Queen bees. Catty Heathers. Mean girls. They ruled the roost in high school, and girls catering to their whims secured admission to a secret “cool” clique of popular privilege. But now that we’re out of the cafeteria and into the…
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The Equifax credit reporting agency meant to help protect Americans' credit reports suffered its own security breach. How can we protect ourselves?
You may have thought (like the rest of us) that Target couldn’t get much better after announcing its own exclusive $5 wine brand, but you were mistaken. Target just announced the store is lowering prices on thousands of items you…
Hundreds of thousands of cars have been damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Harvey and the floods in the Houston area. Some sources estimate 500,000 vehicles have been damaged, while others say closer to 1 million cars have been destroyed as a result of…
There’s a chance you’ve never used Equifax, or even heard of it, but that doesn’t mean you’re safe from the latest data breach. The major consumer credit reporting agency was hacked recently and cyber criminals accessed sensitive information—like names, social…
Prince William and his wife Kate have only just announced they are expecting another baby, but companies are already sensing a chance to cash in. Dozens of businesses—from suppliers of baby products and fashion retailers to betting agencies—posted congratulatory messages…
Burger joints, you’re low on the (fast) food chain. Chicken, pizza, taco, burrito and even donut fast-food spots are out-performing the almighty burger when it comes to customer satisfaction, according to a new survey that ranks Americans’ fave fast food…
We can all agree: Vacations are the best. But you know what’s the worst? Looking at your credit card statement after vacation. Oof. Of course, most of us are getting paid while we’re on vacation (hello, PTO!) but vacation spending…
The construction industry’s message: “We’re hiring.” In fact, there are 225,000 construction job openings, according to the most recent statistics released by the Bureau of Labor from July 2017. After the Great Recession, residential construction rebounded and home builders and…
Business Insider recently mapped out the highest-earning tech company in each state. What's the largest tech company in yours?
Pop quiz: What’s the most expensive ingredient in beer? It’s not barley or hops. Rather, it’s taxes; or so says The Beer Institute, which represents the $252.6 billion beer industry. (Hmm, we can’t imagine what taxes taste like, but imagine…
If you can convince someone to drop you off or pick you up at the airport, you know you have a good friend. It’s one of the biggest favors a pal can do for you—removing the hassle of what to…
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The 10th anniversary of Apple’s iPhone is coming up in just a few weeks, and rumors about what the anniversary will bring about for the company and its customers are running wild. Apple will reportedly unveil its latest iPhone 8,…
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How much do Americans love playing the lottery? A lot. Last year Americans spent a total of $73.5 billion on traditional lottery tickets, according to the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries. Add in electronic lottery games and…
Target has its eye on the future and the company showed off its plans by unveiling a new store redesign in Minneapolis this week.
Scientists have figured out what type of gifts we should be giving after conducting several experiments through a research study.
Kmart employees got some more bad news this week: Sears announced that it would be closing 28 additional Kmart stores. “We will be closing these stores later this year as we continue to transform our business model so that our…
In theory, in-store pick-up combines the best of both worlds. With the hybrid shopping model, you can select what you want online. That means you don’t have to wander around big box stores looking for what you need and then…
Whole Foods changed the way meat is sold in grocery stores, but now that customers have higher standards than ever before—can the grocer keep up?
It’s easy enough to imagine that movie stars are making gobs of money. But have you ever stopped to wonder exactly how much they earn? Forbes has put together its annual list of the world’s highest-paid celebrities. They compiled this…
Who hasn’t daydreamed about winning the lottery? It’s fun to imagine the house you’d buy or the vacations you’d take if you ever hit it big. If you don’t usually play the lottery, now might be the time. That’s because…
A jury awarded a California woman $417 million in a case against Johnson & Johnson. The award includes money for compensatory and punitive damages.
Most of our communication these days comes from emails or texting, so it wouldn’t seem out of the ordinary to receive a message from your bank directly to your phone. As trustworthy as these messages may seem, it’s important to…
James Bond's favorite car company just made a splash on the auction scene. A glossy turquoise 1956 Aston Martin sold for an outrageous $22.6 million.
Between sky-high rent, taxes, gas, parking and food, life gets expensive quickly—and many people have taken to saving money in any way they can. You might live with a few more roommates than you’d like and you probably know someone…
Interpreting your doctor bills can be a pain in the you know what. (To help, we’ve put together a guide of what to do when a big doctor bill hits you). But now a new lawsuit might cause you to…
Your GPA and the school you attended may not matter when applying for your first job. Find out what recruiters actually look for in recent grads.
We often think about the relative value of the U.S. dollar when we’re traveling internationally. But have you ever paused to think how strong your dollar is when you’re traveling domestically? For example, a crisp $100 bill will buy more…
Remember a few years ago when news stories started appearing about people being injured or killed by shrapnel from their car’s airbags? Well, owners of some Nissan vehicles could be eligible for a $500 settlement, use of a rental car…
It's the lunar event of the century—and some companies are cashing in. Companies are offering special deals and promos to take advantage of the occasion.
After selling nearly 2,500 diamond engagement rings using the Tiffany & Co. name, Costco has been ordered by federal judge to pay $19.4 million.
From workplace health initiatives that reward employees if they lose weight to apps that will pay you if you shed pounds, there’s several ways you can earn a little cash while losing weight. But can a fatter wallet actually incentivize…
Apparently, many Joe’s Crab Shack and Brick House Tavern restaurants have been closing—without warning—across the country this month. The closures started the week of Aug. 7, according to The Consumerist, which has been keeping a close eye on this story.…
You already know The Cheesecake Factory as a place to go for humongous portions. But, now, a lawsuit alleges the restaurant chain has also been dishing out some oversized “suggested tip amounts.” Over the past several years, many restaurants have…
Recently, my very own grandma was nearly swindled out of a couple thousand dollars as part of the “Hey Grandma” scam. (Though, don’t let the name deceive you, because grandpas are targeted, too). In a nutshell, scammers pose to be…
Your wallet is nowhere to be found. Your mind starts racing as you attempt to remember everything that was in there. Who do you call first? What information do you give them? Losing your wallet (or having it stolen) puts…
As a kid, there was nothing I loved more than whiling away an afternoon playing with my Barbies. I even somehow convinced my sister, who was seven years older than me, to play with me even though she was definitely…
Luxury tequila is having a moment right now. And Mexico's Clase Azul tequila brand is capitalizing on the craze—selling bottles for $30,000.
We all know those people that will go to great lengths to pamper their pups. From pet spas that offer “pawicures” to nifty products like dog umbrellas and cat hammocks, some of our furry friends are living more glamorous lives…
Amazon says it is taking action against potentially counterfeit solar eclipse glasses. Here's how to ensure you're buying safe eyewear.
Have you ever wondered what the total cost of a trip to Disney is? No? Well you're going to wish you had never wondered at all.
If you received one of those obnoxious robocalls about a free cruise, you could win $300–per call–in a recent settlement.
Verizon Wireless has announced the Smart Rewards program is ending on Nov. 1, 2017. You know what that means-it's time to use up your points!
If you're a loyal user of Target's Cartwheel app, listen up. Some serious changes are coming, and you're not going to like them.
Bad news for fans of Applebee’s and IHOP: The parent company for the two chains plans to close more than 150 restaurants. The parent company for both chains, DineEquity, says it plans to close between 105 and 135 Applebee’s locations…
About 15 percent of people reported losing a dog or cat in the past five years, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Most times, though, there’s a happy ending, as 85 percent of those…
Arguably the worst part of shopping is waiting in long checkout lines. Of course you could shop online, but sometimes you just want to try on that dress first to see how it looks or pick out the ripest-looking apple.…