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Your Halloween candy will cost more this year thanks to skyrocketing prices

Scripps News  |  October 24, 2022

The scariest part of Halloween this year might be the cost of participating. Candy prices are soaring. In fact, candy costs have experienced their highest jump on record this year, leaving many of us saying “boo” in a less-than-festive manner.…

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American Airlines plans to end first-class seating on international flights

Scripps News  |  October 21, 2022

American Airlines is reportedly removing first-class cabins and replacing them with business-class seats on international flights. CNN reports that American’s Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja told investors that “first class will not exist” on those flights because there’s a lack…

A "now hiring" sign is posted in Garnet Valley, Pa., Monday, May 10, 2021. Applications for unemployment benefits inched down last week, Thursday, April 21, 2022, as the total number of Americans collecting aid fell to its lowest level in more than 50 years. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

More employers adding student loan payments as a job benefit

Scripps News  |  October 21, 2022

With the attention on student loan forgiveness right now, a small but growing number of companies are adding or considering adding student loan assistance as a benefit for their workers. Some are offering student debt consolidation plans for people to…

IRS made inflation adjustments for 2023 that could mean lower tax rates for many

Scripps News  |  October 19, 2022

Historic inflation rates in the U.S. have spurred some changes that will reduce many people’s tax bill next year. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced dozens of adjustments due to inflation that affect individual tax income brackets for the 2023…

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Levi’s jeans from the 1800s found in mine shaft sell for more than $87,000

Kathleen St. John  |  October 18, 2022

Serious clotheshorses will pay top dollar for vintage denim. Two collectors from Los Angeles just blew some minds, though, when they paid $87,400 ($76,000 plus a buyer’s premium) for a pair of jeans made almost 150 years ago. Did we…

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Student loan forgiveness application site opens for beta testing

Scripps News  |  October 17, 2022

The U.S. Department of Education launched a beta site for its student loan forgiveness plan on Friday. The site could be temporarily paused for assessments, but student loan borrowers will be able to submit applications via the site, which will…

MacKenzie Scott gives $15 million for eyeglasses for farm workers in developing countries

Tricia Goss  |  October 17, 2022

In May 2019, MacKenzie Scott joined The Giving Pledge, a movement of the world’s wealthiest philanthropists, stating that she had a disproportionate amount of money. She vowed to give away billions and began to do so almost immediately. Recently, the…

Grocery chains Kroger and Albertsons announce merger

Scripps News  |  October 14, 2022

Two major grocery chains, Kroger and Albertsons, announced on Oct. 14 a merger of the two companies. In a statement, Kroger said the mega-chain would hold nearly 5,000 locations in 48 states. “We are bringing together two purpose-driven organizations to…

Noel, Matt, Paul and Prue of "The Great British Baking Show," which airs in America on Netflix.

Netflix is launching a $7 ad-supported plan in November

Helen Lee  |  October 14, 2022

The rising price of a Netflix subscription over the past few years has led to complaints and even lawsuits from customers — and a loss in growth for the popular streaming service. Back in April, the company announced a remedy:…

Delta customers could soon take electric aircraft to and from airports

Scripps News  |  October 13, 2022

Delta customers will soon be able to get to and from the airport with the help of an electric aircraft. On Oct. 11, the airline announced that they’d partnered with Joby Aviation, an electric air taxi startup, by investing $60…

You can get paid $600 to watch TikTok videos

Tricia Goss  |  October 13, 2022

Is sending TikTok videos to family and friends your love language? Is your idea of the perfect day off curling up with a drink and some snacks to scroll your For You page all day? If so, we might have…

Cars wait at Starbucks drive-thru

Starbucks plans store redesign to make getting your coffee and snacks much faster

Bridget Sharkey  |  October 12, 2022

Have you noticed that your Starbucks drive-thru order is taking a lot longer these days? Don’t blame the baristas: The reason for slower lines is that customized drinks have skyrocketed, and it’s difficult for baristas to keep up with that…

Christmas tree in holiday shop at Target

Despite reduced imports, retailers say they’re well stocked for the holidays

Scripps News  |  October 12, 2022

Retailers in the U.S. are said to be well stocked and ready for holiday shoppers amid reduced imports as China still grapples with warehouse shutdowns. While imports in the U.S. increased early in 2022 compared to 2021, imports have fallen…

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Facebook says more than 400 apps may be stealing username and password information

Scripps News  |  October 9, 2022

Facebook says it has reported over 400 Android and iOS apps designed to steal username and password information. The apps are disguised as photo editors, games, VPN services, business apps and other utilities, Facebook stated. The social media platform claims the app…

Pepsi will be first company to get the Tesla Semi

Scripps News  |  October 8, 2022

Pepsi truck drivers will soon be delivering goods in a Tesla Semi. Tesla Founder Elon Musk tweeted Oct. 7 that the company started production on the tractor-trailers. They are scheduled to be delivered to a plant in California in December.…

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Groupon has special deals in the week leading up to Groupon Day on Oct. 14

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 6, 2022

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Airbnb offering free housing to those affected by Florida hurricanes

Scripps News  |  October 5, 2022

Airbnb will offer temporary housing to those who were displaced by  hurricanes. The company said they would offer victims affected by Hurricane Ian in the U.S. and Hurricane Fiona in the Caribbean a free place to stay. The company said…

Some wrecked boats are shown in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, after Hurricane Ian.

How to spot Hurricane Ian relief scams

Marie Rossiter  |  October 4, 2022

Hurricane Ian left a swath of destruction on Florida’s west coast last week. As residents continue to pick up the remnants of their lives, they often find themselves desperate to find some relief. The same holds true for people outside…

Federal government adjusts student loan forgiveness program amid state lawsuits

Scripps News  |  October 4, 2022

There are new changes to who is eligible for the new federal student loan forgiveness program. It comes as six states filed lawsuits to try and block the plan altogether. The change impacts borrowers who used Perkins loans and Federal…

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TikTok is tracking people on sites across the web—even if they don’t use the app

Bridget Sharkey  |  October 3, 2022

We all know that the apps we use can track our behavior on the web. But up until now, we assumed that only the apps we signed up for, or the apps we regularly used, would be following our online…

A Michaels craft store is shown in Plattsburgh, New York.

This free Halloween costume demo at Michaels will help you with last-minute costumes

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 3, 2022

If you have a habit of waiting until a few days before Halloween to make your family’s costumes, Michaels is holding a free event the weekend before the big day that will give you some last-minute ideas. The Last Minute…

Kobalt headlamp

Lowe’s is giving away free headlamps at every store in October

Tricia Goss  |  September 30, 2022

Lowe’s is giving away free Kobalt headlamps — and the reason for this act of goodwill comes in the name of safety. October is National Fire Safety Month, and Fire Prevention Week happens from Oct. 9-15 this year. The National…

Olive Garden’s Never Ending Pasta Bowl is returning this fall

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 30, 2022

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Amazon’s Prime Early Access sale has begun—here are some of the best deals (so far)

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 27, 2022

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Job seeker looks for jobs online

What are ‘ghost jobs’ and why are there so many of them?

Tricia Goss  |  September 26, 2022

Is it true that everybody’s hiring but nobody wants to work, or could there be another reason that so many companies have ongoing openings? Industry experts point to a phenomenon known as ghost jobs.   Job seekers have complained about applying…

Castelsardo, Province of Sassari, Sardinia, Italy

The government of this Italian island will pay you $15,000 to move there

Tricia Goss  |  September 23, 2022

Are you longing to live somewhere with stunning beaches, delicious food and a verdant, remote countryside setting? Then, Sardinia could be your dream come true. Better still, if you meet specific criteria, you could even be paid to relocate to…

Target plans to hire 100K seasonal workers for the holidays

Scripps News  |  September 23, 2022

Target is preparing for the holidays. The retailer announced plans to hire 100,000 seasonal workers. The employees will be spread out across stores and supply chain facilities, the company said. Target hired 100,000 people for seasonal jobs last year as…

Alaska to give each resident over $3,200 from oil producers

Scripps News  |  September 22, 2022

Officials in Alaska recently announced that residents will each receive $3,284 from the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend. The fund is paid for by the state’s oil producers. The fund is open to those who were considered Alaska residents for all…

Woman paying bills

Five ways the Federal Reserve’s rate hike will affect your finances

Scripps News  |  September 22, 2022

The Federal Reserve has raised rates for the third time in a series of “supersize” rate hikes that Fed Chair Jerome Powell says is expected to continue to try to reduce inflation aggressively. The Fed is waging a historic campaign…

Walmart sign on store

Walmart hiring 40,000 seasonal workers for holiday season

Scripps News  |  September 22, 2022

With several holidays happening soon, Walmart announced that it’s looking to hire 40,000 seasonal workers this holiday season. The company is looking to hire several positions: full-time, permanent truck drivers, seasonal store associates, and customer care associates. The company added…

Kids reading books

Kids can read to earn free pizza with Pizza Hut’s Book It program

Marie Rossiter  |  September 21, 2022

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Here’s why the FDA just warned people not to cook chicken in NyQuil

Scripps News  |  September 20, 2022

The Food and Drug Administration recently issued a warning advising the public not to cook chicken in NyQuil. The FDA said the alert comes amid a social media challenge. “One social media trend relying on peer pressure is online video…

Photo magnets on refrigerator

You can get a free 5-by-7 photo magnet at Walgreens right now

Tricia Goss  |  September 20, 2022

It’s a great time to start collecting stocking stuffers, and when you can get them for free, it’s even better. At Walgreens.com, you can order a custom 5-by-7 photo magnet at no charge and choose free in-store pickup to get…

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Scammers are putting bogus Google charges on people’s bank accounts

Scripps News  |  September 19, 2022

Check your bank statements: A scam involving unauthorized Google charges is hitting bank accounts across the country. The charges are totally bogus but appear to be coming from Google and Google Play, and typically there’s more than one on your…

Save over $100 on this 40-piece dinnerware set for 8

Tricia Goss  |  September 16, 2022

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Bed Bath & Beyond releases list of stores set to close

Scripps News  |  September 16, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond is closing “lower-producing” stores following a decline in sales. The company released a list Thursday of more than 50 stores it will close in 2022. The closures include stores in 20 different states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada,…

Honda 6-volt Metropolitan ride-on toy only $88 at Walmart.com

Tricia Goss  |  September 16, 2022

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You can get paid $1,300 to watch 13 classic Stephen King movies

Scripps News  |  September 15, 2022

Dish is offering to pay someone $1,300 to watch 13 classic Stephen King films as part of their third Stephen King movie marathon this fall. As CNBC reported, the winning participant will be asked to wear a Fitbit to track their…

Today’s Amazon Deals of the Day include three Dash kitchen essentials

Tricia Goss  |  September 13, 2022

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Apple’s latest iPhone update lets you edit or delete text messages

Scripps News  |  September 13, 2022

Apple launched an update on Monday that would allow iPhone owners to use new features. One of the new features includes editing or deleting text messages. According to the company, iPhone users can edit a message up to 15 minutes…

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UPS hiring more than 100,000 seasonal workers for holiday season

Scripps News  |  September 12, 2022

UPS said it plans to hire more than 100,000 seasonal employees as it gears up for the holiday season. The company announced Monday that they will fill full- and part-time seasonal positions, primarily driver helpers, package handlers, seasonal delivery and…

Princeton University campus

Princeton will offer a full ride to students whose families make up to $100,000

Tricia Goss  |  September 12, 2022

Princeton University announced that it would financially support more undergraduates and their families to attract talented students from diverse backgrounds. The Ivy League school will begin offering a full ride to most undergraduates from families earning up to $100,000 a…

Soldier holds cash money

U.S. Army is paying signing bonuses up to $50,000 to enlist

Tricia Goss  |  September 9, 2022

The U.S. Army is offering the most significant bonus ever for new recruits. The maximum compensation in the past was $40,000, but new recruits who commit to six years of service can now receive a $50,000 bonus. A competitive job…

This top-rated steam cleaner is on sale

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 8, 2022

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…

Qantas will let passengers pay to keep the seat next to them empty

Tricia Goss  |  September 8, 2022

Going forward, if you want some alone time on a flight, Australian airline Qantas might offer it to you — for a price. The “Neighbour Free” seating option is a trial program now running across six domestic routes over a…

Driver in cabin of truck on highway

Gas station chain offering discounts amid spike in diesel fuel prices

Scripps News  |  September 7, 2022

While Sheetz gas and convenience stores might be mostly clustered in areas around the eastern coast of the U.S., drivers of diesel vehicles going long distances could be pleasantly surprised at the discounts the brand is offering for Truck Driver…

Two hot dogs with ketchup and mustard.

You can get $500 and 2 free tickets to an NFL game to review stadium food

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 7, 2022

Sports fans obviously love football season for the actual games, but game-day food is an important part of the overall experience. If you just happen to love this time of year both for the football and the treats, Pickswise is…

Criminals are using jammers, deauthers to disrupt Wi-Fi security cameras

Scripps Local Media  |  September 7, 2022

A new warning is being issued for anyone who uses wireless security cameras like Ring to protect their home. A Detroit woman said her Ring camera didn’t capture the moment her car was stolen from the front of her house,…

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