You can get paid $5,000 to eat cereal for dinner

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 30, 2022

If you’re having trouble coming up with dinner ideas after a long workday, Kellogg’s is offering up some serious cash if you’re willing to have breakfast for dinner. Specifically: a bowl (or two) of cereal. Now through National Breakfast Day…

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National Cinema Day will bring $3 movie tickets to a theater near you

Tricia Goss  |  August 29, 2022

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T-Mobile teaming up with SpaceX to improve coverage in remote areas

Scripps News  |  August 29, 2022

T-Mobile and SpaceX are teaming up to provide more complete coverage in the U.S. The mobile carrier says it will leverage SpaceX’s satellites to offer cell service in even the most remote locations in the U.S. “More than just a…

Private Caribbean Island with home is for sale for just $475,000

Tricia Goss  |  August 26, 2022

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How to apply for student loan forgiveness

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 25, 2022

On Oct. 17, the Department of Education officially launched the student debt forgiveness program application process following the successful launch of its beta site over the weekend. The Biden Administration first announced it will be forgiving student loan debt for…

Lazy person watching streaming TV

You can get paid $1,000 to give up streaming services for a month

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 25, 2022

If you’ve been looking for a good reason not to watch so much TV, how does exchanging your screen habit for $1,000 sound? The company Myprotein is looking to pay one person $1,000 to give up streaming services for a…

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Who is eligible for federal student loan forgiveness?

Scripps News  |  August 24, 2022

President Joe Biden announced a plan Aug. 24 to forgive up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt. Who is eligible? The Department of Education said it will cancel student loan debt for individuals who make under $125,000 and married…

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Kia, Hyundai recall more than 280,000 SUVs due to fire risk

Scripps Local Media  |  August 24, 2022

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Hyundai and Kia recalled more than 281,000 of their vehicles due to a fire risk. The NHTSA said the recall involves more than 245,000 Hyundai Palisade vehicle models from 2020-2022 and over 36,000…

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Steak prices fall as beef supply starts to catch up with demand

Marie Rossiter  |  August 24, 2022

Good news at the grocery store for a change! After many months of rising prices on everything from gas to groceries, prices for certain cuts of beef are falling — at least for now. According to Information Resources, Inc. (IRI),…

Woman watching TV on couch

You can get paid $1,000 to binge-watch 10 hours of ‘Full House’

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 24, 2022

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Bath & Body Works now has a rewards program for frequent buyers

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 24, 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.After a…

Authorities warn of sophisticated scammers impersonating law enforcement

Scripps Local Media  |  August 23, 2022

Authorities are sounding the alarm about yet another scam. Scammers are pretending to be law enforcement and are threatening arrest for past violations unless victims pay money. Macomb County Sheriff’s public information officer Sergeant Renee Yax knows all too well what…

Bed Bath and Beyond store

College student makes $110M trading shares of Bed Bath & Beyond stock

Tricia Goss  |  August 19, 2022

Jake Freeman is an applied math and economics major at the University of Southern California. At age 16, He co-published a paper titled “Irreducible Risks of Hedging a Bond With a Default Swap.” at the age of 16. And now,…

Consumer overdraft fees dropped 90% with new Bank of America policy

Scripps News  |  August 18, 2022

Bank of America, the second largest bank in the U.S., announced that policy changes enacted earlier in the year have shown a recent drop in overdraft fees by 90%. The bank announced Aug. 17 that the swift and steep decline…

Bring Your Own Cup Day returning to 7-Eleven this month

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 18, 2022

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Full length wall mirror

This elegant, arched full-length mirror looks stylish in any room—and it’s on sale

Emily O'Brien  |  August 17, 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.A beautiful…

FDA green lights over-the-counter hearing aids

Scripps News  |  August 17, 2022

People will soon be able to buy hearing aids over the counter, without a medical exam, prescription or fitting. The Food and Drug Administration says its new rule will improve access and bring down the cost of hearing aids for…

Walmart+ members will soon get Paramount+ streaming service as part of the package

Scripps News  |  August 16, 2022

U.S. retail giant Walmart has made a deal with Paramount Global to offer streaming content from the company’s Paramount+ service to members of Walmart+, the company announced on Aug. 15. Walmart’s membership program subscribers will get access to the “Essential…

Homemade baby food said to contain as many toxic metals as store-bought, report says

Scripps News  |  August 12, 2022

A report released by HealthyBabyFood.org revealed some surprising results for parents trying to protect their babies from toxic metals found in the foods their babies consume. The report says that researchers studied hundreds of store-bought baby food options and found…

Salad and Go store with salad

Former Wingstop CEO hopes to grow salad drive-thrus into a healthy fast-food powerhouse

Tricia Goss  |  August 12, 2022

The new CEO of Salad and Go has a plan for the drive-thru-only chain, and it includes an expansion that will bring cheap, healthy, tasty salads to people around the country. In March, Charlie Morrison left his position as CEO…

Trader Joe's store

You could get paid $1,000 to try Trader Joe’s pumpkin-themed fall foods

Tricia Goss  |  August 12, 2022

Have you been waiting all year to travel to your local Trader Joe’s just to ooh and ahh over this year’s pumpkin spice flavored goodies? Don’t make that trip just yet. If you’re the right candidate, you could get to…

Applebee's

Wealthier people eating more at Applebee’s and IHOP, according to company

Scripps News  |  August 10, 2022

As consumers tighten their wallets amid increasing inflation rates, a surprising find by the parent company of two popular affordably-priced restaurant chains in the U.S. has revealed that the wallets of those making even more money might be tightening as…

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Qantas Airways asked executives to help with baggage handling

Tricia Goss  |  August 8, 2022

Qantas Airways, Australia’s largest airline, is turning to its executive staff to help with baggage handling delays. According to Fortune, the airline sent a memo to staff seeking at least 100 managers and senior staff members interested in volunteering. The…

Taco Bell's four-lane drive-thru

Taco Bell is testing a 4-lane drive-thru—could it become a trend?

Scripps News  |  August 7, 2022

It is easier than ever to order something on your phone and pick it up when you’re ready. Now companies are trying to make the experience even smoother. Chick-fil-A added an “express lane” to some drive-thru locations. It’s available to…

HBO Max, Discovery and other streaming apps

HBO Max, Discovery+ to merge into one streaming service

Tricia Goss  |  August 5, 2022

In June 2021, Discovery, Inc. announced it would become known as Warner Bros. Discovery following its merger with the Hollywood giant, Warner Bros. Yesterday, the company made another big announcement, saying its Discovery+ subscription-based streaming service will merge with the…

Balloons decorate an Aldi store.

Aldi will host one couple’s in-store wedding ceremony—and they’ll get free groceries for a year

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 5, 2022

If you’re a fan of shopping at Aldi — and also happen to be engaged and looking for a wedding venue — the grocery chain wants to be your host! For the first time ever, a couple will get the…

Candy company job pays $78K salary for taste testing 3,500 products a month

Tricia Goss  |  August 5, 2022

Are you looking for a sweet new gig? The largest online candy retailer in North America is hiring, and the only requirement for the position is a sweet tooth! But the competition will be fierce. Candy Funhouse is looking to…

Maldives resort searching for a ‘Barefoot Bookseller’—and they’ll put you up in a $36K-per-night villa for a year

Tricia Goss  |  August 4, 2022

If the words “barefoot,” “books” and “Maldives” cause you to conjure images of the dreamiest of getaways, we may have found the perfect job for you. The U.K. company Ultimate Library first created a pop-up bookshop at Soneva Fushi, a…

Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful kitchenware line is on sale for up to 50% off

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 4, 2022

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Oatly oat milk barista edition recalled

Oatly oat milk, Premier Protein shakes among dozens of drinks recalled over bacteria concern

Marie Rossiter  |  August 2, 2022

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced a new round of recalls and this time you’ll need to check your cabinets before you indulge in your favorite oat milk, protein shake or other nondairy milk-based drink. In a July…

Breaded frozen chicken

USDA will no longer allow salmonella in breaded or stuffed chicken products

Tricia Goss  |  August 2, 2022

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it would declare Salmonella an adulterant in breaded and stuffed raw chicken products. This proposed ruling would require some food processors to risk being shut down if they do not reduce the…

This top-rated 3-piece bistro set is $100 off right now

Anna Weaver  |  August 1, 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.Lazy summer…

Hershey says it won’t have enough supply for upcoming holidays

Scripps News  |  July 29, 2022

In a call with investors July 28, Hershey CEO Michele Buck said the company will be unable to meet demand heading into the Halloween and holiday seasons. She said the snack company has about 10% more inventory this year than…

Lottery player fills out Mega Millions ticket

What should you do if you win the massive Mega Millions drawing

Scripps News  |  July 25, 2022

Mega Millions is expected to have its third-largest jackpot ever on July 26, reaching at least $790 million. While your odds of winning might be one in over 300 million, the prospect of winning such a large jackpot might have…

Woman watching TV on couch

You can get paid $1,000 just to watch TV the way you always do

Kaitlin Gates  |  July 25, 2022

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Feel like you’re getting less for your money? Here’s how to spot ‘shrinkflation’

Tricia Goss  |  July 22, 2022

If it seems as though you’re not only spending more at the grocery store but you’re also getting less, you are probably correct. It’s a practice known as shrinkflation, or downsizing products but charging the same amount, and experts say…

The Skittles logo is surrounded by the colorful candies.

Class-action lawsuit over Skittles hinges on use of FDA-approved ‘toxin’

Marie Rossiter  |  July 21, 2022

Mars, Inc., the candy company behind iconic brands including Skittles, is facing a class-action lawsuit filed in California that alleges it violated three consumer laws, including that the colorful sweets contains a toxin considered “unfit for human consumption.” According to…

Natierra freeze-dried blueberries recalled for potential lead contamination

Bridget Sharkey  |  July 21, 2022

Have you purchased freeze-dried blueberries recently? If so, you should check the label. The Food and Drug Administration has just warned consumers that freeze-dried blueberries sold under the brand name Natierra may be contaminated with lead. Natierra, which belongs to…

Average gallon of gas projected to fall below $4 in August

Scripps News  |  July 20, 2022

The average price of a gallon of gas has dropped 50 cents in the last month, and analysis indicates the price may drop below $4 a gallon next month. According to Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at gas…

How does U.S. inflation compare with the rest of the world?

Scripps News  |  July 19, 2022

There is likely little doubt the cost of going to the gas station or the grocery is impacting your life and your wallet. The latest report from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports a 9.1% inflation rate, the highest…

FCC makes moves to protect consumers from car warranty robocalls

Tricia Goss  |  July 15, 2022

The Federal Communications Commission has taken another step to protect consumers from robocall scammers. The agency is moving to permanently block spam auto warranty robocalls, the top unwanted call complaint filed by consumers for the past two years. On July…

Small child looks out airplane window

DOT tells airlines to seat parents next to children free of charge

Bridget Sharkey  |  July 14, 2022

Have you ever been charged extra to sit next to your child on an airplane? As if traveling with kids wasn’t stressful enough, that stress gets compounded when you arrive at the airport and realize your seat assignments placed your…

McDonald's burger, fries and drink

How to get free fries for National French Fry Day

Kaitlin Gates  |  July 13, 2022

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School supplies arranged on desk

How you can help teachers ‘Clear the List’ before school starts this fall

Tricia Goss  |  July 8, 2022

According to a survey by AdoptAClassroom.org, teachers spent an average of $750 of their own money on school supplies for the 2020-2021 school year, which is the highest amount ever. They may spend even more during the coming school year…

Insulin vials

California will make its own insulin to lower costs for people with diabetes

Tricia Goss  |  July 8, 2022

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on July 7 that his state would begin producing affordable insulin to help fight the high prices of this essential medication. The governor approved a budget earmarking $100 million for the state to contract and…

A red two-person zero-gravity porch swing is shown.

Get this 2-person zero-gravity porch swing for less than $190 with free shipping

Marie Rossiter  |  July 6, 2022

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Bride, groom pose at Italy's Trevi Fountain

Italy’s Lazio region will pay couples up to $2,250 to get married in Rome

Tricia Goss  |  July 6, 2022

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Gas prices drop ahead of busy July 4 travel weekend

Kaitlin Gates  |  July 1, 2022

It’s pretty typical to see gas prices increase before a busy travel weekend like the Fourth of July, but with gas prices already higher than we’ve seen in years, prices are actually going down for the third week in a row.…

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