The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.If you’ve been considering a Sam’s Club membership but haven’t purchased one yet, the warehouse club is …
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Do you have a special teacher in your life that you’d like to recognize? If so, Norwegian Cruise Line has a new contest to celebrate them by giving away a free seven-day vacation. Enter your favorite teacher into the Norwegian Cruise Line “Giving Joy Sweepstakes” between now and June 9 by submitting an online application …
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Ford said it was recalling 176,000 of its Bronco SUVs after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said drivers were finding it difficult to reach the seat belt’s metal buckle. Passengers in the front passenger seat of the car were also reportedly having the same issue. A determination was made that passengers and drivers in …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale is returning this weekend and that means one thing: it’s officially …
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This year is expected to be the busiest summer travel season since before the pandemic, which could mean long lines, especially at airport security. As a result, more and more travelers are considering signing up for TSA PreCheck or CLEAR, two programs that can help speed you through airport check-in. Riann Beckham is a frequent …
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Summer will be here before you know it. If you’re already dreading hearing “I’m bored” from your kids, you’ll want to check out Camp Creatology from Michaels stores. Back for the 10th year in a row, Camp Creatology offers four weeks of hands-on projects that make sure your child is using their imagination and building …
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It’s not just cars going electric at a blinding pace. More and more lawnmowers, trimmers and leaf blowers are switching to electric power, making it the hottest trend in lawn care. Dirk Marder has owned Pleasant Valley Outdoor Power, an outdoor power equipment store ,for two decades. He has never seen a trend like this …
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Bad news for Alexa users: No more weather updates or traffic reports from Samuel L. Jackson. Amazon announced that they are retiring their celebrity voice feature. In the past, you could equip your Alexa to respond to you in the voices of Melissa McCarthy, Shaquille O’Neal or the aforementioned Jackson. But this popular feature is …
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Many scams depend on victims sending payments through a money app or a wiring service. The owner of a Phoenix-area UPS Store says he sees customers being scammed and talked into sending expensive items or wads of cash to unknown people — and he doesn’t like it. “I hate to see anybody taken advantage of,” …
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The U.S. Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) recently announced a rule change that the agency hopes will make air travel easier for people traveling with teenagers. Its PreCheck service now allows teens to accompany their TSA PreCheck-enrolled parents through expedited security screenings at airports. “Teenagers aged 13-17 may now accompany TSA PreCheck enrolled parents or guardians through …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.National Doughnut Day 2023 is Friday, June 2, and Krispy Kreme is celebrating by giving away a …
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Summer jobs are an iconic part of the American adolescent experience. From “Wet Hot American Summer” to “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” and “Mystic Pizza,” your first summer job is more than just an opportunity to stack bands … it’s your chance to make memories while jumping into adulthood feet-first. But what are the summer …
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If current trends continue, more than 2 million students will enter college in the fall as undergraduates. (Approximately 2.34 million freshmen entered last year.) Another continuing trend? The rising cost of tuition — especially among private four-year colleges. According to the Education Data Initiative, as of 2023, the average university student spent $37,641 in tuition …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Congratulations to the Class of 2023! You’ve mastered all your classes, earned your diploma or degree and …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.While gas prices are trending downward nationally, they’re still rough on the wallet. Circle K is helping …
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Netflix announced on Tuesday that it will be charging an additional $8 monthly to additional viewers who live outside of the account holder’s household. The streaming giant is working to mitigate password sharing, which the company sees as out of control. Netflix also stands to gain more subscribers with the new initiative. The company wants …
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Worried about your cat or dog wandering off and getting lost? Worry no more. You might have seen small devices on the market that help you track your keys, luggage or wallet. Now you can do the same thing with your pet. John Worman and his dog, Hank, are going camping and Worman doesn’t want …
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General Motors is recalling 668,187 vehicles because of problems with its child seat safety system known as LATCH. Those are the anchors to which drivers attach child safety seats. The recall involves 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. “The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Krispy Kreme is celebrating 2023 graduates in a way only they can — by handing out free …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Summer is right around the corner and you’d love to enjoy a getaway. But, travel prices are …
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If you need something for yourself or your home, you likely already know how tough it has been to find significant savings recently during what has been termed a “deal drought.” But that is finally changing with Memorial Day just around the corner. Mark Schlotterbeck manages an outdoor furniture store, the midwestern chain Watson’s. He …
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Target has recalled nearly five million candles after receiving 137 reports of the jar breaking or cracking during use, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said. Among the 137 reports, there were six injuries reported for both lacerations and burns. Several of the injuries were serious, the CPSC said. Certain Threshold Glass Jar candles are part …
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The IRS just announced the largest ever contribution limit increases for health savings accounts (HSAs), which may lead to some pretty big savings for anyone who has one. If you’re not familiar with HSAs, they can help you lower your overall healthcare costs by using untaxed dollars to pay for things like your deductible. Healthcare.gov …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Are you ready to pack your bags and head out of town for a little rest and …
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The Food and Drug Administration said that recalled Gerber baby food continued being distributed after a recall was initiated in March. The FDA reiterated the recall notice this week of certain lots of Gerber Good Start SootheProTM powdered infant formula. The formula was manufactured at the Company’s Gateway Eau Claire, Wisconsin, facility from Jan. 2 …
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Ford is recalling more than 310,000 trucks in the U.S. because the driver’s front airbag may not inflate in a crash. The recall covers certain F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty trucks from the 2016 model year. The company says dust can accumulate in a cable inside the steering wheel, interrupting the electrical connection. Ford …
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Last month, Yelp released its first-ever list of the 50 most loved food, restaurant and retail brands in the U.S. The company says these companies reflect the values of the Yelp user community — they are affordable, have great customer service, and offer consistent, high-quality products. Some of the brands that made the top five …
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The Transportation Security Administration is piloting a program to use facial recognition at airport screening checkpoints, an effort ruffling the feathers of privacy advocates ahead of the agency’s planned expansion of the technology this year. At 16 airports around the country, travelers insert their ID into a machine that scans its photo and matches that image with …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.T-Mobile is taking a big swing to entice new customers to switch to their mobile service and …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.If you’re looking to book a vacation this summer, Universal Orlando Resort is offering up a deal …
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A Tennessee company could be heading for a legal battle with U.S. auto safety regulators after refusing a request that millions of potentially dangerous air bag inflators be recalled. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is demanding that ARC Automotive Inc. of Knoxville, Tennessee, recall 67 million inflators in the U.S. because they could explode and …
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Peloton users are being told to stop riding their bikes after more than 2 million of them were recalled. A notice posted on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website says the bike’s seat post can break while a person is riding, causing them to fall or injure themselves. “Peloton has received 35 reports of the seat post …
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If you think you have a good grasp of what a phishing email looks like or what a scam call sounds like, don’t be so sure. Technology is making mimicking what a person sounds like much easier. As a result, the so-called “grandparent scam” is getting more sophisticated with help from AI, or artificial intelligence. …
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If you’re still deciding what to give Mom for Mother’s Day, consider giving her a moment to relax, whether it be inside or outside the home. It could be a spa day with a massage or a trip to the salon for a manicure and pedicure. The good news is that it doesn’t have to …
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Social Security is supposed to increase with the rate of inflation every year, but a new analysis indicates Social Security recipients are falling behind. According to the Senior Citizens League, people who retired before the year 2000 lost 36% of their buying power. On average, these retirees, generally over age 85, would need an extra $516 …
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J.D. Power released its annual rankings of airline customer satisfaction, and the results reflect a flying public beset with high costs, fees and travel disruption, though still clamoring for post-pandemic travel. This leaves airlines in a powerful position, filling seats and emboldened to keep fares high, but the economic winds could soon shift. “I’m always reminded of the …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Memorial Day is right around the corner! And you know what that means — it’s time to …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.A bag that’s gaining popularity on TikTok for being cheaper than another that’s nearly identical — but …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.If you’d rather not spend your Mother’s Day making dinner, KFC is offering up a deal that …
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Before taking Advil, you may want to check whether it’s been recalled. Family Dollar is voluntarily recalling various types of the pain reliever. The recall involves tablets, caplets and Liqui-Gels: -Advil 200-milligram tablet, 100 count -Advil tablet, 50 count -Advil tablet, six count -Advil 200-milligram caplet, 24 count -Advil Dual Action 36-count caplet -Advil Liqui-Gels, …
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The Department of Transportation (DOT) is working on legislation to require airlines to compensate passengers and cover expenses related to controllable delays and cancellations. The rule would hold airlines responsible for amenities like meals, hotels, transportation and rebooking — in addition to compensation — when they are to blame for stranding passengers. “When an airline …
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Attention bargain shoppers: Discount grocery chain Aldi is opening 120 new locations this year — and expanding into more markets. In an April 28 statement announcing the expansion, the company said it plans to open stores coast to coast, spanning the continental U.S. The statement named Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and New Orleans as two new …
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of 121,000 twin-over-twin bunk beds, stating that the wooden slats supporting the beds can break while in use. The beds were made by Walker Edison Furniture. The company has received 14 reports of the bunk beds’ slats breaking. One of the incidents resulted in a minor …
Owners of older BMWs are being asked to stop driving their vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said BMW issued a “do not drive” warning for 90,000 vehicles built between 2000 and 2006. The vehicles, X5s, 3 Series and 5 Series, were previously recalled because they are equipped with defective Takata airbags. “If …
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Flowers are among the most popular gifts for moms on Mother’s Day, if not the most popular gift. Each year, though, they seem to get more expensive. But there are ways to save, without looking cheap. Over the coming days, millions of other shoppers will buy everything from flower bouquets to hanging baskets to more …
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People are being advised to stop using certain at-home COVID-19 tests. The Food and Drug Administration said it has “significant concerns” about bacterial contamination in Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests’ liquid solution. They were distributed by Roche Diagnostics. The FDA says the solution has been found to be contaminated with organisms such as Enterococcus, Enterobacter, Klebsiella …
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If you’re apartment hunting these days, you’ll likely pay apartment application fees. While those fees used to be $20 to $50, some renters are now being asked to pay hundreds of dollars without guaranteeing they will get the apartment. McKenzie and Erick Willett have finally found a new apartment. But they are bitter after losing …
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Selling your home can be one of the more stressful experiences of your life. With the housing market in a state of flux, it makes sense that you’d want to get the most value out of your home as possible. Fortunately, there are certain features in your home that may make it more appealing to …
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T-Mobile informed some customers recently that “bad actors” accessed their information, including social security and government ID numbers. The company informed its customers that financial account information and call records were not part of the breach. The company said that it has a number of “safeguards in place” to prevent a breach like this from …
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If you’ve ever told your furry friend to get a job when they ask for more toys and treats, you may soon get your wish. PetMeds is searching for a Chief Barketing Officer who has “a nose for a killer creative campaign.” However, the company notes that it’s also OK if they don’t actually have …
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