10 July 4th Freebies and Discounts

Americans know how to wave the red, white and blue, evidenced by rabid World Cup fans. But fireworks, flag waving and flame broiling are American traditions that long predate any form of "fútbol." In addition to celebrating our nation's birth, the 4th offers excellent opportunities for huge discounts on clothing, travel and home necessities.

Tab-Napping is the Latest Internet Scam

"Tab-Napping" is not just another name for cat napping. Sadly, tab napping refers to stealing your banking information and preys upon those who open lots of tabs on their browser at the same time.

Recommended Readings: iPhones, Domains, Frappes, Pennies and More

Welcome to Recommended Readings, where each week we highlight 10 money-conscious links from some of our favorite frugal friends.  This week we've got tips for bloggers, investors, couponers...even dumpster-divers.  Enjoy!

10 Foods You Can't Afford to Eat

Would you pay $16,000 for a martini at the Ritz in Tokyo if they replace the olive with a one-karat diamond? How about if they include a free setting for that diamond, courtesy of any Bulgari location in Tokyo?

5 Ways to Unstick Bumper Stickers

Bumper stickers tell the world about our political leanings, what bands we love, and and how well our kids are doing in school. Removing those suckers is a nasty job, however, when our band flops, politician goes rogue or child flunks out of school.

Recommended Readings: BBQs, Scams, Budgets, Credit Scores and More

Welcome to Recommended Readings, where each week we highlight 10 money-conscious links from some of our favorite frugal friends.  This week we've got tips for dads, campers, couponers, credit scores and more...  Enjoy!

A Father's Day Bad-Fashion Round-Up

Some guys don't care what they wear; some try to look like they don't care; and some spend an enormous amount of time and money caring and wearing. While all three choices have their attributes, an over-40 dad can fall into a few fashion "Faux Pa's" on his way out of the house.

10 Stupidest Google Searches--Perhaps EVER

Forget driving and texting. Friends don't let friends drink and Google...or do they? You gotta wonder what people were thinking when they searched for these 10 topics.

16 Outrageous Gifts that Redefine Father's Day

Do you whine each year about the difficulty of buying a gift for dad then fall back on a lame tie? Get with it! Internet shopping has opened up a brave new world of giggle-inducing gifts to please all paternal units.

Not Just Another 10 Free Roadside Attractions

From the World's Largest Ball of Twine to the House of Shards, our highways and byways are littered with roadside attractions representing uniquely American obsessions and visions.