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FPG/Getty Images The Cost of Gas the Year You Were Born
More than a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, gas prices have fallen to about $3.44 this week. Though last year’s record spike above $5 was attributed to the war, major price fluctuations don’t always occur during times of upheaval and…
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fizkes/istockphoto How You’re Destroying Your Credit Score Without Knowing It
Americans are on a credit card binge. The ranks of credit card holders carrying debt from month to month have grown to 49%, up from 39% a year ago while credit card balances jumped some 15%. But before jumping on…
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AisartLabs/istockphoto These Mouth-Watering Ramen Recipes From TikTok Will Elevate Your Noodle Game
Ramen has gained worldwide popularity for its delicious and unique flavor profile. Typically featuring a flavorful broth, wheat noodles, and various ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and soft-boiled eggs, this Japanese dish is as versatile as it is scrumptious. And,…
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hxyume/istockphoto Tired of Spending a Fortune on Uber and Lyft? Try These Alternative Ride-Share Services
In recent years, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the way people commute and travel, providing a convenient and, at times, more affordable alternative to traditional taxis. But not everyone is content to rely on the ride-hailing industry’s two…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Come on, Costco — Sell Slices of Peanut Butter Pie in the Food Court Already
Hey Costco, why haven’t you started selling individual portions of your bakery items in the food court yet? That’s what the store’s fans on Reddit want to know, and frankly, we want to know what the hold up is, too. …
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism The Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner Is an Actual Thing — and It’s Worth the Hype
Because my life is so riveting, I regularly try out different cleaning products and devices that I see sprinkled all over TikTok. I spent a recent Friday night installing a new under-the-kitchen-sink organizer that was half-off on Amazon, carefully placing…
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Amazon A Definitive Ranking of the Most Popular La Croix Flavors
It is my belief that the seltzer revolution would be nowhere without the help of La Croix’s sparkling water. Since its release in 1981, it has become a staple of…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism Shepherd’s Pot Pie Is the Cheap, Hybrid Casserole Dreams Are Made Of
Shepherd’s pie is one of my family’s favorite dinner recipes. It’s hard to go wrong with creamy mashed potatoes, ground beef, veggies, and cheese, after all. Another dinner dish that’s…
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HHelene/istockphoto 16 Steps to Combat Spring Allergies
The arrival of spring brings welcome warmth after winter’s chill, but allergy sufferers know that the change of season also brings itchy eyes, runny noses, sore throats, and sneezing. Thanks…
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Charliestockis/istockphoto Report: Rising Grocery Costs Translate to Rising Hunger
Inflation has been rearing its ugly head around every twist and turn, leaving consumers with nowhere to hide from its nasty snarls. From price gouging gasoline to sticker shock at…
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Feverpitched/istockphoto New Report Shows More High-Earning Americans (and Even Millionaires) are Renting Over Buying
For some, renting is seen as throwing money away. Think about it: You pay rent every month for a property you will never own and as long as you’re renting,…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Let’s Talk About That 5-Pound Costco Peanut Butter Pie
Cheapism staffers Jenn Magid and Lacey Muszynski got their hands on Costco’s newest bakery sensation, the peanut butter chocolate pie. It’s so popular that it’s often sold out at many…
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Trader Joe’s These Trader Joe’s Pairings Go Together Like Peanut Butter and Jelly, According to Redditors
It’s heartbreaking to imagine that before the peanut butter and jelly sandwich’s invention in the early 20th century, the two spreads were enjoyed separately. A piece of toast smothered in…
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Apple Is Apple One Worth It? Here’s What We Found
Apple has a lot going on these days. The company’s mobile games are as good as they’ve ever been, Apple Music replaced iTunes, and nobody can stop talking about “Ted…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism The Best Good & Gather Sparkling Water Flavors — and the Ones To Leave on the Shelf
On any grocery-driven trip to Target, you’ve probably noticed Good & Gather, Target’s house brand for food and beverages. The brand includes a line of seltzers, with an abundance of…
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Daniel de la Hoz/istockphoto Single and Live Alone? Redditors Swear By These Money-Saving Tips
One of the most common money-saving tips you’ll find online is to get a Costco membership and shop in bulk. While that might work for families who need a month’s…
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Dodge Fiendishly Fast: Once-Banned Dodge Demon Returns With a $100K Price Tag and 1,025 Horsepower
Resurrecting a demon may not sound like a good idea, but Dodge is planning to do just that by bringing its controversial Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 back from the…
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Cheapism / Amazon 27 of the Funniest Product Reviews Online
The internet can be a strange and baffling place, and Amazon is no exception. Over the years, the ecommerce site’s reviews have become a magnet for melodramatic outrage and deservedly…