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evgenyatamanenko/istockphoto The Highest-Grossing Movie the Year You Were Born
“Spider-Man: No Way Home” recently became the first pandemic-era movie to rake in $1 billion worldwide, which is no small feat after COVID-19 brought many theaters to the brink of bankruptcy. In honor of that success, let’s embrace our inner…
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Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 27 Cars We Lost in 2021
Building cars is a tough game. There’s no consolation prize for models that don’t carry their weight in sales. Consequently, production for dozens of vehicles ends each year — and this year that includes storied nameplates such as the Toyota…
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Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images Celebrity Scars and the Stories Behind Them
There’s a story to go with every scar. Some are scary, some are profound, and some might even be hilarious. We know a lot of these stories from celebrities who have scars since their looks are so scrutinized. Here are…
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Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images How Many Billionaires Are in Your State?
If the pandemic has been less than kind to your finances, you might want to skip this. That’s because America’s billionaires have added more than $1 trillion to their collective net worth since its start, even as many everyday Americans…
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Ziga Plahutar/istockphoto The Best, Worst, and Weirdest Fast Food of the Year
Fast food companies used 2021 as a bit of a reboot. While they were adjusting future business models to match new pandemic normals, they were also developing and releasing new menu items, betting that customers would want something different. Some…
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Prostock-Studio/istockphoto 100 Top Money-Saving Tips
There are a lot of ways to waste money, and the pandemic hasn’t made anything any easier. But fortunately, there are also a lot of ways to save. From lowering your utility costs to coupon sites, this roundup of 100 money-saving,…
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digi_guru/istockphoto The Real War on Christmas and Other Weird Holiday Laws
If you buy into the annual “War on Christmas” argument, a 65% supermajority of the population is being persecuted by secular culture warriors who want to destroy the best holiday…
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Vrbo Tennessee Cabin Rentals for a Cozy Winter Getaway
Whether you’re heading to the Volunteer State to ski, shop, or sip near the Smokies or otherwise enjoy the winter in one of Tennessee’s picturesque mountain towns, staying in a…
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shaunl/istockphoto All These Companies Filed for Bankruptcy in 2021
After the bankruptcy bloodbath that was 2020, which saw dozens of iconic brands including JCPenney and Neiman Marcus seek Chapter 11 protection, 2021 was comparatively quiet. Still, a number of…
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vinnstock/istockphoto The Most Generous Tippers Live in These Cities
When and whether to tip still confounds plenty of people, but there’s no question that the pandemic has made many of us more grateful for restaurant workers. Popmenu, a company…
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Vrbo Georgia Cabin Rentals for a Cozy Winter Getaway
Get away from it all with a stay in one of these picturesque cabins. WIth features like fireplaces, hot tubs, and rustic furnishings, they make for unique stays for couples,…
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University of Southern California/Getty Images CC Wonder Bread, Wheaties, and Other Popular Foods That Turned 100 This Year
If you’re old enough to drive, then you’re probably old enough to remember when certain brand-name snack foods you like didn’t even exist. New foods come and go all the…
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Bigbaraboom/istockphoto Food Trends That Need to Stop
New food trends pop up constantly, often spurred on by social media and influencers posting tantalizing or surprising photos to get attention. Some trendy fare is interesting and fun to…
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Zillow Breathtaking Historic Farmhouses for Sale Across America
Full of charm and fascinating historical significance, these farmhouses are beautiful homes. You’ll find original flooring and doors in many of them, but you’ll also enjoy contemporary upgrades like modern…
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Vrbo Lake Tahoe Cabin Rentals for a Cozy Winter Getaway
There’s never a bad time to visit Lake Tahoe — this all-year natural wonderland straddling California and Nevada offers a plethora of reasons to visit. Try forest bathing on its…
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Wilma O./Yelp Delicious Foods Worth Buying at Ikea — and Some to Skip
When we think of Ikea, we think of furniture and instruction manuals, but the store also offers some distinctive foods. You may not find truly traditional Swedish delights such as Fiskbullar,…
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Airbnb California Cabin Rentals for a Cozy Winter Getaway
California may be known for its beaches and buzzy urban attractions, but its abundance of outdoor options is simply breathtaking. From Yosemite National Park to Big Bear, Shasta Lake, and…
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The Best Kitchen Gadgets That You’ll Actually Use
When it comes to holiday shopping, kitchen tools and small appliances are on many wish lists. But how do you find the perfect multicooker or blender when there are so,…
