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Amazon / Cheapism 10 of the Best BBQ Rubs to Try This Grilling Season
From pork butts and ribs to chicken and brisket, coating your meat with a barbecue rub and cooking it on the grill or smoker is the way to go, especially during the summer. If you want to infuse your BBQ…
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Jason Kempin/ Getty Images / Javier Dall/istockphoto Betting $30K on a Yankees Game and Other Terrible Financial Decisions People Actually Made
Financial missteps can happen to anyone — and some of them can lead to devastating consequences. From high-profile celebrities to everyday individuals, these stories of financial ruin serve as cautionary tales of what not to do with one’s money. Whether…
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Haywood Magee/Stringer/Picture Post How School Lunches Have Changed Over the Decades
School lunches haven’t always been around, but they’ve pretty much always been linked with students’ mental and physical health. Over the years the standards have shifted, but the fact remains: School lunches are a huge business, and a constant sign…
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Jim Watson/Getty Images 28 Biggest Worker Strikes in U.S. History
Labor actions have long been a part of U.S. history, continuing to this day with strikes by the UAW and Hollywood actors and writers.
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Cheapism / iStock / TKOIII (CC) 15 Photos of Old-School Car Interiors That We Still Miss
Few things capture the essence of bygone eras quite like old-school cars, and we’re talking about way more than the vehicle design and paint job. Looking inside these rides is a blast from the past that hits you right in…
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asiseeit/istockphoto 11 Ways to Beat Back Back-to-School Germs
When kids start a new school year, they also start sharing bacteria and viruses, which the pandemic made painfully clear. But there are ways to stop at least some germs from making your family miserable and complicating its schedule with…
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Cheapism / LauriPatterson, JoeGough/istockphoto 31 Daring Burger Toppings for Your Next Cookout
Adding unexpected or creative toppings to burgers creates something special for a small cost this Labor Day weekend. Borrowing combinations from pizza, pasta, and even breakfast dishes can offer creative…
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Cheapism / iStock 19 Recipes That Will Turn ‘I Hate It’ Into ‘I Love It’
It’s not just kids who complain at dinnertime. We all have foods we scoot around the plate, whether it’s vegetables like Brussels sprouts or main entrees like fish. But thanks…
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Pam Francis/ Getty Images / Kevin Dietsch/ Getty Images 20 Billionaires With Surprisingly Frugal Habits
Not all billionaires lead a flashy and expensive lifestyle. Here are some that prefer to live more low-key and budget friendly. 1. Michael Bloomberg Net worth: $106.2 billion The former…
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Lena P./Yelp / Danielle P./Yelp Best Doughnut Shops in America for Every Craving
Is there any better way to make your morning more cheerful than with a big, fluffy doughnut? Whether you prefer pretty pink icing with sprinkles, a decadent sour cream old-fashioned,…
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Cheapism / iStock 8 Brutal Truths About Retirement You Need to Hear
Nearly 66% of Americans aren’t financially ready for retirement. Here are 8 brutal truths about Social Security, savings gaps, and real costs.
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Cheapism / Public domain / John Springer Collection/Getty Images 25 Dishes and Drinks Named After Famous People
What’s in a name? If you’re talking about food, there’s plenty of famous people hidden within the monikers of beloved dishes. Some of these foodie figures you’ve heard of, while…
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Cheapism / IMDb When Real Criminals Played Gangsters on Screen
Getting real-life gangsters to play pretend ones on TV and in movies adds a layer of authenticity you can’t get any other way. It draws in audiences eager to see…
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GIUSEPPE CACACE/ Getty Images / felixmizioznikov/istockphoto The Most Expensive Celebrity Homes of All Time
From sprawling estates in Beverly Hills to oceanside Malibu mansions, the most expensive celebrity homes aren’t just places to live — they’re architectural marvels that reflect the tastes, lifestyles, and…
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Cheapism / YouTube 18 of the Weirdest Fast-Food Commercials of All Time
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a juicy burger from your favorite fast food joint, especially when the late-night cravings hit. While we love indulging in some fries or chicken…
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Cheapism / Bill Oxford/istockphoto / FG Trade/istockphoto 20 Car Insurance Discounts You Need to Know About Now
If you have a car, then you’re legally obligated to buy car insurance in almost every state. And as the cost of everyday expenses continues to increase, more consumers are…
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Cheapism / FamVeld/istockphoto / adamkaz/istockphoto 20 Ways You Can Age Well on a Shoestring
Getting older is a challenge — but how you age depends on what you do. And even if you’re living on a fixed income, there are ways that you can…
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Cheapism / iStock 14 Foods That Cause Body Odor
Noticing a foul odor on yourself isn’t the best feeling. But hey, you are human, you have sweat glands, it happens. Your body’s got two main sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine.…
