Holidays
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4 tips for hosting an ecofriendly Thanksgiving
The Week Recommends Coming together for the holidays typically produces a ton of waste, but with proper preparation, you can have an environmentally friendly gathering.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Giant TVs are becoming the next big retail commodity
Under the Radar Some manufacturers are introducing TVs over 8 feet long
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Can 'slow shopping' help you spend less this holiday season?
The explainer You may feel pressured to act fast in order to get the best deals — but this can lead to superfluous spending
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Stay sharp with the country's best knife shops
The Week Recommends A dull knife is a kitchen's worst nightmare
By Scott Hocker, The Week US Published
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How to handle financial anxiety ahead of the holiday season
The explainer Between travel, gifts and seasonal sales, it will be tempting to stretch your budget
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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'Halloween has been steadily succumbing to the chronically online'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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The best places for a last-minute sunny autumn break
The Week Recommends Escape the chilly weather at these sun-drenched destinations
By Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK Published
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Rawdogging flights: as bad an idea as it sounds?
Talking Point Viral trend of travelling without entertainment, food or movement could offer mental respite and challenge, but risks boredom, dehydration and deep-vein thrombosis
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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How to save money on a UK staycation
The Explainer If the heatwave puts you in the mood for a holiday nearer home, there are ways you could cut costs
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The extra costs to consider when planning your summer holiday
The Explainer Air fares are on the rise but that is not the only charge you need to pay for your getaway
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Solo travel: the 'ultimate indulgence in 2024'
The Week Recommends Why more of us are choosing to go on holiday on our own
By Adrienne Wyper, The Week UK Published
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What to consider when buying a holiday home
The Explainer There are plenty of benefits to owning a second home but some councils, locals and lenders are fighting back
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Holiday season: Fed optimism cheers investors
Feature The feds believe their 'pivot' will make a recession unlikely
By The Week US Published
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When Santa fought for the Union
The Explainer How the bloodshed and turmoil of the Civil War helped make the modern American Christmas.
By The Week US Published
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