Category Archives for "Curiosities"
September 29, 2018
- by C.C.
15 Normal Things in the US That Are Weird in Other Countries
Sometimes people in the US forget that the way we do things isn’t necessarily the way it’s done everywhere else. That doesn’t necessarily mean these American customs are bad, it just means that they aren’t the norm throughout the world. Here are some regular things we do in the US that people from other cultures […]
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September 25, 2018
- by C.C.
NEVER Buy These 10 Things From Amazon (Here’s Why)
It’s become second nature for many online shoppers to go straight to Amazon.com to make a purchase – especially Amazon Prime members who shop using their voice-activated Alexa devices. And why not? Amazon’s selection is vast, its prices tend to be low, and the free two-day shipping that comes with a Prime membership is reliable […]
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September 24, 2018
- by C.C.
15 Things You Should Never Buy From the Supermarket
Making a list and sticking to it when you’re at the grocery store is an easy way to stay within your budget. But there are some things that you shouldn’t put on that list to start with, even if you get big discounts with a grocery store loyalty card.
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September 20, 2018
- by C.C.
15 Fascinating Things You Need to Know About Your Insurance
Insurance is one of life’s necessary evils. While no one plans to get sick or have a house fire, you don’t want a tragedy to drain your wallet either. So you pay and pay and pay for insurance coverage and then hope you’ll never have to use it. Since we’re paying so much for insurance, […]
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September 17, 2018
- by C.C.
Experts Reveal 20 Incredible Tips to Save on Food
Whenever you walk into a supermarket or restaurant, you’re entering an atmosphere that’s designed to make you spend more money than you had planned. Because staples like milk and eggs are placed at the rear of grocery stores, customers are forced to walk past enticing food displays. By moving various goods to new locations periodically, […]
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September 6, 2018
- by C.C.
20 Unbelievable Senior Discounts You Could Get When You Turn 50
Aging doesn’t always have its perks, but this list of discounts might add some pizzazz to the fact of getting older and help cut costs for retirees. Starting at age 50 (the minimum age for AARP membership), seniors can cash in on numerous deals just for being born on or before the date required for […]
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September 4, 2018
- by C.C.
20 Brands That Surprisingly Offer You Lifetime Warranties
You might think that buying products at bargain-basement prices is the best way to save money. However, the truth is that name brands are often the better bet for items you want to stand the test of time. From touted tool makers to outdoor outfitters, many of your favorite companies offer warranties covering their wares […]
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August 31, 2018
- by C.C.
These 25 Tips Will Help You Save Money Right Now
It’s easy to say you want to save more money. It’s harder to know where exactly to start. But it’s easier than you think. Here are 25 ways to start saving you can work on right away.
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July 3, 2018
16 things that are probably hiding in your closet that are now worth a ton
Turn your old junk into serious profit What’s old isn’t always new again, but your treasures from years past might make you wealthier. To find out which items in your attic are worth a pretty penny, INSIDER scoured the internet and consulted two antiques and collectible experts: Marsha Dixey, Consignment Director at Heritage Auctions, and […]
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May 4, 2018
You Should Watch Out for These Hidden Signs of Depression
You hide from your feelings You might be a ‘perfectly hidden depressed person,’ says Fayetteville, Arkansas psychologist Margaret Rutherford, PhD, where people think, ‘This is someone out there in the community, very task-oriented, almost perfectionistic. She has her act together.’ On the inside you might be grappling with unresolved or troubling issues, but you don’t […]
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