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Liliboas/istockphoto Traditional Holiday Dishes From Around the World
Throughout history and throughout the world, cultures have celebrated festivals around the time of the December solstice, the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the longest day in the Southern Hemisphere. In America, the two best-known…
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Vladimir Mironov/istockphoto 11 Vegan Meat Substitutes That Actually Taste Good
Vegan and plant-based foods have seen a huge rise in popularity in recent years. Boosted by social media trends and activists that promote healthier eating and environmentally conscientious lifestyles, plant-based foods have seen a 54% increase in sales in the…
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Cheapism The Ultimate Buy-It-For-Life Gift Guide, According to Redditors
In a world dominated by fast fashion, planned obsolescence, and single-use plastics, the cheapest, most popular products aren’t always the most frugal. Reddit’s buy-it-for-life community — whose slogan is “durable, quality, practical” — understands this. The 1.4 million-strong subreddit is…
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photoguns/istockphoto PinchMe Claims to Send You Free Samples With No Strings Attached — But is It Legit?
In a new era of remote jobs that began with the COVID-19 pandemic, online businesses claiming to offer passive streams of income have also increased. One such side hustle is PinchMe — an online program that mails product samples to homes…
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Delmaine Donson/istockphoto I Tried 7 iPhone Bingo Games To Win Real Money — Here’s What Happened
I hope I’m not putting myself on targeted-ad blast right now, but have you also been inundated with ads for bingo-style “win real money” games? These things have taken the iPhone app store by storm, with troves of them claiming…
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5PH/istockphoto Sober Bars Are on the Rise. Here’s What You Need To Know About Them
For the sober or sober curious, going out to a bar used to mean navigating a menu devoid of mocktails, with only a couple of fruit-based beverages, sodas, or water as an option. But the demand for nonalcoholic beverages in…
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kafl/istockphoto Celebrities That Have Their Own Private Planes
Tom Cruise, Taylor Swift, and other celebrities have splurged big time on luxury aircraft as an alternative to commercial flights.
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Ирина Мещерякова/ iStock Pet-Friendly Hotels in the U.S. To Visit With Your Four-Legged Friend
Looking to take a vacation with your dog some time soon? There are plenty of pet-friendly hotels across the country, offering amenities like off-leash beaches, plush beds, and yappy hours.…
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sturti/istockphoto What to Do When a Loved One Dies
The death of a loved one can be overwhelming. But even while processing the grief in the days and weeks afterward, those left behind are expected to finalize the affairs,…
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Vrbo America’s Best Ski-In/Ski-Out Vacation Rentals
While skiing and snowboarding are no doubt two of the more fun and exciting activities for winter, there’s also no doubt that preparing for a slope-side excursion can be a…
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Sundry Photography/istockphoto Walmart Workers and Shoppers Blame Self-Checkout For Surge in Thefts
An uptick in thefts at Walmart could lead to higher prices and store closures if the issue isn’t resolved, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” earlier this month.…
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Taco Bell Taco Bell Might Make This Fan Favorite a Permanent Menu Item
Taco Bell CEO Mark King made a bombshell announcement this week that might change the way you think of the taco- and Crunchwrap-slinging fast-food chain. The company is looking at…
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Trader Joe’s 12 Must-have Seasoning Mixes From Trader Joe’s, According to Super Fans
Trader Joe’s has built a reputation among foodies for unconventional snacks, affordable wines, and surprisingly tasty pre-made meals. In addition to groceries, the chain boasts an impressive spice and seasoning…
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NoDerog/istockphoto Nordstrom Employee Steals $165,000 in One Month
Police arrested an 18-year-old former Nordstrom employee in Lynwood, Washington for theft of about $165,000 from the retail chain. The theft took place over a one-month span in Nordstrom stores…
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schlol/istockphoto America’s Most Loved Trucks
Ford Motor Co. has been on a roll in the past few years, reviving its Bronco and Ranger nameplates, introducing an electric Mustang SUV, and producing the first of its…
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JLco – Julia Amaral/istockphoto Major Companies That Don’t Require a College Degree
As the cost of higher education has skyrocketed in the United States, many people are priced out of a college degree. Even for people who can afford it, the question…
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Joe Raedle/Staff/Getty Images News/Getty Images North America What Do Walmart, Costco, and Other Big Retailers Do With What You Return?
Sometimes it doesn’t work out. You go shopping, or perhaps order something online. It arrives and then … meh. It doesn’t thrill you, at least not enough to justify the…
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OlgaLarionova/istockphoto Swap Out These International Delicacies With Made-in-America Products
With the rising prices of, well, just about everything, consumers may be re-thinking seasonal splurges on international delicacies. Read on for a sampling of made-in-America alternatives, many of them gourmet and…
