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JHVEPhoto/istockphoto These Companies Are Requiring Employees to Get Vaccinated
As coronavirus infections rise sharply in the U.S. and a significant portion of the population remains unvaccinated, some employers — most recently Delta Air Lines — have responded by requiring workers to get the jab, or face the consequences. Those…
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Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme Doubles the Free Doughnuts in its Vaccine Promotion
Krispy Kreme is sugarcoating its long-running vaccination doughnut deal by doubling the freebies. In the original deal, announced back in March, anyone who shows their COVID-19 vaccination card at participating Krispy Kreme locations receives a free Original Glazed doughnut. Customers…
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dragana991/istockphoto Got Allergies? 9 Home Remedies to Try — and 1 to Skip
The mold, ragweed, and dust mites of fall can just add to the miseries of spring and summer for anyone reacting to pollen and other commonplace allergens. If you suffer from seasonal allergies but don’t know exactly what causes them,…
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Cheapism I Tried Amazon Prime Wardrobe and Here’s What Happened
In 2018, Amazon rolled out yet another benefit for Prime members: Prime Wardrobe, which allows shoppers to try up to eight items — clothing, shoes, handbags, and jewelry among them — without paying a cent up front. Keep (and pay…
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Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Fires, Floods, and Cicadas: Dramatic Photos from a Historic Summer
If last summer was notable for pandemic panic, canceled events, and lockdown measures, then the summer of 2021 has been notable for both the aftermath of that — including the populace dividing itself yet again over vaccination measures — and…
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Ikea Ikea Unveils New Layout, Now With 100% Fewer Mazes
If you find yourself getting lost in Ikea despite the maps and lighted arrows pointing the way, fear not: A new, more customer-friendly store layout might be coming your way. Related: Secrets and Hacks for Shopping at Ikea Ikea’s maze-like showroom…
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ND700/shutterstock The Best Leaf Blowers
Cheapism dug through thousands of consumer and expert reviews to unearth leaf blowers under $150 with an elusive combination of value, performance, ease of use, and durability. Among our picks…
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KathyDewar / istockphoto The Best Places to Buy Cheap Printer Ink Online
If you own a color inkjet printer, you know how expensive it can be to buy replacement ink cartridges from the original equipment manufacturer, whether it be Canon, HP, Epson,…
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BigWest1/istockphoto 25 Places to Find Amazing Waffles Across the Country
For many eaters, waffles are about as American as a food gets. But Belgian waffles, the kind featured in recent years at more great breakfast restaurants across the country, are a…
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wmaster890/istockphoto 20 Ways to Jazz Up Your Oatmeal
Oatmeal is the ultimate budget-friendly breakfast, and it’s packed with nutrients. When you can’t stock up on other breakfast options because the coronavirus pandemic has put a crimp in your…
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oxbeast1210/istockphoto These Skin-Crawly Things Are Surprisingly Useful
Slithering worms. Slimy maggots. Boiled animal guts. Is that a collection of horror movie props or a list of incredibly useful things that can be used to make your life…
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Courtesy of StormTrooper Peek Inside a Luxury Tour Bus That Carries Celebrities and Rock Stars
If you’ve always dreamed of living like a rock star, it turns out you can — and not only in a pandemic but because of the pandemic. Los Angeles-based StormTrooper…
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kontrast-fotodesign/istockphoto Stuffed Nachos and Other Unexpected Aldi Foods to Try This Month
If you still think of Aldi as a place to get canned goods and other pantry staples on the cheap, it’s time for a return trip. The German grocer known…
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Walmart Walmart’s Latest Plant-Based Offerings: Bras and Undies
Plant-based food has been generating plenty of buzz lately, with companies like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat churning out what seems like a never-ending slate of options that make our…
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wundervisuals/istockphoto Empty Nesters Checklist: Here’s What to Do When the Kids Leave
So, the kids are gone. Finally! Once your last child heads off on his or her own, the house is yours — and yours alone. Join us as we take…
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Cheapism Target, Walmart, Aldi: Which Cheap Pasta Sauce Is a Winner?
When it comes to the best jarred pasta sauce, Rao’s Homemade wins plenty of taste tests. It also costs upward of $10 per jar. So what about store-brand offerings from…
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Vrbo Amazing Airbnbs and Vrbos Across the Country
If you’re tired of sterile hotel rooms, try something a little more adventurous on your next trip by booking a unique vacation rental instead. Whether you want a city-adjacent treehouse,…
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cookelma/istockphoto These Countries Love RVs As Much As America Does
Americans have long known that RVing is a fun, adventurous, and economical way to travel, and it appears the rest of the world is catching on. Two market research firms,…
