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SolStock/istockphoto How to Reduce Your Risk for a Holiday Heart Attack
Heart disease is the number one killer of older Americans, and according to the American Heart Association there’s a direct link between the winter holidays and increased instances of heart attacks. Whether it’s a Christmas coronary or Hanukkah heart attack,…
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mihailomilovanovic/istockphoto 37 Things You Should Do to Save Money During the Holidays
The holidays are a notoriously pricey time of the year. Between hosting holiday parties and buying gifts for everyone from coworkers to your loved ones, the spending can quickly add up. But that doesn’t have to be the case. To…
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Manuel Faba Ortega/istockphoto 10 Tips To Make Flying with Holiday Gifts Easier
Air travel is always stressful. But it’s even worse during the holidays when clothing and gifts must compete for space in your bags and planes are jammed to capacity. We spoke to travel writer Zach Mack to get some tips…
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©TripAdvisor Holy Makeovers: 20 Former Churches That Have Been Born Again
With their soaring steeples, glistening stained glass, and beautiful belfries, churches are unlike any other structures. But places of worship, like people, grow and change; over time, some are decommissioned or even abandoned. These 20 former churches, abbeys, and holy…
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Kobby Dagan/shutterstock 10 Amazing Day of the Dead Celebrations Around the World
Mexico goes all out when it comes to celebrating the sacred Day of the Dead tradition, which takes place at the start of November during the Catholic holidays of All Souls Day and All Saints Day. But did you know…
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PopularImages/depositphotos 13 Brands That Celebrities Hurt Via Social Media
If there’s one thing celebrities love, it’s talking about themselves on social media and the brands they love — or love to hate. But what social media giveth, it can taketh away. One ill-timed tweet, photo, or status update can…
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Cinemark – Greenwood Corner/Yelp 43 Best Dollar Theaters Across the Country
Back in the ’80s, some movie theaters started showing second-run movies for the discount price of a dollar a ticket. They became known as dollar theaters by folks who didn’t…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 30 Fun Free Attractions for Kids Across the Country
Nearly every parent relishes an opportunity to do something for free (or very cheaply) with their children. Given how much it costs to raise a child, especially if they pursue…
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Courtesy of hammacher.com The Craziest Things You Can Buy for Your Kitchen
Kitchen gadgets can pile up in a hurry. Taking a walk into Sur La Table, Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel, and even Bed, Bath & Beyond and other home stores may…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 50 Things Kids Can Do for Free
FUN AND FREE Newsflash: Kids are expensive. Entertaining them is no exception. And while kids can eat free at many restaurant chains across the country, parents know all too well…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 18 Things You Should Do Now If You Don’t Plan to Retire
Worried that you won’t be able to afford to retire? You’re not alone. The average American has less than $88,000 saved for retirement, according to a 2018 survey. Social Security…
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deepblue4you/istockphoto 30 Family Meals You Can Make for Under $10 at Aldi
Feeding a family can be a lot of work — and pricey too. Shopping at grocery stores that are known for their low prices, like Aldi, can be a huge…
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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…
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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.…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
