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There’s no reason to spend lots of money on travel gadgets and gear to lighten the load and keep you organized on the road. It’s easy to find free and cheap alternatives in your kitchen, bathroom, hardware store or office supply store.
Spring cleaning often means debating what to throw out and what to hang on to. Save time and money with these eco-friendly tips to de-clutter your closets, dresser and desk drawers, countertops and bins. Followthis handy guide to what you can toss guilt-free, what has the potential for re-use, and what should be donated to
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April 15th will be here soon. The sooner you file, the sooner you can get a refund – except if you make mistakes on your return. Here are the five most common tax mistakes and how to avoid them. Use the correct tax form and filing status: Your filing status determines deductions, tax credits and
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The TSA no longer allows lithium batteries or power banks to be placed in checked baggage because of the danger they will ignite in-flight, even explode. But you can bring them in your carry-on. There are size limits and other rules, of course. Key Lithium Battery Rules: Carry-on Only: Spare batteries, portable chargers, and power
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CBS announced recently that the popular and multi-award-winning The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is being cancelled in May 2026. Here’s how to get tickets before the show goes off the air after a decade, on May 21, 2026. Tickets to shows taped in NYC are FREE. Anybody who wants to sell you tickets to
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The best late night TV shows are taped in New York City, and tickets are FREE. Here’s how to get tickets to The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, including for standby tickets.
Some simple daily exercises and on-slope tips especially for those of us 55+ can prevent aches, pains and worse during snow season. Here are some work-out suggestions and more to help you get fit now and stay fit and injury-free during the season.
Scam Alert. Unfortunately, many cars and trucks flooded in hurricanes and other deep water disasters wind up for sale by unscrupulous dealers to unsuspecting customers. Here are the signs of a flood-damaged vehicle, to avoid getting soaked by buying one that is dangerous to drive.
If you are making New Year’s resolutions for 2026, add these common sense ones that will help keep you and your passengers safe and prevent accidents.
It’s possible to double the daily rate of your rental car with add-ons such as insurance, a second driver, navigation system, toll road pass, car seat or bike rack. If you haven’t rented a vehicle in a while, it’s worth reviewing the rental do and don’t rules to save money, even legal grief.