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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission 1 Million Target, Walmart Mini Fridges Recalled After Causing $700,000 in Property Damage
Burning, melting, and overheating are some of the causes behind the latest mini fridge recall. Find out if your fridge is affected.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT ‘Everybody Is Broke’: Why a $50 Car Rental Deposit Feels Like a Breaking Point for the Middle Class
In a viral Reddit thread, a car rental employee shared how often customers were unable to pay a $50 car rental deposit.
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Mercybby/Reddit Food Pantry Hauls Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All — and These Photos Prove It
Wondering what you might get at a food pantry? These photos illustrate the variety of items and quality anyone might encounter during their next visit.
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MitchPhyllis65 / ©TripAdvisor 6 Steakhouse Chains in America That Aren’t Worth Visiting
From tough steaks to overpriced menus, these steakhouse chains disappoint diners again and again. See which restaurants aren’t worth the sizzle.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT No Raise, No Problem: ‘Gave Myself a Raise by Doing Less Work’
Hear from employees who didn’t receive raises, and their decision to give as little effort as they feel the company deserved.
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Steve D. / Yelp Turns Out Love Can Be Cheap: 16 Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $5 From Five Below
Low on cash this Valentine’s Day? These Five Below Valentine’s Day gifts are affordable, cute, and one-of-a-kind.
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Jaime W./Yelp The Breakfast Sandwich Locals Won’t Stop Talking About in Every State
From classic bacon, egg, and cheese to regional twists, discover the most legendary breakfast sandwiches in every state and Washington, D.C.
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SinoSoul/Reddit.com Wendy’s Shrinks Biggie Bags and Axes 4 for $4 Deal in Terrible Menu Revamp
Discover more about the changes to Wendy’s Biggie Bags and 4 for $4 menu — which, spoiler alert, is now more like 4 for $6.
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Jacob Wackerhausen/istockphoto A Teacher Couple Paid Off Their $212k Mortgage in 4 Years, and People Have Questions
Reader, it can be done. Here’s how one couple paid off their six-figure mortgage in just a few years (Spoiler alert: It wasn’t easy).
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Ok-Sky-6864/Reddit.com 12 Cheap Fast-Food Orders That Don’t Feel Like a Rip-Off
Affordable fast-food items under $10 still exist. These 12 filling menu picks prove you can eat well at fast-food chains without overspending.
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metamorworks/istockphoto You Actually Don’t Need All Those Streaming Subscriptions at the Same Time
Learn how rotating streaming subscriptions helps you watch hit shows while cutting your monthly streaming bill.
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u/Kindly_Grand_9859/Reddit These Vintage Pizza Hut Photos Explain Why We’re So Disappointed in the Chain Now
Step back in time with vintage Pizza Hut photos that capture red cups, arcade games, and the dine-in experience we all miss.
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PM_MeYourAvocados/Reddit.com ‘It’s About Time’: Costco Is Finally Catching Up With Sam’s Club’s Scan-and-Go Technology
Years after Sam’s Club incorporated it, Costco scan-and-go technology is being tested at warehouses around the country. Here’s what we know.
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Jessa G. / Yelp Noodles & Company Closes 30+ Locations Nationwide, Customers Blame ‘$18 (Small) Bowls of Noodles’
Learn more about the 2026 Noodles & Company closures, which some customers attribute to low quality food getting more expensive.
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Taco Bell ‘Sounds Like an Excuse to Raise Prices’: Taco Bell Revamps Its Value Menu
From salted caramel churros to a mini taco salad, Taco Bell’s Luxe Value Menu welcomes some innovative newcomers. But are they really “luxe” dishes?
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Lisa5201/istockphoto / B4LLS/istockphoto 27 Travel Hacks That Turn Chaos Into Something Manageable
From Reddit-approved tips to expert tricks, these lesser-known travel hacks can help you avoid hassles, save money, and travel smarter.
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Blakelee Bartik / Cheapism The Costco Craze Continues: 6 New Warehouses Opening Across 3 States
The new Costco warehouses are set to debut in Texas, Utah, and California. Find out when the doors will open.
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Publix ‘This Is Criminal’: $60 Steak at Publix Sparks Heated Debate
Would you pay $60 for a Publix steak? One fed-up shopper took to Reddit with this question, and commenters had some spirited thoughts.
