ONLINE SHOPPING

Jul 07 2025HEALTH

Amazon Health Advice: Think Before You Trust

Amazon is a big name in online shopping. People buy everything from books to electronics there. But did you know many also turn to Amazon for health advice? That's where things get tricky. Not all the health info on Amazon is reliable. When someone reads about health on Amazon, they might buy a product based on that info. But what if the info isn't accurate? What if...

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Jun 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Dress Up Digitally: Google's Doppl App and Its Virtual Fitting Room

Ever thought about seeing yourself in a new outfit before buying it? Google's Doppl app is here to make that happen. It's like having a digital fitting room right on your phone. You snap a full-body pic of yourself in good light and a simple stance, then upload a screenshot of the outfit you're curious about. The app's AI then creates a virtual image of you wearing t...

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Walmart's Switch 2 Launch: What You Need to Know

Walmart is set to release the Switch 2 tonight at 9PM ET, but there's a twist. For the first hour, only Walmart+ members can buy it. This means if you want a shot at getting the new Nintendo console, you'll need to be a paid Walmart+ member. Free trial members won't qualify. The cost of Walmart+ is $13 per month or $98 for a full year. That's a small price compared ...

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Apr 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Nintendo Switch 2: Your Guide to Securing a Pre-Order

The Nintendo Switch 2 is still up for grabs, even days after pre-orders started. The hunt for the Nintendo Switch 2 is still on, especially in the US. Walmart is the place to be, with a few tricks to boost your chances of snagging one. The key? Persistence and a bit of luck. The Switch 2 is flying off the shelves, but there are still opportunities t...

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Fake JOANN Fabrics Deals: Don't Get Tricked!

JOANN Fabrics and Crafts, a beloved store for over 80 years, is shutting down all of its locations by May 2025. This sad news has led to a new scam targeting customers. Scammers are creating fake websites that look just like JOANN's official site. They offer huge discounts, up to 90% off, on products that seem real. These fake sites have similar URLs to the real JOAN...

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Buying Groceries Online: A New Way for Low-Income Families During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Maryland allowed online purchases using benefits. This change occurred in May 2020. Researchers wanted to find out how this affected grocery shopping habits and future plans among low-income families. They focused on how many people used this new online option and if they intended t...

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Dec 12 2024ENVIRONMENT

Online Shopping in China: Packaging and Deliveries Piling Up

Ever wondered how our online shopping sprees in China are affecting the environment? Well, between 2014 and 2018, household carbon emissions rose by a notable 5. 5%. One major culprit? Our love for clicking 'buy now' on our favorite shopping platforms. Let's dive into the details. Picture this: every time you order something, a box or plastic bag is created just for...

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Dec 03 2024ENVIRONMENT

Boosting Green Food Picks in Online Stores

Ever wondered how to make grocery shopping a bit greener? Researchers have found a couple of tricks that might help! They played around with showing the environmental impact, or carbon footprint, of food items on online stores. Plus, they tried moving plant-based foods to better spots on the virtual shelves. These strategies were tested on over two thousand shoppers ...

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Dec 02 2024FINANCE

Shoppers Prefer Phones Over Stores This Black Friday

This year, Black Friday saw a big change in how people shopped. Instead of heading to stores, many Americans chose to shop online using their phones and computers. Stores didn't see much growth in sales, only about 0. 7% more than last year. But online sales jumped by a whopping 14. 6%! A data firm called Facteus even said that store sales dropped by 5. 4% when you ...

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Nov 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Shopping Safe Online: A Smarter Way to Stay Protected

Imagine diving into a bustling digital marketplace. Sounds fun, right? Well, not always. As people flock to online trading, checking everyone's IDs becomes quite the challenge. Current methods are slow and expensive—not really helpful. But don't worry! A new clever system is here to help. It keeps your identity tucked away safely until there's a hitch. This way, it s...

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