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JHVEPhoto/istockphoto Stores and Brands You Thought Were Dead But Aren’t
The pandemic accelerated bankruptcies among retailers in a big way, and even before that, many familiar names were hurting. But that doesn’t mean your favorite stores and brands are out of the game forever. Some are attempting to get back into the…
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J. Michael Jones/istockphoto Live Mas: Spicy Secrets Behind Taco Bell’s Success
Taco Bell is the most ubiquitous Mexican food chain in the U.S., and it has managed to amass a cult-like following among devotees thanks to its cheap eats. Fans’ loyalty can perhaps be linked to Taco Bell’s embrace of new…
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TonyBaggett/istockphoto Ikea Expands Loyalty Program To Include 5% Off In-Store Purchases
Ikea lovers, there’s another reason to buy a bookshelf (or whatever else you need): It’s offering a new way for shoppers to save more money. The home-furnishings chain just added perks to its Ikea Family program, a free loyalty club…
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AndreyGorulko/istockphoto This Costco Spice Rack Offers Free Refills for 5 Years — But Is It Worth It?
Update: Costco has discontinued the Orii 20-Jar spice rack with free refills. While the rack itself is still available on Orii’s website, there is no mention of the previously offered refills.  Costco’s ORII spice rack offers an innovative and sustainable…
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Philip Arno Photography/shutterstock Costco by the Numbers: 22 Surprising Stats
Costco is the nation’s third-largest retailer in market share, behind Walmart and Amazon according to the National Retail Federation. The company’s net sales topped a whopping $140 billion in 2021, up 15.8% from the year before. But those aren’t the only…
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D. Morrison/Getty 33 Things You Didn’t Know About Elton John
With a career spanning over 50 years and counting, Elton John — who is currently performing on his umpteenth farewell tour — is one of the most famous musicians of all time with a life story you wouldn’t believe if it hadn’t been…
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Steve Petrucelli / Flickr Disco, ‘Star Trek,’ and More Themed Cruises You Won’t Believe
Ever consider trying out a themed cruise, which have been gaining steadily in popularity over the last 20 years? If you’re an active military member or veteran, police officer, firefighter,…
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Alexander Spatari / Moment / Getty Images CC Brunch Dishes That Will Make Your Mouth Water
A weekend without brunch is still pretty good, but the promise of an exceptional midday meal on a Saturday or Sunday makes a weekend great — and for many, makes…
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pchoui/istockphoto How to Live the RV Life for Cheap
RVs aren’t cheap to buy and they’re pricey to maintain, but that doesn’t mean you can’t afford a life of leisure and adventure on the road. The key is to…
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Yulia Mladich/shutterstock 12 Bizarre Dessert Combinations That Work
The culinary world is always evolving to include new combinations of flavors, textures, and ingredients to surprise and delight. Dessert is a popular category for playing with unconventional approaches, because…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Trending TikTok Sparks Debate About Service Dogs at Costco
A fluffy service dog has gone viral online after a TikTok video showed the pooch dutifully depositing a bag of treats in front of a Costco cashier. The clip has…
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Dan R. Krauss / Getty Images Sick of Starbucks Getting Your Name Wrong? Make One Up, Say Baristas
Do you go by the name Danyell, Jessikuh, or Mykel? If so, congratulations, because you’ve probably had your name spelled correctly on a Starbucks cup. That’s a luxury rarely afforded…
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Cheapism Thoughtful and Useful Gifts for Disorganized People
Do you have someone in your life who is forever losing their keys, misplacing their phone, can’t ever find the remote control, is late all the time, and never seems…
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Airbnb This TikTok Video Tours a ‘Secret RV Island’ in Florida
Just a stone’s throw from the Bahamas, off of Florida’s east coast, lies what an RV enthusiast is calling one of the country’s most interesting nomadic communities: Nettles Island. The…
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Cheapism Gifts for People Who Love Jigsaw Puzzles
Colder weather and worries about catching a virus are good arguments for staying indoors in the coming months, but the chance to de-stress and enjoy family togetherness — even if…
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Cheapism Groovy Gifts for People Who Just Love the ’70s
Sure, it was a decade of questionable fashion, musical, and culinary tastes but nonetheless, the 1970s represented a simpler time for many of us who grew up during or lived…
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Chris Jackson/Staff/Chris Jackson Collection/Getty Images The Oldest World Leaders Currently in Power
Queen Elizabeth II, who had been the oldest world leader still in power, has died, Buckingham Palace announced. The queen — who celebrated her 96th birthday and 70 years on the…
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Picture Post/Stringer/Picture Post/Getty Images CC 31 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Favorite Childhood Cereals
Cereal is one of those childhood favorites most of us don’t outgrow. And why would we? It’s cheap, it’s versatile — now you can even find portable, packaged bowls of your…
