Shopping
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Frozen Mac and Cheese Meals, Ranked
If we were to hit ourselves with a quick little “Family Feud”-style poll about what comes to mind for “comfort food,” I’d be stunned if macaroni and cheese didn’t land as the number one pick. It’s the king of comfort.…
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Aldi to Open 225 New Locations Nationwide in 2025. Here’s the List So Far
Aldi is going full throttle in 2025, with plans to open over 225 new stores across the U.S., marking its most aggressive expansion yet. This includes both brand-new builds and conversions of former Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarkets, especially in the…
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10 Grocery Staples That Will Cost More Because of Tariffs
When word of tariffs hit the airwaves, some people didn’t realize what they would entail. Unfortunately, it’s mostly bad news for most consumers. Tariffs on countries that export goods to U.S. consumers mean you’ll likely pay more for the same…
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Costco Products That Frugal Shoppers Say You Should Never Buy
Shopping at Costco can be a great way to save money, even with the membership fee. Some name-brand items are cheaper in bulk, and some Kirkland Signature products are even better than what you can get at other stores. But…
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16 Slow Cooker Beef Recipes to Make a Tough Cut Tender
Beef isn’t cheap, but there are ways to make tough, less expensive cuts taste like a million bucks. One of the easiest ways to do that is by cooking it in your crock pot, where the meat braises low and…
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The Most Expensive Grocery Stores in America
Sometimes, there’s a reason that certain supermarket items are more expensive than others — maybe they’re organic or Fair Trade, or maybe they’re seasonal and hard to come by — but certain grocery stores have gained a reputation for being…
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Joann Fabrics to Close All Stores in May. Here Are the Stores That Have Closed So Far
Joann Fabrics, the 80-year-old crafts and fabric supplier, is closing all of its remaining stores by the end of May 2025 and ending its nearly century-long run as one of…
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The Best Store-Bought Guacamole, Ranked
If you’re throwing a party, guacamole should always be on your dip list. It’s a crowd pleaser that’s just as good with tortilla chips as it is with those last…
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Big Lots Is Reopening 132 Stores in May. Here’s the Full List
Big Lots, a store known for bargains on everything from welcome mats to mouthwash, filed for bankruptcy last year. Since then, it’s felt like a rollercoaster as some stores close…
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The Best (and Worst) Chicken Noodle Soups at the Grocery Store
They say baseball is America’s pastime, but if you ask me, it’s chicken noodle soup. So many people raised in this country reach for a can of chicken soup when…
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Oreo Reveals New Chocolate Covered Pretzel Flavor, Its First Ever Sweet-Salty Snack
Oreo is releasing a limited-edition Chocolate Covered Pretzel flavor. The company announced that this sweet-and-salty combo will hit shelves in May. Here’s everything you need to know. What’s the New…
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Sam’s Club Will Get Rid of Checkout Lanes in Favor of AI-Assisted System
We all love the value we get from shopping at warehouse clubs, but those endless checkout and exit lines are a real pain. Sam’s Club is hoping to eliminate those…
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Why Target Shoppers Steer Clear of Walmart
It’s hard to beat Walmart where it matters most: low prices. But Walmart’s main competitor, Target, has still cultivated a passionate group of shoppers — many of whom go to…
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Unusual New Fruits You’re Suddenly Seeing at the Grocery Store
Grocery stores these days try to attract customers to the produce section with choices beyond ordinary apples and oranges. Specialty stores, such as Asian grocers, are even better sources for…
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10 Popular Orange Juice Brands, Ranked
Orange juice is an icon of the breakfast world. As a juice, it’s probably the single most famous, and as a beverage in general, it’s the type of thing that…
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The Best Vanilla Ice Cream Brands at the Grocery Store, Ranked
Think of an ice cream flavor out there and some brand has probably made it. Kraft macaroni and cheese ice cream? Done. Flamin’ Hot Cheetos ice cream? That’s a mash-up…
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10 Tips for Saving Money With the “No-Buy” Challenge
The “No-Buy” challenge trend is sweeping the country, and though it sounds like a hardship you may not wish upon your worst enemy, it could save you a ton of money.…
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Trader Joe’s Is Opening New Stores Across the U.S. Here’s the Full List
At a time when many stores are closing locations or going out of business completely (we’re looking at you, Joann), there are a few chains that are growing. Home Depot,…
