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PeopleImages/istockphoto CVS Drops Tampon Prices and Fights ‘Pink Tax’
CVS has lowered the prices on its store-branded menstrual products nationwide and in some states has begun paying sales taxes levied on period products, known as the “pink tax” or “tampon tax” by critics. Effective Oct. 13, the drug-store chain…
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Cheapism Fun and Thoughtful Gifts for 10-Year-Old Girls
It might seem nearly impossible that the independent and adorable 9-year-old who you were just cradling in your arms (like, last week, wasn’t it?) has finally reached the double digits. If that’s the case, don’t let buying a gift for…
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Darius Boamah/istockphoto 17 Veterans Benefits You Don’t Want To Miss
Expansive veterans’ benefits such as the G.I. Bill get a lot of attention and rightfully so — the programs give veterans a significant leg up when it comes to paying for a college education, one of life’s most expensive milestones.…
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bhofack2/istockphoto Video: Time Lapse Shows Costco Shoppers Snapping Up Pumpkin Pies
If you’ve ever doubted Costco shoppers’ fanaticism, just take a look at the hype around the retailer’s pumpkin pie. Shoppers literally count down the days until the fall treat’s arrival, and when the pies finally arrive, hundreds members descend on…
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Suitcase full of cash by Jeremy Johnstone (CC BY-NC-ND) Secret Rooms, McDonald’s Fries, and Other Bizarre Things Found in Houses
Many people have found the occasional wrinkled dollar bill in a pocket when doing the laundry or forgotten snacks under the couch while cleaning. But finding a secret room or rare coins worth nearly a million dollars while renovating a…
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Sunset Boulevard / Contributor / Corbis Historical / Getty Images Houses Across America Made Famous by Movies
Ever fallen in love with a house after you saw it on the silver screen? Film crews scour the country for the perfect places for their characters to call home. While a handful are open for tours, most are home…
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Bobby Bank / Getty Craziest Competitive Eating Competitions Across America
You might be familiar with the annual July 4th Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest in Brooklyn, but the world of competitive eating is much bigger, covering everything from bratwurst to watermelon.…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism I Tried 20 Little Debbie Snacks — This Is the Best
Little Debbie: To some, an infinite source of delicious treats. To others, a way to skip paying Hostess prices. The Little Debbie catalog is pretty dense, boasting about 75 different…
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Cheapism Fantastic and Fun Gifts for the Adorable 3-Year-Old Girl
For the 3-year-old girl in your life, finding a gift can prove to be a challenge. Are the parts too small and apt to be swallowed? Does she have the…
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Top-Rated Products to Shop on Amazon This Month
It’s true: Somehow, we’re well into October, which brings stunning fall foliage, sweater weather, and the inexplicable urge to make stew all the time. Amazon’s October bestsellers reflect those changes.…
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Cheapism Best Wooden Advent Calendars For Christmas Countdowns
When it comes to Advent calendars and Christmas countdowns, those made from wood are usually more expensive, but they’re also an excellent choice because they’re sturdy enough to be used…
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StockRocket/istockphoto DIY Halloween Costume Ideas for Couples, Siblings, and More
Inflation seems to have hit Halloween costume stores as hard as other sectors of the economy. Costumes that were once less than $20 have just about doubled in cost —…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Kroger and Albertsons To Combine in Grocery Mega Merger
Two of the nation’s largest grocery chains are planning to merge. Kroger said it plans to buy Albertsons, and if the deal goes through, it would create the second-largest grocer…
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McDonald’s / Cactus Plant Flea Market Why McDonald’s Workers Are Fed Up With ‘Adult Happy Meals’
McDonald’s is selling limited-edition “adult Happy Meals” as part of the chain’s collaboration with the apparel company Cactus Plant Flea Market. The CPFM meals have started a frenzy online, where…
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Best Dog-Themed Advent Calendars to Count Down the Holidays With Your Furballs
Dogs deserve to enjoy the holiday season, too. So why not treat your pet to something special every day of the countdown to Christmas? These Advent calendars for dogs and…
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Cheapism Fantastic and Fun Gifts for the Adorable 3-Year-Old Boy in Your Life
Three-year-old boys can be a tricky bunch to buy a gift for. The best type of gift? One that captures (and keeps) his attention while ideally encouraging developmental skills. Oh,…
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Cheapism Fun Advent Calendars for All the Men In Your Life
Advent calendars used to be the purview of children, but not anymore. Today, there are limitless Christmas countdown options on the market, including many geared toward those with a Y…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Costco Superfans Share Their ‘Craziest’ Experiences at the Store
If the wildest thing you’ve ever seen at Costco is a steep, steep discount, consider yourself lucky. Costco superfans took to Reddit to share their craziest experiences at the warehouse…
