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  • My father and his siblings. (Early 1970s)

    25 Vintage Photos of Growing Up Middle Class in the 1970s

    There are plenty of things parents today probably do better — snack labels, helmets, sunscreen, fewer choking hazards. But then you see a photo from the 1970s and think, these kids look so happy. The birthdays were simple. The outfits…

  • 18 kinds of Pepperidge Farms cookies

    18 Pepperidge Farm Cookies, Ranked

    It’s been nearly 100 years since Margaret Rudkin and her family moved into Pepperidge Farm and created a legacy. With a portfolio bigger than it has any right to possess, the cookie giant is amongst the best in the biz.…

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    19 Kirkland Signature Products You Should Never Buy at Costco

    Costco’s Kirkland Signature brand has some serious fans, and rightfully so. Many of the store’s brand items deserve their cult-like following. However, sometimes even Costco strikes out. Shoppers say these Kirkland products are so bad that you should never, ever…

  • Packages of Kirkland Signature house blend whole bean coffee are displayed at a Costco Wholesale store on April 27, 2025 in San Diego, California.

    The Only Coffee You Should Be Buying at Costco

    With third-wave coffee joints aplenty, it’s hard to find a solid, straightforward cup of coffee these days. Making it at home is one affordable alternative, especially for shoppers who buy in bulk from a discounter like Costco. If you find…

  • 3: People shop near a display of paper towels in a Target store on February 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. January's Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be released tomorrow showing the latest inflation data and providing perspective on possible future

    These Retailers Are Raising Prices Due to Tariffs

    Prices are climbing at big-name retailers — and it’s not just inflation this time. A new round of import tariffs, including a flat 10% on most goods and up to 50% on products from places like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia,…

  • The young mother holds her daughter on her hip as she grocery shops for items she needs.

    These 19 Foods Are No Longer Worth It Because They Cost Way Too Much

    Half way into 2025, it’s still nearly impossible to avoid sticker shock when shopping for groceries or dining out. While food prices may not be soaring as they did last year, they remain high enough to make many of us…