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Samantha L./Yelp 15 Iconic Music Venues Across America
From the acoustically perfect natural Red Rocks Amphitheater to New York City’s awe-inspiring Radio City Music Hall to legendary music venues in tabernacles, these are America’s concert spaces most worthy of inclusion on the bucket lists of musicians and fans…
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Jacob Wackerhausen/istockphoto 25 Cheap Products That Will Make You Feel Rich
There are plenty of ridiculous products for people who have more money than sense, but those of us who don’t have fat bank accounts are left to gawk and giggle. Good news: We still have plenty of less-conspicuous — and…
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Courtesy of istockphoto.com 21 Well-Made Winter Essentials You Only Need To Buy Once
Tired of buying a pair of new boots or a new shovel every winter? That’s what you get when you grab the cheapest model at the grocery store or mini-mart. A quality product may cost a bit more up front,…
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AdrianHancu/istockphoto Why You’re Seeing J.Crew, Nike and Other Big Retailers on Amazon Now
A growing number of traditional brick and mortar retailers are setting up dedicated Amazon storefronts. Nike, Victoria’s Secret, J. Crew, and The Children’s Place are some of the well-known brands that have also created Amazon storefronts. Unsurprisingly, Amazon gained 1.5…
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Royal Caribbean International/facebook.com 18 Ways Cruises Have Evolved in the Past 40 Years
Over the past four decades, cruise ships have seriously stepped up their game. Not only have ships dramatically expanded in size, the onboard entertainment options have multiplied and become vastly more sophisticated (Skydiving, anyone?), the accommodations, particularly at the luxury…
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Maridav/shutterstock 15 Desert Vacation Spots to Heat Up Your Fall
As the days get shorter, the nights get cooler, and the leaves begin to fall, people start hankering for the sun. And where better to find it than the nation’s many deserts? Here are 15 great desert locales — and…
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KatarzynaBialasiewicz/istockphoto 20 Ways to Prepare for the Loss of a Spouse
The death of a spouse is a traumatic event. Whether it’s due to illness or injury and whether it’s anticipated or unexpected — it doesn’t matter. Preparing for death is…
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kajakiki/istockphoto 20 Highest Calorie Counts at Fast Food Chains (And How to Lower Them)
Everyone knows eating out can be dicey for dieters, or really anyone who wants to keep calories in check. Making things trickier: Not all diet-busters are burgers — even a…
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antoniodiaz/shutterstock Best Yoga Mats for Hot Yoga, Travel, Beginners
THE RIGHT MAT MATTERS Anyone who has ever taken a yoga class can attest that it’s not as easy as it looks. One thing that can really throw off your…
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franckreporter/istockphoto Best Streaming Devices: Apple TV vs. Roku vs. Amazon Fire
A streaming media player can open up worlds of new TV entertainment options — and maybe convince some users to cut the cable cord. Amazon, Apple, Google, and Roku streaming…
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maradon 333/shutterstock 19 Steps to Prep Your House for Fall and Winter
There’s a lot to do to get the house and yard ready as the seasons change from the heat of summer to cooler days and even cooler nights. Some of…
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Syda Productions/shutterstock America’s 14 Worst Cities for Small Business
Entrepreneurs are bold and ambitious, yet no matter how much moxy small-business owners have, their chances of success are directly tied to the city where they set up shop. From…
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Africa Studio/shutterstock The Best Water Filters
While the water supply in much of the United States is considered very safe (with notable exceptions making headlines), even “safe” levels of contaminants might be more than you and…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 12 Best Chain Restaurants for Family-Friendly Dining
Family restaurants across the country have had a tough go of it lately. Theories abound as to why casual dining chains are in a slump compared with the rest of…
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Ali Vs. Frazier 1975 by Unknown author 15 Historic Events We Want to Relive
History is full of crucial moments (and cool inventions) whose significance can sometimes be impossible to fully grasp in the moment, but that doesn’t stop people from trying through war…
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Hulton Archive/Stringer/Archive Photos/Getty Images 25 Ways Disney Revolutionized Entertainment
Founded as the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in 1923, the Walt Disney Co. has grown to become the world’s largest entertainment company by revenue. Just as its founder pushed the…
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Floriana/istockphoto 29 Ways to Add a Gourmet Twist to a Simple, Last-Minute Meal
Eating well on a budget is all about being prepared. Sometimes that’s making a big batch of meals for the week or having a few three-ingredient recipes up the sleeve.…
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RgStudio/istockphoto 13 Travel Rewards Loopholes and Hacks to Get You More Points
Earning enough rewards points to actually score a free trip can be an incredibly lengthy process, sometimes taking years. However, by following a few insider tips, you can dramatically speed…
