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slobo/istockphoto Costco’s Latest Discount: New Cadillacs
Costco never ceases to surprise with what deals it will offer next. The retailer offers an assortment of auto-related discounts on tires, insurance, and auto parts, and now they’ve just launched the Cadillac Limited-Time Special. When eligible Costco members purchase a…
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dabldy/istockphoto Delayed Flights Plagued Travelers in 2022, but This Airline Was the Most Punctual
Whether it was canceled flights caused by last summer’s staffing shortages or December’s winter storms that forced thousands of flight delays and cancellations, many airline passengers experienced travel chaos in 2022. Among them was a bride who missed her destination…
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Ram Every Electric Truck and SUV on the Market – and More Expected Soon
Electric vehicles keep gaining traction, with many new models headed to market in the next couple of years. Electric car sales globally were up 66% year over year in July, and those numbers should grow as larger EVs — crossovers,…
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Singapore Airlines Airline Perks That Almost Make Flying Coach Tolerable
Flying coach is rarely among the highlights of any flight. Between cramped seats, less-than-stellar food (if there is any), and the dreaded middle seat, flying coach can be stressful. But some airlines make an attempt to improve the experience for…
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Trader Joe’s 9 Trader Joe’s Indian Food Items To Try Right Now
Trader Joe’s has always been known for its freezer section. Though fan favorites come and go, it seems like nothing has stood the test of time more than Trader Joe’s Indian food. With a surprising amount of variety, TJ’s makes it…
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Shady Oaks Care Center America’s Oldest Person Dies at 115
Living to 100 is no easy feat, especially with U.S. life expectancy slipping to 76.4 years. But Bessie Hendricks, a former teacher, who began her career in a one-room schoolhouse, surpassed expectations by living long enough to become a supercentenarian…
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kate_sept2004/istockphoto 8 Ways To Save More Money in 2023, According to Thrifty Redditors
After inflation battered budgets and the stock market had its worst year since 2008, economist are predicting yet another difficult year in 2023. For the average person, that might mean…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism Is the Trader Joe’s Takis Dupe Better Than the Original?
Trader Joe’s is known for its house-brand knockoffs, and every time it seems like they’ve run out of products to copy, a new one hits the shelves. Trader Joe’s Chile…
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Chonlatee Sangsawang/istockphoto My Frustrating but Frugal Experience at Costco’s Tire Center
When I asked family and friends where I should buy new tires, the answer was always the same: Costco. It’s easy to see why. Costco’s Tire Center offers Michelin tires…
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sanfel/istockphoto Macy’s Is Closing More Stores in 2023 – See if Yours Is on the List
Macy’s confirmed it is planning to close more stores in 2023, according to a news report. The store closings are part of the company’s restructuring plan first announced in 2020. Over…
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Amazon Fast Foods and Treats We Lost in 2022
The calendar has rolled over to another year, so it’s time to look back on what we lost in 2022. There may be some fast-food favorites or snacks on this…
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Cheapism Cheap Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him, Her, and Everyone Else
The holiday of love doesn’t have to leave you in the red — Cupid knows your credit card bills from the winter holidays are just now trickling in. No matter…
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shapecharge/istockphoto 21 Ways to Reduce Your Monthly Bills When Money Is Tight
No matter how cognizant we are of our spending habits, we’re still stuck with the dreaded bills — and those bills can be particularly daunting now as millions of Americans…
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photo_chaz/istockphoto Flagels, Chaffles, and Other Curious Bread Substitutes for Low-Carb Diets
In food trends, there’s a fine line between creative and just plain crazy. The latest trend? Low carb bread substitutes. While many think that eliminating carbs from their diets is…
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Sam’s Club by Ambrosia LaFluer (CC BY) 10 Best Deals at Sam’s Club This Month
Sam’s Club offers monthly Instant Savings with discounts on things like household essentials and food. Right now, there are a number of health-related deals to help your resolutions. Snatch these hot…
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hapabapa/istockphoto How to Use Apple AirTags
If you’re always misplacing keys or wallets (guilty), Apple AirTags could be the solution. The small, circular tracking devices, which sell for $29 each, can be attached to almost anything you…
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Finn Hafemann/istockphoto These Are the Most Peaceful Countries in the World
Today’s headlines are filled with news of violence, animosity, and strife, and it can be difficult to even commute to work without witnessing some unkind act aimed at some unsuspecting…
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Cheapism The Cheaper Starbucks Alternative That Could Be Soon Coming to Your Neighborhood
Marketed as a cheaper alternative to big-name coffee chains such as Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts, Blank Street Coffee has grown quickly in popularity — managing to convince even some picky caffeine…