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Cheapism; Instacart The 10 Best Cheap Buys at Aldi That Frugal People Never Pass Up
Aldi is known for its premise as a discount grocery store, but any regular Aldi shopper knows there are still some things that aren’t necessarily the best deal. On the other hand, the store has a bunch of products that…
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Cheapism / Marcel Noecker/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images / Allan Tannenbaum/Getty Images Wild Themed Restaurants From the ’90s That Still We Miss
There were no rules in the ’90s. It’s a period of time like the Wild West, where just about anything went, from insane color schemes and geometric patterns to restaurants that were themed like things that had nothing to do…
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Cheapism; Peloton 20 Dumb Impulse Buys You’re Never Gonna Use
According to a Bankrate report, Americans spent a staggering $71 billion on impulse buys in 2023. That’s a lot of retail therapy! We all want to think that we are financially responsible and buying the things we only need and will…
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Anna Frank/istockphoto 20 Super Luxurious Things That Are Super Cheap
While a fancy dinner is always nice, luxury doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. By making small changes and being resourceful, one can discover many ways to indulge in a lavish lifestyle without breaking the bank. From…
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Cheapism; Fudio/istockphoto; Perfectfood/istockphoto 15+ Exotic Fruits That Are Restricted in the U.S. (and 1 Run-of-the-Mill Vegetable)
In order to minimize the risk of pests, diseases, and other environmental concerns, certain fruits are prohibited from being imported into the U.S. While the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) warns travelers that “almost all fresh fruits and vegetables (whole or…
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Cheapism; blackboard1965/istockphoto; ThamKC/istockphoto Barf Bags, Toenail Clippings and 10 Other Wacky Things That People Collect
Collecting unusual items is a hobby that can range from quirky and endearing to bizarre and straight up gross. These unique collections often reflect personal interests or nostalgic connections that turn seemingly ordinary objects into prized possessions. Whether it’s the thrill…
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400tmax/istockphoto U.S. Secret Service: Tragedies, Scandals and Trivia
While much of what the Secret Service does is, well, secret, the normally out-of-the-spotlight agency will find itself under scrutiny again as authorities investigate the assassination attempt on former President Trump amid…
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dusanpetkovic/istockphoto ‘Couldn’t Find Parking’: 10 Hilarious Excuses for Missing Work That People Have Actually Used
When calling out “sick” won’t cut it, sometimes you have to get creative. But among the multitude of imaginative reasons for missing work, some of the wildest excuses people have…
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Cheapism; Rawpixel/istockphoto; DragonImages/istockphoto 28 Hotel Hacks That Will Change How You Travel
Those who travel frequently know how a handy hint can transform your hotel stay from a nightmare to a dream. Luckily, well-traveled Redditors are always willing to share their two cents with the…
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Cheapism / AnnaPustynnikova/istockphoto / AegeanBlue/istockphoto 25 Delightful Desserts From Around the World
There’s no shame in having a sweet tooth, especially when you use it as an excuse to explore food from other cultures. Desserts are approachable, beloved, and exciting, and there’s…
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Picnic by Nationaal Archief 15 Retro Picnic Essentials to Pack This Summer
Elevate your picnic from run-of-the-mill to retro fabulous. From old-fashioned baskets to vintage-style recipes, these 15 ideas will help you create the cutest picnic ever. Plaid Blanket Every vintage-themed picnic…
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Cheapism / Wikimedia Commons / Win McNamee/Getty Images 10 Scandal Documentaries About the Rich and Powerful You Can Stream Right Now
Are you into juicy stories about the rich and infamous? Do you love documentaries that dive deep into the scandalous details of wealthy Americans and their sordid outrages? Are you…
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mapo/istockphoto 23 Frugal Ways People Lose Weight Without Spending Much
The weight loss process can be a dreadful, notoriously expensive affair. But if done right and smart, you can get rid of those extra pounds without slimming your wallet. Here…
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Shopping Mall by Harrison Keely (CC BY) Things You Should Never Buy at the Mall
Malls will never truly disappear from American life, even if their heyday seems to have come and gone. That’s because the mall seems like it should be the best place…
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Cheapism / Tammy T./Aesha E./Yelp The Best Secret Bar in Every State
Hidden bars, or speakeasies, date back to an era of secrecy and exclusivity. During the Prohibition era (we know people were going crazy), these bars created an intimate and unique…
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Cheapism; Olga Mazyarkina/istockphoto; DebbiSmirnoff/istockphoto 25 Vintage Summer Recipes That Deserve a Comeback
Cooking in the summer is exciting. There are all kinds of fresh, local produce to take advantage ofl cookouts and parties are in full swing; and grilling poolside is back…
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Cheapism / GMVozd/istockphoto / Richard Carson/istockphoto 20 Times When Cooking From Scratch Isn’t Worth the Trouble
When someone says, “it’s homemade,” one commonly expects a deliciously healthy meal. However, the homecook often spends copious amounts of time and money, and it usually doesn’t even taste better…
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Cheapism / Lisa5201/nicoletaionescu/istockphoto Do These 26 Things for Your Best Chance at a Longer Life
We all die eventually — that’s the brutal truth we learn from childhood. But instead of drowning in existential dread, we can focus on staying on this planet as long…
