices, especially if you take advantage of shopping hacks and tips that can help save you even more. But as shipping costs cut into…
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Car Makers Tell Dealers to Back Off Predatory Pricing Strategies
Multiple car makers are telling dealerships to knock it off with high markups and predatory pricing schemes as dealers try to take advantage of the hot car market. Related: Record Inflation…
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Fitbit Recalls Nearly 1.7M Smart Watches Over Burn Risks
If putting on a smartwatch is part of your daily routine, it’s time to check your wrist. Fitbit is recalling 1 million Ionic Smartwatches in the U.S. after receiving nearly…
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The Best Vodka Under $30
Clear, clean, and consummately mixable, vodka is the go-to drink of the rough commoner and the nightclub VIP alike. And right now, thanks to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it’s…
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These Stores Let You Buy Now and Pay Later
If you’ve done any online shopping lately, chances are you’ve seen something new popping up at checkout: an enticing offer to “buy now, pay later.” This slick payment option aims…
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If You Work These Jobs, You Don’t Need to Hit the Gym
The job description of Amazon or FedEx delivery drivers might seem limited to just driving and delivery, but anyone who’s watched them dash up and down a neighborhood’s driveways know…
