admin Trong Nguyen / Shutterstock.com We love shopping for Costco bargains, but it turns out some of the warehouse store’s Kirkland Signature house brand offerings are not the sweet deals they seem to be. Often it’s just too much of a good thing. You won’t use up the item before it goes bad. Or you might … Read more
J Dennis / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. City living has its advantages, but with greater population density often comes an assortment of problems such as pests, litter, and pollution that can turn any city from sparkling to filthy. Some cities are dirtier than others. How does your city compare with … Read more
RealPeopleStudio / Shutterstock.com As 2022 winds to a close, there is no need to sugarcoat it: This was one of the toughest years ever for U.S. investors. Not only did stocks tumble, but bonds recorded one of their worst performances in history. Whether you prefer stocks or bonds, there was nowhere to hide this year … Read more
If you love dark chocolate bars, beware: That sweet treat might contain unwanted heavy metals such as lead and cadmium. Past research has indicated the presence of such heavy metals — which have been linked to health issues in both children and adults — in dark chocolate. Recently, Consumer Reports set out discover the amount … Read more
Watsachol Wisednok / Shutterstock.com Tis the season to celebrate good cheer, and few things make folks happier than sinking their teeth into a decadent Christmas cookie. However, where you live apparently plays a big role in which Christmas cookie you like best. Recently, Axios cited Google Trends data that reveals America has three main favorite … Read more
Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock.com Flu season is in full swing, with influenza activity considered “higher” or “very high” in almost every state, according to the latest data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC estimates that there have been 15 million to 33 million cases of influenza infections since Oct. 1, … Read more
New Africa / Shutterstock.com Just about everybody shopping for a product online takes at least a quick peek at the reviews to see how other customers liked the item. Unfortunately, those evaluations might not be worth much. In fact, a lot of the time, they can be downright misleading. Recently, Fakespot — a site that … Read more
As the new year nears, an old tradition — fee-free days at America’s national parks — continues. Each year, the National Park Service waives entrance fees on special days. For 2023, there will again be five free-admission days, as was the case in 2022. In 2023, the free days will be: Monday, Jan. 16 : Martin Luther … Read more
Shopping thrift stores, flea markets and estate sales can be overwhelming. With the sheer volume of stuff, how do you know where to start? How do you spot gems amid all the … well, junk? As a professional reseller who has been combing through thrift stores for the better part of 30 years, I can … Read more
RossHelen / Shutterstock.com A garage can seem like a bonus room, perfect for keeping everything that just doesn’t fit anywhere else — especially if you don’t keep your car in it. But it’s important to look at all that extra space with a critical eye. Garages have some unique limitations as a storage space that … Read more