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RunAway B./Yelp Oldest Restaurant in Every State
Running a restaurant is tough under ordinary circumstances — nearly 60% close their doors within three years of opening — and the pandemic has made staying in business even more difficult. Not even beloved iconic eateries have been immune to…
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Earthroamer The Coolest Off-Road RVs for Battling Rough Terrain
If you’re planning on hitting the road in style — while also having the option of going completely off-road — a sturdy RV built for rough conditions is the only way to go. Whether you want to hunker down off-the-grid…
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PIKSEL/istockphoto 50+ Ways to Slash Your Food Budget
Americans spend a lot of money on food — $7,316 in 2020 in the average U.S. household, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a drop as eating habits changed drastically during the COVID-19 pandemic. But a recent surge in…
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Cheapism / pawel.gaul, LeoPatrizi//istockphoto Stunning Historic Train Stations Across America
For about 100 years, from the mid 1800s until the middle of the 20th century, railroads ruled the nation. The major rail companies — Southern Pacific, New York Central, Baltimore & Ohio, Pennsylvania Railroad, and others — built Gilded Age…
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Cheapism / Nhi B., Saori K./Yelp Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants That Celebrities Love
Stars can often be found grazing in 5-star establishments and swanky hotels in Los Angeles and New York. But which low-key, under-the-radar joints do celebrities prefer when they’re hoping to hide out from the paparazzi? One is surely the Boston…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Family Dollar Hit With Subpoena, Lawsuits Over Rodent Infestation
After investigators found evidence of a massive rodent infestation at a Family Dollar distribution center, Arkansas is suing the dollar-store chain. The lawsuit accuses Family Dollar and parent company Dollar Tree of negligence, deception, and conspiracy, the Associated Press reports. “This…
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eclipse_images/istockphoto The Best Above-Ground Swimming Pools
In This Article: Our Picks / Reviews How We Chose Our Picks Buying Guide / FAQ Types of above-ground pools What are the best pool brands? What size pool should…
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Mama P./Yelp 21 Cheesecake Factory Dishes With More Calories Than the Cheesecake
The Cheesecake Factory isn’t exactly known for restraint – and we admire the mind-boggling variety – but if you think the most calorie-laden thing on the menu is the decadent…
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patty_c/istockphoto The Surprising History of the Humble Hamburger
When biting into a juicy burger, most people likely don’t realize that the history of this seemingly simple meal spans multiple continents and can be traced back almost a thousand…
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Tashi-Delek/istockphoto Song Lyrics Everyone Gets Wrong
Maybe the enunciation isn’t so great. The mix might be off. Don’t feel bad — there are a lot of perfectly valid excuses for totally messing up a song as…
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Cheapism / Hapag-Lloyd Cruises / Viking Cruises The Most Luxurious Cruise Ships at Sea
With each passing year, cruise ships grow more opulent and extravagant, with everything from retractable ceilings to butler’s pantries. The cream of the crop rival some of the world’s best…
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gradyreese/istockphoto The 20 Best Beaches on the West Coast
California and the Pacific Northwest are home to many iconic and stunning stretches of beach. From the glamour of Malibu to the rugged, rock-strewn shores of Washington and Oregon, there’s…
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Samir Hussein / Getty What Makes a Postage Stamp Worth $15 Million?
If you’ve ever been in a bidding war for a classic car, repossessed home, or even a few head of cattle, you know how exhilarating true auctions can be and…
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ElNariz/istockphoto Don’t Miss These Pizza Deals From Domino’s, Pizza Hut, and More
Americans eat a lot of pizza, and for good reason: It’s tasty; it’s convenient; and, most of all, it’s relatively cheap. But with inflation busting budgets from the grocery store…
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Don White/istockphoto 30 Stunning Photos of Iconic Landscapes in the American West
The American West takes more than its fair share of attention in the world’s imagination — unless you’re talking square footage, and then the West gets exactly its fair share.…
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Ursuline Convent by Louisiana Travel The Oldest Building in Major Cities Across America
While the United States is a relatively young nation compared to the likes of China or countries throughout Europe, that doesn’t mean we’re lacking in the history department. There are…
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SolStock/istockphoto I Lived in My House During Construction. Here’s How it Went.
My husband and I were unenthusiastic about adding on to our little (for four people) house — especially if we had to move out during the project. Construction is, at…
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zefirchik06/istockphoto 20 Meals You Can Make Even When You’re Exhausted
Having to stay home during the pandemic left many less-than-thrilled about having to make dinner every night. Try these minimal-effort, go-to meals anyone can master — and make extras for…
