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Cheapism Awesome Gift Ideas Under $250
Stuck for a great gift? We’ve got plenty of ideas under $25 and under $50 if you need to pinch pennies, but if you have a little more to spend, you’re in the right place. No matter the occasion, one…
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evrim ertik/istockphoto 25 Old-Fashioned Barbershops Across America
Shave and a haircut — two bits. Like the nostalgia of that barbershop-inspired call and response? Then you’ll likely love the tradition and history — or the recreating of history — at these classic (or classically inspired) barbershops around the…
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Pexels The Wildest and Craziest Camping Disaster Stories
Ah, camping: A relaxing opportunity to sleep under the stars and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Exposure to nature has been shown to pack a slew of health benefits, but the unpredictable elements of weather and wildlife —…
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Cheapism 100 Christmas Gifts for $25 or Less
‘Tis the season for budget-conscious shoppers to find the right gift at the right price for everyone on their list. Whether you’re shopping for a coworker, a cherished family member, an energetic kid, or even the family pet, we have…
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Maegan89/istockphoto TikTokker Explores Abandoned Plane Wreckage in the New Hampshire Wilderness
A little-known plane crash is trending on TikTok after a hiker posted a video of the airplane’s abandoned fuselage on Mount Success in Coos County, New Hampshire. In the viral video, TikTokker @ptmacho16 shows the inside of the plane’s deteriorating…
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Cheapism Ideas for Filling a Gift Basket on a Budget
Sure, it’s easy to buy a holiday gift basket and give it to a friend or loved one, but it’s so … impersonal. And expensive. Instead of spending a small fortune on a gift basket at the store, you can…
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Cheapism / MoviePass /David K./Yelp / Starbucks 25 Times Companies Promised More Than They Could Deliver
Most companies want nothing more than to drum up demand. Special promotions and flashy launches are one way to create buzz, even if the product ends up flopping. Other times,…
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skodonnell/istockphoto Starbucks Raised Pumpkin Spice Prices — Where to Get Your Fall Fix Instead
Starbucks is bringing back the seasonal favorite that America can’t get enough of: the pumpkin spice latte. Like seemingly everything else, though, it’s fallen victim to inflation. The popular drink…
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caughtinthe/istockphoto The Best Places to Buy and Sell Used Wedding Dresses
As the saying goes, one bridal tradition is to wear “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” on the couple’s wedding day. What if that “something old” is a…
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Cheapism/ Steve Jennings, Rachpoot/Getty 15 Celebrity Comebacks That Will Make You Believe in Second Chances
Fame can be fleeting. One wrong move can tear down even the most successful celebrity. Some of those missteps might be impossible to come back from, but several stars —…
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McDonald’s This Pair Blew Past the World Record for Most Fast-Food Outings in 24 Hours
The Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours used to be 50 — but no more. Social media chefs Nick DiGiovanni (a former “MasterChef” finalist) and Lynn…
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O Ya 14 of the Most Expensive Restaurants in America
Splurging on a good restaurant typically means ordering the special and some drinks. But America’s most elite fine-dining restaurants take decadence to a whole other level, serving up meticulously thoughtful…
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Art Wager/istockphoto This TikTokker is Creating Recipes Dedicated to Each of the 50 States
A trending TikTokker is taking viewers on a culinary road trip of the 50 states with her new video series, “Foods of the 50 States.” In each episode, @yumlabels introduces…
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alex_ugalek/istockphoto Common Pet Ailments and How to Avoid Them
Dogs and cats can experience many common health ailments — with serious side effects. Recently dogs in northern Michigan became ill with parvovirus, with some dying — a disease that…
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Natalya Vilman/istockphoto Costco Laundry Detergent Crowned ‘Best Value’ — and You Don’t Need a Membership to Buy It
In its 2022 test of laundry detergents, Consumer Reports named Costco’s Kirkland Signature Ultra Clean Liquid as the “best value” detergent, ranking it above top-tier brands like Tide and Persil…
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Cheapism Cool and Creative Gifts Under $10 for Your Coworkers
The holidays are tough enough on the wallet, with gifts to buy for family and friends. But you can’t ignore coworkers, unless you want to start off the new year…
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Cheapism Memorable 40th Anniversary Gifts
Four decades of marriage is a rare achievement and one that deserves a gift to symbolize your long-lasting union. So when your anniversary date rolls around, what should you shop…
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Uncle Goose 24 Toy Brands That Are Still Made in America
Trying to buy American-made can be frustrating in just about any store aisle, but it’s especially difficult when it comes to toys. According to CNN Money, almost 90 percent of…
