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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 employees to make a decent life for themselves. Here are…
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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, but there’s much more to these highly social and infinitely…
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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 to find out what kind of freaky snacks some of…
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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 whole other challenge. And getting the best deal can mean…
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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 — sometimes big risks. Here are some of the ones you…
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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 chocolate-stuffed gnocchi, TJ’s knows how to blend ingredients in ways…
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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…
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RapidEye/istockphoto / jetcityimage/istockphoto / Cheapism KFC Sues Church’s Chicken for Using ‘Original Recipe’ in New Ads
Few fast-food chains are as dialed in on branding as KFC, so when developing a new marketing campaign, it’s best to avoid treading all over their territory. Church’s Chicken did…
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hapabapa / iStock Advance Auto Parts Is Closing 700 Locations Across the U.S.
Advance Auto Parts is hitting the brakes on more than 700 stores as a part of its broader turnaround strategy. Here is everything you need to know. Advance Auto Closures…
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cpsc.gov / Cheapism Recall Alert: Lowe’s and Amazon Pull Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Another day, another recall. This time it’s a carbon monoxide and natural gas detector that’s being pulled from shelves and websites. According to a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall…
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Cheapism / Amazon / iStock Amazon Haul Promises Discount Goods Under $20 and an Alternative to Temu and Shein
Temu and Shein might appear to have the market cornered for selling really cheap stuff, but Amazon won’t take this challenge to their sales lying down. The company just launched Amazon Haul,…
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Taco Bell Taco Bell Is Offering 30 Days of Nacho Fries for Only $10 — But for a Limited Time
When Taco Bell debuted its Nacho Fries in 2018, it quickly became the chain’s best selling product launch in history. Since then, Nacho Fries have gone the way of the…
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Cheapism / Kraft / Instacart Lunchables Removed from School Lunch Trays Nationwide — Here’s Why
Lunchables will no longer be available on school cafeteria menus across the country due to lower-than-expected demand. Here’s everything you need to know about the decision and its impact. Why…
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Target 15 Places You Can Buy Thanksgiving Dinner for a Less Stressful Holiday
If you’re someone who believes that there are more important things about Thanksgiving than just the food, then maybe it’s time to start buying your holiday meal. Planning and cooking…
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AlexRaths/istockphoto / Joe Raedle/Getty Images Best Freebies for November: Free Pizza, Thanksgiving Meals, Movies, and More
Who doesn’t love free? This November, there’s more than turkey to be thankful for: here are some of the things you can get this month that don’t carry a price…
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Business Wire Krispy Kreme Will Give You Free Donuts Tomorrow — And There’s No Catch
It’s not often that you come across actually free fast-food deals. There’s usually a catch — like you have to sign up for some loyalty program and order something through…
