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The best ways to store important documents and papers at home

Tricia Goss  |  October 18, 2022

Although the world has become increasingly digital, there are still many hard-copy documents that you need to have on hand. And while it may be necessary to have items like birth certificates, insurance policies and contracts in an accessible spot,…

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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…

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:…

8 practical gifts for pregnant women they’ll actually use

Tricia Goss  |  October 13, 2022

Being pregnant can be a wonderful, magical, once-in-a-lifetime experience. But it can also be exhausting and oh-so-uncomfortable. Expectant mothers often experience ailments from morning sickness and nightly heartburn to backaches, swollen feet and a seemingly never-ending need to use the…

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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…

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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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Anam Ahmed  |  October 11, 2022

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8 basic makeup essentials to keep in your makeup bag

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  October 10, 2022

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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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What are super greens and are they actually good for you?

Emily O'Brien  |  October 6, 2022

While eating whole foods is always your best option, not everyone can consume their daily vegetables and nutrient-dense foods. That might make reaching for a couple scoops of super greens the next best thing. Super greens are dietary supplement powders…

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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4 Tips and tricks for smooth road trips with kids

Emily O'Brien  |  October 3, 2022

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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…

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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…

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8 ways to refresh your bathroom on a budget

Marie Rossiter  |  September 28, 2022

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This popular snail mucin repair cream has 10,000 5-star reviews—and it’s on sale

Kathleen St. John  |  September 25, 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.One of…

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…

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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…

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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…

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Get 4 pairs of these chic retro sunglasses for $15

Tricia Goss  |  September 21, 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.Retro sunglasses…

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

Marie Rossiter  |  September 21, 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.Do you…

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…

Woman wears fall loafers, $20 on Amazon

These $20 loafers will go with all your fall outfits

Brittany Anas  |  September 19, 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.Boots may…

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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…

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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

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.It’s not…

L’Oreal Revitalift hyaluronic acid serum is $20 on Amazon right now

Tricia Goss  |  September 16, 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.Hyaluronic acid…

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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…

Denim jacket in two colors

Amazon shoppers love this denim jacket—and it’s on sale right now

Bridget Sharkey  |  September 13, 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.The days…

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…

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,…

An Asian woman teaches a classroom full of teenagers who have their hands raised.

California school district asked parents to rent a room in their home to teachers as affordable housing disappears

Marie Rossiter  |  September 6, 2022

A Northern California school district facing a mass exodus of teachers due to the skyrocketing price of housing in the Bay Area. With not enough homes for sale in the area, plus rent prices spiking with little sign of stopping,…

Student loan relief is attracting scammers before forgiveness applications open

Scripps News  |  September 6, 2022

The Better Business Bureau said it has received multiple reports of student loan borrowers being targeted by imposter loan forgiveness calls and emails. The reports came in the days following President Joe Biden’s announcement that public student loan borrowers would…

This quilted belt bag looks so much more expensive than it is

Tricia Goss  |  September 3, 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.You don’t…

E. coli outbreak possibly linked to Wendy’s continues to spread

Scripps News  |  September 2, 2022

Thirteen more people have been infected with E. coli that may be linked to Wendy’s, according to the Centers for Disease Control. “A specific food has not yet been confirmed as the source of this outbreak, but many sick people…

5 gifts new moms will actually use

Anna Weaver  |  September 2, 2022

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Sam’s Club is raising its annual membership fee

Scripps News  |  September 1, 2022

It will soon be more expensive to be a member of Sam’s Club. The wholesale retailer is increasing the price of its annual membership, according to CNBC and Reuters. Starting Oct. 17, club members will reportedly pay $50 annually. That’s a $5 increase.…

Mississippi will tax forgiven student loan debt, and other states could follow

Tricia Goss  |  August 31, 2022

Student loan debt is the fastest-growing type of debt in the U.S. More than 43 million Americans carry federal student loan debt, with an average balance of more than $37,000. When the Biden Administration announced last week that it would…

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Bed Bath & Beyond announces layoffs and store closures

Scripps News  |  August 31, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond announced Aug. 31 that it is laying off employees and closing some stores following a decline in sales. The retailer says it will reduce its workforce by about 20%. It has also identified approximately 150 “lower-producing”…

These first college apartment essentials will make the transition so much smoother

Tricia Goss  |  August 31, 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.Moving into…

A young girl uses a 3D printer to make a model at school.

Fun ways to get kids hooked on science and math at home

Marie Rossiter  |  August 31, 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.Once the…

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…

A woman poses in black ankle boots and a long skirt on outdoor stairs.

10 top-rated pairs of fall boots for under $100

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 26, 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.The weather…

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