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Shyanne G. / Yelp The Best Chili Joints in America
Chili is one of America’s more controversial culinary topics: With beans, or without? Vegetarian or con carne? Texas, New Mexico, Cincinnati, or Coney-style? Is it a standalone food, or a condiment topping other food? “Chili” is not a single foodstuff,…
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Frazao Studio Latino/istockphoto 9 ‘Polite’ Things People Do At Restaurants That Are Actually Rude
You probably think you’re an absolute peach when you dine out — and kudos if you are. But a lot of those little habits we swear are helpful or polite don’t always come off that way. In fact, some of…
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Robert Natkin / Getty Beloved American Traditions That Are Practically Gone Now
So much of what we grew up with has disappeared, from the tools we once relied on to the habits grown out of a slower pace to life. It’s progress, many say, but others might beg to differ on a…
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Maridav/istockphoto Best (and Worst) Cities to Survive on an Entry-Level Job
Nailing the intersection of cities that have a lot to do and are still affordable is a difficult balance. With the biggest cities in the world charging arms and legs for rent, entry-level, minimum wage jobs don’t always cut it…
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Craig T Fruchtman / Getty Images 10 Biggest Chain Restaurants in America
How much do mega-chains like Olive Garden and the Cheesecake Factory actually pull in? A lot, actually, and according to Restaurant Business, Texas Roadhouse is now the biggest casual chain in the country. What else makes the top ten? Take…
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StefaNikolic/istockphoto How Long Leftovers Lasts in the Fridge
What’s the use of putting perishable food in the refrigerator if you’re just going to let it perish? Even the best of us have turned the far corners of our refrigerators into food graveyards by losing track of food or…
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Eva-Katalin/istockphoto 10 Gen-Z Money Habits That Older Generations Could Benefit From
The younger generations tend to get a lot of flack from those who have been there before — but as it turns out, there are a lot of budgeting and…
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slobo/istockphoto 5 Costco Copycat Recipes to Make at Home
While it’s not hard to find a Costco in a state like California or Texas, not everyone has access to the wholesaler’s bulk goods, affordable food court, or bakery. We…
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littleny/istockphoto 22 Home Organization Products That Are a Waste of Money
A quick walk through the home aisles of your local big-box store may convince you that just a few more key purchases are all you need to declutter your space…
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MSPhotographic/istockphoto Jell-O Salad and Other Retro Summer Recipes We Secretly Love
Summer is the season for cookouts and potlucks — where everyone is invited as long as they bring a dish to pass — even if some gatherings remain limited to…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Companies’ Most Cringeworthy Public-Relations Failures
Big companies are no strangers to very public mistakes: Tone-deaf advertising, faulty products, and corporate scandals are just a few of the most common. Some notable public relations crises that…
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paintball104/Reddit.com 10 Discontinued Frozen Desserts You’ll Never See Again
Maybe it’s just nostalgia talking, but the frozen aisle used to feel more daring — more unhinged. It used to take more risks. We all know it’s not the healthiest…
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Sisoje/istockphoto Amazing Places to Learn About Black History on Juneteenth
Many places in America honor the struggles and contributions of African-Americans. See what’s at the Motown Museum, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, and more.
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Kroger / Walmart Pre-Made Meals Sold at Walmart, Kroger Recalled After 3 Reported Deaths
Several deaths and illnesses have been linked to ready-to-eat pasta meals sold across the country, according to a recall alert from the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service. Here’s what…
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doble-d/istockphoto 11 Things You’ll Regret Not Packing for a Cruise
Discover the essential things to pack for a cruise, including smart items seasoned cruisers never leave home without.
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Siarhei Khaletski/istockphoto 20 Easy Microwave Recipes That Are Actually Delicious
A microwave is an incredibly useful kitchen appliance — and for some people, such as college students and urbanites living in small apartments, it’s the only method of heating and…
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Steven Gottlieb/Getty Images Iconic TV Dinners That Once Ruled American Living Rooms
Most people over a certain age have memories of eating frozen TV dinners. For some, it’s laughing at Lucy and Ricky while chewing on a hunk of gravy-slathered turkey. For…
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eBay Over 1.1 Million Power Banks Sold at Costco Recalled for Fire Hazard
With so many portable electronics in our lives, it seems like everyone has a couple power banks around for charging them on the go. One popular brand of portable chargers…
