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MargoeEdwards/istockphoto Delicious Casseroles That Don’t Require a Can of Soup
Want to bypass that can of creamed or condensed soup when it comes to making a casserole? Read on for a selection of recipes ranging from entrees and sides to vegetarian choices that allow you to prepare the classic, crowd-pleasing…
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Dominik D. / Yelp 7 Wild and Unusual Fast-Food Scandals and Lawsuits
Fast-food restaurants are like the saloons of the Wild West. There are all kinds of memorable characters and tempting vices (aka delicious deals), but there’s also a sense of danger. Sometimes, somebody new blows open the saloon doors and saunters over…
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JHVEPhoto / iStock Joann Fabrics Now Closing All Remaining Stores and Going Out of Business
Crafters and sewers are not going to like this news: Joann is going out of business and closing all remaining locations. The news comes after the arts and crafts store filed for bankruptcy a second time just last month, and…
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u/ValleyBoy602 via Reddit.com / Cheapism Nutritional Shakes Recalled After Listeria Outbreak Kills 11 People
Frozen nutritional supplement shakes have been recalled because of a serious illness threat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall of shakes distributed by Lyons Magnus on Feb. 22, 2025. Here’s what we know about the recall. Why…
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stevecoleimages/istockphoto Declutter Like a Pro: 15 Things to Toss From Your Home Right Now
Decluttering is not for the faint-hearted, especially if you’re a sensitive person, but once you get the ball rolling and work your decluttering muscle, decluttering and tidying up your home gets easier and easier. The best way to build up…
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Frederic Lewis/Archive Photos/Getty Images 50 Toy Fads That Have Driven Parents Crazy Over the Years
The right toys can create the person your child ends up becoming (some of those toys you might remember from growing up). They can also turn you into a raving lunatic, depending on how annoying the toys are. Think you’re…
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Cheapism 5 Alcohols You Should Always Buy from Costco (and 4 You Should Never)
Most people are aware that Costco is where it’s at for deals on tons of pantry and home staples. Even Costco’s house wine is considered a solid buy. But what about…
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Halfpoint/istockphoto 15 Bucket List Travel Destinations for Adventure-Seekers Over 50
Your backpacking-through-Europe days may be over, but there is no reason to down-shift your wanderlust if you’re over 50. Whether well into your career or retired, you can afford the…
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Pichunter/istockphoto 19 Foods That Are Banned in America
The ban on specific foods in the United States can stem from a range of concerns, from animal welfare to health to mere social convention. Here is a list of…
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Abby R./Yelp The Best Hole-in-the-Wall Diner in Every State
Bored with chain restaurants? Tired of overpaying for fussy food when all you really want is something simple at a fair price? There are a ton of great local joints…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism I Tried 8 Cornbread Mixes and This Was the Best
Throwing a backyard BBQ? Worried about what to bring to a potluck? Got some chili in the crockpot? There are hundreds of reasons you might want to grab a box…
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L. Willinger/FPG/Archive Photos/Getty Images The Price of a School Lunch the Year You Were Born
These days, a school lunch costs around $3 per meal, and that’s just for the standard option without your kiddo wanting to add on a brownie for every one of…
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sturti/istockphoto Never Make These Home Maintenance Mistakes
For many, homeownership is the fulfillment of a dream, but that doesn’t mean it can’t also be a serious pain in the you-know-what. Even though it can save you money…
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Cheapism Costco’s Kirkland Products Are Actually Made By These Famous Companies
If you don’t know Kirkland Signature, Costco’s white label house brand, you should if you want quality at a discount. Just about everything Kirkland sells is a home run, and…
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Taqueria El Guacamole / Yelp Best Hole-in-the-Wall Mexican Restaurant in Every State
Just like any other cuisine, great Mexican food can be found at hole-in-the-wall restaurants. These spots are often not much to look at, but they know what they’re doing in…
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Target / Cheapism FDA Elevates Quaker Oats Pancake Mix Recall to Highest Risk
Pancakes are supposed to be light and fluffy, not a federal health risk — but here we are. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) elevated the recall of the…
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u/GeminiDivided via Reddit.com The Classic ‘80s Soda Slice Is Finally Back On Shelves at Costco and Target
Everything old is new again, and now that includes retro soda. Slice has been revived by a new company, and it’s available in tons of grocery stores nationwide already. Here’s…
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David Paul Morris/Stringer/Getty Images Discontinued Fast-Food Menu Items Fans Still Crave
Fast food moves fast — it’s built on constant change, and that applies to the menu too. But that doesn’t sit right with fans who get attached to a certain…