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McDonald’s Have Yourself a Merry McRib Christmas with Jugs of McDonald’s McRib Sauce
It’s that time of year again: McRib season. McDonald’s is bringing the infamous cult favorite back soon, but there’s something else that really caught our attention this time around. The chain is also selling the sauce that goes on the…
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RgStudio/istockphoto The Best Winter Weekend Getaways Across the U.S. That Are Actually Affordable
What’s better for battling the winter blahs than a change of scenery? A winter weekend away to somewhere cozy and scenic may be just what’s needed. Not every winter escape has to empty your wallet though. These weekend getaway ideas…
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Cheapism / iStock 16 Things That Have No Business Being As Expensive As They Are
There’s been a lot of talk about inflation, even though it dropped to 2.6% this year. Still, some things have become too expensive – and the prices aren’t going down. Here are some of the buys that are no longer worth…
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KFC / Homesick KFC’s New Holiday Candles Bring the Aroma of Fried Chicken and Biscuit to Your Home
What if you could make your house smell like KFC without actually consuming any or even going to KFC? These are the questions KFC is daring to ask right now, with the release of “Finger-Lickin’ Good” holiday candles. What Candle…
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Cheapism / McDonald’s Did Your McDonald’s Happy Meal Have Two Toys? It’s Not a Mistake
Happy Meals put a smile on everyone’s face, whether you’re a kid who loves the toys or a grown-up who just wants a small combo meal in a colorful box (no judgment!).  Why Is McDonald’s Giving Out Two Happy Meal…
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ShotShare/istockphoto 10 Overrated Foods People Are Pretending to Enjoy
Some foods, like pizza, earn their hype fair and square — they’re universally loved and always deliver. But then there are the foods you keep hearing about, only to find they’re a flat disappointment no matter the buzz. Reddit is…
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RiverNorthPhotography/istockphoto McDonald’s Wants You Back, And Is Spending $100 Million to Lure You After E. Coli Outbreak
Perhaps not surprisingly, the E. coli outbreak linked to onions in McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, which resulted in one death and numerous hospitalizations, was bad for business. Really bad. But now the…
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ChainGangPictures/istockphoto Spirit Airlines Filed for Bankruptcy. Here’s What It Means for You
Budget airline Spirit doesn’t exactly have the best reputation, so it’s probably not a surprise that the company just filed for bankruptcy protection. But considering it happened just as the…
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Urgent Recall: One Dead, 15 Hospitalized in E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots Sold at Major Retailers
Health officials are investigating yet another E. coli outbreak, now linked to organic bagged carrots sold across the country at major retailers, including Walmart and Target. Here is everything you…
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Charday Penn/istockphoto 10 Best and Worst Places to Live on Minimum Wage in America
As housing costs have continued to outpace wages, no one suffers more than minimum-wage workers. However, some places are more affordable than others and provide a better chance for low-income…
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bazilfoto/istockphoto 13 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Turkeys
On Thanksgiving, most Americans are concerned about two things when it comes to the turkeys they eat: golden brown on the outside, juicy on the inside. Turkeys are undeniably delicious,…
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eBay Surprising Recipes From the Tables of Past Presidents
We all know Joe Biden loves ice cream and Barack Obama loves chili, but big deal. Those are normal things to enjoy. What about the weirdo stuff? Are you trying…
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bluecinema/istockphoto 12 Hidden Secrets of Buying a Car That Could Save You a Bundle
Buying a car is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. Picking the right car is one thing, but paying the right price for it is a…
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Cheapism / iStock 12 Risky Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
You may think you’ve just found a great deal on a gently used bed frame or piece of furniture, but shopping on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace comes with risks —…
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r/teddy-bonkerz via Reddit.com / r/Juubimaru via Reddit.com The Quirkiest Trader Joe’s Products That Shoppers Love
Trader Joe’s has built a reputation for delivering unexpected flavors and quirky combinations that somehow, against all odds, just work. From savory twists like soy chorizo to sweet surprises like…
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The Ground Round wall by Nicholas Eckhart (CC BY-NC-SA) Beloved Restaurant Chain Ground Round to Return From the Dead
Nostalgia is a powerful thing and not all things that are gone stay buried. The once-hugely popular chain Ground Round was all but forgotten by many. But today? There are…
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Tiff H./Yelp / Raymond G./Yelp America’s Best Food Cities (That Are Actually Affordable)
Exploring a city’s food scene doesn’t have to break the bank. Some of America’s top dining destinations offer an impressive variety of budget-friendly dining options that reflect their unique local…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Costco Recalls Its Popular Bakery Croissants Due to Possible Metal Pieces
Costco’s bakery is one of the most popular departments in the store. People gobble up everything from giant chocolate peanut butter pies to everything bagels. The store’s butter croissants are…
