If you drink coffee on a daily basis, and you've gotten in the good savings habit of preparing your own coffee at home, there's one downside to the whole process — you end up with a mess of soggy grounds you can't just wash down the drain. Compost isn't the only way coffee grounds can be recycled.
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If Costco needed a reminder that it needs us as much as we need them, the warehouse store got that last month. The lines that we saw crawling out the doors weren't enough to keep Costco's sales up in April, and the warehouse store reported that its comparable sales fell in the last four weeks.
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America's national retailers are preparing to make a comeback after shuttering for several months due to the coronavirus pandemic. And while we can expect to see our favorite names including Macy's, Nordstrom, and Gap reopen soon, everyone is gearing up to operate under a new normal.
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It's been a while since we've been in a department store, but that's about to change -- Macy's is set to open their doors (gradually) over the next few weeks. But don't expect things to go back to the way they were; here's how the store will ensure shoppers and staff are protected against COVID-19.
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J.Crew managed to transcend its 80s origins, surviving and thriving in the new millennium perhaps due to being identified with everyone's favorite FLOTUS, Michelle Obama. But then, along came 2020 and suddenly the retailer is the first fashion brand to have a covid-inspired financial meltdown.
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Dollar Tree and Family Dollar can save you money on groceries and household goods, but that doesn't mean you should rely on them for all your needs.
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Cities are begging people not to flush their used flushable wipes which, contrary to their name, are not truly flushable at all. Thanks to the toilet paper shortage, more and more people are using these wipes, which are now causing issues with sewers. Here's what's happening and why it's so bad.
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The next time you get on a Zoom call, we dare you to not look at yourself. At all. For the duration of the call. Ok, we may not have kept you from looking, but we've probably made you aware of the fact that you look at yourself much more than you might have thought. Experts explain why we do this.
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At Walmart, there's not a whole lot you can't buy, but there are a few tricks and tips you may not know. Read this before stepping foot into Walmart again.
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If you still head to Costco to do your supply runs but don't own a face mask, now may be the time to change that. The warehouse store chain has made another COVID-19 related change to its shopping policy by requiring all customers to wear face masks while they are in store.
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Are you a Netflix crime, mystery, and/or thriller aficionado? If you can never seem to get enough murder, mayhem, bludgeoning, and bloodshed, you've probably already binged on every episode of Tiger King. There may, however, be a few less high-profile mystery gems that are flying below your radar.
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As warm weather approaches and the coronavirus pandemic continues, wearing a face mask is starting to get a bit uncomfortable. Temperatures are rising and many of us are turning to lighter clothes and fewer layers, but it looks like we'll need to be wearing face masks for the foreseeable future.
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Unlike other influencers, Patricia Bright worked a day job for many years before transitioning to YouTube full time — and she isn't afraid to discuss that either. Being as smart about money as she clearly is, it's no surprise to learn Bright is pulling in some serious bucks.
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives in a many ways, from seemingly constant hand washing to social distancing. While a lot of the changes that have come about thanks to the pandemic, such as the shortage of toilet paper, are temporary, some aspects of our lives will likely change forever.
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The food chain is just another American institution people previously took for granted that is being interrupted, and not in a good way, by the coronavirus pandemic. But grocery chain Publix has made a an important announcement to help both farmers and food banks.
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Henna tattoos have been around a long time; just ask Cleopatra. There's no doubt henna art is gorgeous to behold. But while the art of applying henna tattoos dates back earlier than 30 BC, new concerns exist over the safety of the practice when not performed correctly.
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A rainbow baby is a baby born after a miscarriage, loss, or stillbirth. A lot has been written about the beauty of being pregnant with a rainbow baby, which is likened to the light after a storm. But what is not as frequently talked about is how emotionally challenging a rainbow pregnancy is.
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It is not weight gain alone that can cause a dreaded double chin. According to Medical News Today, factors one has no control over such as age and genetics can lead to fat developing at chin level. The good news? There are some easy exercises anyone can do at home to help get rid of chin fat.
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Those of us who have worn glasses all our lives know how annoying it can be to leave a warm building and go out into the cold outdoors, only to have our glasses fog up. And when there's a need to wear face masks in public, that inconvenience becomes a much bigger problem.
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One Indian couple is hoping to help the masses never forget an important lesson again, and to that end, they've decided to name their new baby... Sanitiser. The baby was born this week in India's Uttar Pradesh state.
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These reunions between birth mothers and their daughters are beyond heartwarming. Make sure you grab a tissue!
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If you're having bizarre dreams during the coronavirus pandemic, you're not alone. A lot of people have been reporting experiencing particularly vivid dreams right now. Google searches in the United States for "Why am I having weird dreams lately" have spiked in April. Here's why.
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While reports are mixed on how caffeine can affect pregnant women and their developing babies, it's generally regarded as a good idea to avoid it if you can. Here's what the American Pregnancy Association advises are some of the possible risks, as well as their recommendations.
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As the global coronavirus pandemic rages on, people are being encouraged to stay at home for all but essential tasks like going to the doctor or shopping for groceries. Now, however, even grocery shopping may become a thing of the past, at least for the duration of the pandemic.
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BJ's announced via Twitter that they will be have dedicated special shopping hours just for police, firefighters, and medical personnel. In addition, they're also giving away free four-month Inner Circle memberships to first responders.
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Some people — mainly really, really rich people — have the means to make their fairytale wedding dreams come true, no matter what it takes. While the marriages that resulted from some of these lavish affairs may not have lasted, the memory of their extravagant wedding certainly did.
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Tory Burch may have made a name for herself as a high-end fashion designer best known for her signature ballet flats, but by the time the COVID-19 pandemic is over, she might have made a name for herself for another matter entirely.
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