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Cheapism / A,mazon / Viktar Malyshchyts/shutterstock Dangerous Products That Had to Be Recalled
Consumers often take product safety for granted, but accidents happen — and sometimes those accidents are deadly. In the case of the UPPAbaby Ridge Jogging Stroller, the item was recalled before things reached that level. After a report of a child’s…
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AndreyPopov/istockphoto ‘Smart’ Things We Like Better When They’re Dumb
There are plenty of smart devices in the marketplates that are useful. Smart thermostats can bring big utility-bill savings, and who doesn’t love a good smart TV that makes it easy to binge watch the latest Netflix sensation? But lately, it…
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photokitchen/istockphoto This Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch Recipe Has TikTok Raving
A homemade twist on Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal has been taking TikTok by storm. If you’re looking for a (slightly) healthier, gluten-free alternative to making the classic childhood cereal at home, this quick and easy recipe may be worth a…
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Getty Images / Dominique Charriau / Contributor / Wireimage Things You May Not Know About Birthday Boy Robert Redford
Robert Redford, the Hollywood legend, political activist, environmentalist, and the force behind the Sundance Institute and Sundance Film Festival, is turning 86. His acting career now spans eight decades including Broadway, TV, and film. He’s not only been recognized with…
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FreshSplash/istockphoto Napping Can Raise the Risk of Heart Disease in Older Adults, Recent Study Says
Daytime napping might increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, according to a new study of older adults from the American Heart Association (AHA). The research, published in late July, looked at 12,268 Swedish twin individuals to investigate links between sleep…
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Cheapism First Anniversary Gifts for Him and for Her
The first year of marriage can be a whirlwind. You’re riding the high of a wedding celebration, a honeymoon, and potentially embarking on some additional major life changes. Celebrate 365 days of your union with a first anniversary gift that…
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Maskot/Getty Images 103 Tech Products That Will Make Your Life Easier
Push a button, tap a screen, say a command — that’s all it takes these days to have virtually anything you want at your fingertips. While some products out there…
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Instacart / Edited by Cheapism Does Costco’s Kirkland Alcohol Beat Brand Name? These TikTok Buddies Have the Answer
Does Costco’s Kirkland alcohol beat brand name? These friends are on a mission to bring you the answer. In the trending “Can It Kirkland?” TikTok series with over 20 million…
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45 Awesome Gifts for 12-Year-Old Boys
No longer little kids and not yet teens, 12-year-old boys can be challenging to shop for. But fear not, we’ve got a long list of gifts — from STEM-related presents…
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zenstock/istockphoto The 5 Best Jump-Starters, Plus How to Jump-Start a Car Yourself
If you type “portable jump-starter” into Amazon, you’ll be met with hundreds of similar units with strange brand names, jargon-heavy descriptions, and thousands of mixed reviews. Suffice to say, it’s…
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katleho Seisa/istockphoto 18 Ways to Build Wealth During a Recession
While it may seem counterintuitive to some, it’s entirely possible to still build wealth during a recession. In fact, recessions can be one of the best times to maximize your…
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Cheapism The Best Marvel Gifts for Fans of Superheroes and Supervillains
There’s no escaping the Marvel Universe and its blockbuster franchises. In 2022 alone, at least seven new Marvel movies and TV shows will be released, with a legion of fans…
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© TripAdvisor You Won’t Believe These Shipping Container Transformations
Shipping container architecture — sometimes called cargotecture — has exploded in recent years, and that growth is expected to continue. One report projects that the residential cargotecture market size will…
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AndreyPopov/istockphoto Easy Ways to Prevent a Plumbing Disaster
The last thing anyone wants is a plumbing emergency to clog an already busy day. A little due diligence and simple maintenance can keep things running smoothly, though. Taking care…
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One Room School by James Marvin Phelps (CC BY-NC) Charming Schoolhouses Across America
As parents everywhere hope for a new year of in-person learning, it may be worth remembering that the tradition of school has survived despite changing dramatically, from lessons to classrooms…
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Westend61/Getty Images The Secret History of How Coffee Took Over the World
How coffee became the preferred morning pick-me-up for most of humanity — as well as a most sought-after global commodity — is one of modern history’s greatest success stories, littered…
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Pi-Lens/shutterstock 18 Spectacular Lighthouses Across America
Lighthouses are historic and charming, and many remain active. Lighthouse enthusiasts travel the country to view and climb them, but even the uninitiated will thrill to the breathtaking panoramas from…
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Lamaip/istockphoto The Most Expensive Typos in History
To err is human, but sometimes even the most innocent of mistakes lead to big, expensive consequences. Typos have led to million-dollar lawsuits, the collapse of businesses, and ending up…
