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1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS by Georg Sander (CC BY-NC) Iconic Movie Props That Went Missing
Props frequently play a starring role in TV and film. And when they do, collectors are happy to fork over big money for them. Naturally, the more valuable the items, the more attractive they become to thieves. While many of the…
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Cheapism/asbe/Eva-Katalin/istockphoto 10 Clever Hotel Hacks That Will Save You Money
With the cost of living continuing to climb, the times when you manage to save enough money to take a trip have become true moments of luxury. But just because you’re treating yourself by staying at a nice hotel doesn’t…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 6 Major Mistakes People Make After Losing Their Job
Unemployment can strike anyone, anytime. Losing your job is a disruptive shot to the ego, not to mention a loss in steady income. If it seems as though you’re noticing troubling trends when it comes to substantially sized layoffs, you’re…
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Leonid Andronov/istockphoto 25 of the Oldest Cities in the World
With some 10,000 cities around the world to explore, there are plenty of opportunities to dig into the history of those locations when you visit. You might have wondered how a city rates in terms of size or population or…
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Cheapism/DALLE-E 3 10 Things You Should Never Add to Your Salad if You’re Eating Healthy
Salads are a great addition to your diet, especially if you’re trying to stick to a healthy New Year’s resolution. But a lot of the ingredients that make salad taste amazing also add tons of fat, calories, and sugar, negating…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 12 Car Brands You Should Never Buy Used (and Why)
When it comes to cars, not all are made equal. If you’re considering buying a used car to save money (you go, savvy shopper!), it’s essential to be cautious about certain brands and models to avoid issues like reliability issues, costly…
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Cheapism / ©TripAdvisor The World’s Oddest Theme Parks
For many families, theme parks and fun have long gone hand-in-hand. But while most revelers go for things like roller coasters, bumper cars, and corn dogs, several theme parks around the…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 11 Hearty and Delicious Rice Casserole Recipes for a Cheap and Easy Meal
There’s nothing wrong with a creamy noodle casserole, but there’s a special place in our hearts for rice casseroles. Not only is rice an affordable pantry staple, but it’s perfect…
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majaiva/istockphoto 10 Countries You Can Emigrate to If You’re Over 50
The number of Americans giving up their citizenship and hightailing it for other countries looks to be on the rise again — maybe because offices processing the requests are getting…
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Purplexsu/istockphoto Visit These American Iconic Buildings and Monuments
The country’s full of awe-inspiring natural wonders — but those made by man (and woman) are equally impressive. The architect behind a design or the creation’s history, style, or purpose…
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izusek/istockphoto What Flight Attendants Want You To Know About Flying Now
Between on-ground chaos and increased anxiety from the average traveler, plane travel has changed. Here’s what some flight attendants are spilling about flying now, especially as airlines reintroduce alcohol sales…
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Vesnaandjic/istockphoto The Biggest Retail Boycotts of All Time
Ordinary people often feel powerless to make real change — and that’s where tactics such as boycotts come in. Many boycotts fizzle out with little effect, while others get results…
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SARINYAPINNGAM/istockphoto 18 Ways to Go Broke Trying to Get Rich
There were more than 140,000 individuals with net assets of at least $50 million in the U.S. in 2021, according to Business Insider, and who doesn’t want to join their ranks?…
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Al Gonzalez/istockphoto 15 Easy Soups You Can Make in a Blender
Blenders are not just for smoothies and shakes — they’re useful when it comes to making soups, too. Whether you use a traditional blender or an immersion blender, blending soup…
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gilaxia/istockphoto Household Tasks That Burn Major Calories (and Some Too Dangerous To Do Yourself)
If you can’t make it to the gym and can’t get motivated to work out at home, simple household chores and yardwork can add exercise to your day — with…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 15 Weird Ways Your Body Is Telling You to See a Doctor
In the age of online symptom checkers and live chats with medical professionals, it’s all too easy to give into a sense of hypochondria. Aside from Googling, simply knowing some…
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Daisy-Daisy/istockphoto Smart Home Products That Are Actually Worth the Money
Amazon unveiled its “helpful, capable robot for your home” named Astro toward the end of 2021, charging a cool $1,000. If you think that sounds steep for what seems to…
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Ravsky/istockphoto 25 Easy Recipes That Transform Canned Soup Into a Meal
Canned soup is a perfect pantry staple. It has a long shelf-life, is inexpensive, there are lots of variation in flavors and cuisines, and you can use it as an…