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The Return of Thriftiness

The Return of Thriftiness

Worse than expected retail sales in April prove the economy can't count on American consumerism to bounce back anytime soon.

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Your Other 8 Hours: Living the Simple Life

Your Other 8 Hours: Living the Simple Life

If you haven't already, it's time to purge the binge lifestyle and relearn the merits of simplicity.