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pressureUA/istockphoto 33 Companies That Changed American Culture for Better or Worse
Business is one of the engines that keeps America moving, helping to shape our culture and how we live. It’s the fashion, art, entertainment, food, and other experiences that drive our day-to-day lives — be that good or bad. Here’s a…
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Nissan USA Japanese Cars That Changed the Automotive Game
Quick: What’s the top-selling automaker in the U.S.? If you answered General Motors, you’re right for 2022, but in 2021 Toyota stole GM’s crown, selling 2.3 million vehicles compared with GM’s 2.2 million. Still, Toyota took the top slot worldwide in…
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lolostock/istockphoto 21 Cooking Hazards That Could Have Disastrous Results
Cooking is a money-saving activity that the entire family can participate in, but there are a lot of hidden hazards and safety risks when it comes to using knives, microwaves, and fire to transform ingredients into meals. In fact, one…
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Brett_Hondow/istockphoto Companies That Have Filed for Bankruptcy Since the Pandemic Began
Retailers were having a tough time even before the pandemic, and a notable number of companies waved the white flag as COVID-19 decimated not just retail but other parts of the global economy. Some of the most prominent companies in…
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Chipotle Mexican Grill Chipotle To Launch New Casual Eatery in Southern California
Move over burritos: Chipotle is launching a new restaurant concept, and it has nothing to do with Mexican food. It’s called Farmesa, and its pedigree had been rumored for a week before Chipotle confirmed it. Plans call for it to…
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HAKINMHAN/istockphoto Here’s Why You Should Join Your Local Buy Nothing Group
Since nearly everything can be bought and sold for a profit, it’s hard to imagine how a gift economy might emerge, or even thrive. And yet, an international movement centered around giving stuff away for free has amassed more than…
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Evrymmnt/istockphoto 11 DIY Dog Beds Your Pup Will Love
DIY dog beds are a great way to save money while providing your furry bestie with a comfortable place to sleep. By making your own dog bed, you can customize…
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shaunl/istockphoto Home Prices Are Rising Fastest in These Cities, and Not Where You Might Expect
Home prices are still rising in many U.S. cities despite higher mortgage rates pricing many potential buyers out of the market, according to data from the National Association of Realtors.…
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CasarsaGuru/istockphoto 5 Things To Know Before Putting Nitrogen in Your Tires
When most people inflate their tires, they go with plain old compressed air. It’s cheap, widely available, and works just fine. But there is a pricier alternative: nitrogen-filled car tires.…
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Tesla Plant Buffalo by Buffaboy (CC BY-SA) Tesla Autopilot Workers Demand to Unionize
If Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn’t too busy fussing with Twitter, he might want to open his mail. Some 800 workers who develop software for Tesla’s autopilot technology in Buffalo,…
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lechatnoir/istockphoto 21 Takeout Meals Made Cheaper at Home
After a long day at work, it’s tempting to stop and pick up dinner from a favorite takeout joint instead of making a meal at home. It’s not just a…
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Cheapism/ Nick N., Damon D. / Yelp The Most Historic Fast-Food Restaurants Across America
Fast food is inextricably linked to American culture. Hamburgers, pizza, and tacos are all considered some of America’s favorite foods thanks to the culture of quick, inexpensive restaurants and drive-ins…
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damircudic/istockphoto 32 People With Side Hustles Earning Over $100K
With inflation continuing to hit consumers’ budgets, housing prices skyrocketing, and recession fears looming, there has never been a better time to start a side hustle. Side hustles are a…
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P_Wei/istockphoto This Top U.S. Export Is Banned in Many Other Countries
Living in a country where blood is one of the most valuable exports might seem like something out of a dystopian novel. But it’s not fiction here. The truth is that…
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StockPlanets/istockphoto 17 Places to Donate Clothes and Clutter for Money
Stuff, stuff, and more stuff. The Marie Kondo fad — not to mention all the extra time many of us have been spending at home in the pandemic years since…
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vadimguzhva/istockphoto 11 Mistakes You’re Making When Brushing Your Teeth
Don’t let brushing your teeth become so ingrained into your daily routine that you overlook the most effective ways to do it. With so many debunked myths swirling around the…
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atlantic-kid/istockphoto 14 Airstreams That Made the Silver Bullet So Iconic
For nearly 90 years, Airstream has been synonymous with America’s love of travel and the lure of the open road. Plenty has changed since the day when the first Airstream…
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Zoox Amazon’s Robotaxi Hits the Street
Amazon ushered in 2020 with a futuristic self-driving Zoox robotaxi and now, three years after its unveiling, the robotic ride is taking to the street, becoming the first autonomous taxi…