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shironosov/istockphoto 11 Tips for Saving on Valentine’s Day Flowers
There’s absolutely no way to tell a sweetheart you got a great deal on their Valentine’s Day flowers, but a little private gloating is fine. We’ve gathered tips to consider in lieu of the iconic but cliche dozen long-stem roses;…
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svetikd/istockphoto The 18 Stupidest Startup Ideas of the Past 10 Years
Scrappy new companies are always trying to make our lives a little bit easier. But sometimes the products or services they roll out are more head-scratcher than must-have. From odd gizmos and perplexing apps to wacky services no one ever…
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tomch/istockphoto Crock-Pot to Google: 26 Trademarks That Are Now Everyday Terms
While author Mary Shelley never bothered to name the iconic monster in her book “Frankenstein,” most people refer to him — as well as the fictional doctor who created him — by that name. Similar mislabelling happens to all sorts…
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AntonioGuillem/istockphoto 24 Most Cringe-Worthy Commercials of All Time
Not Ready for Primetime A well-thought-out commercial can pay off big time for a company, but the opposite is also true: Half-baked ideas can come back to haunt them in the form of PR nightmares and sagging sales. From controversial…
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Moving Moment/shutterstock 20 Cheap and Tasty Ideas for Chips and Dip
For a fast, convenient, and satisfying dish that can feed a crowd at all kinds of parties, it’s hard to beat chips and dip. They’re as versatile as they are tasty, and many of the recipes included here are quick and easy…
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Courtesy of amazon.com 18 Party Products That’ll Upgrade Your Super Bowl Spread
Remember: It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you create an awesome atmosphere at your Super Bowl party! This year, none of your food options will flounder thanks to these inexpensive ($30 or less) party innovations and decorations…
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dolgachov/istockphoto 19 Reasons You Need to Have MoviePass
In these days of digital streaming and comfy home theaters, the movie theater attendance numbers are on the decline. One innovation aimed at bucking that trend has come in the…
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4×6/istockphoto 30 Great Valentine’s Day Gifts for Men In Their 30s
Valentine’s Day gifts for the guy in your life can be a tough find when he’s in his 30s. He’s now too old (and too delicate of stomach) for the…
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simonkr/istockphoto 11 Benefits of Banking with Credit Unions Instead of Banks
Credit unions remain an often overlooked and misunderstood alternative when it comes to consumer banking. Only about 16 percent of Americans use a credit union as their primary financial institution,…
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Noppawan Laisuan/istockphoto The Best Lego Sets Under $40 for Fans of All Ages
Kids and adults alike are passionate fans of Lego building sets, which are available in a seemingly endless variety of themes, from Lego City to Star Wars. Many popular sets…
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©TripAdvisor Pricey Ski Resorts and Where to Go Instead
Big-name ski areas like Whistler and Vail are fantastic, storied places with a bevy of snow-covered runs — but they’re also fantastic places to drain your wallet. Skiing doesn’t have…
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gerenme/istockphoto 15 Superfoods to Help You Eat Healthy This Winter
Eating healthy can seem like a challenge in winter, with the absence of fresh fruits and vegetables and the cold weather encouraging cravings for baked goods and hearty fare. It’s…
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esolla/istockphoto 13 Restrictive Diets You Should Think Twice About Trying
When it comes to diet, there is no one catch-all solution. These days, there are so many fads and extreme diets, some of which may work well for some people…
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mauhorng/istockphoto 18 National Parks You Have to Visit This Winter
For many Americans, national parks are a staple of summer road trips, not winter getaways. But winter can be a perfect time to see the sites at many parks, when…
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Africa Studio/shutterstock 15 Portion-Control Tools to Help Dieters Slim Down for Less
A New Year’s resolution to lose weight and establish healthy habits may seem to demand a pricey diet plan. But there’s a simpler — and cheaper — approach: portion control.…
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FatCamera/istockphoto 12 Cheap and Easy Winter Weekend Getaways
More Americans are planning weekend getaways — last year it was 78 percent of respondents to a survey by car renter Enterprise, while 85 percent look forward to one this…
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Steve Cukrov/shutterstock 17 Tips for a Budget-Friendly Awards Show Party
For those of you planning to throw an Academy Awards party (or a soiree for the SAG Awards, Grammys, or Golden Globes), here’s how to roll out the red carpet…
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Yury Stroykin/shutterstock 14 Amazing Winter and Ice Festivals Around the World
While many people loathe winter’s short days and freezing temperatures, true cold-weather warriors embrace the season. Across the world, festivals, contests, and celebrations are dedicated to the worship of snow…