Watch out for this Amazon delivery notice scam

John Matarese  |  December 17, 2019

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.Many people…

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Subaru is recalling 250,000 cars that could lose power while driving

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 16, 2019

If you own a newer-model Subaru, check your VIN. More than 250,000 Ascent, Crosstrek, Forester and Impreza vehicles are being recalled because they could lose power while driving, which could result in a crash. Around 205,000 Crosstrek and Impreza models from the…

You can nominate a young person who’s working to make their community a better place to win $10,000 from U.S. Cellular

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 11, 2019

Do you know an inspiring young person who could use some extra cash for a cause they believe in? U.S. Cellular is looking for young people ages 6-17 for their “The Future of Good” campaign, offering them a chance to…

This company with 198 employees gave out $10 million in bonuses

Jenn Fields  |  December 10, 2019

In the era of the gig economy, getting a year-end bonus from a company feels like a rare thing. Some of us would even be glad to get Clark Griswold‘s letdown bonus of a one-year membership to the jelly of…

Hilton is hiring 700 work-from-home employees

Kate Streit  |  December 10, 2019

Working from home definitely has its perks. If you’ve ever dreamed of being able to work in your pajamas, now may be your chance. Hilton is hiring 700 work-from-home employees to fill a number of customer service and reservation positions.…

Banana artwork sold for $120,000—and then someone ate it

Kathleen St. John  |  December 10, 2019

The annual Art Basel Miami Beach show always makes headlines for its glamorous parties, celebrity sightings and breakout art stars. This year, though, there’s one story that’s getting all the attention — that of the $120,000 banana. Officially titled “Comedian”…

Amazon and Walmart will no longer sell infant inclined sleepers

Kathleen St. John  |  December 6, 2019

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.Responding to…

eBay will stop selling infant inclined sleepers on its site

Clint Davis  |  December 5, 2019

Another online retail giant has decided to pull infant inclined sleepers from its selection in the wake of the products being blamed for dozens of deaths. According to Consumer Reports, eBay made the announcement on Dec. 3 that it would…

You could get paid $1,000 to watch all the ‘Star Wars’ movies back to back

Marie Rossiter  |  December 3, 2019

There are a lot of people who claim to be “Star Wars” fans, but the search is on for the No. 1 most devoted “Star Wars” fan in the entire galaxy. The website CableTV.com has put out the call for…

2 brands of flour are being recalled nationwide for possible E. coli contamination

Steph Auteri  |  December 3, 2019

As we enter prime baking season, we urge you to check the flour in your pantry. Last week, on Nov. 27, both Hodgson Mill and United Natural Foods Inc. issued voluntary recalls on 5-pound bags of their all-purpose flour products.…

Ready-to-eat salads and sushi are being recalled for possible listeria contamination

Marie Rossiter  |  December 3, 2019

If you recently purchased any ready-to-eat foods, you should check your refrigerator right away. Fuji Food Products, Inc. recently issued a voluntary recall of almost two dozen of its prepared food products sold across the East Coast and upper Midwest…

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Netflix no longer works on some older TVs and devices—here’s what you need to know

Kate Streit  |  December 3, 2019

Netflix and other streaming services have revolutionized the way we consume entertainment media. However, some people are utilizing this 21st-century technology on TVs and other devices that were around long before we could binge-watch “StrangerThings” or fall in love with…

Nearly 100,000 pounds of packaged salad are being recalled for E. coli concerns

Anna Weaver  |  November 25, 2019

Salad eaters, take note! At least 40 people across the country were sickened after eating packaged romaine salad items contaminated with E. coli, so food safety experts have issued a wider recall of all romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California.…

GM CEO Mary Barra Holds Press Conference On Ignition Switch Recall

General Motors is recalling more than 640,000 pickups because their seat belts can cause fires

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 22, 2019

If you own a newer model General Motors pickup truck, you’ll want to check your VIN number. GM is recalling more than 640,000 Chevrolet and GMC light- and heavy-duty pickup trucks after it was found that a part on the…

Here’s how you can win a 1-year supply of Ghirardelli Chocolate

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 19, 2019

One of the best parts about the holiday season is all the delicious treats that go along with it. From the main course to festive cocktails and dessert, there’s pretty much no way you can go wrong when it comes…

Dodge minivans are being recalled because their seatbelts may fail in a crash

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 18, 2019

If you have a newer Dodge Grand Caravan, it’s time to check your VIN number. Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles after it was found that some seatbelts could come loose during a crash, which could lead…

Nissan In Talks With Mitsubishi Motors

Nissan is recalling nearly 400,000 vehicles for a brake defect

Marie Rossiter  |  November 18, 2019

The Nissan Motor Company has issued a recall of hundreds of thousands of its vehicles after discovering a defect that could cause fires. On Nov. 15, Nissan sent notification of the issue to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or…

Get paid $1,000 to watch 24 Hallmark Christmas movies in 12 days

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 15, 2019

If you love Hallmark Christmas movies — and I mean really love Hallmark Christmas movies — you have a chance to win $1,000 and a prize package this year just by kicking back and watching the channel’s holiday romcoms. CenturyLink…

GM CEO Mary Barra Holds Press Conference On Ignition Switch Recall

General Motors is recalling over 600,000 pickups and SUVs for a brake problem

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 11, 2019

In a document posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website, GM says that if a wheel-speed sensor fails while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph when in all-wheel-drive or automatic mode, the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

Smoked salmon is being recalled in 23 states for a potential botulism risk

Kate Streit  |  November 8, 2019

On Nov. 6, the FDA announced that Mill Stream Corp (Sullivan Harbor Farm) of Hancock, Maine, is voluntarily recalling 10 lots of its cold smoked salmon because of the risk of contamination with Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism, a …

Sears is closing 96 more Sears and Kmart stores—here’s the list of locations that are closing

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 8, 2019

Sears and Kmart announced it will close a third of its stores in February 2020. Here's the list of all 96 locations that will be closing, by state.

You can now buy an Alexa-compatible Christmas tree

Kate Streit  |  November 7, 2019

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.“Alexa, turn…

Satya Nadella Launches Microsoft Build Conference

Microsoft tried 3-day weekends and saw a huge jump in productivity

Tricia Goss  |  November 6, 2019

Microsoft recently gave some of its employees more personal time, and the rewards should cause other employers to sit up and take notice. Not only did workers benefit from more time away from the office, but the company’s bottom line…

AT&T fined $60 million for limiting bandwidth and slowing connections on ‘unlimited’ data plans

Claire Gillespie  |  November 6, 2019

Unlimited should mean unlimited, and AT&T has been reminded of that, to the tune of $60 million. The multinational telephone company — one of the world’s largest, in terms of total revenue (a whopping $170.8 billion in 2018) — has…

Sam's Clubs To Cut 10 Percent Of Workforce

You can buy diapers for as little as 6 cents each at Sam’s Club right now

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 5, 2019

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…

More than 100 vegetable products are being recalled for listeria concerns

Anna Weaver  |  November 5, 2019

Check your vegetable bin: A large scale recall on 100-plus pre-packaged vegetable products sold in the U.S. and Canada under brand names like Del Monte, O Organics and Signature Farms was recently announced. Mann Packing Co., which distributed the vegetable…

Frozen raspberries are being recalled for possible hepatitis A contamination

Claire Gillespie  |  November 4, 2019

"Wawona Frozen Foods is issuing this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution due to a positive test result taken as part of a government sampling program," said Wawona's announcement. "There have been no illnesses associated with this voluntary and precautionary recall to date."

You can nominate a co-worker to win $200 and a year’s supply of coffee

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 4, 2019

Unless you absolutely love your job, heading out to work in the morning can be a bummer. Which is why it’s so important to have co-workers you actually look forward to seeing. And if any of those co-workers happen to…

Hardee’s is asking fans to create the restaurant’s next biscuit sandwich recipe

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 1, 2019

If you like cooking and coming up with your own recipes, fast-food chain Hardee’s is holding a contest just for you! The restaurant is looking for the next “mouth-watering,” made-from-scratch biscuit recipe and is giving whoever comes up with one…

Teachers, you can get a free classroom kit from Colgate to teach your students about dental health

Kate Streit  |  October 30, 2019

Dental health starts with caring for your teeth at a young age. To help get kids started on the path of lifelong healthy habits to care for their teeth, Colgate is offering free Bright Smiles, Bright Futures classroom kits for…

This company is giving away free flights to the Caribbean for nurses

Kate Streit  |  October 29, 2019

Calling all nurses looking for a tropical getaway! This copmany is giving away free economy flights to 50 nurses — plus a guest each — to the beach destination of their choice.

Tiffany & Co. is selling a $112,000 Advent calendar full of diamonds

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 28, 2019

‘Tis the season of Advent calendars. From hard seltzer to socks and countdowns to Christmas featuring your favorite movie characters, there’s an Advent calendar for pretty much everyone. You can even get an Advent calendar for your dog. If you…

80 Boston College Students Fall Ill After Eating At Chipotle Restaurant

Chipotle will now pay 100% of college tuition costs for employees

Brittany Anas  |  October 28, 2019

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.As student…

You can buy super cute ‘Frozen 2’-inspired shoes for your kids

Helen Lee  |  October 28, 2019

Excitement is building for the November 22 release of “Frozen II.” If you just can’t wait for Disney’s sequel to the hit 2013 computer-animated film, you’re in luck. Tie-in merchandise is starting to appear on shelves — including super-cute shoes…

Amazon To Buy Online Shoe Retailer Zappos

Zappos shoppers affected by the 2012 data breach may be eligible for a discount code

Kate Streit  |  October 26, 2019

If you shopped at Zappos in 2012, you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your next order from the retailer. Nine plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit filed a motion that the company provide a discount code of 10%…

Verizon is giving away a free year of Disney’s new streaming service to customers

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  October 24, 2019

If you’re an existing Verizon Wireless customer or need a reason to switch internet providers, Verizon is offering a pretty sweet perk. All existing Verizon Wireless Unlimited customers, as well as new Fios Home Internet and new 5G Home Internet…

More than 6,000 pounds of turkey and sausage patties from Walmart are being recalled

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  October 23, 2019

More than 6,444 pounds of turkey and pork sausage patties have been recalled over possible salmonella contamination.

1 million dressers sold at Sears and Kmart are being recalled for tipping over

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 21, 2019

Around 1 million dressers sold at Sears and Kmart stores are being recalled after it was found they could tip over. The recall includes Belmont four-drawer dressers with plastic drawer glides that were sold at Sears and Kmart stores nationwide…

California just passed a law guaranteeing all students lunch at school

Anna Weaver  |  October 21, 2019

The state of California has joined the effort to stop “lunch shaming” in schools. California Gov. Gavin Newsom approved SB 265 on Oct. 12, which makes sure K-12 students who have unpaid school meal fees aren’t denied a meal or…

Subaru Foresters are being recalled for potentially faulty airbags

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 17, 2019

If you own a Subaru Forester, check your VIN number. Subaru is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats after it was discovered that an electrical connection in the front passenger seat may loosen. If that happens, the…

Fast Food Workers Nationwide To Demand Higher Wages

Taco Bell is recalling 2 million pounds of seasoned beef for potential metal contamination

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  October 16, 2019

If your local Taco Bell was out of beef this week, we now know the reason why. Taco Bell’s parent company Yum! Brands issued a recall for 2.3 million pounds of seasoned ground beef in 21 states over fears that…

These $1,425 Jesus-inspired sneakers filled with holy water sold out instantly

Kate Streit  |  October 15, 2019

Would you pay $4,000 for a pair of sneakers? Brooklyn-based creative arts company MSCHF took some Nike Air Max 97 athletic shoes, which sell for about $160, and gave them an upgrade. These shoes now have a much higher price…

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This new phone scam uses a text from your bank to fool you

Kate Streit  |  October 14, 2019

When you receive a phone call from your bank, it may not be what it seems. Thanks to a new scam tactic, a call from someone claiming to be at your bank may actually be a ruse. Pieter Gunst, who…

Ikea is recalling infant bibs because they may pose a choking hazard

Marie Rossiter  |  October 11, 2019

Consumers need to check their baby bibs against a new recall notice. According to Ikea and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, the retailer’s Matvra Bibs are being recalled due to a choking hazard to young children. The recall…

Concerns Over Bird Flu Continues To Effect Thailand's Chicken Industry

Kroger, Aldi and other grocery stores are recalling chicken over listeria concerns

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 10, 2019

If you’ve purchased frozen cooked, diced or shredded chicken or pre-made chicken salad recently, listen up. Tip Top Poultry, Inc. is recalling some of their products for possible listeria contamination. The original recall was issued in September and included Trader…

You’re almost guaranteed a job as a pilot if you complete this new United Airlines program

Kate Streit  |  October 10, 2019

United Airlines has launched a new pilot recruitment program known as Aviate. The program offers structured career pathways for both aspiring and established pilots to work for United. The airline plans to hire more than 10,000 pilots by 2029. If…

Amazon is now selling a tiny home ‘cube’ that has a full kitchen

Tricia Goss  |  October 9, 2019

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…

Jimmy John’s now has smaller ‘Little John’ sandwiches for $3

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 9, 2019

It happens to us all at some point: You’re out running errands. Perhaps they’re taking a bit longer than you thought. And suddenly, you realize you skipped lunch. It’s past lunchtime, but not quite time for dinner. Plus, you still…

Words with Friends data hack affects up to 218 million users

Marie Rossiter  |  October 8, 2019

If you’ve ever played Words With Friends on your smartphone, then you need to change your passwords because of a recently announced security breach. A hacker claims he hacked into Zynga, Inc, the parent company of the popular game. An…

iTunes is officially dead—here’s what that means for you

Steph Auteri  |  October 8, 2019

For those of you who lose your mind every time Twitter changes its web interface, or who feel lost every time Google discontinues a product that was essential to your life (R.I.P. Google Reader), you’d better sit down. iTunes is…

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