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benedek/istockphoto Tough-to-Say Place Names You’re Probably Butchering
The United States of America has a diverse and complicated history embedded in the diverse and complicated names of places across the continent that range in origin from French and Spanish to Choctaw and Algonquian. Since that can get tricky…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto The Most Popular Used Cars and Trucks in America
Used cars prices hit record highs in 2022, thanks to everything from volatile fuel prices to supply chain and shortage issues for new cars. So which used vehicles were the most sought after in 2022? A new iSeeCars study looked at…
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artJazz/istockphoto The Spiciest Foods Around the World
There are two kinds of people: the ones who shy away from spicy foods, and the ones who relish any chance to turn up the heat. And while you can certainly whip up a spicy concoction in your own kitchen,…
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Amsterdam, the Netherlands July 2009 by FromTheNorth (CC BY-NC-SA) Here’s How Much a Gallon of Gas Costs Around the World
U.S. gas prices have crept up some 17 cents in the past month, and many Americans are none too happy about the current cost to fill their tanks. Although gas prices have increased significantly over the years, the United States…
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Flying Embers 8 Hard Kombucha Brands to Try Right Now
The fermented black tea phenomenon that is kombucha has been an incredibly popular non-alcoholic beverage since its rise to prominence in the ’90s. Today, you can get your buzz on while you booch, with a ton of companies getting in…
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georgeclerk/istockphoto Amazon Out of Its Prime as Memberships Seen Slipping
Amazon once again registered as the world’s largest retailer in 2022, but the ecommerce giant also appears to have recorded its first drop in Prime memberships. The number of individual Prime members fell to 168 million in December from 170…
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Tesla Used-Car Shoppers See Some Relief as Prices Tumble
Pandemic-fueled demand for used cars pushed prices higher than expected during the last few years, but now shoppers in the market for a previously owned vehicle are getting some relief.…
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slobo/istockphoto Costco’s Return Policy: 28 Products You Can Return With Ease
One of the biggest, and perhaps most overlooked, perks of Costco membership: the liberal return policy. The much-loved club store lets members return just about anything, regardless of cost or condition,…
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Chevrolet Chevrolet Introduces Its First Hybrid Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette has evolved by leaps and bounds during its 70-year run and now the automaker has unveiled its first hybrid version of the iconic sports car. The 2024…
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Delmaine Donson/istockphoto 17 Best Jobs for Introverts
Finding a career that is both fulfilling and lucrative can be challenging — especially for those who dislike social interaction. Jobs that are best suited to introverts typically involve working…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 10 ‘Must-Have’ Products From Ikea, According to Superfans
Shopping at Ikea always seems like a gamble. Either you come home with something cheap, stylish, and functional, or you’re stuck with an impossible-to-assemble dud. One solution? Trust the experts —…
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marcusamelia/iStockphotos Costco Brand Products Shoppers Rave About
One of the main reasons Costco members are willing to fork over $60 or more every year just to shop: the club’s beloved private label, Kirkland Signature. Many Kirkland products…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism The 7 Best Fruit Smash Hard Seltzers, Ranked
At this point, it almost seems like a foolish move for a brewery not to have a hard seltzer on deck. New Belgium Brewing Company, famous for such hits as…
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Costco Costco Sued for Allegedly Mislabeling Its Canned Tuna As ‘Dolphin Safe’
A Costco shopper claims that the members-only retailer misled consumers with its “dolphin-safe” label on Kirkland tuna, which is caught using “100% Monofilament Leaders & Circle Hooks,” a fishing practice…
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hapabapa/istockphoto Shoppers Love These High-Protein Costco Products
While most Americans eat plenty of protein, active individuals do require a hefty dose of muscle-building amino acids — 0.5-.09 grams of protein per pound. Meeting that benchmark is especially difficult…
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Cheapism We Tried 13 Kinds of Chocolate and These Are the Best
Sure, you could argue that a surplus of antioxidants is what makes chocolate good for you, but we all know the real reason: It makes you happy. You don’t really…
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memoriesarecaptured/istcokphoto Mountain Dew Moonshine and More Secret Brand Histories
Through advertising, companies build brands consumers feel they can trust, but it’s not always in their best interest to tell the whole truth. Many of the seemingly unimpeachable brands we…
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Köttbullar by erik forsberg (CC BY-NC) Indulgent Dishes Every Meat Eater Should Try
When it comes to mealtime, many of us stick with our tried-and-true favorite foods. But it’s worth branching out and experimenting with new dishes, whether they’re prepared at home or…
