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Minerva Studio/shutterstock 11 Low-Cost Ways to Boost Your Mood
Spring isn’t even on the horizon, and winter may seem to drag drearily on forever in much of the country. Can’t get away to a sunnier spot? Here are some free or cheap ways to boost moods when caught in…
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oatawa/istockphoto 26 Resources for HIV/AIDS Support
For people who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, the right information and support can improve both the length and quality of life. Their loved ones, their caretakers, and healthcare workers in the field also depend on quality information and support.…
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AndreyPopov/istockphoto 12 Ways You Can Show Support for World AIDS Day
The world has unified around combating HIV since the founding of World AIDS Day in 1988, serving the 36.7 million people living with the illness worldwide and honoring the millions who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. On Dec. 1, get…
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RossHelen/shutterstock Hit the Highway: Best Road Trips of 2017
Americans love to travel, and no more so than by car. Motorists logged more than 3.2 trillion miles on U.S. roads and highways last year, the fifth straight year of increases, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. For travelers…
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Ales-A/istockphoto 8 Best Cordless Drills Under $150
There are all kinds of reasons to buy a cordless drill: adding shelving in a closet, assembling mail-order furniture, or simply making holes and driving screws with speed and minimal effort. How much to spend depends largely on the intended…
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Aleksandar Todorovic/shutterstock 25 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Rio and Brazil
Brazil: an enormous country, diverse in people and natural landscapes — and home to some pricey tourist destinations. Enjoying a Carioca (anything related to Rio de Janeiro) getaway on a limited budget requires some planning, but there are plenty of…
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Wavebreakmedia/istockphoto Get Away From It All: 20 Places to Hide Out on Black Friday
You’ve done the shopping-at-3 a.m. thing and been in a doorbuster mob one too many times. If you’re so over it that this Thanksgiving weekend you don’t even want to…
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Maridav/shutterstock 11 Gifts You Should Never Feel Guilty Regifting
Regifting has always been a bad rap. Although in today’s green world, getting pegged as a “regifter” might not be the worst offense after all. It’s not just more socially…
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pisaphotography/shutterstock 15 Iconic Business Leaders Inseparable From Their Brands
Some corporate titans achieve a level of celebrity that overshadows their status as business leaders. Through insatiable ambition, relentless hard work, brilliant innovation, or sheer force of personality, a select…
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Maya Kruchankova/shutterstock 18 Pros and Cons of Home Equity Loans
Home equity loans are back nearly a decade after the subprime mortgage crisis. Today homeowners have more equity to draw from, fewer are underwater, and banks are lending more responsibly…
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Sorbis/shutterstock 20 Ways the Airline Industry Needs to Improve
Nearly every traveler who has been on an airplane has at least one or two airline horror stories to share. If not horror stories, a gripe or two about poor…
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SpeedKingz/shutterstock 15 Things You Should Never Buy Online
There is a lot to love about online shopping: saving time, better selection, quick access to reviews, and easy price comparison. Some items are always best bought via the web.…
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Stuart Jenner/shutterstock 13 Ways Gen-Xers Can Get Better Returns on Their Money
Generation X is creeping closer to retirement, but are the “slackers” ready? Gen-Xers may have a lot of financial ground to make up for several reasons, including a late start…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 18 Warning Signs to Watch Out for When Booking a Hotel
Securing a great hotel room for your vacation is a key part of the overall vacation experience. To truly enjoy your downtime, you should be bunking in accommodations that are…
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shutterstock 15 Ways to Identify Fake and Useless Reviews
Whether they’re looking for a good restaurant or researching the best headphones, many people turn to online reviews. Trust in the masses is the mantra, and the average star rating…
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Courtesy of Cole Briggs You Can Now Take a Free Hot Air Balloon Ride Through Uber
Up, Up and Away Drawing nearly 750,000 attendees with over 500 hot air balloons decorating the sky each year, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a spectacle that needs to…
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Mayuree Moonhirun/shutterstock Best Laser Printers Under $200
Inkjets are the go-to choice for most consumers shopping for a personal printer. They’re often cheap and good for printing photos at home. But for students or small businesses that…
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Goodluz/shutterstock For Seniors: How to Decide When to Move From Your Home?
One of the toughest decisions older Americans can make is whether or not to leave their longtime home. While many experts recommend downsizing for financial and health reasons, the decision…