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The best thing about Thanksgiving may be the leftovers — and they are about to get a whole lot better.
Seriously, Get Rid of Your Landline
Do you still have a telephone that plugs into the wall of your house? The number of people who do is dropping — and with good reason.
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Are Zhu Zhu Pets and Other Popular Toys Dangerously Toxic?
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Which Beauty Subscription Boxes Are Worth the Cost?
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Should Your Kids Contribute to Family Money Goals?
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