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Jim Watson/Getty Images 28 Biggest Worker Strikes in U.S. History
U.S. labor history stretches back to 1768 when New York tailors protested a cut in wages; the first union formed in 1794 among shoemakers in Philadelphia. As times changed, work stoppages in larger industries grew, sometimes pitting strikers against law…
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Cheapism / iStock / TKOIII (CC) 15 Photos of Old-School Car Interiors That We Still Miss
Few things capture the essence of bygone eras quite like old-school cars, and we’re talking about way more than the vehicle design and paint job. Looking inside these rides is a blast from the past that hits you right in…
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asiseeit/istockphoto 11 Ways to Beat Back Back-to-School Germs
When kids start a new school year, they also start sharing bacteria and viruses, which the pandemic made painfully clear. But there are ways to stop at least some germs from making your family miserable and complicating its schedule with…
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Cheapism / LauriPatterson, JoeGough/istockphoto 31 Daring Burger Toppings for Your Next Cookout
Adding unexpected or creative toppings to burgers creates something special for a small cost this Labor Day weekend. Borrowing combinations from pizza, pasta, and even breakfast dishes can offer creative inspiration for unique toppings, and using different patties, from beef…
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Cheapism / iStock 19 Recipes That Will Turn ‘I Hate It’ Into ‘I Love It’
It’s not just kids who complain at dinnertime. We all have foods we scoot around the plate, whether it’s vegetables like Brussels sprouts or main entrees like fish. But thanks to some genius tips and tricks (and stellar recipes) it’s…
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Cheapism / iStock / Honey Can Do 20 Home Organization Products That Are a Total Waste of Money
Getting organized can make you feel calmer and help you find items more easily. Being organized can even save you money — especially if you avoid buying more unnecessary items to organize your house. There are some home organization products…
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Pam Francis/ Getty Images / Kevin Dietsch/ Getty Images 20 Billionaires With Surprisingly Frugal Habits
Not all billionaires lead a flashy and expensive lifestyle. Here are some that prefer to live more low-key and budget friendly. 1. Michael Bloomberg Net worth: $106.2 billion The former…
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Lena P./Yelp / Danielle P./Yelp The Most Delicious Doughnuts in Every State
Is there any better way to make your morning more cheerful than with a big, fluffy doughnut? Whether you prefer pretty pink icing with sprinkles, a decadent sour cream old-fashioned,…
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Cheapism / iStock 8 Brutal Truths About Retirement You Need to Hear
Retirement comes with a lot of promise — the golden years, they call it. You imagine you’ve done your part and now is your time to travel the world, and…
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Cheapism / Public domain / John Springer Collection/Getty Images 25 Dishes and Drinks Named After Famous People
What’s in a name? If you’re talking about food, there’s plenty of famous people hidden within the monikers of beloved dishes. Some of these foodie figures you’ve heard of, while…
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Cheapism / IMDb TV and Movie Gangsters Played by Real-Life Criminals
Getting real-life gangsters to play pretend ones on TV and in movies adds a layer of authenticity you can’t get any other way. It draws in audiences eager to see…
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GIUSEPPE CACACE/ Getty Images / felixmizioznikov/istockphoto The Most Expensive Celebrity Homes of All Time
From sprawling estates in Beverly Hills to oceanside Malibu mansions, the most expensive celebrity homes aren’t just places to live — they’re architectural marvels that reflect the tastes, lifestyles, and…
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Cheapism / YouTube 18 of the Weirdest Fast-Food Commercials of All Time
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a juicy burger from your favorite fast food joint, especially when the late-night cravings hit. While we love indulging in some fries or chicken…
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Cheapism / Bill Oxford/istockphoto / FG Trade/istockphoto 20 Car Insurance Discounts You Need to Know About Now
If you have a car, then you’re legally obligated to buy car insurance in almost every state. And as the cost of everyday expenses continues to increase, more consumers are…
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Cheapism / FamVeld/istockphoto / adamkaz/istockphoto 20 Ways You Can Age Well on a Shoestring
Getting older is a challenge — but how you age depends on what you do. And even if you’re living on a fixed income, there are ways that you can…
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Cheapism / iStock 14 Foods That Cause Body Odor
Noticing a foul odor on yourself isn’t the best feeling. But hey, you are human, you have sweat glands, it happens. Your body’s got two main sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine.…
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DavidPrahl/istockphoto / Martin Wahlborg/istockphoto 15 Plants That Will Destroy Your Garden
There are pretty plants that bring color and beauty to your garden — and there are plants that will, given the chance, destroy it. While most of them are ones…
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Lauri Patterson/istockphoto 11 Over-the-Top Bloody Marys Across America
The bloody mary’s history is much more refined than you might think: It was created at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris and then popularized in the U.S. at the…