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Week of April 28, 2025
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Mouse Print*-- Here We Skimp Again - Annie's Shells & Cheddar

mouse print Sometimes when a product is new and improved, the benefit is primarily to the company's bottomline. Last fall, Annie's came out with a "cheesier" version of its shells and cheddar and customers were not happy. That story is in Mouse Print* this week.

What the Cluck? ... Eating Chicken May Carry Serious Health Risks

chicken A study of almost 5,000 people over an 18-year period found that those who ate over 10 ounces of chicken a week had a 27% higher risk of dying. People who ate that amount or more doubled their risk of getting gastrointestinal cancer. The study showed an "association" between chicken and cancer and not a direct cause. The story offers advice on whether you should you stop eating chicken.

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25 Major Cities Where $100K Salary Is Not Enough to Get By

going broke An analysis by LendingTree finds that a six-figure household income is not enough to cover major expenses like rental of a two-bedroom apartment, daycare, food, health insurance, etc. in 25 major U.S. cities. On the list are places like San Jose, Boston, San Diego, Bridgeport, Seattle, Denver and more. Note: The other end of their list shows the most affordable cities.


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She Created $31-Mil in Fake Coupons

The U.S. Postal Inspection Service caught the mastermind of a counterfeit couponing operation who sold them online to unsuspecting shoppers. She's now in jail and her stay won't expire for 12 years.


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Bargain of the Week

Target Merchandise on eBay at Great Prices

Who knew that Target has an "authorized marketplace" on eBay called Bullseye Deals with some great deals on almost 18,000 items! One such offer that just sold out was Christmas-themed 100% cotton 400 thread count sheet sets for between $12 and $15 for queen size! Look for coupon codes that add an additional discount on some items.

Apple iPhone 13 with 3 Months Unlimited Service - $165

Total Wireless, a sub-brand of Verizon, is offering a brand new (not refurbished) iPhone 13 (128-GB) with unlimited service for three months for only $165 taxes and fees included. As presented on their website, the phone is free when purchasing three months of their $55 unlimited service. This model is from 2021 since Apple is nowing selling iPhones 16's. But what an unbelievable deal this is because the phone unlocks automatically after 60 days, and then you can use it on almost any US carrier. The catch is you have to transfer an existing number to them -- they will not assign a new cell number. For comparison, Best Buy sells new iPhone 13's for $549 and Target sells used ones for the same price -- and neither one includes three months of service! This deal is so good, MrConsumer bought one himself! Additional note: you have to go through an ID verification process on your current cellphone requiring a picture of your driver's license and a live photo of yourself. Join their Total Rewards program using referral code OXMJ-9B6D and get 5,000 points redeemable for $50 off your bill (after your third month). ++

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Consumer Reports

A Consumer's Guide to Greenwashing

Companies like to make the public think they are good corporate citizens and embrace efforts to protect the environment. Some of them make green-sounding claims that just don't hold up to scrutiny -- that's called greenwashing.

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