23 Best Perfume Gifts in 2024 for Valentine’s Day Gifting

Finding the best perfume gifts for any loved one this Valentine’s Day can be difficult. After all, everyone’s fragrance profile and the preferred notes they lean towards are unique. With that being said, we already know that the power of a good fragrance is potent. It can trigger memories, invoke deep emotions, or remind you … Read more

Where Americans spent the most money this holiday season

Americans spent notably more money during the holiday shopping season as the U.S. economy powered through high inflation and interest rates. Retail sales in the U.S. excluding autos rose 3.1 percent from last year, according to data released by Mastercard SpendingPulse Tuesday. “This holiday season, the consumer showed up, spending in a deliberate manner,”  Michelle … Read more

AI is giving Santa a boost this holiday season

Manonallard | E+ | Getty Images For many Americans, it’s the first holiday season when most of the family may know the term “artificial intelligence” if it comes up during Christmas dinner. Just don’t expect AI to do the heavy lifting for Santa quite yet. The rise of generative AI — and the use of … Read more

50 Best Amazon Gifts for Everyone on Your Holiday List 2023

The 2023 holiday season is already upon us, so save yourself some stress by getting ahead of the giving game with the best Amazon gifts. Whether it’s Allure Best of Beauty-winning beauty products, smart gadgets, and stylish accessories, the mega e-retailer has an expansive offering that’ll check off nearly everyone on your list, no matter … Read more

Vehicle recalls, make sure your car is fit for long-distance travel

Rear view of couple traveling through car. Maskot | Maskot | Getty Images A recall on your vehicle can derail your travel plans, depending on the issue at hand.  It’s an issue plenty of drivers have to consider this fall. Subaru, Volkswagen, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and Honda Motor are among the vehicle manufacturers that … Read more

Holiday shopping frenzy: Tips to control impulse buying amid the sales – National

As the holiday season unfolds, the allure of festive spending, enticing Black Friday deals and the thrill of shopping can often lead to impulsive purchases, putting a strain on budgets and mental well-being. Reining in impulse shopping during the holidays can pose a challenge for many Canadians, especially with the convenience of buying a discounted … Read more

What strong Black Friday retail sales mean for holiday spending

Shoppers walk around Twelve Oaks Mall on November 24, 2023 in Novi, Michigan.  Emily Elconin | Getty Images Retailers are cheering after shoppers spent big on gifts and decor in the days after they gobbled up turkey and stuffing. But the strong showing does not necessarily mean those companies will have blowout success in their … Read more