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Is a Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable? Finally, an Answer

and on October 23, 2026

Lycopene gives tomatoes their red hue, and a medium one packs fiber and nutrients into about 22 calories, though some people should watch their intake.

The Hidden Catch behind Some ‘Refundable’ Travel Bookings

on October 23, 2026

A ‘refundable’ hotel room expired minutes after one retired attorney booked it, and getting his $3,228 back took seven months of chasing the booking site.

Taking Your Pension As a Lump Sum? The IRS Rates Behind the Payout Just Rose

on October 23, 2026

The promised monthly check hasn’t changed. What it’s worth as a single payment has, and the timing of your paperwork may decide by how much.

Some Airbnb Hosts ‘Are Not Happy’ With the Recent House Rules Changes

and on October 22, 2026

Airbnb’s new house rules bar hosts from asking guests to wash dishes or strip beds, and they can no longer collect guest ID. Some owners say the limits leave their homes less protected.

Are Trader Joe’s Mystery Bags Returning in 2026? What We Know

and on October 22, 2026

Trader Joe’s hasn’t confirmed a return, but resellers already are charging up to $100 for a three-bag lot of the $2.99 packs.

Most Americans Are Wasting $2,000 a Year on Car and Home Insurance. Takes 10 Minutes to Fix. Costs Nothing to Check.

on October 22, 2026

The longer you stay loyal to your car and home insurer, the more they charge you. It’s called price walking — and it’s completely legal. Here’s how millions of Americans are beating them at their own game and keeping $2,000 more in their pocket every year.

6 Costly Myths About Retirement, Debunked

on October 22, 2026

You could be in for an unpleasant surprise if you have any of these misconceptions.

22 Remote Side Hustles You Can Do Entirely From Home

on October 22, 2026

Check out these fully online jobs where you can make extra cash.

Buying a Home? Here Are 6 Signs a House Is a Money Pit

on October 22, 2026

That bargain property may not be such a bargain if you have to throw piles of money into it.

The Treasury Is Holding Nearly $40 Billion in Savings Bonds Nobody Cashed

on October 22, 2026

They stopped earning interest years ago, and the government shut down the easiest way to find them. Here’s where to look now and the tax catch.

FDA Found No Proof Antibacterial Soap Beats Plain Soap. 4 More Labels to Ignore

on October 22, 2026

The words on the bottle sound official. Some aren’t regulated at all, and one was covering for ingredients the FDA kicked out.

Target Offers Thanksgiving Meal for 6 for $30. See What’s Included

and on October 22, 2026

Frozen turkey at 79 cents per pound anchors the bundle, while Aldi, Lidl and Costco are pricing their own holiday meals.

Dave Ramsey Says 8%. Morningstar Says Under 4%. Why the Gap?

on October 22, 2026

Experts have very different ideas about safe withdrawal rates. The one you choose could make a big difference to your retirement.

Billionaires Are Gifting Stock to Children. Is It a Trick or Treat?

and on October 22, 2026

Trump Accounts now accept billionaire stock gifts, but children can’t sell the shares for years and can’t turn them down, experts warn.

Turning 73 in 2026? Waiting on Your First RMD Could Put Two Withdrawals on One Tax Return

on October 22, 2026

The IRS grants a grace period on the first withdrawal. The second one keeps its original date.

12 Useless Purchases You Need to Stop Making

on October 22, 2026

You might as well flush your money down the loo if you spend it on these things.

5 Generic Products That Outperform Brand-Name Versions (for a Fraction of the Price)

on October 22, 2026

Don’t let sleek packaging fool you. These common budget products offer the exact same performance as the premium brands.

7 Daily Habits That Are Quietly Costing You Thousands of Dollars a Year

on October 22, 2026

You might be throwing away $100s every month without realizing it. Stop letting your money vanish.

Live a Luxury Retirement in the Philippines for Just $2,300 a Month

on October 22, 2026

Here’s where you can find an expat community and affordable luxury living.

I Ranked the Most Affordable New EVs You Can Buy in 2026

and on October 22, 2026

Tesla’s Model 3 tops one tester’s list of affordable EVs under $40,000, with the Nissan Leaf and Kia EV3 close behind on price and range.

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