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wildpixel/istockphoto The States Most and Least Affected by the Government Shutdown
The partial shutdown roiling the federal government has ripple effects far beyond Washington, D.C., from furloughed workers to ruined national park vacations, but that doesn’t mean it’s affecting states equally. A WalletHub study of which states could be squeezed the…
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BryantHomeComfort/facebook.com The Best Furnace Brands
A lot of factors go into buying a new furnace, but it’s still important to be as brand-savvy as possible before you start contacting contractors (and trust us, you need a contractor). To compile this overview of the most common…
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alice-photo/shutterstock The Cheapest Time to Fly to 50 U.S. Cities
As its annual favor to travelers everywhere, Hipmunk has once again analyzed millions of flight bookings to identify the cheapest month to visit some of the most in-demand destinations in the country. This year’s data is focused on the cheapest…
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©TripAdvisor 10 Sweet Chocolate Factory Tours with Free Samples
If your idea of a swell time is baking chocolate delicacies and your favorite beverage is hot cocoa, it’s a good bet that a chocolate factory tour will be a treat in more ways than one. Seeing how your favorite…
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The Spa at Norwich Inn/Yelp Spectacular Destination Spas in Every State
Everyone deserves a little pampering every once in a while, when life has gotten too hectic. If you feel like it’s time for some self-care, make it count by going to a destination spa where you can unwind in style.…
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McLaren P1 LM by junaidrao (CC BY) 19 Cars Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Want You To Buy
It’s common knowledge that you’ll pay dearly to insure many luxury vehicles— especially the ones that cost six figures and go very, very fast. But what about the cars you can actually afford? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tracked…
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tommaso79/istockphoto 15 Hangover ‘Cures’ Debunked
No one likes to drink too much (or eat too much) and wake up with morning-after regrets. While there are always excuses and opportunities to overindulge, remember that the only…
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RTimages/shutterstock How to Get a Taste of the World’s Finest Foods for Less
What makes a food gourmet? Scarce foods such as truffles usually make the grade, as do foods that are complex to produce, such as saffron. One common feature shared by…
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file404/shutterstock 8 Ways to Give to Charity and Get a Tax Break
For many people, buying gifts for friends and family is just the start of holiday giving. The next step is giving to charities or people in need before the end…
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narvikk/istockphoto 19 Biggest Wastes of Tax Dollars
It’s difficult enough managing your own money without making unwise impulse buys, so when governments and bureaucracies receive billions of taxpayers’ dollars, those splurges can multiply exponentially. These are some…
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FatCamera/istockphoto 18 Myths About Seniors and Sex
Think your sex life is destined to cool off after 50 or so? We found a lot of evidence to the contrary and spoke to some experts who backed it…
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rebelml/istockphoto 20 Tips for Visiting Hawaii on a Budget
The Hawaiian Islands aren’t exactly known as a budget destination. But that doesn’t mean visiting America’s 50th state has to cost a fortune. Like any other destination around the world,…
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NanoStockk/istockphoto Here’s How to Visit Iceland Without Spending a Fortune
People love visiting Iceland, though spending time in this beautiful country can get expensive — that is, unless you know what you’re doing. Thanks to discounted flights and inexpensive accommodations,…
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Krissanapong Wongsawarng/shutterstock 15 Best Places to See the Northern Lights on a Budget
The Northern Lights are among the world’s most awe-inspiring sights. For centuries they’ve commanded reverence from various cultures, each with its own interpretation on the lights’ origins. Today we know…
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Jason L./Yelp 50 Beloved Hometown Bakeries Across America
Looking for the best fresh-baked cookies, cakes, croissants, doughnuts, and artisanal bread in America? Try any of these 50 beloved hometown bakeries — we’ve covered a variety of top-notch baked…
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MichaelSvoboda/istockphoto The Most Beautiful Winter Escapes in the World
As the cold weather sets in, we often find ourselves dreaming of festive winter wonderlands and sunny tropical getaways in equal measure. Whether you’re ready to embrace the bitter cold…
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Chris Ryan/istockphoto 25 States With the Worst Drivers
The worst drivers always seem to have certain plates on their cars, don’t they? Maybe from that lowbrow neighboring state that always coming over to yours for jobs and nightlife.…
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WendellandCarolyn/istockphoto 21 Companies That Closed Stores
It was another dark year for U.S. retail. After a bruising 2017 saw chains like RadioShack and JCPenney shut down store after store, this year brought more of the same…
