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    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 of the tax year. Although tax laws have become much…

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    19 Baffling Government Spending Scandals in Recent History

    Billions in public funds can lead to questionable spending. Here are some of the most baffling examples of government waste in America.

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    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 up. Sexual desire doesn’t die once society deems you a…

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    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, there are plenty of hacks and insider tips that can…

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    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, thrifty transportation options, and frugal food finds, there are plenty…

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    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 they’re caused by solar winds interacting with charged particles in…

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    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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    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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    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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    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…

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    20 Ways to Overcome the Winter Blues

    If you have the winter blues, you’re not alone. Seasonal depression affects about 5 percent of the U.S. population, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. The lack of…

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    43 Ways to Save Without Sacrificing in the New Year

    Did you see those end-of-year bank statements — or more importantly, the credit card tallies? Make 2019 the year you finally wise up. There are countless simple, tried-and-true ways to…

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    Best Cupcakes in Every State

    Cupcakes are really hanging onto their 15th minute of fame. It’s been 18 years since Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw and recent gubernatorial candidate Cynthia Nixon’s Miranda Hobbes ate cupcakes…

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    12 Self-Care Tips to Help Manage Holiday Anxiety

    Whether you are spending holidays away or at home, this time of year often brings increased time pressure, financial strain and the pull of multiple social, work and family obligations.…

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    30 Celebrity Holiday Recipes to Impress Your Guests

    Skip complicated holiday cooking and try these celebrity recipes that are delicious, simple, and perfect for festive gatherings.

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    Amazing New Year’s Eve Celebrations in All 50 States

    What people can — and will pay ­— for New Year’s Eve parties can be staggering. But keep in mind there’s still plenty of fun to be had while keeping…

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    11 Tips to Get You Through the Holidays Without Drinking

    For much of America, binge drinking and holidays go hand in hand. For someone who’s in recovery or simply trying to take a break from booze, the transition from December…

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    16 Wines for $10 or Less to Pour at Holiday Parties

    Wine is widely appreciated at the holidays as a host gift, at the dinner table, or at a party, but finding an eminently drinkable one that won’t drain the wallet…