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    Things That Are Absolutely, Unfairly Expensive These Days

    With inflation comes the unfortunate inevitability of a world where the cost of living itself just continues to climb. Taking field trips to the grocery store, or even trying to sign up for a mere streaming service have become financially…

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    Woman Who Threw Chipotle Bowl at Employee Must Work Fast-Food Job To Reduce Prison Time

    In an unusual court case in Ohio, a judge made sure the punishment fit the crime. Rosemary Hayne, 39, was sentenced to 180 days in jail and forced to pay a fine after throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle…

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    Things That Are Surprisingly Still Cheap After the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Look, it’s glaringly evident that the cost of living is not going down. It continues its stubborn, adamant climb, and things like going to the grocery store to buy yourself enough food to live on for the week have become…

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    How to Make Store-Bought Cinnamon Rolls Taste Extra-Delicious and Homemade

    With their gooey cinnamon sugar cores and creamy icing, cinnamon rolls are great no matter where they’re from. But nothing beats homemade. The problem is that not everyone has the time to mix, knead, and proof their own dough. There…

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    Romance on a Budget: 25 Cheap At-Home Date Night Ideas

    With the average couple in the U.S. spending around $159 (woof!) for dinner and a movie, going out for every date night can quickly add up. (I mean, seriously, have you noticed how ordering a mere three or four drinks…

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    Long Layover? Unique Attractions Near Major Airports

    Most airports have decked out their facilities to give travelers a pleasant experience while passing the time between flights. But if you’re connecting through a city before your final destination and get a several-hour layover instead of a race from…