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Amazon has impressed us again, passing on major savings on household essentials to make cleaning and organizing easy -- and budget friendly. If you're in the market for a new handheld vacuum for your car or house, check out this big deal on the Drecell handheld cordless vacuum. We had to do a double take on the price, which is $34 at Amazon, reduced from $170. This portable vacuum weighs only 1.2 pounds; includes an LED light to illuminate corners and cars; and features a slim style that helps you tackle messes ranging from pet hair to crumbs in tight spaces....

Save almost 80% on a 4.8-star rated handheld vacuum at Amazon

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Wayfair Is Selling a 'Perfect' $745 Sofa on Sale for Only $216 — but Hurry, the Deal Ends Soon

There are TV deals that slash the prices of premium displays, but there are also some offers that make cheap screens even more affordable. If you want something cheap and small that can stack on your dorm room dresser, here’s one to consider — the 32-inch Insignia F20 Series HD TV, which is down to only $80 following a $50 discount on its original price of $130. TVs don’t get cheaper than this outside of Goodwill, so if you’re on a tight budget, this may be what you need, but you need to hurry with your purchase because stocks may already be running low.

This dorm room TV is on sale for just $80 at Best Buy

For those who are looking for budget-friendly cordless vacuum deals, it can’t get any cheaper than Walmart’s offer for the PrettyCare W200. From an already somewhat affordable original price of $300, it’s all the way down to just $80 following a massive $220 discount. We expect the cordless vacuum’s stocks that are up for sale to sell out quickly, so if you don’t want to miss out on this amazing bargain, you’re going to have to complete your purchase for it right now.

Walmart is practically giving away this cordless vacuum

You may be planning to receive Social Security benefits when you reach your retirement age or become eligible, but you may not know that you can lose some of all of your benefits for a variety of reasons -- some of which could be out of your control. Benefits through...

Four Ways You Can Lose Your Social Security Benefits

Supplements Security Income recipients have already received their payment for the month of August, but there's another one on the way before the month is up. The payment timetables can be affected by what day of the week a typical payment date falls on, and that's what's happening this time. We'll explain. Also, if you didn't know, you might be getting a boost to the amount of money in your checks later this year.

Two SSI Payments Are Coming Your Way in August. Here's Why

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A FURIOUS Walmart shopper has hit out at the retailer, claiming their checkout process is disorganized and inefficient. The chain's reliance on self-checkout in several stores across the US has been a source of controversy for many. Shoppers have flooded to social media to complain about understaffed stores and long...

‘Just walked out’ fumes Walmart shopper who left cart with $130 of groceries after store had 19 unmanned registers

Walmart Is Selling This 'Beautiful' $348 Michael Kors Crossbody For Only $131 — Act Fast Before It's Gone

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. As any avid Aldi fan can tell you, the discount supermarket chain isn’t just a good source for groceries. The store’s homeware aisle is also well worth checking out during your next shopping trip for budget-friendly finds that are bound to make your home feel more organized without breaking the bank. Case in point: Aldi is currently selling a full-service bottle organizer for just $9.99.

Aldi’s Latest Storage Find Is a Game-Changer for Small Kitchens (It’s Just $10!)

It's been more than a full week since the first round of Social Security Disability Insurance payments went out, but the next round will be hitting bank accounts this week. SSDI is paid on the same day as Social Security payments, and if you're not sure when you're supposed to get yours, we'll detail the full payment schedule for the month of August below. If you still haven't received your July SSDI check, here's what you can do.

Social Security Disability Insurance August 2024: Here's When You'll Get Your Check

A fuming shopper has slammed Costco for accusing him of sharing a membership card with his brother. The shopper said he canceled his Costco membership and joined Sam’s Club instead after the retailer attempted to crack down on card-sharing. “Now I just have BJS and Sam Club memberships,” tweeted the consumer. “I canceled my Costco […]

Costco shopper cancels membership after ID check accuses him of being his ‘brother’ – so he joined Sam’s Club instead

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  Amazon has done it again, offering big savings on home and cleaning essentials. The mega-retailer just slashed the price on the Bissell stick vacuum, a portable, easy-to-use three-in-one vacuum, down to $29.The Bissell stick vacuum is a terrific tool for quick cleanups. It's a triple-threat: a stick vacuum, a handle vacuum and a stair vacuum. It's featherweight (2.6 pounds), making it perfect for spot cleaning and tidying. This...

Amazon is practically giving away this Bissell stick vacuum for $29

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the largest model in Google's new lineup, measuring a sizeable 6.8 inches diagonally. It's packed with the latest, greatest tech Google has to offer, but it has stiff competition in the big phone arena. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra also measures 6.8 inches and is one of the best phones we've reviewed this year. So how do these two premium handsets compare? Let's take a closer look at the specs.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Specs vs. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Big Phone Battle

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Wayfair Has a 'Gorgeous' $930 Velvet Couch on Sale for Just $266, and Shoppers Are Rushing to Buy It Before It's Gone

Google will remove a built-in app from its Pixel phone devices more than 90 days after intelligence contractor Palantir and the mobile security firm iVerify raised concerns about a major vulnerability in the software, Google said Wednesday night. The application in question, Showcase.apk, was meant to help employees selling Pixel...

Google Pulls Built-In Pixel Phone App After Security Alarms Raised

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Vacuuming is a necessary task for maintaining a healthy and comfortable living space. Vacuuming -- next to doing the dishes -- might be the chore done most often and, luckily, it may also be one of the most instantly gratifying. It can be highly satisfying to see the progress made as you roll around a powerful machine picking up the dust, pet hair and other debris on your floors.

Ditch the Back-and-Forth Motion. Here's the Right Way to Vacuum

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This article contains content summarized with GPT-4. Learn more.. Looking to upgrade your living room furniture? Don't miss out on Walmart's Sofas Sale, where you can find modern and stylish sofas for as low as $89.99. With options like the Modern Faux Suede Convertible Futon Sofa Bed and the Mayview Sofa Bed, there's something for every style and budget. Plus, enjoy free shipping on orders over $35. Hurry, this sale won't last long!

Get Up to 68% Off on Walmart Sofas Sale!

On Aug. 5, a federal judge ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly in search, violating the antitrust laws. While Google remains the biggest name in search, it's not the only player in the game. There are several other search engines to try that have advantages over Google, like more...

Tired of Google? Try These 5 Other Search Engines Instead

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

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This Anker Power Strip Is a No-Brainer Buy at Just $10

At home or away, charging up our tech can be a hassle. That's especially true if you have limited or hard-to-reach outlets in your home or...

This Anker Power Strip Is a No-Brainer Buy at Just $10

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